[pct-l] Pct-l Digest, Peanut Butter

[Bruce Randall]

I mix mine with dark Karo syrup and put it into an open bottom squeeze tube
I got at REI.




On Mon, Feb 15, 2010 at 10:57 AM, <pct-l-request at backcountry.net> wrote:

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>   1. Re: Peanut Butter (Gary Wright)
>   2. Food (Dave Potter)
>   3. Re: Peanut Butter (Kathryn Zimmerman)
>   4. Re: Pictures (dsaufley)
>   5. Re: Food (Kathryn Zimmerman)
>   6. Peanut Butter (Bradley Issler)
>   7. Re: New April Kickoff Auction Idea (hiker97 at aol.com)
>   8. Re: trail clothing (Kimberlie Dame)
>   9. Re: Peanut Butter (Jim Keener ( J J ))
>  10. Re: Peanut Butter (Thomas Jamrog)
>  11. Re: Peanut Butter (jason moores)
>  12. Re: [John Muir Trail] Heavier, Vibram soled boots...
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> Message: 1
> Date: Mon, 15 Feb 2010 12:31:25 -0500
> From: Gary Wright <at2002 at mac.com>
> Subject: Re: [pct-l] Peanut Butter
> To: "Jim Keener \( J J \)" <pct2010 at ridgetrailhiker.com>
> Cc: PCT MailingList <pct-l at backcountry.net>
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> On Feb 15, 2010, at 12:29 PM, Jim Keener ( J J ) wrote:
> > in a jar - heavy
>
> Some varieties come in plastic containers, which aren't too bad.
>
>
> ------------------------------
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> Message: 2
> Date: Mon, 15 Feb 2010 17:09:37 -0000
> From: "Dave Potter" <davepotter at webmail1.co.uk>
> Subject: [pct-l] Food
> To: <pct-l at backcountry.net>
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> Hi
>
> In his book 'The Man Who Walked Through Time' Colin Fletcher describes how
> he routinely added cold water to dehydrated food at the start of a days
> hiking so that they 'by dinner time' it would be rehydrated. Has anyone
> tried it, and does it work?
>
> Dave
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
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> Message: 3
> Date: Mon, 15 Feb 2010 12:33:45 -0500
> From: Kathryn Zimmerman <thebaglady07 at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [pct-l] Peanut Butter
> To: "Jim Keener ( J J )" <pct2010 at ridgetrailhiker.com>
> Cc: PCT MailingList <pct-l at backcountry.net>
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> a screw top specimen cup works great and holds about 3/4 cup of pb...I use
> the same for jam 'cause I'm a pb&j gal!
>
> ya gotta know someone who works in a lab.
>
> Bag Lady
>
> On Mon, Feb 15, 2010 at 12:29 PM, Jim Keener ( J J ) <
> pct2010 at ridgetrailhiker.com> wrote:
>
> > Greetings,
> >
> > My minimus.biz pack came today. All those condiments for enhancing
> > flavors. But no peanut butter.
> >
> > This might seem to be a silly question, but that has not stopped me
> before.
> > How do you carry peanut butter? I have carried it in a number of ways:
> >
> > in a jar - heavy
> > in a roll-up tube with plastic clip - opened; mess
> > in packets - expensive
> > in freezer bags - really messy
> >
> > Is there a better way?
> >
> > Walk well,
> > Jim Keener ( J J )
> > _________________
> >
> > jj at ridgetrailhiker.com
> >
> > http://trailjournals.com/jj2010/
> > http://ridgetrailhiker.com
> > http://olderhealthier.com
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
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> --
> - Kathryn
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> Message: 4
> Date: Mon, 15 Feb 2010 09:36:51 -0800
> From: "dsaufley" <dsaufley at sprynet.com>
> Subject: Re: [pct-l] Pictures
> To: "'Len Glassner'" <len5742 at gmail.com>
> Cc: pct-l at backcountry.net
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> > ****************************************************************
> >
> Now change the year to 2008 (miles 1235-1335 and 1600-1630 fire
> closures) and substitute 'Scott Williamson and Joe Kisner' for
> 'Elwood'.
