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  1. MikeLA

    Dutch canteen cup (systems)?

    We did fit the mug in the 58 pattern pouch but on the top of the bottle with a push, no, not the best fit but pouches did close
  2. MikeLA

    Dutch canteen cup (systems)?

    I used one before there was such a thing as a British metal mug. We all did because they were easier to get that the US version 1980’s and before. Excellent quality
  3. MikeLA

    Alternatives to ventile?

    It was but light and windproof and dried very quickly. As long as you kept it away from barbed wire it lasted forever
  4. MikeLA

    Alternatives to ventile?

    Bought mine from survival aids in 1988 must of had it for 30 years use. To me better than ventile
  5. MikeLA

    Music

    Nature has its own music. That’s why I don’t like sleeping in tents enjoying the sight and sounds of the woods or the hills.
  6. MikeLA

    My probably annual winter jacket recommendation thread!!

    My winter coat is a Buffalo SP6 or Belay. BUT I do like and use a fleece a Rab double pile, high collar and warm. Also find when I used a down coat it rained and I froze, just something to remember in our British weather
  7. MikeLA

    Snugpak FJ6

    I still use and favour the sleeka/softie. A lot cheaper doesn’t have all the bells and whistles in new fits and styling, just a comfortable coat. The big plus it’s just as warm
  8. MikeLA

    Naturism

    I was walking up Ben Nevis camped at the tarn near the top when we saw what turned out to be two young German ladies skinny dipping. Needless to say we very quickly ran over and introduced ourselves. Funny how a conversation can bring back funny memories.
  9. MikeLA

    Advice on Hoarding.

    Just about the write the same, best way
  10. MikeLA

    Dutch Army Hooped Bivi Bag

    Definitely go for XL. Will be more comfortable. All designs will be a bit claustrophobic but it’s just to keep you out of the weather and lighter to carry without the extreme prices for something similar.
  11. MikeLA

    If there is one piece of kit that’s gone, you could bring back what is it ?

    Mine was the same length but 1st generation goretex so a lot thinner
  12. MikeLA

    If there is one piece of kit that’s gone, you could bring back what is it ?

    Another great company I remember well
  13. MikeLA

    LD Mountain Centre

    Brought up in this shop since I worked across the road from it in 1983. Has a long history with famous climbers Chris Bonnington and Alan hinkes. Worked there as well 1991. In the 1970s to 1990s it was vey popular. Since then don’t know a lot about it, only go a few times a year. For me the...
  14. MikeLA

    Heavy dutuy waterproof jacket recs?

    One of the lightweight wax cotton jackets or as mentioned above a few times see what others are using/ farmer supplies. Who wear the stuff all day long.
  15. MikeLA

    What did you buy today?

    Still use one of these great mats, just use air mats when I don’t want anyone knowing I am camping
  16. MikeLA

    If there is one piece of kit that’s gone, you could bring back what is it ?

    Yes give your old bergan a new lease of life, a project that will bring back something
  17. MikeLA

    If there is one piece of kit that’s gone, you could bring back what is it ?

    Still have my army one and still like to use it, just now on shorter journeys
  18. MikeLA

    If there is one piece of kit that’s gone, you could bring back what is it ?

    No teeth left every time you ordered from them included a packet of skettles.
  19. MikeLA

    If there is one piece of kit that’s gone, you could bring back what is it ?

    100% something should be done to bring that back