Best camping dishes & utensils according to redditors
We found 301 Reddit comments discussing the best camping dishes & utensils. We ranked the 124 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 301 Reddit comments discussing the best camping dishes & utensils. We ranked the 124 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
Hydroflask water bottle $20
https://smile.amazon.com/Hydro-Flask-Insulated-Stainless-Standard/dp/B01ACATE9K/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1480146454&sr=8-1&keywords=hydro+flask+water+bottle
O-light brass keychain flashlight - $20
https://smile.amazon.com/Olight-Keychain-Flashlight-Variable-output-I3S-Bare/dp/B01H1HC1NI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1480146475&sr=8-1&keywords=olight+brass
Snowpeak titanium spork - $8
https://smile.amazon.com/Snow-Peak-SCT-004-Titanium-Spork/dp/B000AR2N76/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1480146497&sr=8-1&keywords=snow+peak+titanium+spork
Kershaw Chill pocket knife - $15
https://smile.amazon.com/Kershaw-3410-Chill-Pocket-Knife/dp/B002IVHQ5Q/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1480146513&sr=8-1&keywords=kershaw+chill
Leatherman Wingman - $30
https://www.amazon.com/Leatherman-Wingman-Multi-Tool-Stainless-Steel/dp/B005DI0XM4/ref=sr_1_1?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1480146546&sr=8-1&keywords=leatherman+wingman
Logitech G502 - $40
https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Proteus-Tunable-Customizable-910-004074/dp/B00IRHE892
Fisher space pen - $11
https://www.amazon.com/Fisher-Non-Reflective-Military-Cap-O-Matic-M4B/dp/B001E103CY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1480146580&sr=8-1&keywords=fisher+space+pen
Park Tool MT-1 bike tool (handy for many tasks) - $10
https://www.amazon.com/Park-Tool-MT-1-Rescue-Wrench/dp/B000OZ9WTQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1480146598&sr=8-1&keywords=park+tool+mt+1
This is the coolest bot I've ever seen...
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003SXGN7K/ref=s9_simh_gw_p79_d7_i1
Amazon has one for $15. I’ve broken several of my husband’s mugs so I’m known for ordering them from Amazon before telling him.
Community Troy and Abed Mug https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003SXGN7K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_a08dBbY3TGX1T
Fuck. I think I ordered the wrong one
Also a good option, the banana holder. I know there’s one out there that looks even more dildo like. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002A8HSXW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_vNJWDbENDCKKN
They’re still listed on Amazon from a third party for about $15 (plus another $5.50 shipping in the US).
Original AK mags for sale on Amazon...
I have been putting together these two Go Bags over the last month or so to store in each of my two cars.
The bags I used are Red Rock Outdoor Gear Rover Sling Pack (Coyote and Olive Drab)
They are probably about half finished at the moment, so this is the first tier update on the kits!
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Bag 1 Contents:
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Bag 2 Contents:
Let me know what you think!
Please check out our new subreddits /r/gobags and /r/bugoutbags!
problem solved
http://smile.amazon.com/Community-Troy-and-Abed-Mug/dp/B003SXGN7K?sa-no-redirect=1
20 dollars for a new one
Just double checked, looks like there are still a few left on amazon.
When I first went to college I avoided buying a silverware set for 2 years by purchasing a titanium spork.
http://www.amazon.com/TOAKS-SLV-01-Titanium-Spork/dp/B009AO19MK/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1405645971&sr=8-2&keywords=titanium+spork
Meh. Looks like a crappy Van Der Hagen brush to me. They go for around $5 a pop, and you can get a stainless steel mug like that for about the same price. Here's one for $5.73.
That means that you're basically paying $29 for the soap, burlap bag and sticker. Even if that soap is amazing, it still sounds like a terrible deal to me.
Get one of these, a cheap plastic container that holds a couple of slices of bread, and another small (2-3 oz.) container with a lid. It just takes a minute or two to throw a banana in the container (not necessary, but handy), a couple of slices of bread in their bin, and a nice scoop of peanut butter in the little container. Throw them in your bag and you have delicious sandwich makings. I used to live on these for breakfast between swim practice and 1^st hour. Protein, potassium, whole grain bread... yummm.
You're gonna need a saddle bag to dangle this off of:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009PUR72/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_f..ADbQWDW2RN
This is nice and I appreciate all the thought that went into it.
And yet, I find double-ended utensils annoying. If one end has good on it, it's awkward to use the other end.
I'd rather have this than this
You should buy a backpacking tent first and foremost. They're smaller and much lighter than a car camping tent most people have. I use the Eureka Spitfire 1-person and can set it up in just a couple minutes. Helpful when it's pouring rain. A three-season tent should be fine unless you plan on advancing into mountaineering quickly.
As far as food though, I hate cleaning in the backcountry so I pack tortillas (keep very well and doesn't matter if they get smushed in your pack), a jar of peanut butter, single serve packets of tuna, some granola/Clif bars and hot sauce(!!!). I usually stop by a large gas station and load up on condiments inside. It's glorious. Mayo, mustard, ketchup, salsa, relish, onions, hot sauce(!!!) all easy to dispose of and easy to use. If it's gonna be cold I'll bring my stove and a dehydrated meal or a cup of ramen. Also, if you go to Wal-Mart they have instant grit/oatmeal packets that are awesome for the morning. You can eat them right out of the packets and sprinkle a some bacon bits and trail mix inside, stir it up and call it gourmet.
