> > What are others carrying in their PFDs for fire starters? > > Strike-anywhere matches in a waterproof container. Lo-tech, but > functional. The only problem is finding good quality strike-anywhere > matches. > > Mike > I have to confess that never attached much importance to this item (I know, this is wrong). Though, I carry wind-and-waterproof matches as a backup to piezo-ignitor of my propane stove (never had a chance to use them). These matches need their box to strike, I think. (and the box doesn't fit into small waterproof cylinder for matches). But this is what I've found in a canadian camping-automotive store after reading Michael's message: "Red Bird strike anywhere matches, product of USA", CDN 2.19 for two boxes (250 matches each). There is some sort of mesh on the sides of this box. Is it really something good, or there are better brands? *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************Received on Wed Jun 16 2004 - 19:48:02 PDT
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