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  1. michael

    Long pants and long sleeves in summer? Smart or big mistake?

    Long sleeves and trousers and a big hat purpose designed for keeping you cool and protected. I have one pixie ear and a big scar on my forehead where sun damaged bits were cut out. You wont know at the time it is years later the damage becomes apparent.
  2. michael

    Say No! to rubber tips on your poles.

    So this explains why so many non-pole walkers have headphones on and the sound cranked up.
  3. michael

    Quick drying hiking tshirt help

    Surprised no one mentioned Bamboo - yet.
  4. michael

    Wool socks

    Have you looked at Bamboo socks? Sustainable, antibacterial and anti-fungal. I use the tees for longer cycling trips that may or may not include wild camping.
  5. michael

    Men's pants recommendation

    Sorry but not Craghopper Kiwis. They are made of plastic and rustle as you walk. You wont notice at first but as the miles go by the sound gets louder and louder until your whole day is filled with the sound of your trousers rustling.:eek: Ok slight exaggeration but I can thoroughly recommend...
  6. michael

    Gaiters for winter walking

    Beware rain over trousers with tapered ankles. My expensive cycle over trousers have that design and the first time I wore them in anger they kept my legs dry but channelled rain water straight into my boots.:( The choice was take them off or 'fill yer boots'. As long as your wet feet are warm...
  7. michael

    "Buff" question for native English speakers

    I know them as neck tubes or neck warmers depending on material made from. They can be warn as a snood, bandanna, pirate sock, balaclava etc.
  8. michael

    Hunt For The Elusive Perfect Sleeping Bag

    This may be too expensive but they are superb bits of kit. http://sleepingbags-cumulus.eu/uk/categories/sleeping-systems/quilts-and-comforters
  9. michael

    Head Lamp Features

    Black Diamond Ion. Only use it for camping and immediate area not trying to cycle or walk by night. When dressed for the trail I wear it round my neck as have a habit of saying 'not dark yet not dark yet' right up until its too dark to find my lights. Also when I wake up in the dark I know...
  10. michael

    Running Tights & Leggings

    Cyclists wear leg and arm warmers which saves changing clothing to match conditions. The leg warmers I use work wet as well as dry so again don't use over trousers unless its really foul weather and cold. Look at mountain marathon and mountain bike clothing online websites. Once you can find the...
  11. michael

    Alternative to Modern-Day Backpack?

    Could this be the answer? https://gearjunkie.com/somnambula-wearable-convertible-sleeping-bag
  12. michael

    Men's Underwear Thread, anti-chafe/pro-support (NSFL 'not safe for ladies')

    Good look in the casino. If you loose too much you could try a camino.o_O
  13. michael

    Men's Underwear Thread, anti-chafe/pro-support (NSFL 'not safe for ladies')

    Another vote for Merino boxers. Some people are substiting these for their padded cycling shorts under baggies.
  14. michael

    Walking poles pack shorter

    Just ran across these poles which are 38cm packed length my standard poles measure 65cm. Never seen poles this short before and as the question of how to carry poles on planes frequently crops up thought this might be a good solution. I dont think they are released yet but see...
  15. michael

    Winter walking

    I ran across this piece of kit the other day and I think its worthy of a mention. I am adding this to the kit that stays in my rucksack year round for walking and mountain biking. The bag is an upgrade on the basic space blanket we all carry (?) in the winter and yes its another few grams to...
  16. michael

    checking backpacks on international flights

    "Shapelle Corby situation!" ? michael
  17. michael

    drain plug, guidebooks, soap, ear plug and knife...

  18. michael

    Packing List & Schedule - any comments ??

    2Cats flea collars (bed bugs!)" How does that work? michael
  19. michael

    karrimor packs

    Marie Rucksacks can be fitted to suit your back length and shape. This is not as expensive as it sounds as it is built in to certain makes of rucksack. What you need to find is a reputable retailer who will take the time to set up your pack for you and explain the features like air flow to...
  20. michael

    Walking Poles

    Sil apologies but I was musing on your previous posting and I know it doesn’t scan. Give me my Ipod of soothing sounds, My trekking poles to walk with, My Michelin Guide for diet of joy, My bottle of Hydro Max Carbo Engergiser drink, My gown of Gore-Tex®, hope against storms that rage...

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