Weight is a concern ...

I bought a "shoulder holster" (to carry money, passport etc) at Ray's Outdoors - with that, an ankle purse and a waist bag I reckon that I should be able to preserve some of my valuables from any marauding thugs. Of course, knowing my luck I will fall into some cold water and everything will get soaked beyond redemption ...

Bedourie Ovens are heavier than I thought they would be - I don't know why I am surprised at their weight, I used one all the time on my camel trek. So I didn't buy one. I'm going to get a set of hanging spring scales first so that I will know exactly what everything weighs. In any case, the Bedourie Oven wasn't in their sale, so there is no particular urgency to buy one.

I need to go again, though, to have a look at their solar chargers. I will probably end up buying one by mail-order, as there is a better selection, but it's always good to actually see and handle things before splashing out on them.

I need to decide what sort of "communication device" to get. Shall I get a laptop computer to download photos and write up my diary? Or a hand-held? If I do this, should I invest in wireless access?Should I merely carry a notebook and pen, and extra memory cards for my camera, and catch up with everything when I get access to the internet? Or would I be better off going for a Blackberry? Or is there a better solution for connectivity "on the move" when one is moving through sometimes-remote areas?

Suggestions welcome!