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[Bisamratte]

Hi Leon,

try taking another photo a bit further away. Most cameras don't focus closer than 30cm or 50cm away. Nice Idea about the bags, I might try that myself with a pair of shorts that are way too big for me.

Andy

 

[leon-b]

ok thanks glad i gave you the idea they are quite good bags
i will see what g4ghb says if he wants another photo i will take one
leonb

 

[g4ghb]

It's ok Leon - I trust you! - though it would be good practice to work out the closest you can take a piccie - that way you aren't disapointed when you try to take a piccie of something nice (flower, butterfly etc)

Drop me a PM with your addy and I'll send it to you but I must confess I havn't even made it yet!

I've had a manic weekend, Scouting ALL day yesterday and a family get together at Longleat today! As i'm shattered, I won't start it tonight and if I don't get a chance to do it tommorow I'll def be able to do it Tuesday as I know I WILL be in!

 

[g4ghb]

btw does your camera have a macro setting? - as that should help you get a 'closer' picture!

 

[leon-b]

i will pm you my address soon as i have just got to ask my mum firs, about the macro setting i am not sure i will have to look, just out of interest how long does it take you to make them leather pouches
leon

 

[g4ghb]

Have got it down to about an hour all in now. It is fairly easy and the only realy 'specialised' kit you need is a bradle and a small hole punch for the holes at the top that the cord goes through.


Once you get it, have a good look and then have a go yourself! - shammy leather is a good cheep and easily obtainable material to start with!

If you want to have a go i'll try to help you through it if you have problems!

BTW - good on you for asking mum first!

 

[leon-b]

i might just give it a try when my sewing gets a bit better
sorry but i have to ask this even if it does make me look stupid but its been bugging me for a while now what does btw mean, please dont laugh at me guys
leon

 

[British Red]

It means By The Way (as in By The Way - hi Leon!).

HTH is Hope That Helps

HTH

Red

Graham - you have rep

 

[leon-b]

yes that does help
thanks red
leon

 

[g4ghb]

thanks red - wasn't expecting that!


and Leon - I think you will find it is even easier to 'sew' than you think!

- What i'll try to do is take photos as i go and make a mini tutorial, the problem I have at the moment is my camera dosn't like taking macro photos under artifical light so is not good for 'evening work!' - I'll see if i can improve on them otherwise it will have to wait till I have time to do it in the day lmao: fat chance!)

 

[leon-b]

ok thanks
btw if your camera did have a macro stting how would you switch it to that
leon

 

[g4ghb]

it is often denoted with a flower symbol. either a physical switch or sometimes in the menu


If it dosn't (and even if it does) - try a simple series of photos (in good natural light) using a tape measure to take piccies of something like a a4 printed sheet of text at different distances! - if you do it systmatically you will soon find the minimal focal length you can use and still get sharp pictures. Then if you cut a peice of string the to the minimum length you have an easy wway of ensuring you are not too close.

 

[leon-b]

thanks i will check if it has the flower symbol tomorrow
looking forward to recieving your pouch soon
got to sighn out soon (9:00) as i am going to watch tribe i have never seen it before is it any good?
leon

 

[leon-b]

couldnt watch tribe as the family are watching that stupid big brother instead and the tv in my bedroom doesnt have an aerial what a shame i was really looking forward to that aswell
leon

 

[leon-b]

hi just wondering as i would find your opinions helpful, i am thinking of buying this rucksack it looks ok and it suits my budget pretty good have any of you used it before
leon

 

[Wayne]

hi just wondering as i would find your opinions helpful, i am thinking of buying this rucksack it looks ok and it suits my budget pretty good have any of you used it before
leon

i haven't used this sac myself. Having read the ad it appears that there is not adjustment to that back length. This is a big draw back as I have had several trips spoiled by using poor fitted ruck sacks. You really need to visit a good quality outdoor store and try and number of packs to ensure it fits and will be comfortable in use. Also a your young a badly designed pack could cause problems for your back and shoulders.

The amount you will need to pay will depend on your budget and the amount you intend to use the sack. A good ruck sack will last you many years so saving a little more cash might be a good idea and then you can buy the sac that really fits.

 

[Rod]

hi just wondering as i would find your opinions helpful, i am thinking of buying this rucksack it looks ok and it suits my budget pretty good have any of you used it before
leon

Hi Leon,

I've had a look at this pack - I worked for many years selling outdoor equipment and had fitted and sold hundreds of rucsacs. The first thing to notice, and this echoes something which Wayne mentioned, is that the pack needs to fit you properly. One of the key things about it is that the back is size tolerant. This means that it can be fitted to you, but there is the possiblity of it not fitting well. Also, and here's something for the future - I understand that you are a "growing lad". You may find that if you have a few major growth spurts over the next couple of years that the pack doesn't fit properly any more. A Karrimor Panther 60-70 would be a better bet, as the back system is completely adjustable and will last you a lifetime. I appreciate that it is about £30 more than the Bobcat on Aktive8's site, but if you can scrape up some extra cash your money would be better spent.

I hope that this helps

 

[leon-b]

ok thanks
i wont get the pack anytime soon as i have to save up the cash, i will be using the rucksack beachlover has kindly gave to me for weekend camps which should be more than enough for now untill i start camping for longer
leon

 

[leon-b]

for my christmas present ( i no its ages away but ) i am thinking of going here for a course as its cheap and my dad doesnt have to come along with me, my question is is this course any good, has anyone been here before
leon

 

[Rod]

Don't know the school - but looks OK. You could pm Wayne as they are down near his part of the world