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    Lixada wood gas stove

    With regard top-down buring and using batoned wood, have a look at www.wildstoves.co.uk. They have an interesting video which you will find useful
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    Reducing Knife Blade Length

    Thanks for all your advice. Am unable to say which model it is but I have had it for a long time and would rather use it than replace it, especially with all the accesories it has. It does have a locking mechanism but this has been rendered inoperable by a hefty dose of Araldite. I can borrow a...
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    Reducing Knife Blade Length

    I have a Swiss Army knife with a blade that obviously exceeds the legal carry limit. How should I go about reducing the blade's length without damaging the rest of the blade? Advice appreciated.
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    Heads Up - Halti Laavu Pro Shelter/Tent

    Just posted on Song Of The Paddle, latest version. £45.00.
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    Hesport Varanger Camp 4-6 Plus Groundsheet

    Now for sale on Song Of The Paddle. A new tent at a second-hand price. Now sold.
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    Tent seam sealing

    I have made extensive use of McNett Sil Net on all my silnylon projects. Never fails! Cranmere is right. DIY mixes are too messy and unreliable to my mind.
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    fireman's shovel

    Can't see this being any good as a shovel or as an axe. Lou makes a pertinent observation and I've never seen one used in this country by any Fire Service. Spades dig holes, shovels move coal and axes chop wood. Sorry if this sounds a bit harsh.
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    lofty wiseman survival tool 8 inch??

    Dan, Have sent you PM
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    Home made tarp

    Use double-sided adhesive tape on seams and hems to stop the fabric slipping when sewing. Seal seams with Sil Net which sticks to siliconised fabric.
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    Basic Anvil for Forging

    Depends on what you call cheap - try Machine Mart.
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    Operation Opt Out

    If you do move abroad then it might be handy to have a qualifacation such as TEFL - Teaching English As A Foreign Language. Lots of opportunities to earn enough to keep you going.
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    Emergency flying ration MK9, ever wondered what's inside?

    There is a1983 RAF emergency ration identical to this currently on e-bay if anyone is interested. The tins sure look useful.
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    Folding Esbit cookers - where to find them cheaply

    PM sent re.Titanium esbit stove.
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    Snowsled Wilderness Jacket - Ventile

    Just seen this on E-bay if anyone's interested.
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    New Trangia Triangle

    Excellent review now available on Song Of The Paddle website.
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    WTB Ventile Jacket In XL

    If you are still looking I have a Snowsled Wilderness, Double Ventile although it is Large. You may want to check Snowsled's size charts because I find it a bit "roomy". Outer is Navy and inner is Dark Rd.
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    How do you stop tape wicking water ?

    Have had same problem, solved by sealing stitching on outside with good coat of seam sealer. Cutting off tapes - however neat and tight to seam- will not resolve problem.
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    For those lucky enough to drive cars that can use veggie oil

    YES diesel engines need adapting! "From the Fryer to the Fuel Tank" by Joshua Tickell lis probably the best book you can read on the subject.
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    Concept 2 Rowers

    Great piece of kit. Have used mine every other day for the past 7 years with absolutely no problems. Very addictive and excellent all round training. Far cheaper than gym membership
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    Australian kit

    Try THE AUSSIE SHOP in Towcester.