Invest in a decent pair of hiking boots (mid-tops are best), a couple pair of wool socks, ditch ANY cotton gear you have and swap them out for synthetic clothing. Cotton does nothing to retain heat when wet. The only cotton I bring is for camp. Nothing like getting to camp and taking off your dirty clothes and change into a smooth cotton long sleeve. Athletic gear works fine and I usually just wear some compression shorts under my hiking pants. Although pricier, you should invest in what's considered a hard-shell jacket. It's a rain jacket that still is still breathable (vents out heat from underneath) while still keeping you dry. They're pretty pricey new as even the cheapest ones run at least $100. I buy mine used on eBay and retreat them with some DWR.
Ziploc bags are amazing for keeping things compartmentalized and dry. Don't skimp and buy cheap bags. I've had those break, rip, tear much more easily than Ziplocs.
Get a few carabiners as they come in handy all the time.
Learn to tie some basic knots.
Buy a pack cover for your backpack to keep out the rain. Preferably one with a small hole at the bottom to drain out any that happen to get inside.
If you can, don't try to save a few bucks and skimp on cheaper gear. Most of the gear you buy now will last you for many many years. I made the mistake of buying some cheaper gear and had to replace a fair portion of it relatively soon. Mainly a good weatherproof headlamp... I went through a couple of those.
Lastly, join a local Facebook group consisting of other hikers/backpackers. Use it as a resource to find out about current trail conditions and such. Can also ask them about suggested backpacking trips that are easy for beginners around the area.
Happy trails!
And buy this spork.
Get you're self one these super light and solid stoves only $17. I've had one going for over a year now with no issues, I know folks who have had them for longer. Then find a titanium pot and spork. I really like this one. There are cheaper ones but titanium is the way to go. Save money with the cheap stove and get the light weight pot instead. This set up is all you need and will save you weight and allow you to carry more camera gear.
same mug but on amazon I've been using the mug for two years and love it.
My random stuff for Disney packing list:
-Advil
-Spare Pair of Sneakers (for post afternoon rain if you get caught)
-USB Charging Hub
-Spare pair of Glasses
-Spare pair of Sunglasses
-Spork
-Extra pair of socks for each day (If you don't take a mid day break, trust me this changes EVERYTHING)
-Portable Phone Charger
Personally I prefer tactical spork over polymer spork.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0030IRKHA/ref=as_li_ss_til?tag=sayuncle-20&camp=0&creative=0&linkCode=as4&creativeASIN=B0030IRKHA&adid=19G42H90QM4TBQWS7T6A
The reliability of those 'tuperware' sporks can't be compared to steel. The quality of the tactical spork is obvious if you can get one in your hand.
Thanks u/keananmusic, I forgot the spoon/spork! If you don't have one already, may I suggest the polished bowl(spoon/spork)? I always felt like my regular one wasn't clean because of the texture.
PEREGRINE Banana Saver, Yellow https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002A8HSXW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_rHE3DbC46P3FG
This is the thing you need. Looks stupid, works perfectly. I love mine. I can throw a banana in my backpack or pannier or purse and have it be in pristine condition when I arrive at work. Rarely find a banana it doesn't fit. Don't go with the other designs for this purpose, they're no good.
It probably wasn't silver purely for the sake of elegance. Silver is easier to work with than a lot of other metals - cuts easy, forms easy, solders easy, etc., and it's sturdy (assuming it's not pure silver), corrosion-resistant, and safe to use as an eating utensil. That makes it a likely candidate for a small, fairly intricate, hand-made thing like this.
edit to add
People still buy travel utensils. Titanium sporks are really popular right now - here's a more modern, mass-produced and non-artisan version of the same thing: https://www.amazon.com/TOAKS-Titanium-Folding-Spork/dp/B00GLD8SYA/ . Back then, they'd have even more importance, because a person might spend days between towns on even a routine journey. This particular one is cool because it'd easily fit in a pocket, stay clean in its case, be light-weight (every ounce counts when you're carrying your own gear), etc.
It's made to look like a classic Coleman camping mug.
You kids need to get to the outdoors more...
So this is what I have with me usually when going to work. Which is a 1h journey by high speed train, crossing an international border.
Link to highres picture What addition would compliment this EDC?
A serrated Spork. Dead handy for feeding yourself with.
Yours here at Amazon for 54 pence a go. It even comes in lots of funky colours for you to pick from.
EDIT: They're also sometimes called foons.
That sounds almost too good to be true. Or, too true to be good. I'd like to upgrade from my Stanley, but having to wait THAT long to drink my coffee isn't ideal.
The prices listed on that page are not that different than more established brands (Evernew, Toaks, Vargo, Snowpeak) on Amazon.
As an example: 450 ml Toaks titanium cup vs 400 ml Keith cup w/ lid
In case any of you wanted a mug like this https://www.amazon.com/Coleman-12-oz-Enamel-Mug/dp/B0009PUR72
> Plus I planned to be without for a month and how do you make instant coffee without hot water?
I've heated water over candles before to make coffee. If those little tea light candles can make potpourri simmer... they can make water hot enough for coffee. Those old school metal camping cups work well for this. https://www.amazon.com/Coleman-12-oz-Enamel-Mug/dp/B0009PUR72
I got me one of these, and it is easy to eat out of MH pouch for sure.
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https://www.amazon.com/TOAKS-Titanium-Handle-Spork-Polished/dp/B01M69WHEA/ref=sr_1_4?crid=2TBF32Y81P22I&keywords=long+handle+titanium+spoon&qid=1554865669&s=gateway&sprefix=long+handle+tita%2Caps%2C332&sr=8-4
Titanium Spork
THIS burner works with Jetboil or any other similar isobutane can.
THIS saw will make gathering firewood easy.
