any help welcome

[selfbow]

Hi all

Im new to bushcraft
iv been on my first trip out and have the bug big time loved it
the thing is i had a two man tent which is not the best. and wish to go with somthing more fitting.
I do not have much cash should i go with a hooped bivibag or basha and hammock ? im planing on going agen soon so need a all rounder not just summer.

is there any were to get second had stuff
HELP

 

[Stilton and whiskey]

DD hammock one of them can be used as both
The one I am thinking of is out if stock though.

 

[Tengu]

what you need is a beach shelter with door

or even a beach shelter without a door and a poncho you may tie over it

 

[Ogri the trog]

If you have a tent that keeps you gear in one place and keeps most of the rain off, why change it?

Sleep with the doors open and pretend its a tarp!

There are often second hand items of gear up for grabs in the for sale section. Though it is definately worth getting to know people in your are so that you can exchange tips and trial items of kit before you decide to buy. Hammocks are quite unique and (unless you can borrow someone elses) tend to be all or nothing purchases with little midway ground.

Finally, there's no rush, take your time and enjoy the experience of accumilating your knowledge.

ATB

Ogri the trog

 

[selfbow]

Thank you all i will keep an eye out
i would keep the tent but it let's rine in and take's up to much room in my pack

 

[Tengu]

Have you tried a propriatary water sealant?

 

[tim_n]

As Ogri has said, no need to go hammocking unless you're going 'all or nothing'. Saying that you can get away with a camping hammock from DD (£25) and a B&Q builders tarp with some paracord from poundland (is now in stock, if not poundland may be 99p store...). Probably £35 all in. You'll also need a black sack to put your bag in which'll go under your hammock.

If you're old enough (I have no idea of your age) I'd also grab a mora bushcraft knife - that's about all you need to get started - they're about £14?