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Re: Drinking water in the hills

Never had any issues, though I just pop in a couple of tablets just to be sure, water on the hills tastes far fresher than the stuff you buy or get out the taps
by Backpacker
Tue Apr 02, 2013 9:06 pm
 
Forum: General discussion
Topic: Drinking water in the hills
Replies: 23
Views: 39315

Re: Looking for a walking partner - Inverclyde Area

I would but I'm in Arran this weekend and then doing the Skye trail at the end of the month
by Backpacker
Tue Apr 02, 2013 9:01 pm
 
Forum: Meeting up, arranging trips and walking clubs
Topic: Looking for a walking partner - Inverclyde Area
Replies: 2
Views: 1272

Looking for a walking partner - Inverclyde Area

Been think about this for a while,

Just wondering if there's anyone in the Inverclyde area looking for a walking partner, preferably with an unfitness level similar to mine :lol: :lol:
by Backpacker
Tue Apr 02, 2013 6:32 pm
 
Forum: Meeting up, arranging trips and walking clubs
Topic: Looking for a walking partner - Inverclyde Area
Replies: 2
Views: 1272

Re: Insoles

I don't have flat feet, I can tell from the wet carpet in the mornings when I've been for a shower :lol: :lol: I did a bit of investigation last night and found that my boots already have arch support built in, coupled with the strobothane being twice as thick as the originals, that's probably when ...
by Backpacker
Mon Apr 01, 2013 8:39 am
 
Forum: Gear and Equipment talk
Topic: Insoles
Replies: 20
Views: 12987

Insoles

I bought a pair of Scarpa ZG65's last year which are now well broken in, the fit is good and they're very comfy, however I just felt there was something missing with the foot support. I changed the original insoles for a pair of sorbothane double strikes that I had in a drawer from my previous boots...
by Backpacker
Sat Mar 30, 2013 11:49 am
 
Forum: Gear and Equipment talk
Topic: Insoles
Replies: 20
Views: 12987

Re: Gear reviews - Trail shoes

I've a pair of Merrell trail shoes, which I find great for proper paths and decent terrain. However, last year I went arse over tit and twisted my ankle quite badly, unfortunately I was on the drovers road between Corrour and Rannoch, so it was quite a hard slog to get my backside to Rannoch (I was ...
by Backpacker
Fri Mar 29, 2013 6:32 pm
 
Forum: Gear and Equipment talk
Topic: Gear reviews - Trail shoes
Replies: 10
Views: 9520

Re: Trousers and Pants

I have 3 pairs of Craghoppers, convertables, winter lined and normal basecamp

All 3 dry out pretty quickly and very comfy to wear, they won't win you any fashion awards but unless you're doing the WHW or climbing Nevis, that's not really a problem :lol: :lol:
by Backpacker
Thu Mar 28, 2013 10:44 am
 
Forum: Gear and Equipment talk
Topic: Trousers and Pants
Replies: 11
Views: 3616

Re: Kaim Hill & Blaeloch Hill

Looks like you've just given me my walk for the weekend :D
by Backpacker
Wed Mar 27, 2013 9:38 am
 
Forum: Walk reports - Scotland
Topic: Kaim Hill & Blaeloch Hill
Replies: 2
Views: 5404

Re: Much snow on Goatfell?

I'm supposed to be going to Arran next weekend.

Can see plans changing if there hasn't been a significant thaw by then
by Backpacker
Wed Mar 27, 2013 9:21 am
 
Forum: General discussion
Topic: Much snow on Goatfell?
Replies: 8
Views: 4051

Re: Winter boots and crampons at a reasonable price

scoob999 wrote:what about these? i'm happy with mine, different model though

http://www.tiso.com/shop/mammut/mens-mt-century-gtx-boot
Can also recommend the CT crampons as that's the ones i own :D


Can you polish out the dayglo on those :lol: :lol:
by Backpacker
Mon Mar 18, 2013 8:53 pm
 
Forum: Gear and Equipment talk
Topic: Winter boots and crampons at a reasonable price
Replies: 6
Views: 2380

Re: Winter boots and crampons at a reasonable price

As mentioned on another thread, these are a good deal: http://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/climbing-technology-10-point-classic-c1-crampon-e7310012 As for boots, getting a good fit is by far the most important thing. You can find online deals on B1 boots like Scarpa SL or Mammut Mountain Trail down to a...
by Backpacker
Mon Mar 18, 2013 8:36 pm
 
Forum: Gear and Equipment talk
Topic: Winter boots and crampons at a reasonable price
Replies: 6
Views: 2380

Winter boots and crampons at a reasonable price

Just wondering if there's anywhere that sells these at a decent price.

The usual suspects want almost £300 and upwards, which I find a bit steep.

Unfortunately I do do have rather big feet (size 12) so very rarely see any up for sale second hand
by Backpacker
Mon Mar 18, 2013 7:11 pm
 
Forum: Gear and Equipment talk
Topic: Winter boots and crampons at a reasonable price
Replies: 6
Views: 2380

Re: A Long Walk on The Isle of Skye

Just bumping this up as I'm planning on doing this next month albeit the other way round (North - South) I'm hoping to get some blue skies :D :D Citylink from Glasgow - Portree is only £5 one way at the moment, hoping next week it's the same price for the way back. I'm planning on staying at the ho...
by Backpacker
Mon Mar 18, 2013 2:25 pm
 
Forum: Walk reports - Long Distance routes
Topic: A Long Walk on The Isle of Skye
Replies: 30
Views: 52084

Re: Photo Competition #14

1. xpfloyd

2. johnkaysleftleg

3. Jambo235
by Backpacker
Sat Mar 16, 2013 1:39 pm
 
Forum: General discussion
Topic: Photo Competition #14
Replies: 99
Views: 29911

Re: At what point do you say something?

I have met people like this on numerous occasions. If they ask I will discuss the conditions if not I leave them to their own devices. People think your being a smart arse know it all. Once I met a university walking club walking in hip deep snow, 3 of the group were walking in trainers. My MR walk...
by Backpacker
Fri Mar 15, 2013 9:18 pm
 
Forum: General discussion
Topic: At what point do you say something?
Replies: 155
Views: 50189
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