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    Waxing boots - wax the rubber rand or not?

    Hello all, I can't seem to find anything on this. Meindl recommend using their sportwax on their boots however I can't see any mention of the rubber rand. After what I saw had happened to the rubber rand on my yeti gaiters recently (badly degraded with large cracks) when I pulled them out of...
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    Karrimor Force 1500 Olive Green Sleeping Bag

    Hello, For sale is a Karrimor Force 1500 sleeping bag. The bag is a "long" version. It's rarely been used and is in good condition other than having a small nick in the fabric near the zip which I've pictured. The bag weighs 1.5kg and does not come with a stuff sack. The bag has draft collars...
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    Karrimor SF Sabre 80-130 for Sabre 75

    Hello, I thought I'd post in here initially just see if anyone is interested before working out details and providing a raft of photos. Anyone interested in swapping a sabre 75 in olive green for my sabre 80-130 also in olive green. My sabre is in excellent condition and would only...
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    PHD Designs, MTP MVP Mitts, Helikon Trousers

    Hello, 1st up are some olive green PHD Designs pile fleece lined mittens. The mittens fold back to expose fingers and thumbs as shown in photos. They are a size medium however are ever so slightly on the small side for me. They are in good condition and haven't been used much. Asking price...
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    Rare Imported North Face McMurdo

    Hello, In this thread I'm selling a North Face McMurdo. This particular jacket has never been sold in the UK and was only sold in North America. It is an Arctic White Mens McMurdo in size medium. I should point out that this is very large for a size medium and I would consider firmly be a...
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    Genuine Brand New Unissued Cadpat Trousers/Pants

    Hello, I have no doubt that if you're looking at this auction then you'll already be aware of the difficulties in getting genuine issue Cadpat let alone unissued and brand new. It took me a few years to get my hands on a brand new pair which I've been keeping in my wardrobe for the day my first...
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    Advice on recent US military jacket sizes please

    Hello all, I was considering buying one of the new US Navy Goretex Parkas. It's not the cheapest so before I buy the wrong size I thought I'd ask here. Are these jackets made particularly big? The large size states 41-45 chest size. I'm a 42 so this sounds about right however I know some of...
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    Webtex aquatex - would it attach to bergen side pocket clips?

    Hello all, I recently bought a hydration bladder (Highlander) with the intention of keeping it in the pocket at the side of my Sabre 80-130 although having just had a trial run the pocket's not quite big enough. There are no additional plce style side pockets fitted...just the side pocket...
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    Carrying an Axe/Knife and the Law

    Usually when going away I'd be going in a car although the next trip will begin with a train. I was curious as to the law concerning walking through a city train station with an axe and knife in my bag so spoke to The Procurator Fiscal (CPS) and the Police. The answer from one of the Deputes...
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    Karrimor SF Customer Service

    I sent an e-mail to Karrimor last night through the SF part of their site asking where I could buy a replacement chest strap for my Sabre 80-130 as I couldn't find any listed anywhere. I got the reply through at 08:30 this morning simply asking what colour the pack was and the address to...
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    DD Frontline or TW Green Hornet hammock?

    Hello all, I am all but decided that I'd like to get my first hammock. Being in Scotland the midge net is absolutely essential. The 2 hammocks that I am deciding between are the DD Frontline (stocked locally) and the TW Green Hornet. Being that this will be my first hammock...is one of...
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    Some stars and camp shots near Blair Atholl

    Hello, all. I've only recently joined here so figured I'd best contribute something before questioning people on all the things I need to learn. :) The exif for the below pictures is not there however if you want to know any setttings then just give me a shout and I'll check the files in...
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    Hello from a former lurker

    Hello all, After a while lurking on these forums I figured it was about time to join and get involved. I've been learning far too much from the sidelines so far. It's a great community here with a wealth of information from some extremely helpful people. I'll look forward to learning a great...