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In this episide, Luke is going over why Fire Breaks are so important!
The DOD Outdoors Fire Break is a teepee-style fire break designed to be set up around a campfire or bonfire to improve safety and comfort. It blocks and redirects wind to stabilize the flame, helps prevent sparks and embers from blowing out of the fire area, and reflects radiant heat back toward campers to keep them warmer while they sit around the fire.
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There are 3 fire stands that are being offered by this company :
A 22 model which you see here
A 16.5” Model
And there is a tripod Version
Materials : Stainless Steel, Alloy Steel, Cheap polyester case with plastic zippers
Dimensions Stored : 13" x 3.6" x 3.6".
Dimensions Set Up : 22” leg to leg, 16.9” tall
Mesh Panel Measurements : 22” wide and long
Mesh Thickness : .96mm heat-resistant mesh
Weight capacity : I’m not 100% sure - the listing states two figures - 12lbs and 26lbs.
Around 12lbs makes sense to me considering the size of this stove - even getting 12lbs of wood on this would be an achievement. Getting 26lbs of wood would be almost impossible.
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Price : Super Expensive for the amount of fire starter that you get - $13
Weight : 2oz Can
Materials : I have no idea what they have used to make this; they claim it is nontoxic on the amazon listing but that’s not true. More on this point in a moment.
Versions : The company has different variations of this product which they claim works better in different conditions. For an example, this is the “winter blend” and it is designed to work in temps from -20F to 90F.
Fun Fact, the packaging says -10 but the web site says -20F. Some variants are designed…according to the company to work best in temps of 30F all the way up to 100F. Others are best up to 110F.
In other words, there is a ton of marketing Mumbai jumbo concerning this stuff. All of it, complete Bullshit.
Amazon Reviews : Before I purchased this product to review, I was considering it and while doing so I was looking at the reviews on Amazon and what stood out to me were two points;
This product has thousands and thousands of positive reviews But when you start going through those reviews there are tons and tons of negative reviews present.
I looked into this and used sites that analyze reviews on sites like amazon and this doesn’t surprise me at all; virtually all of the reviews on Amazon are completely fake.
The Amazon rating for this product is 4.5 stars but when the fake reviews are removed, it sits at 1.5 stars.
All sites that I used for analyze these reviews stated that the reviews present are highly deceptive, only 40% were legit and those are negative.
Review Pros : None! Don’t buy it.
Review Cons :
Company Claims :
The company states that this is non-toxic; that’s a lie and is again another example of the marketing BS from this company.
On the can, it states that this product and the chemicals used are known to cause cancer and that it should be used in well ventilated areas. Don’t breathe it in. Releases carbon monoxide.
Claims that it is totally waterproof
“Designed to burn through sleet, rain, wind, high altitudes, and a wide range of temperatures”
Wind Performance?
Quarter size dab - what does that mean? A quarter is flat …… maybe they mean a large size marble size
Company States - Stay safe out there without slowing yourself down with propane, complicated fire starters, or lighters that need to be recharged.
What does propane have to do with a fire starter? What is a complicated fire starter? Lighters that have to be recharged? There is so much wrong with all of this…..
The Company State - This fire starter fuel will burn in any weather or circumstances. Such broad claims are always BS!
This is a very expensive fire starter and I would not recommend this to anyone in any situation. Make up some cotton balls and Vaseline and you’ll be good to go. Buy this and you’re wasting your money.
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Versions : 3”, 1.75” : available at different sites
Price : $9 for the 20 1.75” pack $16 for a 3 pack of 3” long fuses.
I like the smaller pre-cut size myself and that is why I picked these up to take a look at.
Weight of container with 20 fuses : .8oz / 22g Weight of an individual fuse : so lightweight that i couldn’t get my scale to even read one.
Burn time : up to 10 minutes
Materials : Baddest Bee Fire Fuses are “Made in the USA” of 100% organic materials including beeswax, olive oil, spice/food based dyes, and cotton
Company Claims : “Baddest Bee Fire Fuses which provide users a weatherproof tinder that produces a strong, long-burning, breezeproof flame that is considerably larger, stronger, and longer burning than a flame produced by match or butane lighter.”
