There are so many options out there. I’ve seen lots of camping utensils over my life, and I probably barely scratched the surface. But I the ComplEAT is kind of clever. A little room for improvement though.
I'm a fan of the Uco Switch Spork. Had it for a few years now and it does a really good job. I have one in my lunchbox for work too. Always get the job done and done well. I do like the tongs/spatula option though. Could really be handy.
When I bikepack I am into basics. My good ole 85 cent long handled spoon has seen me through years. Bagged food, cereal, scrambled eggs, peanut butter, soup, noodles and last but my least when I deserve a treat....ice cream. Probably a bunch more stuff but you get the idea.
I agree when you really are going light, and if you're doing a lot of dehydrated meals. While I like bagged meals for simplicity, weight, and of all things, garbage/odour management. I tend to make simple meals now, and really like this set. I'll probably go back to my super long Sea to Summit spork at times, or bring fork & spoon from this set. Options are nice. Beats bringing a mixed set of things when you want cook something fun.
I do agree with wanting to go "single utensil" at times... but I think that if I'm going to pare things down, I'm just going to bring the spoon & fork from this set. I really like the shape. And the fork tines are longer.
True, some may say expensive at $35 USD / $44 CDN (at Cabelas) - but for all the single utensils I’ve bought over the years, I have to say this is a nice set, especially the tongs. Is there room for a little improvement - yes…. I’d like them to have a harder scratch resistant coating, or just raw Titanium like my Sea to Summit Ti-Spork
though looking up images of the coating issue and even if it has something to do with the dishwasher I'd question the overall material quality. A straight, uncoated metal would be nice.
I agree - while I’ve used mine a bunch, the metal multi-tool is scraping off the finish of the anodizing. I’d rather pay $5-7 more for raw, Ti utensils,
I was just poking around on their website, and they do make a different "Multifork" in Titanium. Perhaps they will offer this set in Titanium down the road.
I don't think I'd bring them bikepacking, but those look nice for car camping. I don't bring a frying pan with me on bikepacking trips. I try to bring as little as possible, and my mug has worked out pretty well for my meals so far. I have been trying making my own dehydrated meals and they have worked out pretty well. The rest of the time I'm stopping at local restaurants along the way, so I don't think I'm really lacking in the food department.
I find that if I’m on more of a road tour or with easy town access, I love swinging buy a market near the end of the day and getting inspiration if what to cook that night. This is when I like to have a few extra things like a small folding frypan. But for hardcore bikepacking I’ll usually carry just one utensil & a good (small) knife
I am totally going to ditch the spork. I am very excited about these!
I've been liking my set this summer
Thanks for this! Definitely going to check it out…not happy with my spork! Cheers!
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My dad , god rest his soul. Put a plastic spork in his #2 on the trail . Never used one again. Nice video SB. Good to see you back 👍
LOL - guess that was his vote. 🤘🏼
"Quite well ergonomic I'd say..." Love it! That's a pretty nifty set.
They are indeed.
Looks cool. Thought I had seen it all by now, but Gerber has reinvented the wheel. Certainly worth a look
There are so many options out there. I’ve seen lots of camping utensils over my life, and I probably barely scratched the surface. But I the ComplEAT is kind of clever. A little room for improvement though.
I'm a fan of the Uco Switch Spork. Had it for a few years now and it does a really good job. I have one in my lunchbox for work too. Always get the job done and done well. I do like the tongs/spatula option though. Could really be handy.
UCO makes some great products. There definitely a lot of options out there for camping utensils.
It's kinda cool. I like gadgets and Gerber products.....yep...I'll be adding it to the kit just because.
Be warned… I’ve “almost” lost the little multitool thing twice. I’ve painted it orange now.
When I bikepack I am into basics. My good ole 85 cent long handled spoon has seen me through years. Bagged food, cereal, scrambled eggs, peanut butter, soup, noodles and last but my least when I deserve a treat....ice cream. Probably a bunch more stuff but you get the idea.
I agree when you really are going light, and if you're doing a lot of dehydrated meals. While I like bagged meals for simplicity, weight, and of all things, garbage/odour management. I tend to make simple meals now, and really like this set. I'll probably go back to my super long Sea to Summit spork at times, or bring fork & spoon from this set. Options are nice. Beats bringing a mixed set of things when you want cook something fun.
For my long day hikes I might still stick with the spork as I'm not sure to use it depending on what happens. For everything else, these are awesome!
I do agree with wanting to go "single utensil" at times... but I think that if I'm going to pare things down, I'm just going to bring the spoon & fork from this set. I really like the shape. And the fork tines are longer.
Looks cool, but looks expensive, I dunno, Ill think about it. Your vids are great. Thanks Beardo!
True, some may say expensive at $35 USD / $44 CDN (at Cabelas) - but for all the single utensils I’ve bought over the years, I have to say this is a nice set, especially the tongs. Is there room for a little improvement - yes…. I’d like them to have a harder scratch resistant coating, or just raw Titanium like my Sea to Summit Ti-Spork
You brought up some good points!!
Thanks -- I'm really liking this set.
Thanks for the review. The Gerber is interesting.
Thanks for watching!
More gear to renew for upcoming season :D
Always something new… but sometimes it’s better to just make do, and get out and ride.
that so cool thank you
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woah the tongs blew my mind! looks rad, perfect for my veggie bacon aha.
Totally !!
though looking up images of the coating issue and even if it has something to do with the dishwasher I'd question the overall material quality. A straight, uncoated metal would be nice.
I agree - while I’ve used mine a bunch, the metal multi-tool is scraping off the finish of the anodizing. I’d rather pay $5-7 more for raw, Ti utensils,
I was just poking around on their website, and they do make a different "Multifork" in Titanium. Perhaps they will offer this set in Titanium down the road.
@@teddgram Yeah, I saw that.. hopein that will be the case.
I don't think I'd bring them bikepacking, but those look nice for car camping. I don't bring a frying pan with me on bikepacking trips. I try to bring as little as possible, and my mug has worked out pretty well for my meals so far.
I have been trying making my own dehydrated meals and they have worked out pretty well. The rest of the time I'm stopping at local restaurants along the way, so I don't think I'm really lacking in the food department.
I find that if I’m on more of a road tour or with easy town access, I love swinging buy a market near the end of the day and getting inspiration if what to cook that night. This is when I like to have a few extra things like a small folding frypan. But for hardcore bikepacking I’ll usually carry just one utensil & a good (small) knife
Oh, finish coming off in the dishwasher, what a bummer
Yeah, I agree. I would be willing to spend a tad more for raw titanium.
Oops ! Not made for the french talking countries. “Gerber“ means “to vomit“, “to throw up“ or “to puke“, in France ! Hahaha !
I always had a laugh at the Gerber Babyfood….. pea purée yup, they named that right! 🤮
That’s gonna make me hurrel , Mate . 🤮
Yup - blah