I've realised there hasn't been a post since last month! So here's a wee update on what's been happening. To be honest not much has gone on but I have picked up two new touring related things.
Firstly, I took another step towards today's technology and got an HTC Wildfire S smartphone. It's currently locked to a specific network so it has never been used as a mobile phone but I can still make use of it's Internet-ness. Basically I'm using it as a tablet, but tablets are quite expensive. I've started using Endomondo to track walks and rides which is fun, if a little inaccurate. The phone meets my main touring requirement of being able to charge from my dynamo charger. I'll be using it on tour to get online, update the blog, do e-mails etc. As for a mobile phone, I'll continue to use my current cheap handset.
Secondly, I purchased the kettle for my Trangia stove which I bought used from Ebay and it didn't come with a kettle. There are two reasons I decided to go for the kettle. Firstly, pouring water into mugs is easier from the kettle than from the pot. Secondly, it can free up a pot to be used for something else whilst the water heats in the kettle. I'm still waiting on it arriving in the post; rest assured as soon as it arrives and I get the chance I'll be making a brew!