“Due to the low flash/ignition temperature of the materials and organic weatherproofing formula we use, our Baddest Bee Fire Fuses are extremely effective at igniting from sparks cast off flint striking tools in wet (and dry) conditions where forest floor tinders are too damp to ignite. Coupling this larger, longer burning flame with a bellowing tool gives users the opportunity to start a fire with wet fuels they wouldn’t normally be able to start.” - Epiphany Outdoors Site
“Baddest Bee Fire Fuses provide users weatherproof tinder that produces a 3"-5" flame for up to 10 minutes which is considerably larger and longer than a flame produced by match or butane lighter. Due to the low flash/ignition temperature of the materials and organic weatherproofing formula we use, the Baddest Bee Fire Fuses are extremely effective at igniting from sparks cast off flint striking tools in wet (and dry) conditions where forest floor tinders are too damp to ignite. Coupling this larger, longer burning flame with a bellowing tool gives users the opportunity to start a fire with wet fuels they wouldn’t normally be able to start.” KnifeCenter site
There are a number of claims there but they are also vague at the same time.
Weatherproof? What does that mean exactly? They go on to claim that these offer a breezeproof flame. Considerably larger, stronger and longer burning than a flame put out by a match or lighter.
extremely effective at igniting from sparks cast off of flint striking tools What classifies as a longer burning flame? Compared to what? A match? A lighter? A lighter is going to burn for longer than this and it won’t even be close.
Up to 10 minute burn time? (KnifeCenter information)
Pros : Small form factor Very low weight Good internal protection and storage thanks to the container Easy to open up the fibers and ignite Odorless Burn time?
Cons : The web page for this company doesn’t provide a lot of information about the products they sell and some of the claims sound more like marketing talk than anything else. They don’t state easy to discern information about weight, size, container information nor specific details about the overall burning characteristics of their products.
The company seems to offer products that aren’t offered on their own web site. The smaller 1.75” fuses are sold at KnifeCenter.
Pricey for the amount of fire starters that you receive; there are other wax based fire starter out there that burn for longer, put off a larger flame and are substantially less expensive. Not even talking about making your own…
Price : Price depends on the amount that you purchase, a 30 pack is $15, 80 is $30, 200 is $70
Weight and Length : 2.7g per plug - 1.5” long
Those are the retail prices, I’ve seen sale prices which are impressive.
Features : Rain or shine, wet or windy, start your fire with just a single spark and 100% waterproof Bigfoot Bushcraft Fire Plugs™.
With more than 5 minutes of burn time, you won't feel rushed to get your fire started. Made with our high performance JetFuel Wax Blend™ for hotter and stronger flames.
Materials : Cotton infused wax
5+ Minute Burn Time 10+ Year Shelf Life Weighs 2.7 grams per plug Waterproof & Windproof Non-Toxic Formula - But don’t use them in an enclosed place. Made in the USA in Colorado ……
Point : Don’t get this confused with another fire starter product; I did a quick search for this online and Bigfoot Fire Camp Fire Survival Aid 10ft popped up. This is a fire cord product that is similarly name but is a different product.
Comparable Products : When getting my notes together for this episode, I did come across similar products; some have similar prices but what I noticed was that some don’t burn for as long. Bigfoot Bushcraft claims 5 minutes while a few others that I saw would only burn for 60 seconds. Some stated 5 minutes as well.
There are a number of companies who make similar products; I don’t know who initially came up with this and who is copying who but I can say that there are a handful of these plugs out on the market. Some companies are less expensive than the Bigfoot Bushcraft version and include greater quantities for the money.
The Differences between these two Fuels is INSANE!
This is an Episode of VS and today we have Esbit (Hexamine) going up against the FireDragon Tablet. Both of these are fuel tablets that have been adopted by military forces all around the world; they are used to heating up meals, boiling water and to get fires going.
