Something to keep your feet warm
Even a small hot water bottle can make all the difference! This is Jill's little hot water bottle she picked up in a pound shop in Buxton. Easy to fill. Somebody behind the bar will usually fill it for you at the end of the night from the kettle in the kitchen. Its...
Ultimate Tent Peg Hammer?
Looking for a good tent peg hammer; non-rusting, durable, slim to pack.... This may be the solution, available with weights of 150 to 250 gram, some with Teflon-faced heads and various styles of head and handle. I went for the simplest 'Williger' style. These are...
Unexpected Hand Cleaner
Not exactly a camping tip but you may need this hand cleaner you didn't know you already have when travelling. Impromptu repairs when travelling can lead to greasy grimy hands. If you don't pack hand cleaner you will probably have toothpaste, this is an excellent hand...
Lyme Disease
Those who take part in outdoor activities e.g. camping need to be aware of the risks of Lyme Disease, carried by ticks. The ticks can not stand being dried out so prefer shaded areas e.g. long grass, woods but can found in parks and gardens and even the short grass we...
Vango Galaxy 300
We have had the Galaxy now for a while and the principle behind it is sound. It can be a bit of a struggle getting changed in and out of your bike gear, sorting gear out and cooking in a low dome or tunnel tent so why not add a standing height porch at the front? This...
Vango Spares
Vango now has a website for camping spares and repairs. Spares start with poles and tubes as expected and also cover cooker parts, pegs, bags and other items. Repairs cover Tent Repair, Awning Repair, Sleeping Bag Repair & Rucksack Repair.
Unstable Stove?
Is your stove a bit unstable on the long grass? Try this solution; two strong magnets from a computer hard drive (other magnets are available) and a piece of scap sheet aluminium.