Recent content by geojag

A few months back I purchased an Anker EverFrost 40 from Amazon. They had a sale on and it seemed like a good deal to get into an electric fridge, with the bonus of having a self contained battery. I have used the fridge extensively while traveling, working, and camping. I have had zero...

I use the Scepter 10 and 20 L jugs, they have held up very well for years. I have a shaker siphon with a valve from JAGMTE that I set up at camp.

I have an ASR dynamic rope with dipped ends, never caused any issues for me. It may keep the eye open a little better, and prevent sediment being imbedded at the highest stress part of the rope. I imagine the coating would tear if there was any damage underneath.

I personally am not a fan of the Fiskars, but know they work well for a good many people. They are also a good choice for people who prefer to neglect their tools. I have a couple issues with the - the bit shape (can't fix this) and the edge. As @jbaucom mentions above, the bit is a wedge...

And the last evening meal on that float trip, chicken fajitas, dehydrated refried black beans, and Spanish rice (in covered pan keeping warm). Made to a burrito on flour tortillas but didn't get a picture of the final product.

Also on float trip, New York strips, greens, and mashed potatoes.

On same float trip, lamb shoulder chops, butter beans, and green beans.

On a canoe trip, my bastardized version of shepherds pie and naan bread.

I have found that you can open the air vent until it starts to drip and tighten it very slightly to stop the drip, you get a decent flow. If you can locate the can higher than what you are filling, JAGMTE makes an awesome accessory using a shaker siphon with a valve.

When using wool blankets in the cold, long fires were commonly used, with a tarp/shelter to reflect heat back in. Read Nessmuck or other early 20th century camping books and you will see keeping warm was a challenge. There was also a lot of snuggling.....

The mention of Bento boxes reminded me of Zebra pots. They are more of a lunch pail but commonly used to cook in. They come with plastic clips to hold the lid, but wire clips are available as well.

I recently picked up a PKGO. It is a bit bulky, and a little heavy, but I will take it on some trips. The lid has two cam latches for positive closure, and the lid can easily be removed to use the base as a fire pit.

On another thread, someone mentioned soaking beans in a pressure cooker. The seal isn't 100%, but with a little syran wrap over the vents it could be. GSI has a 3qt anodized pressure cooker I am thinking about.

Can't go wrong with steak. We have been making Philly chese steaks quite a bit.

Looking at Snow Peak on Ebay makes you realize how crazy some people are! Someone has a Baja Burner listed for over $500. Glad I got one when REI had them in stock.....