#AskPaulKirtley 92 – Sharpening, Sleep Systems, Smaller Bushcraft Knives & Wearing Waterproofs To Bed
In this episode of #AskPaulKirtley, I answer a series of practical questions covering gear care, camp comfort, and tool use. I start with how to keep your waterproof jackets and trousers performing properly, then move on to choosing and adapting sleep systems for different conditions—from hammocks in the tropics to bivvy bags in the snow.
I also explain how to tell when your knife needs sharpening, why stropping isn’t always enough, and the reasoning behind smaller bushcraft knives such as the PK2.
Finally, I address the idea of wearing waterproofs to bed…does it really help, or just leave you damp and cold? As always, my aim is to share what works in the field, based on my experience, not just theory.
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Always a pleasure…Keep everything coming!