"I got a email from Motorola today saying that the Motorola Defy Mini XT320 is IP67 Certified. Meaning it's:
6- Totally protected against dust 7- Protected against the effect of immersion between 15cm and 1m
( IP Rating codes…"
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Fail! Bear Grylls Parang Recall, Laceration Hazard!
Started Aug 19, 2012 0 Replies 0 Likes
Fail! Bear Grylls Parang Recall, Laceration Hazard! Just thought I will let everyone know. Make sure you do plenty of research before investing your money on equipment…Continue
Choosing the Right Survival Instructor: How to find the "real deal" in a trainer. By Cody Lundin
Started this discussion. Last reply by ian lawson Oct 20, 2012. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Just thought i would share this Interesting article written by Cody Lundin entitled "Choosing the Right Survival Instructor: How to find the "real deal" in a trainer.By Cody Lundin"…Continue
Sleeping Bags
Started Feb 24, 2012 0 Replies 0 Likes
Hi just wondering what you guys use in the way of sleeping bags.I have a Domex NZ Army 4 season Black Ice XL and a Domex NZ Army Micro 1000 1 season. the Micro can fit easily inside the Black Ice to…Continue
"Woodcraft & Camping" - Bernard S. Mason
Started Feb 13, 2012 0 Replies 0 Likes
Hi I got a book over the weekend titled "Woodcraft & Camping" - Bernard S. Mason. I got it from a second hand book shop for $11. it is a really good book full of old time bush craft. it was first…Continue
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ShrafterJoe commented on Joe's blog post Smartphone GPS Mapping Software
ShrafterJoe replied to Jim Gnapp's discussion Primitive hunting in NZ
"Hi Jim no worries, these guys are rather good to deal with if you need to get supplies while you are over here http://www.archerydirect.co.nz/ i got my bow from them."
ShrafterJoe replied to Jim Gnapp's discussion Primitive hunting in NZ
"Hi Jim, as far as i know you can use stone arrow heads, the DOC wesite says the following:
Bow and cross bow hunting See also: New Zealand Bowhunters Society
Hunting with bows and crossbows is allowed on public conservation lands as long as a…"
NewbieMike McGavin commented on Joe's blog post Smartphone GPS Mapping Software
"Hi Joe. Thanks for the extensive and comprehensive insights. Next time I hit the smartphone market it might give me some good starting points. Cheers. :)"
ShrafterJoe commented on Joe's blog post Smartphone GPS Mapping Software
"I have now come across that the Motorola Defy Mini maybe have a rating of IP67. Which means it's dust and water proof up to 1m for 30 min resistance. I have contacted Motorola asking for the official rating. I will post a message once they…"
ShrafterJoe commented on Joe's blog post Smartphone GPS Mapping Software
"Hi Mike.
I have found battery life to be an issue with the smartphones. I have only owned two so far. One being a Huawei U8150 Ideos and the other the Motorola Defy Mini. I opted for the Motorola as it's designed for outdoor use and has…"
NewbieMike McGavin commented on Joe's blog post Smartphone GPS Mapping Software
"Hi Joe. Thanks for the write-up. A couple of aspects you didn't mention, and reasons for which I'm still cautious about using a smartphone in a significant way, are battery life and durability. eg. My eTrex Vista HCx and eTrex…"
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Smartphone GPS Mapping Software
I recently downloaded the U.K based Viewranger GPS mapping software for my Motorola Defy Mini and purchased the New Zealand Maps for it.Before hand I was using Backcountry navigator Pro but I found it rather difficult to download maps off the provided…See More
ShrafterJoe commented on Joe's blog post Summer Clothing
"Hi Ian, yeah they can get a bit sweaty at times I tend to wear the trousers as shorts when on the trail and as pants or put gaiters on when traveling through the dense bush, nothing worse than not noticing a patch of bush lawyer or stinging nettle…"
Tohungaian lawson commented on Joe's blog post Summer Clothing
"Interesting stuff Joe. I have always preferred cotton over synthetic personally. I don't like having sweat running down my legs in the summer. However I have worn polycotton trousers for the last 5 years as they do dry nice and quickly. As with…"
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ShrafterJoe commented on Joe's blog post Summer Clothing
"Here are some articles explaining how Cotton Kills
http://sectionhiker.com/why-does-cotton-kill/
This site quotes:
the survival book I just finished by Cody Lundin. He says on page 103 of When All Hell Breaks…"
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Outdoor Clothing