I also like wqax based fire starters like THIS
Well that can be a long list... here goes though:
Water
Dehydrated food
Cooking utensils (I just bring a small pot/cup and a spork personally)
Stove
Sleeping bag
Tent (two pound, two person from Big 5)
550 paracord
2 tarps
Katadyn base camp filter
Sunshade for camping pad
Multi-tool
Compass
Map
Lighter & matches
Water purifying tablets
I'm sure I'm leaving a few things off, but those are several of the basics
There is always Toaks here. I have some of their stuff and thus far it's been good. I also have some Vargo stuff and in a blind test, unless the finish was messed up, I don't think I could tell the difference.
Another possible brand to look at is Optimus. They have some cute all-in-one kits that I've thought about in the past.
I call it a Sporfe, use one with my lunch every day, and yes they exist
(If you look really carefully there's a little serrated knife on the side of the fork...)
Sorry I forgot to say its a nice kit. Maybe some utensils would help to something like this:
http://www.amazon.com/Columbia-River-Knife-Tool-9100C/dp/B0030IRKHA/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1369081554&sr=8-9&keywords=titanium+spork
Lightweight and easy to clean. You just need a carabiner to attache it to your belt, bag or bike: https://www.amazon.com/GSI-Outdoors-Infinity-Backpacker-Blue/dp/B00S4LJL02/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1519672923&sr=8-6&keywords=camping+mug
I use a 32 ox Hydro Flask for water: https://www.amazon.com/Hydro-Flask-Double-Insulated-Stainless/dp/B01ACAXB1W?ref=ast_p_pc_bs
Collapsible, silicone
0.7L TI, Usable on a stove, $35 (flash companion is 1L, $50-60)
0.45L smaller TI mug at $20
Or any other light-ish mug... GSI enamelware mugs are like $4. If you want to heat/rehydrate in succession, I'd recommend getting something with a lid, optionally double-walled/insulated so you don't need a cozy. Keep in mind if you get a double-walled mug, you won't be able to heat stuff up in it in a pinch.
Edit: Alternatively, if you and your wife are willing to share a pot, sell your flash cup and get a pot. More fuel efficient, less stuff to carry.
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This list includes a lot of awesome gear. If you can afford all of it, then more power to you, but there are places you can probably save money.
I notice you have four shirts. You probably only need two, even if one is for sleeping in. Same goes for pants/shorts.
The Evernew stacking set is a little weird. The pot is big enough for a solo hiker. The mug should be functional as a small pot, but that's not really necessary. I think you might be better off just buying a pot from them (and maybe going wide instead of tall), and then using your own mug if you wanted it.
The spork will break after heavy use; I also think it's available for like $3 at REI. Something like this is pretty popular among UL hikers, although I believe .4 oz is the standard.
You probably don't need both campsuds and Dr. Bronners.
You can replace the flask with a lighter container, although I'm not certain that something with similar character (plastic whiskey bottle) would be lighter.
You can probably save weight by replacing the reservoir with plastic bottles. If you like the drinking tube then you might consider getting one with smaller capacity.
The Sawyer Mini can be a real hassle to work with. Most people I know carry the Sawyer Squeeze, in spite of the slight extra weight.
The first aid kit might be excessive. I think this video gives interesting insight into trail med kits. I'm not saying it's right for everyone, but I've pretty much come to the same conclusions as him about what I need in my own first aid kit.
I personally wouldn't bother with the emergency bivy or the whistle, but that's just me. If you do want something along those lines, an emergency heat blanket would be lighter, and there are lighter whistles.
You don't need the flint and steel. You also don't need a leatherman, but it looks pretty light. It's tough to find a knife under 1 oz, so I figure you might as well stick with it.
I notice the Zpacks toothbrush/paste is still heavier than the lowtech method of cutting a toothbrush in half and drying out drops of toothpaste.
You don't need the paper towels, just use TP. You also don't need very much TP.
Some things you might consider adding are a charger for the nexus 6, local map (maybe compass), Leukotape, bear bag & line.
I'm also going to disagree with some of the advice in this thread. I don't think freeze dried food is a good option. It's a real money sink, and there are plenty of lightweight foods you can get right at the grocery store. Crocs are popular camp shoes because they are amazing camp shoes - they weigh a little more because they are very cushiony.
It's the best option I've ever seen for a camping utensil. And for 7 bucks, they are perfect Christmas gifts for my coworkers who all enjoy camping.
Consider this retarded thing:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00L29FLC0/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_awd_x_NK4Zxb44BESEE
What use is having the "blade" as the side of the fork. Not that it's sharp, but why would I want to stick a serrated "blade" in my mouth. And what am I supposed to do, hold what I'm cutting down on the plate with my hand? That means I have to pack a spare fork. Or maybe I'm supposed to have two of them. Then when im not cutting my cheek open, I can help out the band at the camp fire by playing the spoons!
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B01M69WHEA/
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I keep this at work, and use it every day to eat my lunches. Great for eating lunch out of a mason jar.
OK, you're an experienced dayhiker, no gear, starting from scratch. Got it.
Two weeks is a really short lead time, but we can get this done.
Quick and dirty:
With that in mind, [the Mariposa] (https://www.gossamergear.com/products/mariposa-60-lightweight-backpack) is Gossamer Gear's best selling pack for a reason: it's very comfortable. It can carry a little extra weight without trouble, and it can be loaded from very small loads (the main bag is only about 35 L) all the way to about 60 + L. And it's a decent weight, at around 31 ounces. There are some very experienced Ul through-hikers that love this pack.
There will be disagreement on literally every single item I posted above, and they will be perfectly legitimate arguments. As I said, these are just some "quick and dirty" (and commonly used) UL options to get you started.
Damnit... I just got back from Taco Bell and did not collect a single spork. I hang my head in shame (but only the one on the right).
edit: problem solved: https://www.amazon.com/Snow-Peak-SCT-004-Titanium-Spork/dp/B000AR2N76/
A possible solution might be to learn to use chopsticks and get a stainless-steel pair of those.
