First night out checklist help please

[Hornca]

I have a GSI collapsible filter holder but you have to bring cone filters.

That's actually what I use at home for my normal cup.

I use round filters. Fold in half then half again = cone.

[stevebo]

I always throw in a space blanket--------doesnt weigh much, has lots of uses, and just in case the temp drops, it might be enough to get you thru he night (works as a reflective vapor barrier , as long as you vent it to manage condensation!) Also, in an emergency you could help out a lost hiker, without putting your self in danger!

[MidTNJohn]

Got a nice setup. Have too much insulation image.jpg

[Papa Tac]

I'm a home-roasting coffee snob, too, and after trying all manner of Joe distillation, I swear by the MSR Mugmate.
I have a Lexan Bodum, a collapsible GSI filter, a plastic Bodum mug, and a squeeze bottle with filter mesh for the trail, and auto coffee maker and glass bodum at home.
The MSR gets used more than anything.

[MidTNJohn]

So I was HOT!
I knew I was over-prepared

Gotta start working on a 'more official' under quilt or peapod now

[Buckeye Bill]

I use this Filter with a Nalgene Wide Mouth Bottle. I like to have a couple cups of coffee with breakfast.

[K8oe]

How is the coffee made in the AeroPress? I've been looking at it for awhile debating. Also it's good to know that you can hit lower temps with what you have. Sounds like it was a good learning experience.

[MidTNJohn]

AeroPress makes really good strong coffee.
Not as 'clean' as Chemex, but a lot cleaner than French Press.

It is often diluted but I drank it full strength.
A friend of mine has brought it on a Tour bus with me so I got a good taste for it.

Bad sides...
It has parts. Also he was using small paper filters (there is a metal filter option).
It is also slightly labor intensive.
Think of a higher pressure French Press.

Easy to clean.

[brianb]

Cowboy or Turkish coffee, whichever you know it by. Tasty and easy. An espresso grind produces a better result.