>
> Food for thought.
> *****************************************************************
>
> Not at all the same situation.
>
> As I recall the account of the story, Scott and Joe did not brazenly go
> into
> a closed area past closure signs, or into a known closed area.  They took
> an
> seemingly okay (no posted or announced warnings) alternate around a fire
> and
> wound up in a closed area due to the extremely fast-moving active fire
> situation.  They came around the bend and into the fire fight.  They got
> splashed with water from the helicopter drop. They saw and spoke with many
> fire and law enforcement officials, who could have, if it had been
> warranted, fined or even arrested them.  Instead they were quite supportive
> and if I remember right, someone had their picture taken with Scott & Joe.
> So yes, they did go through a closed area, but the circumstances are not at
> all the same.
>
> I recall vividly in 2007 when the fires were burning outside of Kennedy
> Meadows.  They allowed hikers in, right past the smoldering fires and the
> fire crews on the ground.  At times, they closed the area.  It was easy to
> get caught in a closure in that situation.
>
> L-Rod
>
>
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> Message: 5
> Date: Mon, 15 Feb 2010 12:38:29 -0500
> From: Kathryn Zimmerman <thebaglady07 at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [pct-l] Food
> To: Dave Potter <davepotter at webmail1.co.uk>
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> Dave,
> I have friends who hiked the AT and they soaked their food - no stove - and
> loved it.  But it was a simple menu:  oatmeal soaked all night for
> breakfast
> (with dried fruit and nuts) and rice soaked 1/2 the day for dinner (with
> tuna or chicken and seasoned salt).  They got their variety in town.
>
> I tried it on a Grand Canyon hike and found I need variety and good tasting
> food.   This didn't do it for me.
>
> Bag Lady
>
>
>
>
> On Mon, Feb 15, 2010 at 12:09 PM, Dave Potter <davepotter at webmail1.co.uk
> >wrote:
>
> > Hi
> >
> > In his book 'The Man Who Walked Through Time' Colin Fletcher describes
> how
> > he routinely added cold water to dehydrated food at the start of a days
> > hiking so that they 'by dinner time' it would be rehydrated. Has anyone
> > tried it, and does it work?
> >
> > Dave
> >
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> --
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> Message: 6
> Date: Mon, 15 Feb 2010 09:41:05 -0800
> From: Bradley Issler <bradley.issler at gmail.com>
> Subject: [pct-l] Peanut Butter
> To: pct2010 at ridgetrailhiker.com, PCT-1 <pct-l at backcountry.net>
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> I tell ya, the best way to carry peanut butter, and the best quality too,
> is
> to invest in "Justin's Nut Butters."  They come in little squeeze packets
> and it is all organic.  He makes a Maple Almond butter that is off the
> hook.  You can look up the products on line and order it direct which is
> the
> least expensive.  They also sell the stuff at REI and Whole Foods.
>
> Last year, at kickoff, Justin sent me about 500 packs to pass out as
> samples.  I think most people who tried it would agree that it is the best!
> Maybe Justin will send me more this year to pass out.
>
> Jukebox.
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 7
> Date: Mon, 15 Feb 2010 12:40:56 -0500
> From: hiker97 at aol.com
> Subject: Re: [pct-l] New April Kickoff Auction Idea
> To: reinholdmetzger at cox.net
> Cc: Aaron.W.Sorensen at uscg.mil, losthiker at sisqtel.net,
>        lostonthecrest at hotmail.com, alshaver2000 at yahoo.com,
>        michael.popov at yahoo.com, montedodge at msn.com,
> pct-l at backcountry.net,
>        cyrillesoulas at yahoo.fr
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>
> Unsupported JMT Snow Bunny Reinhold wrote: Yes Switchback, You fit that
> "hulking, strapping, hiking male" image perfectly.  Hiker babes would pay a
> premium to have their way with you all the way to Canada.