Knives and Forks can go in luggage just no knives in carry-on. I'm doing some research as I post this since I'm kind of curious about doing this myself now. Apparently forks are ok but "The final decision is up to the TSA agent" which doesn't bode well, imo.
I also found these, I think I might get one for my travels. Not sure about that coating though, sounds like black is teflon and the other colors are something I've never heard of.
Short Spork Keychain Tool
And A Full Sized One
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and it's only ten bucks!
All these questions really hit home in terms of what your use scenario is. I have a coffee press on my stove so I make my coffee and pour it into a mug. If I had to heat it in the mug I would need metal with a handle for sure. I have a cheap GSI mug and it weighs next to nothing. I also paid nothing for it. Here it is on Amazon. GSI-Mug I also have a titanium mug, very light, but it also doesn't retain heat very well. My coffee gets cold so that thing now sits in storage.
weight: 3.5 oz.
http://www.amazon.com/Community-Troy-and-Abed-Mug/dp/B003SXGN7K
http://www.amazon.com/Community-Troy-and-Abed-Mug/dp/B003SXGN7K/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1346392348&sr=8-1&keywords=troy+and+abed+in+the+morning+mug
Oui, c'est comme ça que tu te retrouves avec des économiseurs de faucon pélerin.
Titanium Spork
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Snow-Peak-Spork-titanium-cutlery/dp/B000AR2N76/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1381148848&sr=8-1&keywords=titanium+spork+snow+peak
That one is real good on the cheap. For $4 more you get graduations and foldable handles which I like: Olicamp Aluminum Mug, $11
I'm the type of asshole that went and bought a $9 spork to keep in my car because of a similar situation.
Here is a simple setup for $60 on Amazon:
A 4oz fuel canister and the stove will nest into the pot, the spoon is too long.
here is one from Amazon. However, the ones we have are from ThinkGeek
It was part of the little orange bag that holds the spork.
Found it on Amazon! http://www.amazon.com/Banana-Saver-Inc/dp/B002A8HSXW/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1318612012&sr=8-2
http://www.amazon.com/Snow-Peak-SCT-004-Titanium-Spork/dp/B000AR2N76/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1317701116&sr=8-2
I use a fireant for my stove.
I carry a few ESBits in case it's too wet to burn twigs. A spork. And a pot and pan. Also a simple lightweight mug, I don't remember where I got it it's just a small steel mug. Everything but the stove fits in the pots. The stove folds up really small I just have it in my bag.
That spork is a cruel joke. Get a titanium long handle so you can get those delicious last bits of your dinner-in-a-bag without getting your hands all messy.
In that case, I'd recommend going as light-weight as you can. A set like the one in the photo will be fine for car camping, but too heavy for backpacking, especially multi-day. Here's what I take when backpacking:
Toaks titanium 700ml pot
BRS ultralight gas stove
Toaks titanium folding spork
And a 4 or 8oz gas canister like this one, depending on how long I'll be going for. Don't get the gas canisters online though, get them at a camping or outdoors store, they'll be cheaper.
Honestly, that's all I need for solo backpacking. If you're backpacking with other people, you would maybe need a bigger pot (like 800 or 900ml), but I prefer to use the smaller one and make batches of food if need be. If I'm going car camping, I can bring more stuff as needed (cups, mugs, bowls, etc).
You don't need to get the exact items I have, but basically just ask for a simple, ideally ultralight gas canister stove, cooking pot (ideally titanium, not stainless steel), and a lightweight spork.
I also don't think you need tupperware unless you're car camping. When I backpack, I bring primarily dried foods that require not much cooking (asian style noodles, oatmeal, couscous, etc), and augment with some packaged tuna or chicken (in a bag, not a can) and spices. You can browse through /r/trailmeals for inspiration on cooking while camping.
First, foremost and most important: read the survival guide. Don't read it casually. Read it like your life depends on it. http://survival.burningman.com/
All our welcome. Not everyone is 20 and beautiful and drunk. Some are. I frankly like the fatter, older, wrinklier crowd more.
And here is what I sent today to the newbies in my camp. A shopping list of sorts:
for the newbies. Here are some things I can't live without at Burning man. You will find there are many different versions/opinions/etc. But this is what I use.
Camelbak:
You MUST carry water and several other items. Combing these into a backpack makes sense to me. We'll tag it with the camp locale when we get it so if it gets lost it has a chance of returning. Cheap ones tend to leak, so I recommend name brand on this: http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_sc_1_8?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=camelbak+hydration+pack&sprefix=camelbac%2Caps%2C310
Eye protection:
I hate goggles. Other people like them. I have tried many types. They all fog. So last time I started using very close fitting sunglasses type deal and it was awesome. For sure not as sealed, but I will trade that for eye sweat and fog. Whatever you pick, bring multiple pairs. Do not leave camp without these. Dust storms are real. I like something that's clear for night and shaded for day
http://www.amazon.com/3M-Virtua-Protective-Eyewear-11872-00000-20/dp/B00AEXKR4C/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1404329889&sr=8-6&keywords=protective+glasses
Ooh a 6 pack: http://www.amazon.com/Eyewear-SR111AR-Reclus-Glasses-Reflective/dp/B002R9DBEE/ref=sr_1_16?ie=UTF8&qid=1404329916&sr=8-16&keywords=protective+glasses
Dust Mask:
You can use a bandana. You can use a keffiyeh (middle eastern scarf thing- the old school choice for desert protection) or you can use some form of mask- be it a disposable painters mask to a high tech respirator. This is another item you do not leave camp without and you bring multiple of (or multiple changes of filters)
I have one of these: playalung.com and like it.
