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  • #31
    Re: Camping gear organization tips

    My wife gave me a pelican-type case, a fairly big one that totes my Polk Atrium waterproof speakers. They're fantastic cases indeed but their price point makes me gasp!
    “People have such a love for the truth that when they happen to love something else, they want it to be the truth; and because they do not wish to be proven wrong, they refuse to be shown their mistake. And so, they end up hating the truth for the sake of the object which they have come to love instead of the truth.”
    ―Augustine of Hippo, Fifth Century A.D.

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    • #32
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      If you are looking for something in an organizer box that is a little more weather proof than a train case and a little less spendy than a Pelican, the Engels cooler folk make a line of three moderately priced "cooler/dry box" containers -- around $50. These would make pretty mediocre coolers -- about one inch of styrofoam insulation, suitable as a day cooler. But, terrific storage boxes. Hard plastic shell, stainless steel latches, sealed top so they are 100% waterproof and will float. Single rececessed handle on top. Shoulder strap. Storage tray included, a second can be purchased separately. These seem to be popular for kayakers and ATVers, but would be great for camping organization. Not bear proof, but certainly small critter proof and rainproof.





      They make them in white or tan in three sizes. The two larger ones: 19 quart and 30 quart would be handy for camp kitchen organization:



      Austin Kayak seems to have the best prices and free shipping.

      A short video:

      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5KKr3ABx7RU

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      • #33
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        I use the 19 qt. Engel cooler/dry box when I go kayaking. I bought the second tray to throw my phone, car keys and camera in one and dry food in the other. In the bottom I toss a sandwich and frozen water bottles. It's a good cooler for the day and works excellent as a dry box.

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        • #34
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          We do totes. They fit amazingly well in the truck or the trunk of my Accord.

          We have one for cooking stuff. It holds cutting board, pot/iron skillet, dishes, and all utensils sit in the top (it has an insert that lifts out). It was $19 at walmart, but I can't find it on the website, sorry.

          We have one for "dry goods" (snacks, buns, pancake mix, food that isn't perishable).

          And we have one for miscellaneous crap. Extra stakes, lanterns, hammock, the kids' smaller tent, rope, sunscreen, etc.


          As for clothing, the kids each pack a backpack of their own. I pack a classic medium Alice Pack which also contains everyone's hygiene stuff, and BF packs a duffel bag that also contains everyone's towels.

          Sheets/blankets/pillows go in trash bags for truck trips, just in the car for car trips.
          Camping photos: https://www.instagram.com/adventure_outside_thebox/
          Nights under the stars:
          2013: 8 2014: 6 2015: 12
          2018: 4 2019: 17 2020: 15

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          • #35
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            Just finished packing all the bedding, towels, door mat and cloth rug; and one air mattress in two of those plastic zipper bags that quilts come in from department stores. Wish they'd compress down into one bag.
            Those Engel cases look useful, hwc!
            2017:

            July 3 to July 16- annual kiddo trip
            Aug 2 to Aug 14- adult trip to recover from kiddos' outing. Bring on the Campari!



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            • #36
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              Originally posted by NYCgrrl View Post
              Just finished packing all the bedding, towels, door mat and cloth rug; and one air mattress in two of those plastic zipper bags that quilts come in from department stores. Wish they'd compress down into one bag.
              Those Engel cases look useful, hwc!
              I have a battery powered pump for my air mattress that both inflates and deflates the mattress. I wonder if that would work on one of those space bags to compress your stuff into one bag.
              “I would feel more optimistic about a bright future for man if he spent less time proving that he can outwit Nature and more time tasting her sweetness and respecting her seniority.”
              – E. B. White

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              • #37
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                You know, that's worth trying and I've one as well. Right now I've placed dumbbell weights and a nightstand atop one of the bags and it looks as if it's pushing air out. 'Course the next part of the puzzle will be trying to push everything into that one bag and keeping the air out. Still if the pump works that problem will be resolved. Thanks for the good thunk!
                2017:

                July 3 to July 16- annual kiddo trip
                Aug 2 to Aug 14- adult trip to recover from kiddos' outing. Bring on the Campari!