> -------------------------------------------
> Switchback replies: Yes, this is true.  Many a hard core PCT hiking lady
> would love to have me as her indentured servant and Sherpa.  But this would
> deny the many others their dream of a Switchback boyfriend and hiking
> companion.  I must not disappoint the many for the benefit of the few.  We
> must keep the trail fair and equitable.
>
> Your humble servant --- Switchback the Trail Pirate
>
>
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> Message: 8
> Date: Mon, 15 Feb 2010 10:48:57 -0700
> From: Kimberlie Dame <kimberlie.dame at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [pct-l] trail clothing
> To: pct-l at backcountry.net
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> You guys are the best! Thanks for all of those leads! I think I have
> successfully ordered all I will need for this upcoming hike for about 1/3
> the cost I anticipated and without getting up at 3am every friday and
> saturday for yard sales!
>
> The leopard cami is coming but I'll leave the hot pink faux fur miniskirt
> in
> a bounce box in case the mood strikes :) Considering a kilt ( I am Scottish
> after all) ..
>
> Cheers ~
> Kimberlie
>
> "thenewnomads.com"
>
>
> ------------------------------
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> Message: 9
> Date: Mon, 15 Feb 2010 09:50:02 -0800
> From: "Jim Keener ( J J )" <pct2010 at ridgetrailhiker.com>
> Subject: Re: [pct-l] Peanut Butter
> To: Bradley Issler <bradley.issler at gmail.com>
> Cc: PCT-1 <pct-l at backcountry.net>
> Message-ID: <202211B0-5BF9-4CC8-A7E9-5D8DCE900CA6 at ridgetrailhiker.com>
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> Those look really good. Which ones did you like?
>
> Jim Keener ( J J )
> _________________
>
> jj at ridgetrailhiker.com
>
> http://trailjournals.com/jj2010/
> http://ridgetrailhiker.com
> http://olderhealthier.com
>
>
>
>
>
> On Feb 15, 2010, at 9:41 AM, Bradley Issler wrote:
>
> > I tell ya, the best way to carry peanut butter, and the best quality too,
> is to invest in "Justin's Nut Butters."  They come in little squeeze packets
> and it is all organic.  He makes a Maple Almond butter that is off the hook.
>  You can look up the products on line and order it direct which is the least
> expensive.  They also sell the stuff at REI and Whole Foods.
> >
> > Last year, at kickoff, Justin sent me about 500 packs to pass out as
> samples.  I think most people who tried it would agree that it is the best!
>  Maybe Justin will send me more this year to pass out.
> >
> > Jukebox.
>
>
>
> ------------------------------
>
> Message: 10
> Date: Mon, 15 Feb 2010 12:55:55 -0500
> From: Thomas Jamrog <balrog at midcoast.com>
> Subject: Re: [pct-l] Peanut Butter
> To: "Jim Keener ( J J )" <pct2010 at ridgetrailhiker.com>
> Cc: PCT MailingList <pct-l at backcountry.net>
> Message-ID: <A2D1FC42-99A0-4439-9DDA-13763B526296 at midcoast.com>
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> I like the Jif,  individually packaged in 2.5 oz.  winpaks, they come 4 or
> 6 together.  I use one for a lunch w/ triscuits.
> Uncle Tom
>
> Blogging about the Great Outdoors
> on http://tjamrog.wordpress.com ( hotlink)
>
> On Feb 15, 2010, at 12:29 PM, Jim Keener ( J J ) wrote:
>
> > Greetings,
> >
> > My minimus.biz pack came today. All those condiments for enhancing
> flavors. But no peanut butter.
