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    Washing Gore-Tex bivy?

    I recently acquired a Dutch army Carinthia Observer bivy made of "Gore-Tex gas permeable laminate", and I wondered what's the best way to wash it without reducing its waterproofness? When I e-mailed Carinthia about this, they said I could wash it in 30 degree water without softener, but first...
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    Does base layer material matter if it's under wool?

    I've tried merino t-shirts but I think they're overhyped for daily wear. People say that because wool is anti-microbial, it won't smell, but I've found that what affects odor most is not material but cut/fit. Although I'm slim, I've moved away from slim fit and t-shirts in general. On a daily...
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    Hello

    Hi there. I have US & UK citizenship, currently living in California, would like to move to Scotland or France one day. Joining this forum because I've developed a taste for European surplus gear. I've got a Dutch DPM pack and poncho, and am looking for a double-hoop bivy to match (PM me if...