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  1. cbrdave

    Chuck boxes

    So I was trolling around on YouTube looking for an idea on a simple stow away system for making a coffee or a quick bite to eat and be small enough to not take up to much room in the boot of my car. I've had to down size from a large truck to a medium saloon (Jaguar X type), I found loads of...
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    What length for paracord sling?

    Hi all, I am looking at making a new sling for my camera but don't know how much I need. I am looking at the cobra style, Do I just measure my current sling and then double the measurement?. I don't mind buying too much as you can never have too much paracord, I just don't want to guess and...
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    Whats this then?

    So I got given this today, no idea what it is, no maker's mark anywhere, As you can see the container is stainless steel, contains 2 identical items, oddly has a spring in the centre of each one. Any ideas?
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    Diy Waterproofing fabric?

    Watched a youtube video earlier, guy literally uses a tube of standard silicone sealant and what looked like paint thinners to completely waterproof a cotton bed sheet!. Reckons it will totally Waterproof any fabric including boots and bags. Anyone tried it?, Anyone used anything similar? Might...
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    Wanted Wild Britain, Ray Mears

    I'm after all 3 series dvd of Wild Britain with Ray Mears. Absolutely loves the series but i've lost my copies, it's also the only dvds of his the wife enjoys and i don't have to wait till she's out so i can watch, Refuse to pay amazon primes price per episode for series one and youtube has...
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    Side pouches

    WITHDRAWN MODS PLEASE DELETE. I would like to swap these two molle style pouches, for a couple of mini stove gas if possible, the msr or jet boil ones as i can not find anywhere local to buy some and go outdoors can't tell me when they will restock. pouches believed to be drinks pouches in a...
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    Belt pouch / Bag

    I would like to swap this bag/pouch for something similar but in black please, it's great but i'd prefer black to match my rucksack. Comes with a belt that can make it a waste bag or shoulder bag, it has molle style straps to attach to a rucksack and also can be used with your existing belt and...
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    Budget Kit for Bush craft, Hiking and Camping.

    Hi all, I am back after a long time away due to ill health and need to renew a lot of kit, had to sell most of it due to stopping work, Is there an area on this fine forum for buying Bush craft, Hiking and Camping kit on a budget and for beginners? Somewhere where someone can add links, advice...
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    1st DSLR Photos

    Treated myself to a Nikon D3400 with 18-55mm, 70-300mm and 18-300mm lenses, here's a few of my best efforts so far, all taken in Aperture mode, not brave enough for fully manual mode yet,
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    Recommend a waterproofer.

    I've been given a really decent very warm Parker and once I've dyed it black i would like to waterproof it, At the moment its more like a duvet with sleeves and won't be any good in the rain. Thanks for any suggestions.
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    Did this to an old axe/hatchet.

    I was given an axe, didn't really need one and hated the look of it, decided to have a play, what do you think?, Cut the old handle off and re shaped the axe head, made a new handle, stained and polished, carved an wrapped it, now hangs on the workshop wall as a décor piece but can still be...
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    Recommend a parka

    Looking for a decent warm, waterproof parka for winter, prefer sub £100 as I'm tight and in black, I had a regatta one I picked up last year for £30 for the price I didn't expect much but it was fully waterproof and warm but pockets tore easy. Any recommendations appreciated, any links would...
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    Tonight im going to be Batman.

    After buying the wife a bat detector a few years ago and it being used twice, decided due as nowt on tv we would go out at sundown, went to Kearsney abbey near Dover and saw/heard loads, pippistrelles flying under the trees and then when near the river changed the frequency and saw/heard loads...
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    Back into mountain biking on a budget

    Just got into mountain biking but this time on a budget, Got hold of a second hand Carrera subway 2, already had a load of decent aftermarket parts put on, so went searching for a set of half decent sub £80 suspension forks, found a new set of suntour 100mm with lockout and adjustable damping...
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    Aldi's heads up.

    Just been looking online at what specials Aldi's and lidl have, spotted this, will take a close look in the morning , may be of use to someone. https://www.aldi.co.uk/en/specialbuys/sun-25-oct/product-detail/ps/p/premium-small-axe/
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    Woodfest, Faversham,Kent in october

    Got the information sent to me this morning from a friend, sounds like a great 2 day event. May be of interest for others in and around Kent.
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    Binocular advice for day sack

    After some advice from you lovely chaps/chapesses, I have about £100 spare to spend on a lightweight small pair of binos, I need them to fit in my 20litre day pack, they are for wildlife spotting, I have a pair of Minolta 10/50 but they are too big and bulky, Many thanks for you help.
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    What are you reading?

    I've started using the iPad as an e reader and I'm currently reading Ray Mears new book, My Outdoor Life, great read, I prefer proper books but have run out of space to put them so thought I'd try the modern version, What is everyone else reading?
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    Type of wood for axe handle

    I have an axe, good size hand axe but hate the plastic/resin handle, I'd like to make my own handle but not sure what wood to use, have t got loads of money to throw at it but would still like to do a nice job, also what to finish it with regarding oils or sealants and such, prefer the natural...
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    Advice on a Back Pack Please

    After a New back pack/rucksack for days out, will be carrying, binoculars, 2 water bottles, first aid kit, small led torch, i pad, small amount of food, will need room to fit 2 light weight coats when it gets warm, Like the look and expandability of this...