> >
> > This might seem to be a silly question, but that has not stopped me
> before. How do you carry peanut butter? I have carried it in a number of
> ways:
> >
> > in a jar - heavy
> > in a roll-up tube with plastic clip - opened; mess
> > in packets - expensive
> > in freezer bags - really messy
> >
> > Is there a better way?
> >
> > Walk well,
> > Jim Keener ( J J )
> > _________________
> >
> > jj at ridgetrailhiker.com
> >
> > http://trailjournals.com/jj2010/
> > http://ridgetrailhiker.com
> > http://olderhealthier.com
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
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> Message: 11
> Date: Mon, 15 Feb 2010 10:57:23 -0700
> From: jason moores <jmmoores at hotmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [pct-l] Peanut Butter
> To: <pct-l at backcountry.net>
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>
> JJ,
>
> Place the desired amount of PB into a 1qt. zipplock, kneed into one corner,
> seal. When ready to use: cut off a 1/4 inch of the corner of the bag,
> squeeze out desired amount, store in a second bag. Cheaper and cleaner than
> a squeeze tube.
>
> This method is less effective when the PB is very cold but it still works.
>
> Jason
>
> > From: pct2010 at ridgetrailhiker.com
> > Date: Mon, 15 Feb 2010 09:29:57 -0800
> > To: pct-l at backcountry.net
> > Subject: [pct-l] Peanut Butter
> >
> > Greetings,
> >
> > My minimus.biz pack came today. All those condiments for enhancing
> flavors. But no peanut butter.
> >
> > This might seem to be a silly question, but that has not stopped me
> before. How do you carry peanut butter? I have carried it in a number of
> ways:
> >
> > in a jar - heavy
> > in a roll-up tube with plastic clip - opened; mess
> > in packets - expensive
> > in freezer bags - really messy
> >
> > Is there a better way?
> >
> > Walk well,
> > Jim Keener ( J J )
> > _________________
> >
> > jj at ridgetrailhiker.com
> >
> > http://trailjournals.com/jj2010/
> > http://ridgetrailhiker.com
> > http://olderhealthier.com
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
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> Message: 12
> Date: Mon, 15 Feb 2010 09:57:51 -0800
> From: <ned at mountaineducation.org>
> Subject: Re: [pct-l] [John Muir Trail] Heavier, Vibram soled boots...
> To: <johnmuirtrail at yahoogroups.com>
> Cc: PCT MailingList <pct-l at backcountry.net>
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> I wasn't paying attention to this thread when it started, but after reading
> "Peter's" comments, I had to chime in.
>
> First of all, what you wear on your feet is a highly personal choice, so
> get out on a trail that will provide the similar, rugged conditions you
> expect to find on the JMT, and see for yourself what styles and sizes work
> for you, both on the uphill and the down. Get to know how your feet respond
> to daily stomping with a thru pack. Will they spread out like in trail
> runners, do they need to be held in place with arch supports and leather
> uppers to prevent plantar fascitis, do you need to pre-condition your skin
> to toughen them up to prevent blisters, do you need a vertical heel wall
> because you need the "braking" ability to stop or slow down in gravel, sand,
> or snow, do you like a little more weight on your feet for "swing-weight" to
> get down the trail easier, maybe you just like the ankle support afforded by
> the high leather uppers, you need to ask your self these and questions like
> them so you can discover what is best for you--before you're on the trail
> for good, in pain, an
>  d must leave because you didn't figure this out earlier. As Peter said,
> you do not want to be way out there and suffering from ankle injuries,
> multiple blisters, tendonitis, fascitis, or any of the other foot maladies
> that all day trail pounding produces.
>
> Sure, weigh what others say about what worked for their feet, but be more
> knowledgeable about your own. It's your hike and this is where the rubber
> meets the trail....
>
>
> Ned Tibbits, Director
> Mountain Education
> South Lake Tahoe, Ca.
>    P: 888-996-8333
>    F: 530-541-1456
>    C: 530-721-1551
>    http://www.mountaineducation.org
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