Skin stuff:
Your skin will be pissed. You are walking in seriously alkaline powder. For sure we will buy the costco sized bucket of baby wipes and lotion (do your feet and naughty bits a MINIMUM of twice a day). If you have a favorite lotion etc, bring it. Group sunscreen and aloe will also be purchased. If you need chafe cream, bring it.
A cup:
People want to give you booze, or soup, or flavored water or something. They are not going to give you a cup, or silverware, or a plate. If you want those things. carry them. I usually can get away with just a cup.
I have something like this: http://www.amazon.com/Stainless-Coffee-Cup-Camping-Travel-3-5-diameter/dp/B005FJE5HA/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1404332088&sr=8-5&keywords=metal+camping+cup
carbabiner to outside of backpack and VOILA.
Ziplock bags:
You are responsible for your trash. If you have gross trash, you are still responsible for carrying back to camp with you. Have a ziplock in your backpack for this purpose. Putting tampons, poopy wipes etc in the porta-potties is ABSOLUTELY NOT OKAY. They go in your ziplock along with candy wrappers and grilled cheese smeared napkins.
Other stuff to carry/always have:
Hand sanitizer. There is often none at the portapotties. same goes for toliet paper.
Blinky stuff/lights. Half the fun of burning man is to get lost. Sometimes you wander for so long it's dark. If you are walking in the dark without lights on you you run a very good risk of getting hit by an art car. We call these people Darkwads and they are not looked on favorably. I often carry a bunch of glow bracelets for the express purpose of tagging darkwads for their own safety. Light your front and back at a minimum. Feel free to go crazy. More is better.
*Your bike lock. If you don't lock your bike, you will lose your bike. Then your ass is walking. And its far.
Medication: I bring a costco sized bottle of ibuprofen, benadryl and immodium to camp, as well as bandage stuff, some burn cream and blister treatments.
Ear Plugs: It's loud. Depending on where you camp maybe really loud. You probably want to sleep at some point. Bring some ear plugs.
Troy & Abed in the Morning Mug
The best part of waking up..
Oh girl, you just opened a can of worms. This is the same aesthetic I’ve been working on for months (also, you gave me lots of good ideas to add! Thanks!)
For our centerpieces, I’ve been playing around with the idea of ordering large blue enamel mugs to use as vases. These just SCREAM camping to me, and I will likely fill them with wildflowers. I’m also considering laying the mugs on a small stack of nature books or maps. I’m kind of going for a “side table in the first” vibe.
Mugs like these: https://www.amazon.com/Coleman-12-oz-Enamel-Mug/dp/B0009PUR72
I also love the idea of using lanterns. Not the trendy candle lanterns everyone is using right now, but legitimate camping lanterns. I think they could add a nice ruggedness.
I’m trying to find a way to incorporate this in a way that feels classy instead of tacky, but I am also considering using bandanas as napkins. The ones just about every hunter wears around his neck while out in the woods. This one can come off a little “cowboy” if you’re trying to avoid that.
I use my Mr. Tea Infuser
(28g) along with my GSI Infinity Mug (104g) and whatever normal stove I bring with me to heat the water. Works great for me. I also use a squirrel infuser from time to time when I'm feeling super naturey.
Titanium is the way to go.
Nope, I got it from the NBC store. But you can get it on Amazon. I added one to my own wishlist to remind myself to get myself a new one when I can xD Link!
http://www.amazon.com/Stainless-Steel-Collapsible-Emergency-Zone/dp/B005E0YS5E/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1420809210&sr=8-1&keywords=collapsing+mug
these are fun and portable, but they do rattle.
Definitely this. Although I'm obsessed with Community, I guess it is kind of unnecessary. But it is funny and awesome :)
Try doing a search for Montreal and/or Canada on /r/Coffee. I forget the names of the shops I found there the last time I did that search, but I was able to find both online vendors and certain shops that sold "third-wave" coffee gear.
> looking to buy little outdoor supplies like cups
I'm not sure what you mean by this. Have you looked at MEC? Do you mean something like this?
Or are you thinking of old-fashioned enamel ware stuff like this?
Don't forget to check out your local (or not-so-local) thrift shops for old-fashioned mugs.
To be fair, you did buy the "Troy and Abed in the Morning" mug (http://www.amazon.com/Community-Troy-and-Abed-Mug/dp/B003SXGN7K) soooooo that makes sense.
;)
Fire
Being able to make a hot drink or cook food can dramatically change the traveler’s budget. The simplest stove is a cat food can alcohol stove that you can make yourself. These will burn 50%, 70% and 90% alcohol commonly available in drug stores. Denatured 99% alcohol is found hardware and paint stores. Soot will accumulate on the bottom of the pot. These are best for boiling water for instant meals like ramen, oatmeal, instant mashed potatoes and just add boiling water packets like Knorr or Mountain house.
Canister hiking stoves use a fuel cartridge, provide instant fire and the ability to control the flame level. There are two thread types used by this kind of stove. Study yours before purchasing a canister so you get the right one.
If open fires are allowed in an area you are camping in and wind conditions permit, a campfire is a morale booster. All that is required is a safe area, a cigarette lighter or other ignition source, tinder such as dandelion seed heads or paper, kindling about the size of tooth pics to pencils and fuel. Dried animal dung has been used as fuel but it is not as pleasant as wood. Cooking usually requires coals. Make sure the fire is dead out before leaving the camp area.
A .5 liter metal mug made of stainless steel, aluminum or titanium will suffice for hot drinks and boiling water. A mess kit is available in various metals, sizes and prices also.
A folding knife, spoon or spork, chopsticks, P-38 GI can opener
I AM SICK AND TIRED OF MY BANANAS BEING SMUSHY WHEN I EAT THEM DURING LUNCH.
