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Gear / How many layers of long sleeves do you wear?
« Last post by gunwharfman on Yesterday at 13:21:43 »
I used to end up wearing too many long sleeves at any one time, and could, with a third, or even a fourth long sleeved layer, just become too hot and uncomfortable. So, a while ago, I decided that two long sleeved items were enough for me.

As an example, when I went to Madeira recently, I took my long sleeved base layer, a warm full zip jacket, and two gilets, all synthetic, and they really worked well together. My base layer stayed constant, but I changed the other items of clothing around to suit the weather at the time. I had never worn a 'warm' gilet until last year, but I now appreciate how helpful they are. The gilets are also good as cushions for my rucksack shoulder straps.

I only end up wearing three long sleeves when I need to put my rain jacket on.

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Welcome / Re: Hi from the New Forest
« Last post by gunwharfman on Yesterday at 12:49:22 »
Another welcome from Portsmouth.
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A rare sunny day in the recent dire weather we are having couldn't be wasted so I took myself up to Ambleside for a walk exploring the lovely Woundale valley and to climb Red Screes from the Kirkstone Inn.  
a few pics















More pics and full TR- http://www.karlswalks.co.uk/2024/woundale-24-03-2024.html



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Welcome / Re: Hi from the New Forest
« Last post by Stube on Yesterday at 10:49:47 »
Welcome form Portsmouth O0
I've replied about the trail on your other post.
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General Walking Discussion / Re: Isle of Wight
« Last post by Stube on Yesterday at 10:45:05 »
I've not walked the Red Squirrel Trail, but I have walked the IoW Coast Path and like all downland the island is essentially dry apart from muddy dips!
I note that the trail is a cycle route initially along an old railway line so it will generally be dry and firm - apart from any puddles. Cycle routes are generally much drier than footpaths.
I'd not bother with boots on the island unless I was concerned that the recent rain had caused a lot of local flooding.
Shoes with a thick sole to protect your feet from stones will be fine.
Enjoy O0
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General Walking Discussion / Re: Spring lambs
« Last post by Percy on Yesterday at 08:08:42 »
Lots of lambs which looked a good few weeks old in fields on the coastal plain of Dumfries and Galloway last weekend.
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General Walking Discussion / Re: Spring lambs
« Last post by Islandplodder on Yesterday at 07:51:02 »
Spring comes late to the far north west. Lots of calves, only the first few lambs huddling together and looking as if they are regretting being in such a hurry
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Gear / Re: Paramo windproofs.
« Last post by Islandplodder on Yesterday at 07:47:52 »
I have a paramo windproof, afraid I can't remember what it's called. I haven't noticed a problem with the zip.

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Thank you Eyelet, yes it would be great if England and Wales enjoyed the same right of access, I’m not sure that’s going to happen though? certainly not any time soon
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Tough walk up High Raise following the ridge from Rydal, some very heavy rain with hard bits in it at times. Decided to retreat down the Wyth Byrn valley, found a surprisingly dry pitch amongst all the bog. And I got surprisingly close to a small herd of red deer hinds. Glad that I retreated as it absolutely poured this morning, a very wet walk out. I'll save the bogfest over Ullscarf, High Tove etc for drier weather!
Ah, wondered what route you'd be taking. Very brave to attempt Ullscarf, High Tove, and on to Keswick given the current state of the ground. I headed for Newlands last weekend, and it was a delight to barely get my boots wet.
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