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  1. Trango

    Need some new trousers

    Check out Lundhags. Fjall on steroids.
  2. Trango

    Lowa Sizing?

    I think in particular their newer line of shoes requires a full size upgrade. The good ol' classics appear true to size.
  3. Trango

    Fear of the dark

    Living on the European mainland we have little to fear indeed. Wolves are spreading again, which is good, and is no threat to humans. I spend a lot of time in the US and still have a hard time dealing with the potential of bears. Just not use to it.
  4. Trango

    Fear of the dark

    I can't recall the exact details of those 20+ pages but was there evidence of actual tracking or actions that let to the conclusion that this individual is most likely a skilled tracker? He is sneaky for sure, wears treadless soles... that's linked indeed to stalking. But a stalker isn't...
  5. Trango

    Berghaus Centurio review.

    Got a few questions / concerns perhaps with the Centurio - or for that matter the spring 2011 Berghaus military line. - The ice axe plastic attachment seem to be systematically wrongly oriented on the new range. These attachments should be strapped onto vertical webbing, so it sits horizontally...
  6. Trango

    New SAK

    Got the alox Farmer. Best SAK I've ever had by far. Every single function makes sense and works flawlessly (superb saw, knife, drill). Much more sturdier than the regular red ones, just a tad heavier, feels really good in the hand. It's a thing of beauty too. You will not be disappointed.
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    Bushcraft v.s. Survival

    You mentioned you were neither, you also mentioned you just enjoy being outdoors, and most importantly you are spot on with the labeling. I wholeheartedly agree. My point with the above post was I simply apply certain skills to my outdoors activities, which happen to be generally labeled as...
  8. Trango

    Bushcraft v.s. Survival

    Yip exactly my thought as well; survival is a merely a situation, bushcraft are skills. We apply those skills to enjoy the outdoors. What we are labeled is not that relevant; I don't feel the need to be categorized, although I'm definitely not a survivalist, cause that makes it sounds like I'm...
  9. Trango

    Bushcraft v.s. Survival

    That was a pro bushcraft comment for the record.
  10. Trango

    Bushcraft v.s. Survival

    Right. If I apply so called bushcraft skills then that's merely because I'm lazy and don't want to carry too much. I use sources for water so I don't need to carry liters of water. I carry a stainless steel small kettle so I don't have to carry a burner. I can light in fire in pretty much all...
  11. Trango

    Garmin e-Trex H - any good?

    The "H" in the name makes it a highly sensitive sensor which makes it accurate. Good. The bad is this thing doesn't have USB connection so impossible to connect onto any modern day computer. The link above is for a serial connection which are typically not available on computers nowadays...
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    Bushcraft v.s. Survival

    Survival is getting out. Bushcraft is getting in.
  13. Trango

    Anyone used Buffalo fibrepile kit in artic conditions?

    That sounds like a great deal indeed cause good ol' Woolpower is pricey! If I may suggest. Wear the 200 shirt on your bare skin. It will be much more efficient in moisture management - because of the tiny loops on the inside even when wet it doesn't feel wet to the skin. Your warmth will drive...
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    Anyone used Buffalo fibrepile kit in artic conditions?

    What is the Woolpower 600 jacket like? I have the 200 shirt and 400 jacket (those thumb loops are great!) and I am considering purchasing the 600 for next winter. Actually wish the 600 came as a vest.
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    Fear of the dark

    Interesting thread. Especially that last bit. A couple of random thoughts. - Chances are indeed you are the scariest thing out there. Most animals will avoid you indeed. However that doesn't mean you can't encounter them. I've met a huge wild boar the other day in broad daylight. There were...
  16. Trango

    To shine or to blacken...

    Rub it against some moss right after cooking. Gets the worst soot off and makes it packable again. Easy.
  17. Trango

    Lowe Alpine: Sting & Stingray

    Gentlemen - given the detailed insight in this thread, I wonder if you can help me with the following. I have a massive Dutch Army arctic sleeping bag (down) for private use. Although it comes with a compression bag, this bag remains huge and easily takes up the whole main compartment of pretty...
  18. Trango

    What should I buy next?

    Full blown Woolpower (ex-Ulfrotte) clothing kit with something in 200, 400 and perhaps even 600 weight. It pretty much changes your entire outdoor experience in the winter. Get the mittens and the hat too. Not related to yada yada yada.
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    Choosing a Survival Pack/Day Pack/Hike Pack - Camelbak, Kelty & North Face

    The Karrimor SF Delta looks just like your everyday clam-shell design daypack and has no molle nor stap-on pouches yet you get something rugged - these are not the Sabre range. Only has one compartment though, except for a tiny essentials pocket on the inside, and a large map pocket on the...
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    Choosing a Survival Pack/Day Pack/Hike Pack - Camelbak, Kelty & North Face

    Mesh stow pockets on the sides are indeed a great future. From what I can read only the Camelbak has front webbing. Make sure you validate the quality of the zippers too, often one of the weakpoints for these types of bags because they get to endure a lot of stress. I'm a bit surprised why you...