The walk and camp was purely a social, something very much needed following on from lockdowns and being stuck to a routine of short local walks. May 2021.The initial plan was to meet people in Belstone and walk out from there. Belstone has a good-sized car park but on this occasion, it was packed due
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Lakes – First Time
It had been a long time coming and finally dates aligned lockdown had lifted allowing outdoor meetings and activity. I have been talking to Peter Dixon for quite some time, he's is very experienced and knows the Lakes exceptionally well. We had tried to meet up a few times in the past but never managed.
A Foxy Fur Tor
A birthday camp on Fur Tor with a visit from Mr Fox.
MLD Trailstar – Review / Overview
A review / overview of the Mountain Laurel Designs, MLD Trailstar after 50+ nights
MLD Exodus, DCF – First Look
In my last post, I mentioned that I had ordered a new pack from Mountain Laurel Designs, the Exodus in DCF. This is not a review, it's a first look. Already owning a Prophet from MLD, some people may question my logic here. As I am sure with many people, my gear is ever evolving
TGO 2019 – Gear Planning
Some of the gear I plan to take on this years TGO Challenge.
Snow. :)
Wildcamping on Dartmoor in the Snow, January 2019.
Windy Dartmoor Camp…
People in the UK often moan when the Met Office get things wrong... This is not a moan, its more of a laugh as the weather was so unexpected It's gave our gear a great test and us confidence in it. It was a bit of a last minute plan but there was still enough
MLD Cricket – Review
MLD Cricket Review - I've had my Cricket for a while now and used it in various weather conditions. Ive put together a small review for anyone interested in the Cricket
Trek Lite SW Meetup – Dartmoor – July 2018
One year a ago I was introduced to Trek Lite, a forum aimed at hikers, ultra lighters and those striving to shed some weight from their packs. Its a great forum and one filled with knowledge, experience and people with similar interests, I have personally found it a great place to learn new things, meet