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I've made quite a few sticks over the years, so I thought I'd throw in my two penn'orth... A stick is a very personal thing, and the most important consideration is whether YOU like the look and feel of it. I like 'em straight and smooth, others like 'em gnarled and knobbly. General...

My Swanni is one of my most treasured possessions. It can take pretty much anything I or the weather can throw at it. They are legendary, and can become family heirlooms. My one complaint is that the weave is very open, and provides very little protection from the wind. I tend to use it most...

I knew this was the place to ask. Is there anything you guys can't help with!? Part of the attraction of the HH is its light weight, which inclines me away from some of the heavier/bulkier solutions, although I do like the sound of sleeping on a sheepskin. My latest brainwave, which I'm...

It was similar in harmonic and style to Finnish folk music, which I have loved for years. A good introduction is a group called Varttina, who combine traditional acapella folk music with more modern stuff. I agree though, it sends shivers down my spine.

Just spent one of the least comfortable nights ever in my new Hennessy hammock. No criticism of the HH, which was great, but I overlooked the need for insulation underneath me. I'm now trying to concoct the perfect hammock sleepmat, having done a bit of research.. I have a silvery windscreen...

I bought a Helle Eggen when I was in Norway last year. It was frighteningly sharp, and stayed that way for ages, but once it lost its edge I have tried and tried to re-sharpen it, without success. I'm pretty sure it's not a problem with my technique, as I haven't had this problem with other...