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Hi It’s been a long while since I posted, or even visited the forum... I did a search on this and found lots of references to DD, Snugpack (synthetic) and warbonnet underquilts I am looking for a full length (2m ish) down underquilt that will fit on my silk...nomad... hammock... (group buy...

Hi I am looking for a custom leather pouch to hold a leatherman wave and small torch. Could anyone recommend a maker? Thanks Ash

Hi I am looking for a external/backup power supply to charge my iPhone/iPad when travelling. I keep a lot of reference materials on them and would like to be able to use them more without having to worry about draining the power. Do any of you own a good one? Ideally would like one with 2 USB...

So Today is an admin day and I am currently listening to the latest equip to endure pod cast which features an interview with Les Stroud. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HKiwOB352mA In it he mentions that he will be bringing out a range of 5 survival knives including a machete, he didn't...

Hi With a baby on the way I am thinking about getting a camcorder. I have no idea where to start! I need something that is easy to upload onto the computer and as well as baby shots I am hoping to start to add video to my blog so needs to have a good mic or the opportunity to add a better...

So, kids apparently need space for all their stuff so this means all my stuff that I dont use as mucgh as maybe I should need to go. Press bot coffee maker.Sold If like me you like good coffee when out and about but don't want to lug a fragile cafetiere around this could be your ideal...

The baby sale continues with my boots! Having seen the price of kids shoes I am in need of selling my own to be able to fund theirs! Lowa Gore-Tex lined Combat boots size UK 11.5Sold These have been for a walk round the garden and proofed with g-wax so as good as new...

Hi My wife is expecting so it is time to clear out all the bags I no longer use! It is a sad day but as I am learning having kids is about sacrafice (having said that I haven't seen my wife sell anything yet!) First up is a Maxpedition Condor II Kahki in excellent condition. Sold pending...

hi Just wanted to post up a link to my new blog! I have started to really get into outdoor cooking and I have decided to blog about it. First post is a Mexican breakfast in a dutch oven, http://ashonthefire.typepad.com Hope you guys like it. Any comments welcome, also any pointers on...

Hi All Just found this on youtube, great series of vids form OS maps with Simon King teaching you how to navigate with a map and compass http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TOEiKi72K9s&feature=player_embedded I think it is in response to increased call outs from lost walkers. Great thing for...

Hi all I just managed to get some free outdoor show tickets through Paramo http://www.paramo.co.uk/en-gb/news/outdoorsshow2011.php?dm_i=AWB,C65Q,1BJGCI,YGG2,1 Only 400 avalible on a first come first serve baisis, but it has just saved me £22 Ash

Hi My wife and I are looking at going on holiday around new year. We would love to do a bit of wild life tracking snowshoeing cross country skiing. The wife needs a warm cabin at the end of night but would tolerate a warm tipi. Yellowstone looks amazing but anything would be considered...

Hi I have a brand new un used dd travel hammock that I would like to swap for a nomads land xxl hammock with mossie net Pm for details

So inorder to fund some new toys I need to sell some old ones, my wife is currently running a one in three out policy! As new Berghaus Gore Tex Paclite Jacket XXL Tamrac (Similar to a muted olive green) as new condition "The Berghaus Mens Paclite is a durable, windproof, waterproof and...

Great guide published on the Guardian website to coinside with John Wrights new Hedgerow Harvest book (still waiting for it to land through the post box) http://image.guardian.co.uk/sys-files/Lifeandhealth/pdf/2010/07/28/Foragerscalendar.pdf

Was just browsing on amazon and came across these new books for pre order from Mr Mears...

Hi As the title says, can you recomend which yeast? Have found ale, larger and wine yeast but wonder which one for which? Thanks Ash

Gerber Suspension/Silva Torch L4 Pack http://www.tamarackgroup.co.uk/acatalog/Gerber_Gift_Packs.html Similar to the one above apart from I only paid £10 in Claus Olsen for it so I got an extra one for here I would like £13 postedSOLD Wilkinson Sword Pruning Saw Bought from...

Karrimor Sabre 30 Bought this 2 yrs ago from here http://www.johnbullclothing.com/products.asp?ID=1198 It has been used and has a some marks on the front but overall in good condition Would like £35 posted Stainless Steal Mug to fit Nalgene type bottles Never used, bought...

DPM Jacket Overall good condition, no sign of delamination all tapes in good condition and has recently been reproffed with Nikwax Size 190/120 or xxl Looking for £20 posted SOLD DPM Trousers http://www.endicotts.co.uk/product_info.php?cPath=80&products_id=173 Same...