When comparing these fuels to each other, my MIND WAS BLOWN! I never expected such performance.....from one of them!
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What they are : Both of these are fuel tablets that have been adopted by military forces all around the world. They are used to heating up meals, boiling water and to get fires going.
FireDragon 27g Tablets Price : At the time of filming, $8.55 for 6 Tablets
Esbit 27g Tablets Price : $12.99 for 8 Tablets
…………………………… : Notable Differences : Esbit has a very strong odor; smells like shrimp and is so strong that you can smell it through the packaging.
FireDragon has a smell as well but it is more like an ethanol Alcohol smell.
FireDragon is non-toxic to burn and can be used inside of an enclosed space.
Hexamine is TOXIC and releases Cyanide.
FireDragon can be used as hand sanitizer
Fire Dragon is easy to ignite.
Hexamine takes more time to ignite.
FireDragon melts when ignited and fills the fuel chamber of stove being used.
Hexamine stays solid.
The flame to the FireDragon is extremely chaotic and can be rather dangerous; you really have to be careful using this product as it can shoot flames everywhere.
Hexamine is much more controlled when burning. …….. To get best performance from your stove and fuel : Use a lid - When you heat water in an open pot, some of the energy that could be raising the temperature of the liquid escapes with the vapor. But as long as more energy is being added to the water than is being lost with the vapor, the temperature will continue to rise until the water boils. Covering the pot prevents water vapor from escaping, enabling the temperature to rise more quickly.
Set your stove up off of the ground as the surface that you place your stove on will pull a fair amount of heat away from the pot or cup that you are heating.
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Today Luke is reviewing the Solo Stove Lite & 900ml Pot Combo.
What are the pros and cons?
Is it worth your hard earned money?
… Agenda Free Link : https://www.amazon.com/Solo-Stove-Pot-900-Combo/dp/B008W0MJJU Price : $105 on Amazon Weight Kit : 17.6oz (just over a pound in other words) Weight of Stove : 8.3 oz Weight of Pot : 8.6oz Weight of Storage Bags : .5oz Sizes : Multiple Sizes available for the stove and also for pots – but they aren’t available in kits. Individual Costs Lite Stove : $65 Individual Costs 900 Pot : $35 Materials : Both are made from 304 Stainless Steel Height of Stove : 5.7” Width of Stove : 4.25” Stove Features :
Gasifier Stove
The Lite operates on small twigs and sticks, or an alcohol burner, to fuel the fire while the air intake holes on the bottom pull air in towards the fuel source. While air is being pulled in, the double-wall construction allows air to be heated up and fed through the top vents providing an extra boost of pre-heated oxygen, creating a secondary combustion. With this, you’ll get a hotter fire with less smoke! Pot Features :
Easy to use lid with a rubber coated lift tab (lockable in the upright position)
Pour spout for easy pouring
Double fold out handles
Volume markings in oz and mL
Black nylon stuff sack with drawstring Stove Review Pros :
Excellent quality
Very efficient
Produces very little smoke even with damp materials
Easy to use and fun as well.
Reasonable size; not the smallest when it comes to gasifier stoves
Gasification process can begin quickly but it will depend on the dryness of your materials.
Enough storage bags are included so that there is very little noise when carrying the system together and you don’t have to worry about the inside of the pot getting dirty nor your gear.
I’ve had no issues in terms of quality with the storage bags Stove Review Cons :
Pot supports are slick and I have had issues with sliding pots; with this stove, having it on flat surface is very important.
The biggest con for this stove is price; yes the quality is excellent, the design is excellent, it is efficient but there are many gasifier stoves on the market today with many of them being less than $25.
This is a natural aspect of all wood burning stoves; it takes work and it takes time. Do you want to collect fuel and feed the stove; that is up to you. Such stoves are much slower to use than your average canister stove and that needs to be considered; for myself, when I am on the trail, there are times where I want to wake up, pack up, boil water for coffee and go but that isn’t going to happen with such a stove. You will have to collect unless you did so previously and take time feeding the stove until your water is ready to go.
