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Is it better to wrap something in aluminum foil or Saran Wrap when storing left overs in the refrigerator?
chili36
9:05:37 AM
1/22/04

Tere you go with the deep thoughts again! ;-)
StoveStomper
9:06:40 AM
1/22/04

This thread coming from the guy who has wondered what has happened to trailtalk ;)
Ewker
9:07:35 AM
1/22/04

Saran Wrap.
lyra
9:07:35 AM
1/22/04

Do you mean like your head?

Then I would recommend a tinfoil hat.
Chief
9:08:10 AM
1/22/04

yep - i vote for the Saran Wrap too - you wanna keep that air out - that's the key to freshness.
ynamiynami
9:08:25 AM
1/22/04

Well, granted, with Saran Wrap, you can see what is in there before you open it to find a green glob, but the aluminum foil seems to retard the green blob a little longer.
chili36
9:09:26 AM
1/22/04

And besides, if the thing left in there is like BBQ, then saran wrap tends to let the odor permeate the other items.

Ever tried BBQ flavored grits?
chili36
9:10:49 AM
1/22/04

Sorry chili, I still have yet to get a straight answer about weather it is taboo or not to piss in the shower. Once I have cleared that issue up I’ll tackle the foil vs. wrap issue.
Nigal
9:11:03 AM
1/22/04

Aluminum foil makes a pretty light show if you put it in the microwave.

Did you know that Wendy's hamburger wrappers are foil? I do. It was pretty! ;-)
StoveStomper
9:12:49 AM
1/22/04

Saran Wrap lets you know whats in
the bowl. Different pairs of hands
will pull the foil apart just to
take a peek.
elfskin2
9:12:53 AM
1/22/04

You mean it could be wrong to piss in the shower? WTF?
chili36
9:13:22 AM
1/22/04

Yeah, elfskin, but unwrapping the mystery meat is half the fun of raiding the leftovers.

How much fun would it be if you already knew what was in there?
chili36
9:14:27 AM
1/22/04

Having to poop after just taking
a shower is a lot worse than peeing in the shower.
elfskin2
9:15:21 AM
1/22/04

Yeah, but having to poop while in the shower is a lot worse than having to poop after taking one.
chili36
9:17:28 AM
1/22/04

They're going to eat the mystery pack.
This cam out of the fridge, so why is it hot?

From Married With Children
lumberzac
9:17:39 AM
1/22/04

See, that's what I wanted to know chili. What if it's a shared shower? Not at all? Point towards the wall? Or let it rip right down the wife's leg? Is there a possible asparigus factor?

I WANT ANSWERS!!!
Nigal
9:18:27 AM
1/22/04

wrap in saran wrap, then warp tin foil over that.
twigeater
9:18:56 AM
1/22/04

Technical Breakdown
I think it depends on how you finish the seams (Re: foil). If you just use the simple overlap technique then it will allow too much air-exchange. The odor will leak out and the contents will get dry. On the other hand, if you roll the seams you will seal in the odors and moisture. It's that moisture that feeds the green blob. And of course, foil is not microwaveable.

Of course, you could make the issue moot by using the polycarbonate containers with sealable lids. But then you risk exposure to the estrogen-like chemicals that might leak into your foods in such a container.

Chili, you think too much.
skullcap
9:20:01 AM
1/22/04

Does the wife pee in the shower?
bearmagnet
9:20:53 AM
1/22/04

warp tin foil ?
twiggy has been watching the Science Fiction channel again! ;-)
StoveStomper
9:21:08 AM
1/22/04

Gee thanks, skully. I guess unless I want to sing soprano, I better rule out those polycarbonate bastards.
chili36
9:23:38 AM
1/22/04

Gee, bearmagnet, I don't know. It could be however, that I didn't notice if she did.
chili36
9:24:37 AM
1/22/04

"Does the wife pee in the shower?"

Not that she'd ever admit to! LOL!

Maybe I'll just start wrapping the jimmy in foil before jumping in the shower...or should I use Saran Wrap? DAMN!! More unanswered questions!! Will it NEVER end!?
Nigal
9:25:13 AM
1/22/04

I don't know nigal. One questions seems to lead to another. But given the alternatives, I think I would rather wrap my unit in Saran Wrap as opposed to foil.
chili36
9:28:31 AM
1/22/04

Nigal--Asparagas
Nigal--Asparagas factor?
Every one knows aparagas mekes your semen taste like pizza.

That's why females cook it for you
elfskin2
9:30:08 AM
1/22/04

Well, bygod. Elfskin, you just cleared up one of the biggest mysteries in life for me.

