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  1. SussexRob

    Carving Axe

    Hi All, I'm slowly getting into a bit of carving, starting with spoons, and other small projects. I'm after a carving axe, but wasn't looking to spend a fortune. I had intended in shelling out for a Robin Wood Carving axe, but he's out of stock, and I've yet to hear when stock will be...
  2. SussexRob

    DD Hammock

    The Explorer Scout unit I run use these, another would be handy to have. I need to run the spend past my other leaders, I'll be back in touch ASAP.
  3. SussexRob

    Simple Fireside Recipe Collection

    Hi All, I've been away from the forum for a little while, many reasons, but I'm really pleased to see this thread is still going! Some great stuff to get going on! Thanks for all the contributions so far! Rob
  4. SussexRob

    DD underblanket.

    I ordered one last week and it arrived Wed. Out of the bag, I am really pleased, not had chance to rig it up and use it yet though. Much smaller pack size than I had imagined. So far, seems like a great product. I am hoping to get a chance to rig it up and play tonight, although won't be...
  5. SussexRob

    What did you buy today?

    Double post - I didn't order two!!
  6. SussexRob

    What did you buy today?

    Just ordered a DD Hammocks Underblanket - can't wait for it to turn up!
  7. SussexRob

    Thinking of getting a bigger tarp

    Whilst it looks like a great tarp, I can't really see how it gives any more living/admin space from the vids I've seen.
  8. SussexRob

    Thinking of getting a bigger tarp

    On my own Shewie, completely agree. I'm thinking more for when I take my explorer scouts away. The cooking, eating, general social area will be a separate shelter completely, and my hammock set up is my own private place of escape and peace!
  9. SussexRob

    Thinking of getting a bigger tarp

    I have a DD frontline, and have to say, not had an issue with weather under the 3x3 with it yet, and been out in some pretty wet weather. The reason I want the bigger tarp is simply for some room when I'm hammocking for the week.
  10. SussexRob

    Thinking of getting a bigger tarp

    Some great pics there peeps, really handy to see them up and in use. Re finding the trees 4.5-5M apart, the set up I have in my head, is that I'd pitch the XL with the short sid length on, eg down the 3M length. The would then give me 2.25M of tarp to play with for admin space. Make a bit more...
  11. SussexRob

    Thinking of getting a bigger tarp

    Useful pic, cheers! I'm currently leaning toward the XL, thinking that pitched so that the ridge line runs along the 3M length, that gives me flexibility to create a nice covered space next to the hammock. Plus then it's only a case of turning it round to pitch as show with doors if required.
  12. SussexRob

    Thinking of getting a bigger tarp

    Hi all, I'm thinking of getting a larger tarp, for longer trips, but not too sure which size to get. I currently have a 3x3 dd tarp, and am very happy with it, for short trips. I have a weeks trip coming up, with my Explorer Scout unit, and plan to hammock, but am certain that I will want a...
  13. SussexRob

    What did you buy today?

    A Cobb bbq, been after one for ages!
  14. SussexRob

    Tutorial - Contour Maps for Kids (Indoor)

    I did an exercise with my explorer scouts where I gave them all a potato with a flat edge I'd cut. Got them to draw around it, then cut a 1cm layer off of the bottom, line it back up, draw around it again. Keep repeating that until the potato is sliced, and hey presto, they have a contour...
  15. SussexRob

    Help in my search for a new pack would be most appreciated!

    Thanks everyone for your thoughts. Now it's been pointed out, a pack with the option for attaching the place side pockets makes a lot of sense, especially as I already own a bergan, and thus, the side pockets. Thanks for the epiphany moment!! eBay makes a lot of sense too, than use the vouchers...
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    Help in my search for a new pack would be most appreciated!

    Hi all, I've not posted or been around here for a while, having a two year old limits means your time for internet forums becomes somewhat rare! Anyway, it's good to be back and I hope everyone is well! I'm after a new bag, so apologies if this seems like a "same old same old" thread. I have...
  17. SussexRob

    Article: Brazilian Tarp Hat

    Showed the website to the wife, and looks like I'm onto a winner for a christmas present! She loved the idea. Would be interested to see how well they stand up to heavy rain. Looks like we'll both end up getting one.
  18. SussexRob

    What dehydrated meals do you use?

    I use these for my explorer scouts when they are out on expeditions. As far as dehydrated meals go, in my opinion, these are the best I have found. http://www.bewellexpeditionfoods.com/Base-Camp-2400-Kcal/
  19. SussexRob

    About to click buy on a Dutch army sleeping system......

    Plumped for the SF2, so will let you know how I get on with it. If I don't like it, no doubt it'll make it to the classified section!
  20. SussexRob

    Any other photographers?

    Exactly. Photoshop is a tool, not a magic maker! Not only that, using it is a skill in its own right! The way I see it, it's kinda like polish on a sports car. A sorts car will look good, but clean it up and polish it, and it's looks far better. Apply the same to a rusting wreck, it might look...