Another con for such stoves is that efficiency will vary depending on numerous factors; you aren’t guaranteed to boil water at a certain time nor will you have a consistent level of heat throughout your cooking experience. It can be difficult to achieve a consistent hot flame.
Can be tricky to light – matches make this easier. If you materials aren’t bone dry, a fire starter will make your life easier; a cotton ball with Vaseline works well.
While the stove is efficient it will leave your pot very dirty and you need to be prepared for storing this in your pack.
You could always do the soap and water treatment trick for easier cleanup but you are making the pot slick which doesn’t bode well with an already slick system.
In windy situations, a wind screen is recommended as performance of the stove will be hindered in adverse conditions.
Weight : this isn’t going to be as light weight as some canister stoves and a can of fuel. Pot Pros and Cons :
Works well with the Solo Stove Lite; nestles without any issues
pour spout relieves steam as well as pouring liquid
Overall I really like the design of the pot and there isn’t much to complain about.
Handles can become hot, so be careful.
Good lid grab tab Summary :
All in all I really like the Solo Stove Lite; it’s a high quality product and is one of those which I have no problem recommending. The price is a bit high and this is not a product that is going to be for everyone and it will never replace the place of a canister stove.
Good for backpacking, camping, kayaking trips and even emergency use. Not well used for long distance hikers or those who want to go light and quick. Those in wet environments may not want to consider a different stove type.
This is my Adaptable Fire Kit – What I Carry, Why I Carry it and How it Changes.
What's in your kit and how is it different than mine? How does it change with each of your adventures?
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For this episode I wanted to talk about my fire kit and go over what I carry, why I carry it and how it often changes. With my kit, there are certain items which I just about always bring with me and with each trip I will alter specifically for that trip. For how I like to organize, my fire kit also includes my cook kit and cutlery.
Bag : Kifaru Ultralight Pullout Bag – (I have review on this kit if you search on my channel)
Pot : Toaks 750ml Titanium pot with bail handle
Cup : MSR Titan Cup
Some times : If Susie is going to be with me, I will add in an addition cup. If I am alone, I may put my stove inside of the cup to conserve space.
Wash Cloth : Inside the pot I usually keep a wash cloth; you’ll be surprised at how often one of these will come in handy. Use it to grab a hot pot, hot cup, use it to clean up your cookware, use it to clean up yourself, and so on. You can even use it to protect your tarp from a jagged stick in case of a rushed setup.
Paper Towel : 1 full paper towel cut in half; excellent for cleaning up, fire starter, and so on. There are million reasons to have a full sheet and it weights virtually nothing.
Tin Foil : This is a piece of foil which I always keep with me and can be used for many purposes including a wind screen, you can cook with it, you can use it as a lid to a pot, cup, etc.
Fire : I always make sure to have two forms of starting a fire – lighter and matches; there will be times when a simple lighter may not offer you the best solution for starting your fire or getting your stove going. For an example, lighting an alcohol stove can be a pain with a lighter but using a match can make it nice and easy.
Fire Starter : Generally I will carry with me a few of these Trioxanes just incase I want to get an easy fire going or if for some reason that I can’t use my canister stove and can heat up some water. An example of use is this; you are out of a trip and as you are setting up your tent, it rains for twenty minutes; everything is damp but not soaked; you can use one of these and get a fire going for the evening. Items like this are great for no fuss fires and there will be times when you simply are too tired to fool around and this makes fire possible easily
Wire : This is something that I always carry with me as I have found that it can serve many purposes; I can hang something from my pack with it, I can hang my pot over a fire or some trioxane, do a repair with it, etc. It weighs nothing at all and can potentially save your butt.
Bellows : This is a nice product to have with you especially if you live in locations that get a lot of rain; it can make the difference between having a fire and not having one and makes it nice and easy to develop lots of oxygen to your fire.
