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    How to dispose of an old tent?

    I have a family tent that needs to be gone from this house. As is, it’s not usable and was replaced due to damage. The shell is mostly good and there’s a lot of it. Is there anyway to dispose of it that’s a bit more ethical than sending it to landfill? I will likely save everything else apart...
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    Bee Propolis for skin repair

    I really should shout about this stuff! https://www.ultrabeehealth.co.uk/products/propolis-balm?variant=41665381597384 There’s a mix of all sorts in there so it might be something else or it might be the propolis but this cream has blown me away! In summary, bad skin issues on one ankle has...
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    Tristan Gooley - talk in Chorleywood

    Late notice as it’s tomorrow evening but if anyone is in the area:
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    Maul edge profile?

    I’m going to change the edge of my maul, I think. The minimum plan is to smooth the transition from the bevel to the ‘flats’ to reduce that initial friction when going into a round, allowing it to push through before popping the wood apart. What are the thoughts on edge angle? I’m happy to...
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    General maker forums

    I’m curious if anyone knows of a decent forum for makers of ‘stuff’ as opposed to specific subject focussed? I’m a tinkerer in all sorts and don’t really like to join lots of different places to chat about one of projects and the like. As examples of ‘stuff’ that I have going on right now...
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    Potential ban to wild camping on Dartmoor.

    Good afternoon. I thought some people may not be aware of the potential ban to wild camping on Dartmoor - I wasn't. Al Humphries post says it better than I can so I'll just link it here for people to read and do with what they will: https://www.instagram.com/p/Clx_loJqIxn/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
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    Guerrilla apple grafting?

    I have an apple tree in my garden that has produced a nice amount of fruit this year after some years of neglect. The apples are nice eaters but being of a curious mind, I’m planning to graft other varieties on. What this means is that I’m paying more attention to other apple trees out and...
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    Gas stove ID?

    Hi, Just curious if anyone knows what make / model this stove is please? The gas bottle connects directly underneath and hangs free. Thanks!
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    Converting a wood burner to a boiler stove?

    Does anyone know if it is viable to convert an existing wood burner to a boiler stove or does it need to be a dedicated boiler stove from the off? Thinking on the spread of heat in my house and potentially having a second central heating loop separate to the existing gas system. Information is...
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    Best hydration pack bite valve?

    I need to replace my bite valve after a drippy bike ride! I figure there’s no need to stick with the same manufacturer as the pouch so who makes the best valve? Thanks!
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    Langos - a recipe to try!

    I just came across mention of the Langos and had to look it up. Sounds a bit different and a good base for some ways to jazz it up. https://www.thespruceeats.com/hungarian-fried-bread-recipe-langos-1136590
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    Old school thick and super sticky zinc oxide tape?

    As a kid, zinc oxide tape was the sort of stuff that when it went on, it stayed on. Even when the tape came off, you were left with a sticky residue for a good while after. Proper coarse fabric to it. Proper stuff! These days it seems to be a weak version that doesn’t last. Or is it just that...
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    Bird ID help.

    Good evening, I'm not sure if the bird song in this clip will be loud enough for folk to hear, but it's worth a shot.... Flying high, generally holding position with lots of wing flaps, this incessant chatter. I did get a glance of feathers after one of them bombed down to the field - two...
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    House Radon

    Hi, Curious if anyone in the UK has dealt with actual or suspected radon in their house. Thanks!
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    Email notifications?

    They seem to have stopped coming through. I’ve changed no settings and they’re not in junk.
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    Sold Large knife with black micarta handle

    This is what I call a full tang Leuku, having based the blade off of the Sami Leuku. Usually I put lots of contours in my handles but for this one I’ve get the sides quite flat with rounded top and bottom. Handle material is black Micarta with nickle silver pins. Forced tiger stripe patina to...
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    Source of good pine tar soap?

    My stupidly simple block of the above will run out soon and I don't think it's being made anymore (happy to be wrong!) Does anyone have a recommendation for another supply in the uk or warnings of ones to avoid. I don't have any desire to make my own. Thanks!
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    For Sale Killrathi Fixed Blade in G10

    A Killrathi fixed blade I have handled and sheathed. The blade is 80CrV2 3.2mm thick carbon steel, hardened and tempered to 58-60 hrc The handle is layered black and green G10, textured in a random pattern. This gives good grip but is not rough in the hand. The sheath is leather dyed brown in...
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    For Sale Some kiridashis

    A batch of kiridashis. A - Textured finish to the flats and big loop tail - Eighteen pounds posted. B & C - Twenty pounds posted each D - It got rusty on the bevel in storage but I've ground it back to clean metal. There's some left over patina there that will go over time as sharpened but...
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    For Sale Killrathi Fixed Blade in G10

    A Killrathi fixed blade I have handled and sheathed. The blade is 80CrV2 3.2mm thick carbon steel, hardened and tempered to 58-60 hrc The handle is layered black and green G10, textured in a random pattern. This gives good grip but is not rough in the hand. The sheath is leather dyed brown in...