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  1. Tiley

    A light woolly

    The weather's improving and so the time has come to wash and store the heftier weight woolly tops. But it is still chilly in the evenings. What to wear? Well, I have now turned my back on synthetic fleece: it feels clammy and cling-y, can be bulky to pack, is not great near fire. Up until...
  2. Tiley

    Pouch search...

    I am looking for a PALS/Molle compatible pouch that is the right size - give or take - for one of the Swedish Army oval-shaped Trangia stoves. Does anyone know of such a pouch that would fit? Does anyone know of a company that makes such a thing? If so, where can I find one? Many thanks in...
  3. Tiley

    The best wood for feathersticks?

    I have usually tried to use hazel for feathersticks, ideally catching it while there are still some longitudinal fibres there and before it goes all punky. This is simply because that is, in general, what's most widely available to me. It curls up OK but I feel as though there might be better...
  4. Tiley

    Lion Steel

    I made the mistake of skimming through the U.K.-friendly folding knife section on the Heinnie website and came across a Lion Steel folder that appeals on grounds of aesthetics as well as steel choice and so on. I know nothing about the maker and was wondering whether their knives are good, bad...
  5. Tiley

    How do I get in touch with Rob Evans?

    The title says it all, really. Does anyone know how best to get in touch with the great man? I'd very much like to place a highly indulgent order with him... Many thanks for any help or suggestions! Richard
  6. Tiley

    Robens Trace Ultimate Hammock set-up

    From the outset, I apologise for the lack of photographs to illustrate my review but, when out giving it a try, I had neither 'phone nor camera with me! https://www.thebushcraftstore.co.uk/robens-trace-ultimate-hammock-set-63060-p.asp I hope the above link works so that you can see the set-up...
  7. Tiley

    Robens Hammock and Tarp set-up

    Does anyone have any experience of the above captioned hammock and tarp? I have a Robens mat, which I really like, and was wondering whether it would be worth trying out this set-up, based on my experience of their stuff. I know I should be supporting DD but, having tried their version, I was...
  8. Tiley

    TBS Sherwood

    https://www.thebushcraftstore.co.uk/tbs-sherwood-small-forest-axe-34222-p.asp Does anyone have any thoughts about or experience of this little beast? It looks pretty useful but I'd appreciate other points of view...
  9. Tiley

    Ed Stafford Forest Smock

    Anyone know anything about these: https://www.thebushcraftstore.co.uk/ed-stafford-forest-smock---moss-61228-p.asp ? It looks a bit of a shapeless mash-up but it might work well; I have heard that Ridgeline are a pretty good company and Mr Stafford has been involved in some fairly hard core...
  10. Tiley

    Helikon-Tex Bergen backpack

    I was wondering whether anyone here has one of these Helikon-Tex Bergen packs? If you do, could you tell me what they're like, please? Key areas are the side pockets: are they big enough to take a s/s Crusader cup? Many thanks for any help you can give! Richard
  11. Tiley

    Map cases

    I admit that the concept is 'old school' but I only ever head out to the wilds with map and compass. Inevitably, when using paper maps in traditionally indifferent British weather, I need to keep the map dry. I have tried a number of different map cases, most of which have been waterproof but...
  12. Tiley

    Canvas packs?

    Historically, I have always viewed canvas packs with a degree of scepticism. Why would one wish to carry and use a pack that is heavy, frameless and archaic? I do admit to being a fan of supportive back systems, compression straps, versatile pockets and so on - all characteristics (sometimes...
  13. Tiley

    Sold Some clothing and a canoe...

    As part of the ongoing clear-out of 'stuff', I have finally realised that, woolly jumpers excepted, I don't really get on with 'over-the-head' gear. So, here are some garments that will, I hope, appeal to some out there! I'm afraid that I am not interested in trading - I am, after all, trying...
  14. Tiley

    Salad servers

    A number of years ago, I made a (very rough and crude) pair of salad servers out of some hazel. Time has passed, as it will, and I thought I'd try my hand at another pair and here they are: The wood is ash, courtesy of Railtrack. They have been carved out of a single piece as I thought it...
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    Sold Rucksacks and a few items of clothing...

    Please find below some things that I have never used or no longer use. I hope that they might be of interest. The stated price includes first class postage to any U.K. mainland address; destinations beyond these shores will cost more. I'm afraid I am not interested in exchanges. I am trying...
  16. Tiley

    Trying to get rid of a Wenonah Jensen 18 canoe

    My days of slogging down the miles of the DWR are, I think, now over. I've been lucky enough to do it twice but feel that, from now on, my paddling should be entirely pleasurable and not against the clock or other, far more efficient paddlers! This means that I am now ready to part company...
  17. Tiley

    Blackfeather Knives...

    Does anyone know anything about this U.S.-based knife maker? I know it's a kind of heresy to look across the herring pond when there are so many superb exponents of this skill in the U.K., but he/they produce one model in which I am really interested. If anyone knows how best to get in touch...
  18. Tiley

    Bison Bushcraft Garron Pack

    Has anyone seen, tried or reviewed this pack? Although I'm not a great devotee of canvas packs, this one seems interesting if pricey. Still, U.K.-made and so on means that I am strangely interested...
  19. Tiley

    Carving letters...

    I have carved a spoon for a friend's birthday and would like to adorn it with her initial. What is the best way to do it? Should I try chip carving or would a V-shaped gouge do the job just as well? I have never done this sort of thing before, so any help or advice would be gratefully...
  20. Tiley

    Spoonfest?

    Has anyone ever gone to this particular festival of fun? If so, what's it like? I am thinking that I might give it a whirl, time and wifely consent permitting...!