In this video I compare the Bigfoot Bushcraft Fire Plugs against the Procamptek Fire Plugs bigfoot-bushcr... procamptek.ca/ procamptekusa.... www.uberleben....
That's just for the extra thick ferro rod which they originally was charging $39.95 They must be getting plenty of pushback ..they're adjusting their prices
Mark... Another righteous, honest and informative review!!! Thanks, my friend!!! Me and mine wish you and yours all things great and good; take care, be careful, be safe, all my best and God bless!!! Chuck Knight from Buffalo, Texas, USA. 🖖✝️🙏🤠🐩👍
The best Firestarter ive ever used is a DIY fire starter. 100 percent cotton round, soak it in melted petroleum jelly, let them dry on wax paper. Once dry, dip them in melted wax and let them dry on wax paper. you can even do a second coat. The wax makes the waterproof and ive had one cotton round burn for over 10 mins. Love your channel. Merry Christmas from Pennsylvania
Thank you Mark. You always do your best to replicate true to life conditions. Starting a fire when everything is dry is usually quite simple. 38°F with rain is when easy fire starting may save a life. Just wish all UA-cam "bushcraft" producers could get that through their heads. You provide a valuable service especially to the novice.
Nice honest reviews, that's why we come back. Keep up the good work :) I bought 30 kgs of wood pellets based on you using them with a wood gas stove does make life easy!
Very fine review and comparison. Yours is the third video I have seen today for Bigfoot Bushcraft fire plugs and ferrorod, so the company must be contacting a lot of people for reviews, but your video was easily the best and most informative of the three.
Hi Martin. Yes, they approached a good number of smaller YT channels offering to send out their products. I almost said no but could not pass up the opportunity to do the comparison test. BTW. I am loving the keto diet and bringing keto recipes to the woods. Thanks for commenting
Nice video Mark, a good comparison, good job. I’m impressed by the shelf life of the fire starters, 10+ years, cool. Many thanks for sharing. Atb, Paul.
Not only is the bigfoot bushcraft three times the price, but its twice the weight and twice the size with the almost the same exact amount of burn time. and the only advantage is its a little easier to fluff and better fiber ratio. in my opinion with all that in mind and triple the price, does not actually make it a superior product, just a product taking advantage of peoples wallets. Especially in times like these where every dollar really counts. I would rather spend less money, carry less weight, fit more product in a smaller area, and spend a few more seconds properly fluffing up the procamptek. thanks for being honest and genuine in your review.
I think that was a very fair comparison video. Based on what I saw, I’d buy the Bigfoot Bushcraft product. If my life might depend on me getting a fire going, I’m not going to quibble over a few dollars. As for ferrocerium rods, I don’t buy them with a handle because THAT is a real waste of money. Why pay for a 5” rod that you can only use, at best, half of? I buy the Bayite rods with a hole drilled in them and add a paracord lanyard.
I've had good results with both of these firestarters and will say that Bigfoot Bushcraft seems to be running a permanent sale which places their fire plugs much closer in line with Procamptek's. I don't have their ferro rod so can't speak to that, but the BFB tin is nice and does hold many, many plugs. For me, even though I have and use both products, I choose the Procamptek fire plugs more often and would use them exclusively if need be. The BFB plugs are a bit greasy, which is fine if they're in a tin or sealed away somewhere, but I carry Procamptek plugs directly in my pants pocket as an emergency tinder source and they last months rising around as part of my EDC. They light right up, don't leave any waxy residue in my pocket, and are not at all greasy.
Excellent review. I agree totally. I will use both but usually go for the Procamptek first. I carry a few in a small zip-loc type bag in my fire kit. Thanks for commenting
Good and honest as ever, Mark. I have the procamptek as a backup to the wood wool and natural tinder, not sure if the Bigfoot are available in the UK. Also like friendly Swede fire steels, not sure if you have heard of them. Thanks Mark and take care 👍🙂
You asked for suggestions to improve your comparison. I would have liked to see you ignite (or try to ignite) them separately as well as together. I understand that the efficacy of ferro rod strikes can vary greatly from one to another, and you wanted to eliminate that variable. On the other hand, when the fluffed portions a touching as they were, we can't tell whether they both lit at once or one ignited and instantly ignited the other.
you make a good point. I have had easy ignition with both separately so I did not feel the need to demonstrate that. I like should have. Thanks for commenting
As someone who uses cotton balls or dryer lint rolled in petroleum jelly, and sometimes dipped in wax for waterproofing, can someone tell me if these kinds of products are much superior in a tight, wet, situation, or are they just for saving one the time it takes to make your own? Thanks.