But if that doesn't count as a kitchen/food-y item, then these would be really nice :)
How easy was that?
The cheapest add-on item I have is just over $4, so feel free to leave me out if you like. It's on my default list. (It's a spork/multitool keychain.)
Light my Fire http://www.amazon.com/Light-Fire-Original-BPA-Free-Multi-Color/dp/B00BUIWK36/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1425951701&sr=8-4&keywords=light+my+fire
I hope this is right :)
then what is this?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005E0YS5E
You could use a dremel tool to make a dip or groove.
Purchases so far:
On the to-buy list, I'm hoping to get into ultralight + hammock camping for the summer:
Also do you guys have any recommendations for a warm-weather sleeping bag? I live in GA so past April, the lows only get into the 60-70 range on a "cold" night. I'm almost leaning towards Hammock + just a warm camp blanket. Any thoughts?
OP, toss one of these in your bag.
I've had four of these for years and they are great for camping, lunches at work, or just digging in to takeaway curry.
Mmmm, curry.
Check out the CRKT Eat'n Tool. I keep one on my EDC bag for when I forget to grab utensils when I grab a quick dinner somewhere.
https://www.amazon.com/Columbia-River-Knife-Tool-9100C/dp/B0030IRKHA
Its a freebie that I got a long time ago at some event. I think its actually one of these snowpeaks. But its been re-branded with the name of the company that was giving them away. Its funny how many times I have actually used it since I originally posted that picture. I packed it as sort of a joke/"just in case" thing . But its been very useful as a makeshift grilling spatula/fork/spoon for many impromptu beach grillings.
My favorite snack is cereal. Especially at night before I go to bed. The combination of sweet cereal and cold milk is just right before bedtime.
Because I'm such a HUGE fan of cereal, try to eat it when I go camping. [These] (http://www.amazon.com/Light-Fire-Original-BPA-Free-Assorted/dp/B00BUIWK36/ref=sr_1_2?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1408074966&sr=1-2) spork/knives would be great for cereal and so much more. They could even be used to Feed the pregnant lady.
Stanley Thermos
I had a similar issue with the spoons, so I bought these TOAKS Titanium Folding Sporks which work pretty well and fold up to fit nicely in the kit.
Lady, you're getting pretty buttsy lately, standing up, speaking out, and throwing around your vocab like you own the place.
Buttsy (adj.) - butt-sie - Someone who's got a lot of guts, some moxxy, and some passion.
I'm a butt, he's a butt, she's a butt, we're all butts, hey!
Here's a Troy and Abed mug, because Troy likes butt stuff. :p
Thanks for the contest!!
ordered it!! it's on its way! amazon link
I really really want it!
Science/Gardens: Because bugs
Writing: Because they are food like and cute
Movie: Its a classic
Book: Cuz its John Green
Spirituality: It smells nice
Art Supplies: I love deco paint pens
Math: Because they talk about science and math stuffs
Travel: Because you always need one
Food: You need to live out your childhood dreams sometimes
Nature/outdoors: Because Nature can be scary and filled with "Nope"
Fun stuff:
Just did a South Kaibab -> Bright Angel loop last month. It was a strenuous hike but entirely possible for 3 guys who did no training whatsoever before leaving. If you don't have your permits already in order it may be too late to go down legally, they generally book up months in advance; visit the park website for more information. The fine for camping without a permit is $50.
It's hard to say who your party consists of from your brief description but I'd recommend not taking kids <13 years on this hike.
The North Rim is a lot higher in elevation, therefor has worse weather, and in fact closes in late November.
Required gear is pretty standard but of course depends upon your route. Pack lots of water, some of the water sources freeze up and cannot be relied upon in winter.
It looks like from some of the posts that you'll be responsible for food. If you're only going to do a single overnight and stay/dine at Phantom Ranch, bring a bunch of light snacks otherwise definitely bring a stove because nothing is going to beat a hot meal on a cold day when you're exhausted. If you don't have one already I like my Jetboil. It's kind of pricey but it packs into itself and is only slightly larger than a travel coffee cup. If you need silverware, these sporks are the shit. They're durable and won't pierce anything in your pack.
Get nice socks (like smartwool) they'll reduce your likelihood of developing blisters and good hiking boots which ideally will be broken in. It sounds like you're pretty well experienced and have appropriate clothing.
Most importantly bring a camera. This hike is going to beautiful and fun. It's going to be a hike you won't forget but you're going to want to share your memory with other people. Have fun!
I'll remember that for next time. I've already packed it all away, but I might drag it out and take some pics. My foot is pretty banged up so it'll be a minute. But Ill give you a short list :)
Pack: Osprey Exos 58
Sleeping Bag: Teton Sports Tracker
Tent: ALPS Mountaineering Lynx 1
Tarp: Ultimate Survival Hex tarp
Mess kit: Mess kit and Mug
Water Filtration: Sawyer Mini
Tools/Defense: Note: Normally I would only take one knife, but I wasn't sure which I would prefer as they're two quite different blades. Ka-Bar Becker BK2, Condor Bushlore, and Bear Spray
Stove: MSR PocketRocket
First Aid: I had the Adventure Medical Kits Day Tripper, and then added to that with Celox and an Israeli Bandage
Trekking Poles: Cascade Mountain Tech CF with Cork Grips
In addition I had a few little things in a small kit; Ferro rod, duct tape, trail blazes, chemical water purifiers in case my Sawyer failed, bug spray, a small thing of sunscreen (which I didn't end up needing as it was overcast), deodorant, TP, etc.
You and me both. Smitty's sauce is pretty good. Get one of these and one of these and you are good to go.
This is pretty cool too, but completely useless for eating bbq. Mostly.