Ferro Rod : This is something that I just about always take with me on my trips- this is a back up to my backup. If you have some extra time, it can be fun to hone your skills and also, if you have children it can keep them entertained for hours and hours.
Cutlery : This is something that changes with every trip as I carry what I need for the specific trip that I can going on. If it is just me, there is no need for two spoons. If I’m only heating water for meals, I don’t need the spatula. Some times I may have a sharp food prep knife for cutting and processing.
Stoves :
WARM WEATHER : Butane stove such as the Soto G Stove ST-320 are great for warm weather use and can be pushed down to around 40ish F. This is a great stove, very efficient, fuel is super inexpensive. A Little heavy.
COOLER WEATHER : MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Deluxe and a small fuel canister. This version works slightly better in cooler temps than the Pocket Rocket 2 but not substantially so. What I really do appreciate is the integrated wind screen as it is a substantial improvement over the 2. Butane and Propane mix is a very common fuel type and really performs poorly when approaching freezing. You can warm a can before use but that only allows for good performance for a short period of time. In cold conditions, you can take your hands and place them on the can and you will notice a boost in performance. Note : I always keep the fuel in a ziplock bag just in case of spills.
COLD WEATHER : Stoves and Fuel Examples : Alcohol stove and fuel system which I may use for cold trips. The stand is from Mil-Tech, the stove itself is an Esbit spirit burner, the bottle is from Vargo and the fuel is plain Jane denatured alcohol. Alcohol is a great fuel for really cold conditions but it isn’t the most efficient of fuels and you may need a lot of it depending on the trip that you are going out on.
Sizes : This is the Large version but there is a small and medium available
Material : 1.5 mm thick chrome coated steel - Stainless Steel
Dimensions : 17.75" W 17.75" H 13"
SizeStowed : L 22" W 1.7" x H 25"
ContentsInclude : Fireplace and Nylon Case
MadeIn : Japan
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Attachments :
Base plates for ashes
Grill grates
And more.
By the way, any grill grate will work perfectly so if you want to save some money and go with a less expensive wire option you can. You can also use any sort of pan or plate to prevent the burning of grass, ground and containment.
Top notch quality – there are a lot of rinky dink fireplaces out on the market, this isn’t one.
Folds flat and can be stored basically anywhere
Lots of attachments available
The large size allows for you to loud the stove up with wood for warmth or control it for cooking
Offers level cooking surface
Excellent heat radiance
Because of the design, you can warm your feet as well as the body when sitting close to it.
Cons :
Very, very expensive.
Carry bag is nothing to write home about but it works. If you really fall in love with the stove, a canvas carry bag is available…..at a cost.
Summary :
With this stove, it does come at a price but for that price you are getting a product that will truly last a life time. It’s heavy duty, very well made and includes one of the best warranties in the business.
Out of the three sizes, my advice would be to go with the large size as it present you with the most options including larger pieces of wood.
After spending my hard earned money on this fire pit, would I do it again? Absolutely! It’s an incredibly well made piece of gear which offers you the perfect balance of portability, function and strong construction. All of which comes at a price!
In the past I reviewed the Sweetfire fire starters and for the most part this is the same product with the exception that this features a much larger section of ignition source material.
Made from sugarcane waste — Bagasse is a fibrous sugarcane by-product and is used around the world as a renewable biofuel. 20 individual ‘Points’ conveniently connected & ready to break-off and use. Each Point burns for 7 minutes each. Strikable tip, can be used with striker on box, eliminating need for matches. Infused with vegetable wax, UCO Sweetfire is good for the planet & great for every adventure.
This new Stormproof Sweetfire is not only sweet for your gear collection, it's sweet for the planet. Made from a sugarcane by-product called bagasse, this key ingredient is already used around the world as a renewable biofuel. Each of these match points (there are 20 per box) is infused with vegetable wax to allow for up to 7 minutes of burn time per each point. There's also no need to bring matches to light the Sweetfire as each match point has a strikeable tip that can conveniently be used with the striker on the box.
