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    Michael Landing
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    I just thought this would be a fun break from the norm and give some ideas to sometimes overlooked (or never thought of) items that make camping/hiking well… more fun for some. Please try to include pictures and short description while listing items.

    Guess I'll start it off by listing a few that I own or will own in the near future:



    Java Drip

    Model: GSI Outdoors Ultralight Java Drip
    Function: Drip coffeemaker
    Multiuse: Makes tea as well???
    Weight: 1/2 ounce
    Own: No
    Cool Factor: 5
    Useful Factor:



    Triad Stove

    Model: Vargo Titanium Triad Alcohol Backpacking Stove
    Function: Stove
    Multiuse: Esbit Stove
    Weight: 1 ounce
    Own: Yes
    Cool Factor: 4
    Useful Factor: 3 (Until I find a way to get better boiling times, still.. I won't give up on it)



    Microburst

    Model: Camp-Tek ultra-light Microburst Inflator
    Function: Inflate Bed
    Multiuse: Backup Batteries for head lamp, Airflow for Wood Burning Stoves, Inflate PackRafts?
    Weight: 1.6 ounce
    Own: No
    Cool Factor: 5
    Useful Factor: 5 (Hoping it is anyway)



    Wood Stove

    Model: Vargo Ti Hexagon Backpacking Wood Stove
    Function: Wood Stove
    Multiuse: Grilling (Flip it over to Grill), Baking with squishy cup
    Weight: 4.1 ounce
    Own: Yes
    Cool Factor: 5
    Useful Factor: 4 (-1 for wet wood?)



    Platypus

    Model: Platy Water Tank (Group Hikes)
    Function: Holds a lot of water
    Multiuse: Shower, clean dishes, put out camp fire, filter clean water for packs
    Weight: 4.1 ounce
    Own: Yes
    Cool Factor: 5
    Useful Factor: 5



    Packraft

    Model: Flyweightdesigns Packrafts
    Function: Mini inflatable boat
    Multiuse: No
    Weight: 2 LBS
    Own: No
    Cool Factor: 5
    Useful Factor: Crossing Rivers, Fishing.

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