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by Hoipoloi
Fri May 06, 2016 10:02 pm
Forum: Equipment
Topic: Just Tents
Replies: 48
Views: 25834

Re: Just Tents

munchh wrote:Ive spent the last few days sorting all my bushcraft/camping stuff, it turns out i currently have 13! hahahaha. :P
No need for concern yet then ;)
by Hoipoloi
Mon May 02, 2016 9:18 am
Forum: Equipment
Topic: Just Tents
Replies: 48
Views: 25834

Re: Just Tents

Over to the experts - is this tent as good as the reviews? https://www.amazon.co.uk/Multitarn-Camouflage-Double-Waterproof/dp/B00ELE98JU I am after something light and Exmoor-proof! Thanks. I bought one of those but one-man is too small for me. If you want to keep your large rucksack out of the wea...
by Hoipoloi
Fri Mar 04, 2016 12:32 am
Forum: Equipment
Topic: Survival tin
Replies: 20
Views: 5005

Re: Survival tin

40 odd years ago they were called a 'tramp tin' and contained your treasured possessions. OK the contents were a little different but the concept was similar, to have something that could be kept on your person rather than in a bag so there was less liklihood that it could be lost. If all your kit i...
by Hoipoloi
Tue Mar 01, 2016 2:58 pm
Forum: Equipment
Topic: A UK friendly specific EDC gadget thread!
Replies: 294
Views: 51229

Re: A UK friendly specific EDC gadget thread!

tanstaafl wrote:
Not saying you are but might be worth checking, easy if you know a mate with a meter............and I think some pharmacies do it...
Yes, type 2 since the turn of the century. Managing to keep it at a safe level with tablets though. Exercise not possible all the time unfortunately.
by Hoipoloi
Sun Feb 07, 2016 7:19 pm
Forum: Equipment
Topic: A UK friendly specific EDC gadget thread!
Replies: 294
Views: 51229

Re: A UK friendly specific EDC gadget thread!

dangerman wrote: I've turned into a complete idiot. Need to sort this out.
Is this an age related thing? I've turned 60 and it happens quite a lot these days.
by Hoipoloi
Tue Jan 12, 2016 4:10 pm
Forum: Equipment
Topic: Best water filter?
Replies: 16
Views: 3904

Re: Best water filter?

Another fan of the Sawyer Mini.
As with most filters, if using in sub zero temps and the filter is wet, be sure to sleep with it at night.
by Hoipoloi
Tue Jan 12, 2016 4:05 pm
Forum: Logistics and Transport
Topic: Help me choose my new BOV
Replies: 30
Views: 15036

Re: Help me choose my new BOV

Not used one but I do carry a kit as well as two spare wheels.
by Hoipoloi
Thu Dec 31, 2015 2:02 pm
Forum: Logistics and Transport
Topic: Realistic BOV choices
Replies: 28
Views: 13731

Re: Realistic BOV choices

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=STaximkaQxo

A 4x4 isn't always the best option. Choice of tyres makes a difference.
by Hoipoloi
Sun Dec 13, 2015 7:56 pm
Forum: Equipment
Topic: The Prepped Computer
Replies: 8
Views: 1836

Re: The Prepped Computer

I'm very likely, in the next few minutes (impulsive buyer that I am) going to buy one of these :)
On the question of swapping the HDD for a SSD, would there be a problem with the HDD caddy heater? Would the SSD appreciate this?
by Hoipoloi
Fri Dec 11, 2015 8:47 pm
Forum: Equipment
Topic: Car Kettle - any advice?
Replies: 32
Views: 7977

Re: Car Kettle - any advice?

Here's what I'd use in my van if I was stuck on the motorway for hours: http://i867.photobucket.com/albums/ab233/The-Hoipoloi/Explorer/2013-03%20March-019_zpsh6kzr22j.jpg http://i867.photobucket.com/albums/ab233/The-Hoipoloi/Explorer/2013-03%20March-023_zpsrkjnhd82.jpg I've got a bucket for other em...