Tuesday, October 27, 2009

My Review of BearVault BV500 Food Container

Originally submitted at REI

Keep bears from inviting themselves to your feast! The BearVault BV500 container features simple access, light weight and large volume.


The obvious choice.

By Dirt Empire from SoCal. on 10/27/2009

 

5out of 5

Pros: Good Capacity, Durable, Multi-use

Best Uses: Campgrounds, Backcountry Camping

This canister does exactly what you want it to do! It keeps the animals out, and helps keep you fed.

The BV is the best choice on the market. 1) It's size is sufficient for 1-2 people over several days of strong backpacking. 2) Having a container that you can see into from all angles really is an important feature. 3) If fits snug into many med to large packs, or you can safely strap it to the outside. 4) Doubles as a seat, and gear storage at home. 5) Is really not that hard to open. Now if it is so cold out that your hands just aren't warm, it can take a couple tries to get the pressure/spin technique working. However, in regular-old conditions all it takes is a good push of the finger tips to get the BV open. My advice to those who've struggled with opening the BV .. do a few push-ups every once in a while.

(legalese)

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