During Summer I normally wear Lightweight Nylon outdoor clothing or Summer weight Army/Tactical Clothing. I find this type of clothing the best for what I do, Some people can't wear nylon as it will cause various skin issues, I have mine kind of loose fitting to help the air circulate. At the end of the day you have to get what you feel comfortable wearing. But just remember the saying " Cotton Kills" as when It's wet, it stays went for ages. And If you get stranded wet and cold and you can't…See More
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1999 USGI Poncho
"I also have the matching poncho liner and I will take some photos of the poncho and the liner set up as a sleeping bag. The Army ponchos are a great piece of gear. I normally carry it when ever I go out. If I get in a real bad situation and I…"
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USGI Army Poncho (5)
"This is a very good universal shelter for all conditions. You can always jam one end up to some bushes to help stop rain from blowing into the shelter. You can place your pack at one end to act as a windblock. You can also build a wall out…"
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USGI Army Poncho (2)
"This is good for a summer or dry winters day. If its raining really hard, it's a good idea to lower it a bit and have the backsides on nearer the ground. Another trick is to put the entry near some bushes, This wil help stop rain from coming…"
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- At 17:14 on March 4, 2013,
Tohungasimon walker said… Hi Joe
is there anything in NZ happening re get togethers, we call them moots, where like minded individuals meet at a 'camp' to share and pass on skills info etc maybe every 2 or 3 months (to be out in the different seasons and different environments). Makes all things bushy more available and affordable to those who don't have the time or money for paid experiences/courses and also values the input and knowledge of the ?? less experienced but keen crafters.
thanks
Simon
- At 16:53 on March 4, 2013,
Tohungasimon walker said… Hi there
thanks for the request.
Not great at keeping up with web based groups, friends in uk would agree, but will try more over here, if you send anything don't worry if it takes a while to reply as sometimes after using comps at work the last I want to do at home is more.
Hope to meet on the trail or round a fire
simon
- At 23:42 on November 1, 2012,
ShrafterDave said… Hi Joe. Thanks for the friends request mate. I really enjoy reading your comments, there is a wealth of info there I am learning from. Thanks for keeping up the sharing.
- At 20:49 on August 28, 2012,
NewbieJelena Middleton said… Thanks for the friends request! Have fun camping!:)
- At 22:29 on August 22, 2012,
ShrafterRania Marsh said… Hi Joe! Thanks for the friend request! Welcome to my wonderful world!
- At 23:23 on October 8, 2011,
AdminRyan Hunt said… Hi Joe welcome to BushcraftNZ. What kind of outdoors background do you have? Hope you have had time to check out the forum, feel free to jump right in. We even have an introductions thread if you were interested in sharing a little about yourself to the group.
We also have an outing coming up soon in Auckland there a link from the home page.
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Smartphone GPS Mapping Software
Posted on March 14, 2013 at 17:56 5 Comments 0 Likes
I recently downloaded the U.K based Viewranger GPS mapping software for my Motorola Defy Mini and purchased the New Zealand Maps for it.
Before hand I was using Backcountry navigator Pro but I found it rather difficult to download maps off the provided…
ContinueOutdoor Clothing
Posted on March 12, 2013 at 17:30 3 Comments 0 Likes
During Summer I normally wear Lightweight Nylon outdoor clothing or Summer weight Army/Tactical Clothing. I find this type of clothing the best for what I do, Some people can't wear nylon as it will cause various skin issues, I have mine kind of loose fitting to help the air circulate. At the end of the day you have to get what you feel comfortable wearing. But just remember the saying " Cotton Kills" as when It's wet, it stays went for ages. And If you get stranded wet and cold and you…
ContinueBritish Army 95 Gore-tex Gloves
Posted on March 7, 2013 at 18:25 0 Comments 1 Like
Today I bought from Kiwi Disposals a pair of British Army 95 Gloves.
The Description from the Kiwi Disposals website is as follows:
Military style soft cattle hide leather shells.
Special web cinch strap secures each glove at the wrist.…
Condor Lochnessmuk Knife
Posted on March 4, 2013 at 22:59 1 Comment 2 Likes
Last week I got a Condor Lochnessmuk Knife from blademaster.co.nz it cost $119. I am quite inpressed with this knife, it's the first Condor brand knife that i own. It is designed by Joe Flowers of equip2endure. It has a nice comfortable handle and has a good weight to it. It chops well. It reminds me of the parang…
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