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#105858 - 11/05/08 01:28 PM TI Folding Spork
BarryP Offline
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Registered: 03/04/04
Posts: 1574
Loc: Eastern Idaho
I bought a folding titanium spork when all Ti-wear was on sale for $5.00 http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/bpl_titanium_folding_spork_sul.html

This appears similar to the Brunton folding TI spork.

I’ve used it on a couple of trips. I haven’t used sporks before. I have used the ‘Light My Fire Spork’ a lot (though not really a spork) ($2.50 at Walmart). Yeah, I’ve heard that sporks aren’t as good as spoons or forks, but this shape sure changes that philosophy.

I have found the TI folding spork easier to use:
1. Fits easily in my 4.2oz Titan Kettle
2. folds down small
3. light weight (<0.6oz)
4. I thought it would be hard to eat with but it was easier. I’ve used it w/ good success on:
a) grits
b) ramen noodles
c) Vienna sausage
d) scrambled eggs
e) bacon strips
f) stirring the hot chocolate
5. Good length for reaching in 1 pt Ziploc bags. I had troubles with the LMF Spork since I could only hold it half way since both ends were grimy/dirty (when I eat <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />).
6. The Ti spork is Tough. I have broken a LMF fork tong before.

Anyway, it’s another fun piece for gearheads to use out on the trails <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
Anyone else try it?

-Barry

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#105859 - 11/05/08 01:55 PM Re: TI Folding Spork [Re: BarryP]
bigfoot2 Offline
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Registered: 09/17/06
Posts: 1432
Loc: Eugene , Oregon
I have the same model, but made by REI:

http://www.rei.com/product/751779

I have used them for years and they are the best! What sold me on them was the ability to pack them inside my cook pot. Not the lightest, but it will last longer than Lexan or plastic. They won't melt, either.

BF <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" />
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#105860 - 11/05/08 02:44 PM Re: TI Folding Spork [Re: BarryP]
jasonklass Offline
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Registered: 08/27/05
Posts: 551
Loc: Denver, Colorado
I have the BPL one too. It's OK but I find that it has a lot of "nooks & crannies" where food can get trapped, making it a little more difficult to clean than I'd like. I find myself bringing the old standby cheapo Lexan spoon more.
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