These are really no better. I make my own often and have videos on that. These are for people who want to purchase rather than make their own. Thanks for commenting
I guess Fire Plugs serve a purpose but I have yet too see it. Most of them i.e. ProCamptec melt in the Summer Heat and stick together. There are better fore starters out there, i.e. Fire Ropes that have life time warranty that work better.
Mark. I want to send you a gift for sharing your awesome videos. No it’s not a new Corvette! Just a small token of my appreciation for all you do. Where can I send it?
The few of these things I use, I always light them from the end. I figure it's not so much about intensity, but duration. So I light it like a candle. So for the test, you could light the other end.....if it's your last one. For the fire steel, do you have a couple favourites? I'm looking for a new one, and I'd like to get a larger than the typical light my fire one, but I know nothing about any type or brand being different. All I know is the coghlan one sucks.
Jim, I mostly use a 5"x1/2" I bought on eBay. Just a plain rod that I wrapped duct tape around the end. Having said that, I do like the larger Uberleben rods. They do seem to work well. One rod I have not tried yet but do want to is the Firesteel.com rods. They are rumored to be better than others. My understanding was that there were only the Light My Fire and Chinese made rods but that could have changed. A 5" or longer rod allows for a long strike, generating more sparks, as long as a good striker and good technique are used
Mark, just an FYI, I followed your link and the Bigfoot are on sale for $19.95. Thanks for sharing my friend.
That's just for the extra thick ferro rod which they originally was charging $39.95
They must be getting plenty of pushback ..they're adjusting their prices
Thanks for letting me know. I pinned your comment for others to see
Mark... Another righteous, honest and informative review!!! Thanks, my friend!!! Me and mine wish you and yours all things great and good; take care, be careful, be safe, all my best and God bless!!! Chuck Knight from Buffalo, Texas, USA. 🖖✝️🙏🤠🐩👍
The best Firestarter ive ever used is a DIY fire starter. 100 percent cotton round, soak it in melted petroleum jelly, let them dry on wax paper. Once dry, dip them in melted wax and let them dry on wax paper. you can even do a second coat. The wax makes the waterproof and ive had one cotton round burn for over 10 mins. Love your channel. Merry Christmas from Pennsylvania
DIY firestarters are great. I make a lot of recipes using simple ingredients like yours. Thanks for commenting
Thank you Mark. You always do your best to replicate true to life conditions. Starting a fire when everything is dry is usually quite simple. 38°F with rain is when easy fire starting may save a life. Just wish all UA-cam "bushcraft" producers could get that through their heads. You provide a valuable service especially to the novice.
Thanks for the kind words
Every "bushcrafter" comes prepared for the very kind of environment you are talking about. Do some research
Nice honest reviews, that's why we come back. Keep up the good work :) I bought 30 kgs of wood pellets based on you using them with a wood gas stove does make life easy!
Wood pellets make a great fuel for sure. Thanks for commenting
Thank you for a detailed and honest review, Mark.
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for commenting
Very fine review and comparison. Yours is the third video I have seen today for Bigfoot Bushcraft fire plugs and ferrorod, so the company must be contacting a lot of people for reviews, but your video was easily the best and most informative of the three.
Hi Martin. Yes, they approached a good number of smaller YT channels offering to send out their products. I almost said no but could not pass up the opportunity to do the comparison test. BTW. I am loving the keto diet and bringing keto recipes to the woods. Thanks for commenting
I got the BIg Foot Bushcraft and it’s great! It’s worth the money. I got the 80 pc set.
Good to know. Thanks for commenting
Nice video Mark, a good comparison, good job. I’m impressed by the shelf life of the fire starters, 10+ years, cool. Many thanks for sharing. Atb, Paul.
Thanks for commenting Paul
Not only is the bigfoot bushcraft three times the price, but its twice the weight and twice the size with the almost the same exact amount of burn time. and the only advantage is its a little easier to fluff and better fiber ratio. in my opinion with all that in mind and triple the price, does not actually make it a superior product, just a product taking advantage of peoples wallets. Especially in times like these where every dollar really counts. I would rather spend less money, carry less weight, fit more product in a smaller area, and spend a few more seconds properly fluffing up the procamptek. thanks for being honest and genuine in your review.
I agree, this fire starter does not live up to its claims. If the price was on par it would be more attractive. Thanks for commenting
Great demo as always! Thank you, Mark!
Thanks for commenting
Great comparison with a interesting result Mark!👍
Thanks for commenting Wade
G00d products, Glad the company addressed your issue with the striker, Thanks Mark ! ATB T God Bless
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Thank you and merci again for the detailed review!