FEATURES
Made from sugarcane waste — Bagasse is a fibrous sugarcane by-product and is used around the world as a renewable biofuel.
20 individual ‘Points’ conveniently connected & ready to break-off and use.
Each Point burns for 7 minutes each.
Strikable tip, can be used with striker on box, eliminating need for matches.
Infused with vegetable wax, UCO Sweetfire is good for the planet & great for every adventure.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Package Dimensions: 5.5" x .75" x .4"
Packaged Weight: 4.9 oz. (82 g)
Pros :
split these in half to extend your uses.
Excellent run time
Small form factor.
Lightweight
Good price
Renewable resources
Are they windproof?
Can be ignited with a ferro rod.
They are no longer connected which makes it easier and quicker to use
Cons :
Not really waterproof – only the ignition source if waterproof.
Are they wind proof?
Doesn’t feature a strike anywhere tip
Requires a striker
Summery :
UCO took a good product and improved upon it and in my opinion there is no longer a need for the original sweet fire. It’s a long running fire starter; it’s not perfect but it’s certainly a product which can assist you a great deal in less than perfect conditions. There are many fire starters out there on the market with many being much worse than this.
FEATURES
Stormproof strikeable tip, can be used with included striker in bag, eliminating need for matches.
Made from sugarcane waste - bagasse is a fibrous sugarcane by-product and is used around the world as a renewable bio fuel.
Each Behemoth is 5.5" long.
SPECIFICATIONS
BurnTime: 15 mins/point
Weight: 0.8oz (23g) each
Dims: 5.5" x 0.75" x 0.4" (14 x 2 x 1 cm) each
Review :
My review for these are essentially the same as with the other stormproof sweetfire fire starters with the exception that this is much, much bigger. With the longer burn time comes expanded capabilities in nastier, wetter weather. This is not a fire starter for your average fire but those which involve a great deal of wet material.. Without a doubt there are situations which call for a fire starter like that but for most people it is less likely.
Good addition to any kit
Not waterproof.
Not windproof.
Great for perfect weather conditions.
Car camping
Hunting
Situations where you can do a better job at keeping them dry
Included : 3 piece fire starting kit – ferro rod, bellows, fire fuses
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This is a basic but highly functional fire kit which I can easily recommend. I reviewed the V3 pocket bellows a long time back and finally I’m able to get around to the review of the kit.
Light weight, watertight, acceptable price, good performance.
Received a handful of these for review purposes where I have been using one, I have this one for review and I ended up giving away two others away. One to a viewer and another to a friend of mine.
The Baddest Bees Fuses : The "Baddest Bees" tinder fuses work extremely well. Compact, waterproof, fast-starting, hot burning. But be sure to tease them apart into little fluffballs before trying to light them. In contrast, cotton balls impregnated with petroleum jelly (e.g. Vaseline) are also compact, waterproof, fast-starting , hot burning, and they last longer (all once you tease them apart into fluffballs), and can be made cheaply at home, but your hands get greasy when handling them. The Baddest Bees seem to be wax-impregnated, so there's no greasiness, and they're more compact than cotton balls (but don't burn as long). You choose.
These are great for getting the fire going; strike up, place tender and materials around it and go.
Would I purchase more of these; no as I can make my own fire starter..
Bellows : The bellows is very well made, sturdy, and works extremely well. (Works well for fires in fireplaces too, but a little short for that use.) Buy it, carry it, use it! It's long length keeps your face out of the fire and the smoke out of your eyes. Bellows can be purchased on its own for $12 and it is WORTH IT!
Extended it is 19" long
Collapsed approx 3.75"
Max width at base is 3/8"
Fire Steel : The fire steel is a pretty standard product. This one has a nice, ergonomic plastic handle. It's a little short, but then this is a compact kit. You can easily get longer ones if desired.
The fire steel striker has serrations on the short end. I found it awkward to use the end, but it strikes easily along the long edge.
