My fifteen year old daughter wants to do the John Muir way with me. I just need to keep it to 30 miles a day, go at her pace and not put her off! I was going to go on the walking route but the cycle route will get more comfy for her. It's amazing how lock down can change perspective on what a holida...

If you believe Forbes magazine!

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Dave

I got an Alpkit down Cloud Cover quilt and sewed a channel down each side and added elastic. Works a treat. https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/Online-sharing/i-B2cHtJs/0/1e2ddf10/M/hammock%20end-M.jpg https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/Online-sharing/i-2sx7gS6/0/5ed1ba2d/M/hammock%20upside%20down-M.jpg ...

Was sent to cover Islay for a few days. https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/Online-sharing/i-zKCwS94/0/4b8185a7/M/IMG_20200503_112503-M.jpg Got a few hours off between shifts and with the dry weather had an explore. I linked up some trails for a couple of 30 mile rides. https://photos.smugmug.com/Other...

Thanks but remember I'm just standing on the shoulders of giants. Someone got out of bed for me to fuel up in early hours this morning. My microwave meal was on the shelf in the coop and the staff had the store open to sell it to me. Someone got the power back on in the station so I could cook it. S...

All good in my neck of woods. Lockdown looks to have been very effective. Bit of concern as to where our usual work has gone though. Plenty of PPE on our ambulances and staff absences still being covered. Yes it's tough, every job is more complicated now but we're still smiling.

Dave
Paramedic

I live and work on the west coast. End of July probably about right for second flush.

I'm not into midgie type 2 fun and I don't even react to bites any more. I wouldn't bother

Dave

Thank you. I need to rope in some pals to share the driving....... 7hrs 40min...... aaarrgghhh

Daft question.....

I'm trying to work out travel and need a location to drive back from...... Rough one, Wales is big!

Thanks,

Dave

Somewhere on the GR247 Bosques del Sud 2018

Next to Crinan Canal, Lochgilphead, Argyll.

Would a Dr down your way necessarily think about Lyme's?

This is from OsmAnd of Norway.



Useful?

Planning on heading out on the John Muir way tomorrow but the cold is making me wonder if it's wise. I've a pipedream 200 XL and an equally light down underquilt which were great high on the GR247 last year but I'm doubting my gear for 3c forecast. Anyone else tried a similar combo?

Dave

I did it last April. Fabulous!

I'll put my paramedic hat on just briefly here...... Bang to head followed by vomiting worth a visit to A&E. Concussion is a form of Traumatic Brain Injury and it's always hard to triage the potentially serious from the not so. Vomiting is a red flag. Glad you're ok and enjoyed the rest of your day ...

Someone after two on the event Facebook page.

Dave

This article on using rivnuts popped up today.

http://www.bikepacking.com/gear/rivnut- ... ETdA2OsOkQ

Dave

Please could I go for camera? I'll PM. Thank you.

Dave

I'm like you, it'll be more highest terrain rather than slack lining to my bed!

It's the YOTHH for me. Crap year, seen too much death so going to rebalance things with more hammocking. The Year Of The High Hammock will be me trying to find the highest natural hangs for a night. First on my place, then Argyll, then a days ride from the house, then maybe Mull, Islay and the Alps ...

After the Gravel Dash there a creaking noise from my front wheel. Inspection reveals where the spokes cross there's wear. I think the noise is from them rubbing. Maybe a drop of oil will do. Is this common?

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Dave

I think upto 6m is same price as car, £13 + £4 driver, one way Oban-Craignure.

Yup, 2 of us heading south from Argyll, talk as well. Ideally I'd like to hammock but doubt I'll be quick enough to bag a hang.

Weather looks ok, dry but windy.

I find my ToughRoad perfect for forestry roads which I'm surrounded by. Not sure it's the best choice for bridleways etc.

Dave