Glad you found it helpful. Thanks for commenting
Good review, thanks for sharing , God bless !
Thanks for watching!
I use fat wood it's windproof and waterproof I use that many times
I do love fatwood and birchbark. Thanks for commenting
I think that was a very fair comparison video. Based on what I saw, I’d buy the Bigfoot Bushcraft product. If my life might depend on me getting a fire going, I’m not going to quibble over a few dollars.
As for ferrocerium rods, I don’t buy them with a handle because THAT is a real waste of money. Why pay for a 5” rod that you can only use, at best, half of?
I buy the Bayite rods with a hole drilled in them and add a paracord lanyard.
Right on. I agree. Thanks for commenting
I've had good results with both of these firestarters and will say that Bigfoot Bushcraft seems to be running a permanent sale which places their fire plugs much closer in line with Procamptek's. I don't have their ferro rod so can't speak to that, but the BFB tin is nice and does hold many, many plugs.
For me, even though I have and use both products, I choose the Procamptek fire plugs more often and would use them exclusively if need be.
The BFB plugs are a bit greasy, which is fine if they're in a tin or sealed away somewhere, but I carry Procamptek plugs directly in my pants pocket as an emergency tinder source and they last months rising around as part of my EDC. They light right up, don't leave any waxy residue in my pocket, and are not at all greasy.
Excellent review. I agree totally. I will use both but usually go for the Procamptek first. I carry a few in a small zip-loc type bag in my fire kit. Thanks for commenting
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Great video mark.
Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for commenting
Good and honest as ever, Mark. I have the procamptek as a backup to the wood wool and natural tinder, not sure if the Bigfoot are available in the UK. Also like friendly Swede fire steels, not sure if you have heard of them. Thanks Mark and take care 👍🙂
I have heard of the Friendly Swede but have not purchased from him yet. Thanks for commenting
You asked for suggestions to improve your comparison. I would have liked to see you ignite (or try to ignite) them separately as well as together. I understand that the efficacy of ferro rod strikes can vary greatly from one to another, and you wanted to eliminate that variable. On the other hand, when the fluffed portions a touching as they were, we can't tell whether they both lit at once or one ignited and instantly ignited the other.
you make a good point. I have had easy ignition with both separately so I did not feel the need to demonstrate that. I like should have. Thanks for commenting
As someone who uses cotton balls or dryer lint rolled in petroleum jelly, and sometimes dipped in wax for waterproofing, can someone tell me if these kinds of products are much superior in a tight, wet, situation, or are they just for saving one the time it takes to make your own? Thanks.
These are really no better. I make my own often and have videos on that. These are for people who want to purchase rather than make their own. Thanks for commenting
Nice video. Greetings from Bulgaria :)))
Glad you liked it. Thanks for commenting
Great Video
Glad you enjoyed it
I guess Fire Plugs serve a purpose but I have yet too see it.
Most of them i.e. ProCamptec melt in the Summer Heat and stick together.
There are better fore starters out there, i.e. Fire Ropes that have life time warranty that work better.
They are not my favourite fire starter either but they are easy to carry in a small fire kit and easy to use as well. Thanks for commenting
Mark. I want to send you a gift for sharing your awesome videos. No it’s not a new Corvette! Just a small token of my appreciation for all you do. Where can I send it?
That is a very kind offer. You can email me and I will send you my address. My email is mark.eric.young@gmail.com
Backpacker criterion: ounce per function, cost per function, size per function, cost over time (duration). Cheers
Right on. Thanks for commenting
The few of these things I use, I always light them from the end. I figure it's not so much about intensity, but duration. So I light it like a candle. So for the test, you could light the other end.....if it's your last one.
For the fire steel, do you have a couple favourites? I'm looking for a new one, and I'd like to get a larger than the typical light my fire one, but I know nothing about any type or brand being different. All I know is the coghlan one sucks.
Jim, I mostly use a 5"x1/2" I bought on eBay. Just a plain rod that I wrapped duct tape around the end. Having said that, I do like the larger Uberleben rods. They do seem to work well. One rod I have not tried yet but do want to is the Firesteel.com rods. They are rumored to be better than others. My understanding was that there were only the Light My Fire and Chinese made rods but that could have changed. A 5" or longer rod allows for a long strike, generating more sparks, as long as a good striker and good technique are used
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Fluff up one end every time!!!!
Would either of these plugs burn long enough to allow charcoal to catch?
Possibly but the charcoal would be slow to get going. I will try it out tomorrow and it will appear in a future video. Thanks for commenting
Great review.
Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for commenting