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                • #38
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                  Originally posted by James. View Post
                  I have a battery powered pump for my air mattress that both inflates and deflates the mattress. I wonder if that would work on one of those space bags to compress your stuff into one bag.
                  If you're talking about the same kind of small 12 volt inflator/deflator I have, they really aren't powerful enough to compress anything in a space bag. They're high volume, low pressure, with nothing more than a paddle type fan inside. To compress clothing you need powerful suction like a vacuum cleaner.

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                  • #39
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                    Originally posted by MacGyver View Post
                    If you're talking about the same kind of small 12 volt inflator/deflator I have, they really aren't powerful enough to compress anything in a space bag. They're high volume, low pressure, with nothing more than a paddle type fan inside. To compress clothing you need powerful suction like a vacuum cleaner.

                    You're right:(; dinna work.
                    2017:

                    July 3 to July 16- annual kiddo trip
                    Aug 2 to Aug 14- adult trip to recover from kiddos' outing. Bring on the Campari!



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                    • #40
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                      Originally posted by NYCgrrl View Post
                      You're right:(; dinna work.
                      Now I am wondering if one of the hand pumps would work.

                      “I would feel more optimistic about a bright future for man if he spent less time proving that he can outwit Nature and more time tasting her sweetness and respecting her seniority.”
                      – E. B. White

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                      • #41
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                        Ok, maybe not that one....but I have one that both inflates and deflates.
                        “I would feel more optimistic about a bright future for man if he spent less time proving that he can outwit Nature and more time tasting her sweetness and respecting her seniority.”
                        – E. B. White

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                        • #42
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                          Originally posted by James. View Post
                          I have a battery powered pump for my air mattress that both inflates and deflates the mattress. I wonder if that would work on one of those space bags to compress your stuff into one bag.
                          Great idea! Use the lid from any plastic container and cut a hole in it to fit the vacuum pump and use it as an adapter.

                          -OR- You can buy space bags that allow you to squeeze air out of the bag rather than using a vacuum. They work pretty well, but not as good as a vacuum

                          Spend a little extra for better quality. For example, the Swiss Army knife brand (like the Victorinox knife) is good and pretty durable. The bags sold at Walmart in the travel good section is no good and will only last a couple times at the most

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                          • #43
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                            On the bright side lots of weight atop the packed plastic bag seems to being doing well. One of the packs is almost 50% smaller(be nice if I had enuf stuff to adequately weigh the other bag down). Gotta make sure the zipper is partially open so the air can escape. Now my brain is trying to figure out how to add the contents of one bag to the other w/o allowing too much air to enter. Duct tape?

                            Mike, those vacuum storage bags DO shrink stuff but good. My only prob is it's a "one way affair" errrr much like what I'm doing now, LOL. Great for travelling to a destination but if you've no vacuum for the return trip........
                            Haven't seen the bags you can hand squeeze but now I'll keep my eyes peeled for em!:cool:.
                            2017:

                            July 3 to July 16- annual kiddo trip
                            Aug 2 to Aug 14- adult trip to recover from kiddos' outing. Bring on the Campari!



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                            • #44
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                              I am LOVING all these tips! My mind is just reeling with ideas now.

                              NYCgrrl, I knew I had seen compressible "vacuum" bags somewhere, and found these:

                              http://www.amazon.com/Space-Compress...961092&sr=1-21

                              or

                              http://www.amazon.com/PACKs-Travel-S...961140&sr=1-39

                              These look like just the ticket, and don't require the vacuum!
                              Married to Longpants, Mom to Littlepants (9) and Tinypants (5). Love Camping in New England!

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                              • #45
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                                Originally posted by Shortpants View Post
                                I am LOVING all these tips! My mind is just reeling with ideas now.

                                NYCgrrl, I knew I had seen compressible "vacuum" bags somewhere, and found these:

                                http://www.amazon.com/Space-Compress...961092&sr=1-21

                                or

                                http://www.amazon.com/PACKs-Travel-S...961140&sr=1-39

                                These look like just the ticket, and don't require the vacuum!
                                I didn't know those existed. I might have to order a set.
                                “I would feel more optimistic about a bright future for man if he spent less time proving that he can outwit Nature and more time tasting her sweetness and respecting her seniority.”
                                – E. B. White

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