HOW TO REPLACE A SHOCK CORD ON THE WILKINSON SWORD DARTMOOR KNIFE CSK185 Importantly, DO NOT pull the broken Shock Cord from the top (ie, by the elastic). Using a pair of thin long-nosed pliers (the type of...
After many years experience camping all around the world I decided to write this guide to save you from making some of the mistakes that I have made (and seen other people make). Whether you're planning an...
I've been reading some peoples guides to buying and using tents, in relation to selecting my own first ever tent for myself. I spotted a small tip that not many sellers are placing on their items, which for...
Consider the length of the stick, this is not an exact science but there is a good rule of thumb. Adopt a relaxed posture with your feet together and your arms hanging down by your sides, the walking stick...
measure and cut a piece of threaded bar that will pentrate approx three quarters the length of the handle plus an extra two inch longer that will fit into the shank set the handle in a vice with the bottom...
The purpose of this guide is to advise in the selection of Hiking Poles so that you have an informed choice and be able to sort through the wonderful sales information. We start with the concept of Poles...
Trekking Poles - The benefits of using them We are the longest established seller of trekking/hiking poles on eBay UK, we also sell them on our website. Our poles (over 3,000 pairs) have been bought by many...
The 3 Peaks Challenge has become a very popular activity in recent years for raising money for charity. It's very admirable that people do this but while out and about (especially on Ben Nevis)I have seen...
The MSR Whisperlite is an animal of a stove. Once going, the heat output is incredible. It's ideally suited to boiling water, but I have cooked all manner of meals on it, from frying bacon to heating baked...
How to treat a graze or abrasion? See below.... This guide contains basic advice and is not a substitute for effective training. IF IN DOUBT CONSULT A MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL A graze, or abrasion, is an injury to...