[pct-l] Going Stoveless

[Jim & Jane Moody]

Durable containers - I have used a couple of small Nalgene containers (125 ml & 250 ml capacity), but I found that a cleaned-out plastic peanut butter jar weighs only 35 gm and has capacity of about 350 ml. The larger Nalgene weighs 65 gm, about an ounce more for less capacity. 


Stoveless foods - Like Shroomer, I use dehydrated or freeze-dried meat and veggies (and cheese) and mix with a carb bought along the trail. The ones I have found that rehydrate best in cold water are instant mashed potatoes, black bean and refried bean mix (they're already seasoned, too), dried hummus mix, and stovetop stuffing. I have had less luck with instant rice and pasta, although folks who dehydrate their own rice and pasta dishes seems to have no problems with cold water rehydration. Just remember to start the next meal soaking early, 2 to 4 hours before time to eat. 


Mango 

----- Original Message -----
From: "Matt Parker" <zerosignal74 at comcast.net> 
To: pct-l at backcountry.net 
Sent: Sunday, May 26, 2013 9:50:18 PM 
Subject: [pct-l] Going Stoveless 

Hello All, 



What are durable lightweight containers for hydrating food? I bought some 
small Ziploc containers (710mL) and the seem to work quite well but I worry 
they may not be durable enough and the last thing I want is my gear soaked 
with wet soggy noodles if it breaks while I hike during hydration. 



Also, any ideas for stoveless foods would be greatly appreciated. Idahoan 
Mashed Potatoes actually aren't too bad when just mixed with cold water, 
Butter Buds, and even some Tapatio sauce but I can't do that every night as 
I know I will get sick of it after awhile. 



Thanks, 

Drake