And I was beginning to think the reason I got served asparagus three times a week was because it was good for me.



Well, come to think of it,,,,,,,it has been good for me.
chili36
9:31:59 AM
1/22/04

This discussion is way over my head. I'm still trying to figure out the “why are we here” and “how does perpetual motion work” questions.
lumberzac
9:32:03 AM
1/22/04

Back to food, wrap in Saran wrap and if you don't want any permeating odors, out the wrapped item in a plastic bag also.

BTW, Chili and Nigal, you are cracking me up here! Just thought you'd want to know...
Treebeard
9:32:12 AM
1/22/04

LMAO!

Maybe your wife should aim it for you?

I wouldn't wrap "jimmy" in foil, that might hurt. Although saran wrap might asphyxiate jimmy

How about using the "quicker picker upper": Bounty?
bearmagnet
9:32:58 AM
1/22/04

Here I try to undertake the challange of taking something right to the very razor's edge of inuindoe and elfskin comes along and pushes me right over the cliff of good taste. No pun intended.

I've always heard wjeat grass is the thing to drink for tasty sex.
Nigal
9:33:08 AM
1/22/04

Hmm, nigal, will wheat beer work too?
chili36
9:34:32 AM
1/22/04

"This discussion is way over my head. I'm still trying to figure out the “why are we here” and “how does perpetual motion work” questions."
lumberzac
09:32:03 AM
01/22/04

I can get you past those an on to current topics.

Why are we here? ....Easy, to solve the saran/aluminum foil problems and to establish proper etiquette for peeing in the shower.

How does perpetual motion work?... Again, easy,,,,just eat a bunch of fresh corn before a hike and your intestines will solve that mystery in about two hours.
chili36
9:36:28 AM
1/22/04

So why do women go to the spa and pay all that money for a facial when they can get one at home for free?
Nigal
9:38:20 AM
1/22/04

Nigal--Asparagas
"Nigal--Asparagas factor?
Every one knows aparagas mekes your semen taste like pizza.

That's why females cook it for you"
elfskin2
09:30:08 AM


there is no way in hell, that i even want to know HOW you know this little bit of info!
mapleleaf
9:38:24 AM
1/22/04

Saran-Wrap never rips off the spool easily, then it gets all wrapped up in itself, then your throwing it away and trying to rip off another piece. Go with the foil and you can always wash it off and use it again like my grandparents used to do.
must hike
9:38:30 AM
1/22/04

if your wife burps and it smells like Pizza, im telling you right now. I will say something about it!
mapleleaf
9:39:16 AM
1/22/04

Guess I should join elf in the penalty box for that one…
Nigal
9:39:20 AM
1/22/04

Nigal, you are outta control, LOL!!
lyra
9:39:41 AM
1/22/04

Thanks chili.
Now that I'm up to speed, go with the Saran Wrap.
lumberzac
9:39:48 AM
1/22/04

I've been wondering
"Is it better to wrap something in aluminum foil or Saran Wrap when storing left overs in the refrigerator?"
chili36
Yep, another typical lawyer!
nowslimmer
9:39:52 AM
1/22/04

I like the idea of washing the aluminum foil for re-use. But hell, that leads to a whole new question.

Is it ok to put the disposable cups in the dishwasher to clean them after use?
chili36
9:41:32 AM
1/22/04

As for the peeing in the shower, think out side the box. Wrap the shower with foil, not Mr. Johnson.
lumberzac
9:43:24 AM
1/22/04

Heck, I would think that wrapping the shower with saran wrap would make more sense. It should cling to the wall pretty good.
chili36
9:44:54 AM
1/22/04

Food question I've always wanted to know "Where is all the Blue Food?" If you use that pretty blue saran wrap, you can make some foods look blue from the outside?
snafu29
9:45:39 AM
1/22/04

Actually Glad brand has this new quick seal stuff that's great.
treebait
9:45:50 AM
1/22/04

What's that black stuff between the stars?
elfskin2
9:48:06 AM
1/22/04

Just about the time we start making progress on the vitues of saran wrap (or lack thereof as the case may be) someone shows up with a box of Glad wrap.

The blue wrap is ok, but WTF is up with that pink kind? Have you ever seen left over mashed potatoes under pink wrap?
chili36
9:48:07 AM
1/22/04

Chili, that is true, but then you couldn't see your reflection as you pee.
lumberzac
9:48:13 AM
1/22/04

you could actually stand outside the shower and peee into it :-) Then you would be technically not peeing in the shower, but would be actually into the shower....
Does that count?
snafu29
9:48:40 AM
1/22/04

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