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stockhausen · 3 Jun 2019 at 14:01

VincentHanna said:
Glastonbury I might expect to wear them all day for 5 days.

Other than that, 2-3 hours at a time.

Nearest Cotswold Outdoor to me is 50 miles away

If you are mostly milling around (at Glastonbury) rather than struggling up hill and down dale, don't over-tighten the laces. Having said that, God alone knows what the weather (or mud) will be like

Is there a Blacks or Millets nearer than your nearest Cotswold Outdoor?

Phate · 3 Jun 2019 at 16:15

Anything in particular to look for when looking for hiking poles? Any recommendations please?

steve45 · 3 Jun 2019 at 16:45

Phate said:
Anything in particular to look for when looking for hiking poles? Any recommendations please?

Light and collapsible are the main points really. Go for telescopic if you want adjust-ability, avoid twist lock, lever lock is much more reliable long term. Folding poles are usually more compact when collapsed and can be lighter but tend to sacrifice adjust-ability. Cant go wrong with Leki, black diamond or MSR in my experience.

Phate · 3 Jun 2019 at 16:46

steve45 said:
Light and collapsible are the main points really. Go for telescopic if you want adjust-ability, avoid twist lock, lever lock is much more reliable long term. Folding poles are usually more compact when collapsed and can be lighter but tend to sacrifice adjust-ability.

Thanks for the advice. I will take a look later

- what is fair money to pay for a reliable set? IYO?

steve45 · 3 Jun 2019 at 16:56

Phate said:
Thanks for the advice. I will take a look later - what is fair money to pay for a reliable set? IYO?

I'd happily pay up to £90 for a decent set, my last two pairs have cost in that region and have been light, rock solid and comfortable.
I'm using MSR Dynalock Explore poles at the moment and they have have been great.
https://www.msrgear.com/ie/poles/explore/dynalock-explore-poles

jpaul · 4 Jun 2019 at 23:02

VincentHanna said:
Nearest Cotswold Outdoor to me is 50 miles away

I'd be considering internet purchase of several sizes, and sending back (for free) those you don't want .. narrowing down some choices from previous threads say,
but sound like you want something light-weight for Glastonbury use, as opposed to full leather

Phate said:
Anything in particular to look for when looking for hiking poles?

I got some combined ski/walk leki sport 2 sections (better strength/reliability) twist locks ones .. haven't had any reliability problems with the twist, and they fit on the back of a pack easily, sorbothane insoles in boots too can help with shock on decents.

matt100 · 4 Jun 2019 at 23:16

jpaul said:
I'd be considering internet purchase of several sizes, and sending back (for free) those you don't want .. narrowing down some choices from previous threads say,
but sound like you want something light-weight for Glastonbury use, as opposed to full leather

I got some combined ski/walk leki sport 2 sections (better strength/reliability) twist locks ones .. haven't had any reliability problems with the twist, and they fit on the back of a pack easily, sorbothane insoles in boots too can help with shock on decents.

Just a quick watch out, I tried that with a load of walking trousers from snow and rock, same group as Cotswold and they charge for returns.

Hades · 10 Jun 2019 at 10:11

A group of us went hiking along the north Devon coast this weekend. My pictures don't do it justice but it is so pretty.

A very brave goat...

jpaul · 10 Jun 2019 at 11:42

nice pictures - the granite(thinlk?) reminded me of, Bosigran cliffs, west of newquay, where commando's had done their ww2 prep.

matt100 said:
Just a quick watch out, I tried that with a load of walking trousers from snow and rock, same group as Cotswold and they charge for returns.

just checked they seem to take paypal, with which you can get some free returns ... I always use paypal where possible (the wiggle free service via asda is good too)

matt100 · 10 Jun 2019 at 12:54

Hades said:
A group of us went hiking along the north Devon coast this weekend. My pictures don't do it justice but it is so pretty.

A very brave goat...

Near Lynmouth by any chance?

matt100 · 10 Jun 2019 at 12:55

jpaul said:
nice pictures - the granite(thinlk?) reminded me of, Bosigran cliffs, west of newquay, where commando's had done their ww2 prep.

just checked they seem to take paypal, with which you can get some free returns ... I always use paypal where possible (the wiggle free service via asda is good too)

I think with mine it was paying for post and having to insure it (with like £300 of stuff in there) or collect+

I kinda get it, it probably shouldn't be free but when everywhere else it it sort of stings.

Hades · 10 Jun 2019 at 12:56

matt100 said:
Near Lynmouth by any chance?

Haha yes!

Jonnybmac · 11 Jun 2019 at 18:31

Used my karrimor survival bag today I've had my my backpack for about 5 years. An old woman fell on the floor and it was raining so I went to my car and got it out of my bag. Well worth having and even though I wasn't in the mountains it got its use by helping someone who needed it so recommend anyone to have one handy.

neoboy · 23 Jun 2019 at 15:55

Can anyone recommend decent breathable hiking pants for the Summer? My North Face ones finally gave up the ghost after many years of service and don't fancy convertible types.

Already have a pair of Fjallraven trousers but they are way too toasty now that the temperatures have crept up.

Street · 23 Jun 2019 at 17:33

neoboy said:
Can anyone recommend decent breathable hiking pants for the Summer? My North Face ones finally gave up the ghost after many years of service and don't fancy convertible types.

Already have a pair of Fjallraven trousers but they are way too toasty now that the temperatures have crept up.

What's wrong with shorts?

Although I'm a big fan of Prana Stretch Zion trousers for spring/autumn use.

neoboy · 23 Jun 2019 at 17:59

Street said:
What's wrong with shorts? Although I'm a big fan of Prana Stretch Zion trousers for spring/autumn use.

Nettles

Also we're talking UK Summer, not Arizona

Street · 23 Jun 2019 at 18:09

Pfft, I generally shorts for everything during the summer months!

MM-Seat · 15 Jul 2019 at 13:15

Anyone happen to be an ML on here?

Thinking I'm going to focus on it over the next 2 years.

Street · 15 Jul 2019 at 14:04

MM-Seat said:
Anyone happen to be an ML on here?

Thinking I'm going to focus on it over the next 2 years.

I've been planning on doing the training for years but never get around to it. I really should just get on and do it. I don't plan on doing any commercial work with it as the market is saturated, just more for the experience of doing it.

Phate · 15 Jul 2019 at 15:25

I am off to Zermatt tomorrow. 6 days of hiking and photography bliss. My first proper hiking trip. I am beyond excited

Will share pics when I am back.

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