The striker is a bit flimsy in my opinion but you can put your own in there if you like.
Container : is awesome – 5.5 inches long. A little over an 1 wide.
Plenty long enough for the included items and anything else that you may want to add. Steel wool, magnesium shavings, or even a small lighter.
The smaller container is also watertight and once you run out of fuses you can purchase more or you fill it with something else such as Magnesium shavings.
The star of the kit in my opinion is the V3 pocket bellows and the waterproof continer which is comes in. In my opinion, it is well worth the money especially in regards to the Bellow.. The bellows are of very good construction and made of 300 series stainless steel.
This is perfect for backpackers and bushcrafter; just awesome
Great for getting a fire going.
Great when working with wet materials
Great for getting a fire going in the morning with only embers.
Price on Amazon : $7.30
Price on UCO : $5.99
Weight Per Package : 4.7oz
Weight per Match : .2 of an oz
5 tenders are 1oz
Tip : Light and then hold at a downward angel to light the others sides
The Sweetfire Strikeable Fire Starter is not only sweet for your gear collection, it's sweet for the planet. Made from a sugarcane by-product called bagasse, this key ingredient is already used around the world as a renewable biofuel. Each of these match points (there are 20 per box) is infused with vegetable wax to allow for up to 7 minutes of burn time per each point. There's also no need to bring matches to light the Sweetfire as each match point has a strikeable tip that can conveniently be used with the striker on the box.
It’s not a match but rather a strikeable fire starter and therefore bridges functions between a match and a compressed fiber fire starter
Pros :
Small form factor
In the right conditions they can burn for a long time.
Can carry many without much added weight
No strong odor like some similar products
Easy start for a fire or wood stove (good weather)
Long burn time – UCO claims 7 minutes and I have gotten up to 10 with my testing. When pushing passed the 6 minute or so mark the flame isn’t very hot or effective.
Burns when wet and in rain/snow
Environmentally sustainable product
Can be lit with a ferro rod if you take the time to scrap some of the fuel into a pile.
Can be lit with a lighter
Cons :
Strike point is not waterproof and will get gummy if damp enough.
Match will absorb water if exposed and will fall apart…but can still be lighted with a lighter
No windproof – will need shelter in the wind
Not strike-anywhere
Cost/unit higher than alternatives
Uses :
For calm weather and for wood stoves, these are awesome. You could wake in the morning, grab one of these, throw it in your stove, put some wood on it and go brush your teeth, use the bathroom, then come back and your water is boiling.
These are great in good weather, not the best in rough conditions.
Recommendation :
Make the striking point storm proof as this would make the product much more usable
Great for perfect weather conditions.
Car camping
Hunting
Situations where you can do a better job at keeping them dry
When your outdoor adventure demands ingenuity as a survival skill, pack the Titan Stormproof Match Kit. The beefiest, longest-burning windproof and waterproof matches available, Titan matches incinerate the competition. Over four inches long and boasting a burn time of up to 25 seconds, each meaty match will fire up in the harshest of conditions, and will relight after being submerged in water.
These are the Titan version, there is a small version of these available
These are serious weather matches for when you need to get a fire going. You wouldn’t want to waste these lighting a candle but rather when it’s cold, wet and you want to release some immediate heat
Pros :
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Ready for bad weather
Waterproof
Will strike when wet
Light weight
Durable
Wind proof
Stay lit underwater
Very beefy Matches – very thick (1/8 of an inch)
Cons :
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Smells like polyurethane
Possibly too long for some people. If they are too long for you, there is a smaller version out there.
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Recommendation :
Perfect for prepper, Hiker, camper, hunter, emergency,
Funny Comments :
While getting my ducks in a row for this review I came across some funny statements made by individuals who have used these matches.
One individual stated that he should have never lit one of them in his house next to his smoke alarm as receive a promote visit from the fire department.
Another individual stated that he lit one in his home and now his house absolutely stinks like these matches. A follow-up comment to that was this; why would you like one of these in your home unless you wanted to burn it down.
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