Intro: Why Ask Baz?
Ultra-Sil on the Go – A Fabric Story
Insulating Matters
Just How Waterproof is Waterproof?
Reflections on the Water – Notes from a Consumer Boat Show
Sea to Summit Sleeping Bags – Spreading the Warmth
Paper or Plastic?
An Interview with Randy and Sheri with the Get Out More Tour
Getting Fresh – Sea to Summit Pocket Soaps
Just the way we roll – how to use our Kayak/Canoe Carts with your boat
Keeping your pack and its contents dry
I’m sitting in a railway station
What to pack for an Ultra Lightweight Backpacking Trip
Our Towels: Which one is right for you?
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Hello!
I really appreciare the quality of your products and try to follow the instructions. Just bought a second Tek Towel yet this time, I didn’t find the washing instructions and have long dropped the old ones.
Could you please send me or post the washing recommendations?
Cheers,
G’Day GP -
We’ve just added a ‘Product Care’ section to the blog homepage – there are tips on how to get the best from your Sea to Summit equipment, including how to wash Tek Towels.
Here’s a short summary:
- wash the Tek Towel(s) separately from other items the first couple of times to avoid color bleeding
- do not use fabric softeners; they reduce the absorbency of the microfiber
- air dry the towel(s)
And that’s it.
Happy trails,
B
I noticed that on the Reactor sleeping bag liner that you can use the liner with a sleeping bag to add warmth or you could use it as a standalone bag in warmer weather. I was wondering what degree rating the liner would be if it were used as standalone?
Thank you,
Dave
G’Day Dave –
Thanks for posting your question: it’s a really good one.
The Reactor series (Reactor, Reactor Compact Plus, Reactor Extreme) is made of Thermolite hollow-core fibers. These fibers are knitted into a three-dimensional structure, and this traps air which insulates the sleeper. The fabric also allows some air to pass through it, which contributes to a pleasant sleeping environment inside a sleeping bag.
The Reactors can be used as ‘stand-alone’ sleeping bags in warmer temperatures. Giving a ‘temperature rating’ for them in this application is a little complicated: the comfort limit not only depends on a sleeper’s metabolism, it’s also a factor of external air movement. Because the liners are not windproof, the layer of trapped warm air can be ‘robbed’ by moving air. Sleeping underneath a poncho, or inside a tent can reduce this or prevent it altogether.
Dressed in thermal base layers, and with some wind protection, a Reactor is comfortable for reasonably robust sleepers to around 50°F / 10°C.
And – if your intended camping environment is sandy or dirty, it’s much easier to wash a Reactor when you get home than any sleeping bag, even a synthetic bag…
B
Baz,
Thank you for the great info. I run a back pacing shop with a very technical client. This answer will help feed their veracious appetite for technical knowledge.
Dave
looking for a 70 liter ultra-sil pack liner? Did you guys stop making them.. If so why, I own one and I love the thing. I hiked the AT and PCT with it. I want one for my wife and can not find one anywhere. help me..
G’Day!
we do still have the UltraSil Pack Liners in our range – you can find the description on our website here:
If you let me know where you’re located I’ll be happy to put you in touch with a retailer who has the 70 liter version in stock.
Cheers
B
Hi,
I realize this could sound stupid, but having laundry bag and using dryer are not so common where I’m from. So I’ve got to ask. I’m just wondering if the laundry bag from TravellingLight series is washing machines and dryers friendly?
G’Day AJ -
it’s actually a very good question. There shouldn’t be any problem with washing the Travelling Light Laundry Bag in a washing machine – if you’re using a top-loader machine, put the laundry bag inside a pillowcase (or similar) to prevent the drawcords from tangling in the impeller (the spiral-shaped device in the center of the drum).
But – do not put the Laundry Bag in a dryer; the heat could damage the lightweight fabric.
Cheers,
B
The dimensions of the large TPU case is listed as 8.5 x 6. Are these the overall dimensions or inside dimensions. I want to know if my Kindle will fit. What are the max. inside dimensions? Thanks.
G’Day Boda,
The 8″ x 6″ dimensions listed for the Large TPU guide Accessory Case are the internal dimensions of the pouch.
However, your Kindle has a depth of about 0.4″ (depending on which generation device you own) – this would make for a very tight fit.
If you email me at info@seatosummit.com and let me know where you live, I’d be happy to work with a local retailer to give you the opportunity to try fitting your Kindle into the Accessory Case prior to purchase.
There will also be an alternative product available in Spring 2012 which may be more suitable – I’d be happy to provide details.
cheers
B