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I had two choices when preparing
Altberg leather mountain spec boots which were tried and tested and Salomon mudders
For 7 days, every day I walked in the cold sea shores near where I live on the Durham coast in each pair - to see which pair were the most suitable
The Altbergs kept the...
Me too I need scuba gear when passing Lush in Middlesbrough this morning
I’ve heard from others that Lush have some relevant stuff
But I took the plunge just now and bought a Godiva shampoo bar - fir my ablutions - once a week- whether I need them or not
The staff were brilliant and they...
Thanks for the encouragement
When I receive it, I’ll be wearing the kilt 24x7 for the next two weeks, prior to departure
This is to test its durability and fit to mitigate the effects of a “failure” in which case I’ll revert to rugby shorts
I will be wearing a kilt, for practicality
I'm entitled to wear the Robertson tartan on my father's side
but ill probably go for an Irish style kilt - my mammy is from the Kells clan and a Shaw also
I still am undecided whether I will be kilted.
I'd appreciate your insights, about the material and serviceability.
There is also the obvious question - do you commando
Or with boxers
Dax
In Pune, (a work in progress)
I love this video
Kanga, you are a special soul and I am so impressed that you placed it here for us to enjoy and to understand
You have made my day
Sunday is my favourite day anyway
Thank you
Dax
In Pune, (a work in progress)
I am considering wearing a kilt when I walk the Way of St James.
I welcome.advice from experienced kilt wearers. I am especially interested in the benefits and the concerns from the camino family.
Dax
Boots are a very personal thing and rightly so.
In the end I chose a boot that will perform in snow, mud and scree.
Altberg Tethera is my choice.
They are light, durable, very supportive in the ankle and lower leg and are performing really well as i pick up the miles in my walking training...
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