Since bear cans are required in a lot of areas I backpack I have become used to it, and now I use it most of the time. I do have a Ursack that I will sometimes use.

My kids bought me a Bearikade Weekender for Christmas more than 10 years ago and I just love it! It is ridiculously expensive but worth it and lasts forever. They come in a variety of sizes. But the old saying about closets applies to bear cans--no matter how big you feel obligated to fill it. The Weekender keeps me very disciplined about the food I take on a 10-day trip.

The worst thing for me (being old and forgetful) with hanging food, is that I always get the thing hung, with much effort, only to discover I forgot to put in an essential item. A bear can is just more convenient.