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For all discussion of equipment..... what to buy, how to use it, how to wear it, how to sneak your latest purchase past your other half....

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  1. Confused about what to wear in the desert? Wondering what colours are in vogue for the coming training season? Then look no further.

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  2. Find out the stuff you HAVE to take with you. Including the somewhat elusive "Tropical Disinfectant."

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    by davidjrgy

    27-03-2010 01:47 PM

  3. Stove chat. Not stovepipe hat chat. That should go in the miscellaneous or clothes forums.

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    by Mike

    21-01-2010 09:13 AM

  4. Anything related to keeping your body in one piece while training and in the desert. Prevention of blisters and chafing for example.

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    by eclipse

    15-05-2010 01:22 PM

  5. Food, glorious food. And training supplements. And power bars, gels, jelly babies etc. Don't know your Rego from your Nuun? Here's the place to ask.

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  6. Looking for adventure racing kit to buy, sell or trade? Spotted any bargains?

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  7. Ah, the biggy. What to wear on your feet and how to keep the sand out of your shoes.

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  8. Train smarter. Or just buy something which will let you know how far you've run without resorting to a map. Not to mention the small matter of how to power them in the middle of the Sahara.

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  9. For everything else. Walking poles, head-torches, toothbrushes etc.

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    by clarerc

    01-07-2010 08:24 PM

  10. Topics about specific rucksacks, new product reviews & the various sorts of hydration systems.

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    omm and raidlight front pack... Go to last post

    by dave lamond

    29-06-2010 07:46 PM

  11. All sleeping system chat in here. Specific products, recommendations, ideas, questions etc.

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    by Perkyl8r

    29-04-2010 07:45 PM

  12. Wondering if your Gucci shades will stand the heat?

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    by AlanC

    04-03-2010 08:33 PM

  13. If you've taken part in the MdS before, we'd love to hear what you ended up taking with you and if there's anything you'd change for the next time.

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    by Fatlad

    15-05-2010 06:26 PM

  1. Arrow Sticky Thread Sticky: The Marathon des Sables Equipment FAQ

    Welcome to version 1.0 of the Equipment FAQ for The Marathon des Sables. I'll leave this topic open, so please feel free to add in anything you...

    Started by Mike, 01-07-2008 09:11 PM
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  1. Testing some Prototype kit

    Not quite sure how to manage this one...... but..... I will shortly have some prototype kit, namely backpack and front pack (x3, I think) from a...

    Started by Littlefatwelshman, 18-06-2010 02:34 PM
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  2. Cotswold Outdoor

    Not sure if everyone is aware, but I found the following on the "Best of Morocco" forum! I duly printed off the letter & took it to my local shop to...

    Started by Knickerscat, 20-02-2010 03:38 PM
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  3. Poll Poll: Kit Monsters

    Interested in peoples views on this one, veterans, old timers, and young uns alike. I was pondering it earlier after being asked a shoes question at...

    Started by mikeblamires, 28-01-2010 09:43 PM
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  4. "Cheap" Down Sleeping Bags/Kit

    I was pointed to this site today by my gear savvy and discerning Uncle. The prices on down Sleeping Bags/Jackets is excellent and they have a good...

    Started by mikeblamires, 26-01-2010 10:03 PM
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  5. Evans Cycles Sale

    Just purchased some rather natty windproof gloves after an unsuccessful lunchtime glove hunt. Looks like there are a few good clothing bargains on...

    Started by mikeblamires, 27-01-2010 01:16 PM
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  6. Likeys January Clearance Sale

    We are having a bit of a clearance in preparation for forthcoming Spring/Summer stock that is due to arrive with us shortly. The upshot of which is...

    Started by Littlefatwelshman, 06-01-2010 02:12 PM
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  7. Reasonable prices for kit

    Not sure if most already know about this site. www.sportsshoes.com I found it when looking for new trail shoes. I'm going to try Roclite...

    Started by Fatlad, 11-01-2010 09:15 PM
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  8. Deliveries to Beacons Ultra.

    Quite a lot of people have asked us to bring their respective orders of goodies to the Beacons Ultra for collection either tomorrow or Saturday...

    Started by Littlefatwelshman, 03-12-2009 01:40 PM
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  9. Likeys eBay Clearance.

    We are just having a bit of a clearance at Likeys of end of line stock, or a few items where perhaps sales labels have come off, or where there might...

    Started by Littlefatwelshman, 20-11-2009 02:56 PM
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  10. Likeys Winter Warmer

    Whilst Stock lasts....... :banana: Should have let everyone know about the above a few days ago, but I have only just worked out how to add a...

    Started by Littlefatwelshman, 19-11-2009 09:31 AM
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  11. Puma Trailfox?

    Anyone had any experience of these shoes? I'm in the market for some new trail shoes and fancy trying something new.

    Started by ijk-2009, 19-08-2009 09:58 AM
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    21-08-2009 07:49 PM Go to last post
  12. Post Kit Awards

    Thought I'd start a thread where you can nominate pieces of kit for an award: The Gucci Kit Award: The piece of kit that was the best performing,...

    Started by wreckferret, 11-04-2009 09:36 PM
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  13. 2012 kit buying

    Ok, we've 3 years, but I want to spread the cost as much as possible, so will be aiming to pick bits of kit up over the next 3 years when money...

    Started by kizzi10000, 07-03-2009 08:10 AM
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  14. Desert Boots

    Has anyone worn the Altberg (? SPELLING) desert boots, saw them at the Gobi Seminar, I really liked the look of them, and the report on them was...

    Started by summer, 30-11-2008 11:00 AM
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  15. Raidlight Clearance - flippin good stuff to be had!!

    Likeys are having a bit of clear out of some Raidlight clothing, plus some surplus from the UK suppliers -...

    Started by Littlefatwelshman, 06-02-2009 08:45 AM
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  16. Post What Knife

    I would be interested to know what knife people are taking to the MDS this year, weight is of course a consideration and if it is purely to satisfy...

    Started by Joe90, 31-01-2009 07:16 PM
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  17. General Equipment Thoughts/Advice

    After being asked about kit recently by some 'new starters' to running I thought I would put a 'few' words together for a more general audience so I...

    Started by mikeblamires, 26-01-2009 10:24 PM
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  18. Smile Kids in a Candy Store....

    Both Matt and I have been to the Outdoor Trade Show today and....:drool5: I could have spent £1,000s and £1,000's.....:drool5: Over the next...

    Started by Littlefatwelshman, 01-10-2008 08:58 PM
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