I think on the whole it hits the mark although a lot could still be learnt from the outdoor clothing industry particularly WRT reducing weight / bulk and improving design. Modern hi tec fabrics aren’t cheap hence the quality will always be of a lesser standard with issue gear. This is really...
I did it about 15 years ago, although Ray doesn't teach on the course I’ve no doubt he sets the syllabus and carries our assurance on his instructors after all it’s his reputation. That said many other schools offer a virtually identical package and these maybe at less cost and closer to you? I...
Hi folks,
Up for sale is my Mark Hill bushcraft knife. As many of you know Mark makes fantastic knives and this is no exception. The knife comes on a beautiful sheath (not the original) that can be worn on the right hip or rigged for a neck carry. Looking for £90 posted.
Any questions...
Lots of places up the A9 corridor particularly around Aviemore - Chaga seems to prefer mature forest though rather than pioneer trees. You could start around Kincraig / Newtonmore / Strathnethy. Lots of the suitable areas probably aren’t marked as forest though so you might just have to drive at...
Hi folks,
I have a couple of rucksacks and knives for sale:
Scottish Mountain Gear Cullin 2. 35 litre daysack. Well used but serviceable Sold posted. Sold
Berghaus Delta 25 litre (?) daysack. Pretty rare vintage pack, the lid elastic has gone but other than that it’s in great condition for...
Never had a issue on exped but I guess it depends where you are - I agree with the other guys that boiling is probably safest. WRT the melting action its best to add a bit at a time as snow absorbs liquid, there are cases of folk burning holes in their pots as the snow absorbed the water before...
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