Camp coffee makers?

grrlscout · Posted: 6/23/2004, 9:32 am Post subject:

I was just cruising the American Science & Surplus website, and came across that lil coffee maker thingie that they sell at REI. But this one is a buck. Sure you have to pay shipping, but I bet you'll find other things you want at SciPlus (especially in the containers section), so that'll make it worth it. At least, that how I rationalize it. Wink

http://www.sciplus.com/category.cfm?subsection=6&category=60

And who could live without a telescoping fork that rotates your marshmallow with the push of a button??

http://www.sciplus.com/category.cfm?subsection=8&category=89

Cynhikr · Joined: 09 Jan 2003 Posts: 1197 Location: Tempe, AZ.

THANKS!
Checked the link http://www.sciplus.com/singleItem.cfm?terms=9055&cartLogFrom=Search , and they say that they're TWO for $1.00.
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mike t · Joined: 04 Jan 2003 Posts: 175 Location: Gilbert, Az

I've hauled in something similar to this:
http://www.rei.com/online/store/ProductDisplay?storeId=8000&catalogId=40000008000&productId=432&parent_category_rn=4500495&vcat=REI_SEARCH
Just ask GTG. They're cheap, don't weigh much (as long as you get aluminum not stainless) and are useful for other tasks around camp. Plus everyone can share hot coffee at the same time and you can consolidate within the group as far as not bringing two of the same thing. Also you can pack alot of other little stuff inside it so it doesn't waste space in your pack. Tough to beat that little 2 for a buck thingy though.

Sande J · Posted: 6/23/2004, 7:22 pm Post subject:

Trishness · Posted: 6/29/2004, 11:35 pm Post subject:

I guess I'm just a spoiled girl when it comes to coffee. I like my beans fresh ground, brewed strong and with 1/2 & 1/2. I have a French Press here at home to make espresso but it's made of glass.......not good to take in a pack. So I opted for the REI lexan press and tried it tonight. It was a bit pricey but we're talking about a good cup of java here. Makes GREAT coffee! I'll never pack out the Folgers bags again~~~

Mr. Green

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MikeInFHAZ · Joined: 15 Feb 2004 Posts: 1401 Location: location location

Im just curious, Trish, how much does the REI version cost?
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grrlscout · Posted: 6/30/2004, 12:36 pm Post subject:

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grrlscout · Posted: 6/30/2004, 12:49 pm Post subject:

well, poo. I'm happy with my cheapie plastic screened in spoon thing anyhoo.

Trishness · Posted: 6/30/2004, 6:22 pm Post subject:

MikeInFHAZ · Joined: 15 Feb 2004 Posts: 1401 Location: location location

Trish, I know you already bought one, but check this out:
www.aabreecoffee.com/bonhugunfren.html
$12.95, no tax, free shipping!
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Trishness · Posted: 6/30/2004, 6:41 pm Post subject:

Mike,

That one actually looks kind of nice......but the one from REI comes with an insulated jacket to keep the coffee warm too. And it weighs next to nothing!

Mr. Green

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azhiker96 · Joined: 05 Jan 2003 Posts: 1419

I like to keep the weight down. I usually brew coffee in my cooking pot. No filter. Some of the grounds will float and they can be scooped off with a spoon. Most of them sink. Careful pouring will yield a great cup of joe with few chewables. If I'm going even lighter and it's cool out I just pack some chocolate covered coffee beans. Two or three will feed the caffiene habit. 6 or more will get you buzzed. Crazy

Hikngrl · Posted: 3/29/2005, 8:43 am Post subject: Re: java java java

desertgirl · Joined: 19 Jan 2003 Posts: 3350 Location: Chandler, AZ

1/2 OZ ? -- Just take instant coffee -- give you the buzz you crave!

1/2 OZ instant coffee Shocked

You can take those flavored instant coffee too -- seem to work. Personal preference is coffee pods ( Usually Starbucks but I am open to the esspresso pods -- smaller and less packing). If you are in camp -- you can dry the used pods out and save some weight
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