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Same. Unfortunately it seems like they're not going to produce anymore of them. I have the lightweight one and have used it in the Autumn. Missed out on the double layer version. There's also the St Kilda from weather-wise gear, which looks like it's modelled on a windproof smock. Has anyone...

Just punch the bag bit by bit into the stuff sack and cynch it closed. It takes more effort to get it in the stuff sack with the bivvy Bach on, but it is possible. If you're in a hurry just smash the bag and bivvy back together into the bottom of your bergen and throw the rest of your kit on it...

I've had both the Rogue and Courteney Boots. I've used both in Africa, Australia and worn them here in the Summer. I love the super wide toe box which allows my toes to spread a little. You have to get used to not having any or very little heel lift when coming from a conventional walking boot...

If its the previous to current issue doss bag (with little mesh bags midway and either side of the zip) then you won't get the ends to meet. You just won't! It's a very robust stuff sack though and I've never seen one broken, so go for it!

The toughest and longest lasting bit of clothing I have found is the Austrian army boiled wool jacket. I managed to find one with a full length zip. I wish our soldiers were routinely issued clothing of this quality (although its somewhat outdated compared to modern insulated jackets). I doubt...

I would be interested too. I need to replace the sling on an old leg of mutton guncase.

I run an MS362 with a 20" bar for my heavier work, its light and very powerful. I've personally had two bad experiences with buying second hand commercial grade gear from the auction site and now only buy new. If its cheap enough and you are happy to fully rebuild then crack on, but its very...

Can I take the Flik?

In the end I went with one of the ex-Austrian army ones from (the excellent) endicotts. I got one of the full zip versions and its brilliant.

I think the zamberlan tofane are some of the toughest I have seen. I don't rate danners. I have a set of brown danner stalkers and they are pretty sloppy, no rigidity to the sole.

I regularly use a Buffalo SP6, parka and techlite shirt. I also have a Montane Extreme smock for skiing. I much prefer the original buffalo pile, its much more comfortable against the skin. The Montane is a heavier grade pile that I don't find so comfy or useful until its really cold.

Buffalo shirt. Add the hood and they are perfect. I also have a possum/merino zip neck jumper which is fantastic. Super warm for the weight.

The only time I've used one of the items in anger was in Zanzibar in 2001. I had a sudden and urgent need for one of the water carriers. I still remember the puzzled look on her face as I frantically tried to tear away black gaffer tape that sealed my trusty survival tin.

I presume there are no XL orange insulated jackets left?

Looks like good kit - and cheaper than the Kiwi stuff too! Maybe they just can't be bothered with international orders?