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Cookers
Coleman Dual Fuel (Sportster and Feather models).
Uses Unleaded Petrol or Coleman Fuel. Boils a ½ litre of water in 4
mins (Sportster), 3 ½ mins (Feather). Little bulk and weighs 874g (Sportster),
657g (Feather). Can be unstable and requires care in use as the
pump and control are close to the burner. Cost Sportster £34.99,
Feather £49.99
MSR (Whisperlite and Expedition models).
Whisperlite uses jet fuel, paraffin, and petrol or Coleman fuel.
The Expedition uses diesel, aviation fuel, petrol, Coleman fuel and
paraffin. Boils a ½ litre of water in 3 ½ mins (Whisperlite) and
4mins (Expedition). You get a windshield and heat reflector on both
although the simmer control isnt great. Most reviews cite the
Expedition as being the next best choice for going anywhere
in the world (coming second only to another MSR model the Dragonfly,
similar to the Whisperlite but costing £40 more) and the Whisperlite
as the best for going most places in the world. Cost £59.95
Whisperlite and £77.50 Expedition.
Socks
Bridgedale
Coolmax Liner - £11.99 (2 pairs) Does what it says on the tin.
For those who still wear two pairs. Put under the regular socks.
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Leisure - £8.99 pair High coolmax fibre content. Good for summer
use.
Summit - £10.99 pair High wicking, 3-4 season use.
Light Hiker - £8.99 pair Merino wool and coolmax. Good for all
year general use.
Thorlo
Mountain - £14.99 pair 60% wool. Winter sock for cold conditions.
Light Hiking - £10.99 pair 52% coolmax and padding on heel and
ball of feet.
Light Trekking - £10.99 pair High wool content and acrylic. High
wicking 2-3 season.
SealSkinz
Mid
Light - £19.99 pair Guaranteed waterproof and breathable. Tactel/cotton
inner, nylon outer, porelle liner. Seamless construction.
Mid
Thermal - £24.99 pair Warmer than the others but similar features.
Travel/Expedition
Bags
The North Face Base camp duffle bag:
The classic bomber expedition duffel. I have
had the large size version of this bag for years & find it more than
capable of handling the environments and elements I place it in. The
build quality is second to none and waterproof material and
removable backpack straps make travel easy (far
less hassle at the airport compared to a standard rucksack with
straps everywhere).
Specifications:
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Alpine-cut shoulder straps
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Dual
daisy chains
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D-zip
with zipper flap
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Four
compression straps
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ID
pocket on top
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Internal mesh pockets
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Locking zippers
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Rugged
construction with extra bartacks and
double stitching
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Twin
haul handles on ends
Hygiene
MSR Packtowel Ultralite
Packtowel UltraLite is the lightest,
most compact microfiber towel on the
market, perfect for camping, travel, or
any situation where weight and space are
at a premium. It absorbs water quickly
and dries in a snap. Available in three
sizes. (also excellent
for removing excess water on your tent
prior to packing)
Specifications:
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Extra-compact
Folds up small for
trips when space is
limited.
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Superlight
Even the largest
size weighs less
than four ounces,
while the smallest
comes in at well
under an ounce.
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Fast-absorbing
Soaks up water like
a sponge.
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Quick-drying
Wrings out almost
completely dry
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Lifesystems Dry wash
No water
is required when using this
anti-bacterial gel. It washes
away germs and dirt from hands.
These germs can spread from
hands to mouth when eating
causing illness during outdoors.
Contains a mild and soothing
skin conditioner, aloe vera.
Features a compact and leakproof
bottle.
Bothy shelters
Indispensable if you
participate in any outdoor
activity.
Originally designed in response
to the need for an inexpensive,
lightweight shelter. Bothy bags
are increasingly used by
mountain rescue teams, outdoor
centres and youth groups as
emergency shelters. However they
can also provide a simple
shelter for lunch stops. Bothy
bags are made from ripstop nylon
and are windproof, highly water
resistant and very strong.
Creates a warm internal
microclimate
Durable waterproof seats
'UV - clear' windows to view the
weather outside!
Roof attachment allowing walking
pole to provide additional
support
Two, four, eight and twelve
person models available
"Really a must have if you are a
group leader and sensible to
have if you are going to be out
in the wild in anything but the
best of conditions." |
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