I'm not sure if this would be allowed on these forums but I'll put the idea forward anyway.
I often see fellow cachers (particularly on GC.COM) asking what bits and pieces others use for caching and where can they be obtained. One thing that crops up quite regularly is re-chargeable batteries. As we have a forum dedicated to 'Help Offered' how about a forum dedicated to 'Recommended Equipment/Suppliers'? Cachers can give details of good service and deals they have received or come across e.g. the recent posting about the cheap fares to the Isle of Wight. The forum could have sub categories (if the software will allow) each one having a separate category e.g. Travel, Batteries, Nettle Sting Treatment . I know these postings could be just added to the 'general' area but they will eventually fall out of sight. Far better that they are in a dedicated area that can easily be located and read.
I realise that there may be shouts of 'commercialism' etc, etc. but I do think this would be a useful facility for both new cachers and the older hands also. Let's spread the word when we receive good value and service and allow others to share in our good fortune.
What do you think?