Gadgetory

hi it's Ali from sea2summit and today we're going to be talking about hydration water is often overlooked when planning journeys despite the fact that it's vital for every outdoor pursuit because of this sea does someone have developed the pack tap a reliable water source for unreliable conditions pack taps come in four different sizes ranging from two litres through to 10 litres the entire range is built from 420 denier nylon which makes it very flexible as well as lightweight the entire range features a valve that can be used with just one hand as well as - our attachment points on every corner pack taps also feed to this convenient carry handle which can also be used to hang the tap when you get to camp or your lunch spot pack tap bladders are also replaceable and are built from a tough foil and plastic double layer system the best feature of the pack tap however is how much less cumbersome it is than filling multiple water bottles not to mention how much lighter hydration is a vital part of any outdoor pursuit and pack taps are versatile enough to be used on a day-trip mountain biking or a long-haul expedition where water sources are unreliable the best camp coffee for many it's an important morning ritual here's a few tips about making great tasting drip brewed coffee until now preparing drip coffee while camping has been anything but convenient but with the innovative GSI Java drips you can easily make a bold mud-free brew every time these simple portable drip coffee systems are excellent for backpacking camping and travel yes even at home you can enjoy a great cup of coffee starting off with fresh ground coffee is of utmost importance whole roasted beans ground to medium or fine coarseness using the GSI Java grind will get you off to a great start using this conical burr type grinder will properly release all of the trapped flavor of your beans for freshest tastes you'll want to only grind enough coffee for your immediate use let's start off with the GSI outdoors ultralight Java drip this simple and compact design weighs less than half an ounce the ultralight uses sturdy legs which attach to the rim of most cups to suspend the reusable Java filter above the already brewed coffee I've matched the ultralight with an insulated mug to keep my brew as warm as possible start with two tablespoons of medium to fine ground coffee for six fluid ounces of water or slowly to allow the water to filter through the coffee and continue to add water as necessary the ultralight Java drip is great for backpackers and travelers the reusable Java filter equates to a number four size and folds flat at a four inch diameter now let's move up and check out the bigger Java drips available in both 30 and 50 ounce sizes they're excellent for camping boat RV or up at the mountain cabin the 30 ounce uses a number for size filter the 50 ounce Java drip is excellent for larger groups it features a support handle and an oversized number six cone my favorite feature the reusable Java filter is a finely crafted mesh that cleans quickly between uses again will add two tablespoons of ground coffee for six fluid ounces of water allow your boiled water to cooled slightly it should be off boiling temperatures at 200 degrees you can experiment with the grind an amount of coffee to find the perfect combination to suit your taste once all the water's filtered through remove the drip cone and the coffee is ready to serve finally one of my favorites is the GSI outdoors collapsible Java drip this sturdy silicone bellows design drip cone holds a number four filter it collapses for packing to become a one inch thick by five inch diameter disc I've matched it here with the green collapsible fairshare mug it will also work well over a vacuum or a water bottle for stable spill free brewing so go brew a cup of drip brew coffee and discover your favorite blend enjoy hi it's Ali from set-aside and we're looking at the export range in particular the 1.3 liter X pot Kennedy this weighs in at 186 grams and collapses down to 35 millimeters with the increasing popularity of freeze-dried meals as well as the multitude of hot beverages available a kettle with a one liter boil capacity is perfect for a warm lunch on the side of a rainy trail even if freeze dry is not your style the xpac kettle has stable handles and a wide rim to allow you to cook rice or pasta really easily the X pot kettle bass is built from ultralight hardens six series aluminium this is then over modeled with food grade heat-resistant silicone which make up the walls of the pot the lid is built from a translucent bpa-free material which allows you to see the pot contents the handles on the X kettle are made from glass reinforced nylon 66 this makes them less susceptible to heat damage as well as providing support to the upper room and increasing control when pouring the X pot kettle is specifically designed to fit 2x mugs or 2 X cups making it great for the adventuring duo the X kettle then comfortably fits inside a 2.8 liter X pot making for a compact cooking system unlike most camping kettles that can be cumbersome and heavy the X kettle is lightweight and compact making it easy to tuck into a day pack the 1.3 liter X pot kettle makes for an easy solution to ultralight camping it's lightweight an innovative design makes it an easy addition to any adventure you