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Here is from the budget backpacker:
Stove: esbit is 6.3 oz with 6 fuel cubes (weight includes fuel) for <$11.00: http://www.amazon.com/Esbit-Ultralight-Folding-Pocket-Tablets/dp/B001C1UGVO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1462135828&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=esbit+stove
Pot: GSI stainless weighs 5 oz for <$10.50 http://www.amazon.com/GSI-Outdoors-Glacier-Stainless-Bottle/dp/B001LF3IB6/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1453225574&amp;sr=8-6&amp;keywords=backpacking+pot
Utensil: I use a standard aluminum fork and spoon because they weigh less than an ounce each, but you can also look at this:
Toaks titanium spork weighs 0.6 oz for <$9.00 http://www.amazon.com/TOAKS-SLV-01-Titanium-Spork/dp/B009AO19MK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1462136083&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=toaks+titanium+spork
Once again, not 100% ultralight, but pretty light weight and a good starting place for a beginner.
need to get a sponsorship with Snow Peak so you can give people incredibly durable useful utensils
this is my favorite coffee mug. I have a few. My reasoning is kind of stupid, but the tin mugs exchange heat pretty quickly compared to ceramic, and I don’t like my coffee piping hot, so when If comes out of my French press, I don’t have to wait as long to drink it when it’s in a tin camping mug
Rethink a heavy thermos. I brew a cup-drink it in this https://www.amazon.com/GSI-Outdoors-Infinity-Backpacker-Mug/dp/B00S4LJL02/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1539305590&amp;sr=8-3&amp;keywords=insulated%2Bcoffee%2Bmug%2Bhiking&amp;th=1
at camp with lid off-then if I want another I brew it in this pop lid on and start walking. Keeps it hot enough until it's gone.
This happened to me just last weekend with one of those sustainable paper cups. I tried adjusting the lid, but the fit was just a little too loose so coffee was collecting in the rim and going everywhere. Good think I usually use this mug, which doesn't leak even when left sideways inside a bag.
I really like the sawyer water filter. Whatever you get, the best thing you can do is fill up a 'dirty water' container in the middle of the lake, and use that to refill your gravity filter. Over 5 gallons starts to get tricky to bring back into the canoe. We tend to pour the filtered water directly into a container rather than use a 'clean' bag. Pro tip - if you are boiling water for cooking, you don't need to filter it. Just use that big jug of fairly clean water you pulled from a good distance from shore.
As a pot, a 9 cup coffee peculator works really well for just boiling water. Bonus as it also acts as a peculator - heat water in another pot, then poor over the filter/grinds rather than wait for a full boil to peculate. I'll usually pack a 600ml pot that heats smaller amounts of water and doubles as my coffee cup. Nice to have a single walled cup you can set on the fire grate.
For the morning oatmeal, I just pack in a paper bowl. Easy cleanup in the fire.
Depending on how many days, a canister style stove is hard to beat for groups of four. Longer trips, or trips with more people, a white gas stove starts to work out better. There is an entire cult around building beer can stoves, but they tend to be a bit slow for 4 hungry people.
We tend to do a fair bit of freeze dried foods when we go. A long handled spoon - either from a DQ malt or something fancy titanium works nicely for eating directly out of the bag. No real cleanup.
I'm packing in an $0.88 pizza pan as an aluminum surface to cook fish if it is over the fire, an aluminum foil pouch for in the fire. Semi-disposable Tupperware works nicely to keep crackers from getting crushed in a pack.
Going in this weekend as well. Will be in the bars in Ely the Friday night before. Possibly see you in that corner of the world!
link for the lazy. Here it is on Amazon
A [titanium spork] (http://www.amazon.com/TOAKS-Titanium-Folding-Spork/dp/B00GLD8SYA/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1419170776&amp;sr=8-7&amp;keywords=titanium+spork) to take camping.
Bake a batch of ginger cookies but decorate them in blue Royals outfits.
I'll go ahead and do the math for you.
Toaks 550 pot $30: http://www.amazon.com/TOAKS-Titanium-550ml-Pot/dp/B00CYA26BU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1421708767&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=toaks+550
Esbit stove $13.91: http://www.amazon.com/Esbit-Ultralight-Folding-Titanium-Tablets/dp/B002AQET2C/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1421708767&amp;sr=8-2&amp;keywords=toaks+550
Toaks spork $11: http://www.amazon.com/TOAKS-Titanium-Folding-Spork/dp/B00GLD8SYA/ref=sr_1_cc_2?s=aps&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1421708837&amp;sr=1-2-catcorr&amp;keywords=toaks+spork
Toaks windscreen $10.95: http://toaksoutdoor.com/windscreen.aspx
GRAND TOTAL WITHOUT SHIPPING: $65.86
SAVINGS: $65.86 - $48.99 = $16.87
Now let me ask you this. Would you be willing to light $16.87 on fire? If not, you do see the value here.
Worth noting that you can get the same mug (minus the Crowder branding, so... better) for less than $3 on Amazon.
We sometimes send black or kalamata olives. Our daughter also really likes snap peas.
Other fruit we send that you didn't mention - melon of all types, bananas (this banana holder does a good job keeping them from getting bruised:
http://smile.amazon.com/Peregrine-609230-Banana-Saver-Yellow/dp/B002A8HSXW )
dried apples, raisins, other dried fruit.
We use these 'packit' frozen lunch bags, that keep our daughters lunch cold enough until lunch time:
http://smile.amazon.com/PackIt-Freezable-Lunch-Closure-Ziggy/dp/B00IAY6HAA/
And we sent sliced carrots, peppers, and cucumbers with a little bit of ranch dressing or hummus in one of these:
http://smile.amazon.com/LunchBots-Proof-Condiment-Containers-1-5-Ounce/dp/B008AZ0RPU/
If you get the freezer lunch bag, you could also do yogurt tubes.
