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| pope10001 Member Since: 15 Oct 2011 Location: Dulverton Posts: 489   
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Hi, I'll give you idea of what we have and see if that helps you. It really does depend on how much you want to spend, whether you intend camping a lot or just occasionally. Here's what i have.
Kyham Freelander tent Kyham Explorer King size sleeping bag for me and Mrs Pope Exped DownMat 9 LW x2 Coleman Duel fuel twin burner stove MSR Quick 4 system pots n pans MSR Alpine Deluxe Kitchen Set Camp Cover Kitchen Organiser Deluxe Oztent Kokoda Chairs ARB 47l Fridge freezer Outwell Collapsible Washing Up Bowl Vango Beech Alloy Table 110x70x70 Various torches/lamps (LED don't attract bugs) I'm sure i've missed a few things but this is what we get by on. Hope it helps. Regards, Mark |
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17th Mar 2013 7:26am |
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| couplands Member Since: 31 Aug 2011 Location: Peak District & Cornwall Posts: 1826 
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Thanks Mark,
I intend to go camping a few times a year, not often but would prefer to buy once and buy well. I appreciate your list, its a great start.. 
Cheers Simon |
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17th Mar 2013 7:50am |
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| BigRuss Member Since: 15 May 2010 Location: Norfolk Posts: 2785 
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a good chair to sit on!
we went for the Oztent King Kokoda's Steptoe will be able to sort you out with some 
http://4x4overlander.com/camping/furniture...chair.html oh and the wife keeps looking at Tentipi's  Russell
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17th Mar 2013 8:13am |
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| bpman Member Since: 21 May 2008 Location: Oslo Posts: 8069 
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If you go for the coleman cooker (which is excellent), consider the coleman lanterns, the run on the same fuel (aspen4, or unleaded), they also give off heat for those cooler french evenings.
We have a National Luna 50litre f/f, but depending on how much cooking you are going to do, a cool box may work. If you go down the fridge route, think about a split charge system and twin batteries. Take some head torches, lots to choose from - we took alpkit ones to Norway they worked well. I fitted an additional 12v socket into the left hand side of my puma glove box, and I have a selection of 12v USB chargers, so you can charge your phone, sat nav etc and keep the kit out of sight. also ... bulb kit, hi-viz jackets, beam deflectors for headlights, alco-testers |
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17th Mar 2013 8:22am |
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| bpman Member Since: 21 May 2008 Location: Oslo Posts: 8069
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I thought you got yours from Norfolk camping ? |
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17th Mar 2013 8:24am |
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| couplands Member Since: 31 Aug 2011 Location: Peak District & Cornwall Posts: 1826
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I feel slightly nervous about carrying liquid fuel for the cooker, is it comparable to carrying gas canisters..? Split charge/twin batteries is on the list. I drove to Geneva last year, (in the D4 though) so have the bulb, hi-viz, alco-testers etc. we just stayed at our daughter's place, so no camping needed.. 
Thanks for all the great suggestions. Cheers Simon |
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17th Mar 2013 8:48am |
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| bpman Member Since: 21 May 2008 Location: Oslo Posts: 8069
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I took a steel 5 litre jerry can for the fuel - kept it nice and safe.
I don't want to put you off Coleman kit, but it takes a little practice, but once mastered you would not change it. Gas is good and probably a little easier. |
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17th Mar 2013 9:01am |
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| Landlord Member Since: 27 Oct 2009 Location: Hampshire Posts: 582 
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Khyam good tents
Depending on the time of year we use a Khyam tent or a Howling Moon roof tent. Patriot roof rack ARB chairs 45 litre Engel F/F plugged into rear power sockets Twin batteries with split charge system Sterling battery charger (built in) for those extended stops. Saves starting engine to charge batteries. Vapalux paraffin lamp (like a Tilley but better) Folding camping tables I'm selling my Coleman cooker if your interested. Hardly used. Bought for Norway trip, think in total it has only been used about 10 times since I've had it. Will post pictures later. 2007 TD5 90 Hard Top |
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17th Mar 2013 9:07am |
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| leeds Member Since: 28 Dec 2009 Location: West Yorkshire Posts: 8582
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There is a wide variety of gear out there with a wide variety of quality and price!
You could spend a few hundred up to many thousands of pounds! Good camping means being comfortable. Since weather conditions can vary during the day from blazing sunshine to freezing evenings layered clothing so can add or take off as required. A good nights kip is important. Notice the expression 'We' was used. Sleeping partner as in sharing same bed? Whilst camping? Also state of your knees/hips affects choice of tents and sleeping arrangements. Young active and solo sleeping? Camping mat or Thermarest. Two sleeping double air bed means larger tent, maybe with duvet from home? Cream crackered knees? Means taller tent such as Oztent. Also a camp bed or double height air beds. Double camp beds are not so brilliant. Also mean good quality chairs with solid arms. Cooking? Everything from a quick cup of tea to full meal? Gas cannister/ msr good for quick cup of tea. Proper cooking then dual Coleman. Lots of kit out there. Just be careful to avoid the knock offs/pass offs of good reputable brands. If they are cheaper then main brands then there is nearly always a good reason why! There is lots of gear out there. Just consider your needs/budget carefully before parting with your hard earns. Go to a large show and look at what people are using and why. Brendan |
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17th Mar 2013 9:50am |
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| BigRuss Member Since: 15 May 2010 Location: Norfolk Posts: 2785
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Thats a bit far for someone living in the Peak District to go when Steptoe is just up the road from him Russell
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17th Mar 2013 11:25am |
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| couplands Member Since: 31 Aug 2011 Location: Peak District & Cornwall Posts: 1826
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Thanks Brendan, good advice as always.
There are two of us, generally fit and healthy 55 year olds...
Like the idea of (single) camp beds though, just so we're off the ground - although I've heard they may be colder due to air circulation..? I'll be off to the Harrogate show, so can have a good look there. Cheers Simon Last edited by couplands on 17th Mar 2013 12:44pm. Edited 1 time in total |
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17th Mar 2013 11:45am |
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| deep down Member Since: 02 May 2012 Location: France Posts: 204  
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If you get stuck for any last minute items or things you have forgotten, look for a Decathlon shop. They have a wide range of camping equipment, clothing etc.
http://www.decathlon.fr/magasins-decathlon.html Just clic on the region then select the closest one to where you're staying. |
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17th Mar 2013 12:05pm |
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| leeds Member Since: 28 Dec 2009 Location: West Yorkshire Posts: 8582
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Simon we will be at the Harrogate show and will have various items on display.
Camp beds? Just remember old Victorian saying, a blanket underneath is worth two on top! The Oztent camp beds are padded as well. So it does depend on how different people use their gear! Brendan |
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17th Mar 2013 12:13pm |
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| strang Member Since: 16 May 2012 Location: Happy Valley Posts: 1383 
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Bog roll! Euro-Leafing to infinity and beyond.....
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17th Mar 2013 8:26pm |
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