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Reviews > Cook and Food Storage Gear > Utensils > REI Ti Ware Long-Handle Spoon > Owner Review by Ray Estrella
REI Ti Ware Long-Handle Spoon
TESTER INFORMATION
I have been backpacking for over 30 years, all over California, and in many of the western states and Minnesota. I hike year-round, and average 500+ miles (800+ km) per year. I have made a move to lightweight gear, and smaller volume packs. I start early and hike hard so as to enjoy the afternoons exploring. I usually take a freestanding tent and enjoy hot meals at night. If not hiking solo I am usually with my brother-in-law Dave or fiancée Jenn. The Product
Manufacturer: Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI) Product Description
The REI Ti Ware long-handle spoon (hereafter called the spoon) is a lightweight titanium spoon with an extra long handle that is positioned to appeal to the ultra-light crowd. Field Conditions
I have used the REI spoon in backpacking camp sites along hundreds of miles (km) of the Pacific Crest Trail from the Santa Rosa Mountains in the south to the Sierra Nevada to the north. It has been used at elevations ranging from 3000' to 12000' (900 - 3660 m) and in temps from freezing to 92 F (33 C). Observations
I bought the REI spoon at the beginning of April on a whim while purchasing maps. As seen in my MealGear spork review I have been in search of the perfect eating utensil for a long time. I just do not need the tines of a spork, and when I saw the size, length and weight of this spoon I had to try it. (I got one as an Easter gift for my fiancée too. Aren't I romantic? Must mean I like spooning…) The spoon does not transfer heat at all, probably due to its length. When in Grand Teton I made my hiker girl a pasta dish with dried mushrooms that had to be boiled and the pasta itself had to boil. I ended up stirring my biggest Ti pot for about 20 minutes. The spoon did not get hot at all. The same trip saw me making hot cider at night and coffee for my self and cocoa for Jenn in the mornings. I could lick the spoon right after stirring with no discomfort. (I mean rinse it off, that's the ticket…) I have not used it in "real cold" temperatures yet, so can't really comment on cold transfer. The angle on the head works better than spoons I have that follow the plane of the handle at getting food from freeze-dried bags and Zip-lock bags. The size is just right for me. A couple of my other spoons were too big at the scoop. I can't really think of more to say about it. It seems to be a close to perfect as I can find at this time. But who knows, maybe I will find another "perfect" eating utensil. Check this same Bat Channel for updates… This report was created with the BackpackGearTest.org Report Writer Version 1. Copyright 2007. All rights reserved. Read more reviews of REI gear Read more gear reviews by Ray Estrella Reviews > Cook and Food Storage Gear > Utensils > REI Ti Ware Long-Handle Spoon > Owner Review by Ray Estrella |