Recent content by Quentin

Haha well, it’s a solid start! To be fair, if you’re stockpiling beans, the bog roll becomes a strategic necessity. Priorities sorted!

Sounds like a proper adventure despite the weather! Did you actually enjoy the experience in the end, or was it just cold and wet?

Ah, I see. That shadow after 2pm is a bit of a pain for the solar charging. 8 months isn't too bad, but I totally get the dilemma—you definitely want to save the knees as much as possible! Hopefully, you won't have to go up there too often in bad weather.

Haha, the point about the ladder is definitely valid! Planning ahead for maintenance is always smart. The tether is a great idea—better safe than sorry, especially with a heavy pole and neighbors right there. As for the batteries/climbing issue: if you use high-quality Lithium ones (like...

You're welcome! Let me know how it goes over there.

Actually, that’s a pretty interesting question. I’d put it this way: there is an element of prepping in bushcraft, but there is no bushcraft in prepping. In bushcraft, the focus is on living in the woods with minimal gear and creating your own living conditions. Prepping, on the other hand, is...

Whoops, didn't catch the date! I was just browsing through and replying to topics that caught my eye.

Glad the drop-down idea helps! For the diagonals: Don't worry about cutting angles. It’s just extra work. You can absolutely just let the 95x45 overlap the post and bolt it through as is. Just use Coach Screws (Lag bolts) with a nice big washer. The washer will grip the wood tight even if it's...

Hi! Sounds like a solid plan, especially with that sea wind. Linking the two 3x3 posts with the diagonal 95x45s is a great move—it’ll create a rigid triangle and stop the Metposts from rocking under the mast load. For the drop-down gate brace, I’d just use a single heavy-duty coach bolt through...

To achieve a sophisticated coastal look without the 'beach bum' cliché, the key is restraint and 'visual cooling.' Since you're dealing with a hot climate, swap bright tropical colors for a muted, mineral palette—think 'Sea Salt' green or dusty slate blue paired with crisp white to keep the room...

I'd echo what others have said about the state of the trade, but regarding your specific technical issues. The 'wedging with batons of wood' in the valley is the biggest red flag here. Wood shrinks and rots. Once that happens, those tiles will slip into the valley and cause a blockage/leak. That...

Before you rent a machine or call pros, try the baking soda method. It’s cheap and safe for wool. Sprinkle a generous amount of baking soda over the entire rug (you might need a few boxes for a large rug), use a soft broom to push it slightly into the fibers, and let it sit overnight or even...

I wanted to see if there are other Bushcraft enthusiasts on the forum. I'm a Marine Engineer by trade, but my real passion is being outdoors. I love the practical side of bushcraft—whether it's modifying gear, building natural shelters, or just improvising solutions in the woods. It fits well...