Roasted kale chips (lots of recipes online for these)
We make our own granola, and sometimes we send bags of that. You could probably find some decent granola to buy if you don't want to make it.
Thanks for the link! We actually already replaced them with pretty much exactly that, although not that specific one. That's what I would recommend too, although situationally this can actually work really well too: https://smile.amazon.com/CRKT-Spork-Outdoor-Multi-Tool/dp/B0030IRKHA
It was actually posted as a mallninja item a few days ago. It's one of those things that's stupid unless you have a very specific purpose for it and then it's incredibly useful.
quick edit: It does have the same problem with the tines being too small, but if you happen to have nuts and bolts of the included sizes on your gear, it can help a lot with that. The titanium spork you liked is probably overall better for most situations. The latter is really very situational.
Olicamp Spacer Saver Mug in Aluminum fits on the bottom of a Nalgene, so it would fit the smaller isobutane canisters no problem, and a stove on top of that, as long as it’s a small stove. Unsure about the Pocket Rocket. Isn’t that one that’s pretty tall, comparatively?
Four Dog Stoves sells a Ti lid for the Olicamp mug…OK, yes, it’s more expensive than the mug itself…
This is my setup, and it weighs 3.2 ounces. I’m not sure the exact volume the Olicamp holds. It has ounce markings to 20 ozs. I’ve pegged it at about 750mL, I think.
There are folding cups that are similar to this. They suck, and exist mostly for ease of toting in a backpack.
https://www.amazon.com/Collapsible-Camping-Grade-Stainless-Steel/dp/B005E0YS5E
I recommend just using different-sized mugs/cups instead.
I actually immediately bought one of these (snow peak i think) the first time I saw it because I thought
"oh man! wait until the archaeologists find this after i die! they will think the spork was the most valuable of utensils, what a great gag!"
I can't say I've really grown up at all since then but I have switched to using this spork instead as it is pretty handy, fun, and cheap.
[Icebreaker Underwear] (http://www.moosejaw.com/moosejaw/shop/product_Icebreaker-Men-s-Anatomica-Boxer-Brief-w-Fly_10224622_10208_10000001_-1_) is on sale at a few places for $24. And at $10 the [Snowpeak titanium spork] (http://www.amazon.com/Snow-Peak-SCT-004BL-Parent-Titanium-Spork/dp/B00GZJSJ9Y) is generally regarded as the best camping utensil money can buy.
I've got both of these. Both are great.
http://www.amazon.com/Light-My-Fire-Titanium-Spork/dp/B001E7S5BO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1381935479&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=titanium+spork
http://www.amazon.com/Snow-Peak-cutlery-Spork-titanium/dp/B000AR2N76/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1381935479&amp;sr=8-4&amp;keywords=titanium+spork
Better explanations are in the Imgur album, but heres a list of crap.
5A) 1952 Scheaffer Valiant
5B) Lamy Safari
6A) Karas Kustoms The Bolt
6B) Karas Kustoms Brass Render K
6C) Karas Kustoms Aluminum Render K
8A) Gerber Mini Paraframe(you can get this for $8 on this link)
8B) Leatherman C33Tx
8C) Winchester ?? Anniversary Edition Box Set
I just use [this] (http://www.amazon.com/Snow-Peak-SCT-004BL-Parent-Titanium-Spork/dp/B00GZJSJ9Y/ref=pd_sim_sg_2?ie=UTF8&amp;refRID=05BWWXY0GJ06AHHGA6N5).
Well there's always [these things] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B002A8HSXW/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1474936946&amp;sr=8-4&amp;pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&amp;keywords=banana+holder&amp;dpPl=1&amp;dpID=31NYtJiFFXL&amp;ref=plSrch)
Simple steel cup with a handle
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005FJE5HA/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s02?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
small enough if you get bad drinks
too small if you get good ones
no lid, so you might be an expert to drink and bike while bar hoping :P
Buy some carabiner to attach the cup to your belt/bag
Good tip: stick a copy of your ID on the side
Depends on what you want to cook. Do you just use boil n sit freeze dried packs? Then all you need is a nice mug really. I like this Olicamp because it's made so a Nalgene bottle fits in it to save space.
Kind of running a hybrid mashup of stuff.
Base is a GSI Halulite Microdualist and a Halulite Minimalist II and Snowpeak Sporks. I make a lot of my own jerky and backpacking food at this point (Cabela's Commercial dehydrator FTW). Hell of a lot cheaper than even buying bulk mountainhouse stuff. Plus I get more variety and better flavor. Backpacking Chef has some great resources for getting started.
For that price you won't be getting ultralight on the big 3: backpack, sleeping bag, and tent. Unfortunately those are the largest, heaviest, and most difficult to go light weight on a budget. The majority of the other items are pretty good UL gear. You can, for example, get a lighter titanium stove. It'll save you about 2oz and double the cost. Eventually the 2oz there and a few more oz here and there on a number of pieces of gear really add up so you may want to swap it out as you upgrade your gear over time. But for right now one in the price/weight range I suggested is really good ultra light weight bang for your buck.
That totals out at $365 and covers most of your bases of things you'll need to buy. Most everything else is going to be like soap, toothbrush, etc. which I'm assuming you already have. I really like the HikeLight 3-day camping checklist. You won't be able to get most (any?) of the gear on this list at your price range, but just make sure you have a comparable replacement. Yours will likely just be bigger and/or heavier than their suggested ones. http://hikelight.com/gearlist.html
Happy backpacking!
I'd avoid anything from AliExpress that I plan on putting in my mouth or cooking with.
A pretty commonly used spork is this one for $2. I've heard these do tend to break, so may be worth getting a couple.