Post by: hogslayer on July 24, 2016, 04:33:02 PM
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Post by: huntnfmly on July 24, 2016, 06:50:08 PM
I am going to order the sample pack they have
Post by: MtnMuley on July 26, 2016, 10:01:43 AM
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Post by: Duckslayer89 on July 27, 2016, 08:47:53 PM
dollar or two more I would try them, but $15 is almost 3x what MH/BP go for. That is dinner at a restaurant price where I do not have to cook, get served a nice cold beer and can flirt with the waitress..
:chuckle: flirting with the waitress decked out in camo is always priceless and memorable
Post by: brocka on July 27, 2016, 10:29:45 PM
Can you guys elaborate on why you think MH, Alpine Air, and Backpackers Pantry are so "unhealthy"?? The macronutrient profile is legit, they don't use preservatives, and emphasize whole foods. I see complaints about the sodium content but when you're pounding out the miles in the backcountry you NEED salt, otherwise you're going to run out of go in your muscles real quick.(https://hunting-washington.com/smf/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1205.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fbb428%2FBrockakers%2F20160727_222244_zpsu34oq35f.jpg&hash=7519957e6c8c883bfd3d63a8133632d3f7fa9d26) (http://s1205.photobucket.com/user/Brockakers/media/20160727_222244_zpsu34oq35f.jpg.html)
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For alot of folks it's the ingredients. I make a conscious effort to eat healthy most of the time. So when I go 5 days in a row on mtn house it's rough. Just my thoughts.
Post by: Karl Blanchard on July 28, 2016, 08:41:10 PM
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Post by: Karl Blanchard on July 29, 2016, 06:44:16 AM
Post by: D-Rock425 on July 29, 2016, 06:49:12 AM
That Texas quail meal actually looks pretty good except for the whole onion thing! It's one of my big issues with a lot of the Mountain House meals is the onions and peppers are always undercooked and crunchy. Not a fan of those. Off topic, but what is with all these freeze-dried meals having mushrooms in them too!? Fungus is not meant to be consumed! :chuckle:fungus :puke: :puke:
Post by: Bango skank on July 29, 2016, 06:57:47 AM
Post by: Karl Blanchard on July 29, 2016, 07:05:27 AM
You guys are crazy. I love fungusand that's why I am gonna out live you :chuckle:
Post by: CaNINE on July 29, 2016, 11:14:52 AM
Post by: Duckslayer89 on July 29, 2016, 11:23:20 AM
I ordered one of everything that Heather makes and have been working my way through the menu on my summer backpacking trips. I find the meals filling and good flavors. The Ethiopian Dorwat is by far my favorite. The chili was so so. The buckwheat breakfasts are ok but not worth the expense to me. I do like how small the packaging is on all the meals. I don't like that it take 20, really more like 30 minutes to reconstitute the dinners. I won't completely abandon mountain house but it's nice to have another product choice to break up the menu from time to time. I'm climbing Mt. Adams this weekend and will see if the packaroons help propel me up the mountain.
Have you tried the salmon chowder yet? Sounds really good.
Post by: CaNINE on July 29, 2016, 11:33:55 AM
Post by: Duckslayer89 on July 29, 2016, 11:40:29 AM
I really wanted to like the salmon chowder but unfortunately no I didn't care for it. It was too soupy and chewy for my taste. Others may like it so don't not try it - it just wasn't what I was expecting.
Ya I like chowder thick and creamy not watered down. The Ethiopian stuff sounds bomb I like spicy food I might order a couple
Post by: Karl Blanchard on July 29, 2016, 12:52:05 PM
I ordered one of everything that Heather makes and have been working my way through the menu on my summer backpacking trips. I find the meals filling and good flavors. The Ethiopian Dorwat is by far my favorite. The chili was so so. The buckwheat breakfasts are ok but not worth the expense to me. I do like how small the packaging is on all the meals. I don't like that it take 20, really more like 30 minutes to reconstitute the dinners. I won't completely abandon mountain house but it's nice to have another product choice to break up the menu from time to time. I'm climbing Mt. Adams this weekend and will see if the packaroons help propel me up the mountain.have fun on Adams. Gonna be a hot mother up there! Not sure if you've done it before, but pack some good sun scream and make sure to coat the inside of your arms. The sun reflects off the snow and will burn you good. Figured that one out the hard way :chuckle:
Are they still using the winter route?
Post by: CaNINE on July 30, 2016, 06:53:52 AM
Oh one thing about that dorowat...I was thinking it would go really well in a tortilla. So I recommend packing some of those and if maybe some packets of salsa. That wouldn't suck.
Post by: Tbob on August 02, 2016, 09:33:42 AM
Post by: Jonathan_S on August 02, 2016, 10:29:49 AM
People really over estimate the preservatives in MH meals anyway. There isn't any voodoo involved. It's healthier than 90% of prepared foods (round number) and I can get a Mexican Style rice and chicken, throw in a Sriracha packet and some pepper, I'm good for the night and I don't have to cook or wait half an hour
Post by: BULLBLASTER on August 02, 2016, 10:31:17 AM
$15 a meal is a hell of a lot more than this cowboy is going to spend on a freeze dried meal. I only eat one MH a day in the field so I don't care if it's got a few preservatives.Just wait till honey badger industries starts to make its own freeze dry!
People really over estimate the preservatives in MH meals anyway. There isn't any voodoo involved. It's healthier than 90% of prepared foods (round number) and I can get a Mexican Style rice and chicken, throw in a Sriracha packet and some pepper, I'm good for the night and I don't have to cook or wait half an hour
Post by: Jonathan_S on August 02, 2016, 10:33:59 AM
3 questions before buying a backpacking meal
1) how does it taste?
2) how long does it take?
3) how much protein does it have?
Post by: Karl Blanchard on August 02, 2016, 04:37:15 PM
I've got no problem with MH. I'm one of the lucky ones I guess and they don't mess with my stomach. I eat pretty healthy most of the year so a week or two out of 52 eating MH is alright with me.. Everyday at the hospital I grab a few packs of red peppers and tobasco; Makes any meal much more enjoyable.. Backcountry hunting is already expensive enough. And 20-30 min to wait to eat?! NOPE! I'm in bed 30 min after I'm back to camp at night (sometimes I can't even wait that long). I listened to Heather on the Gritty Bowman podcast and I understand the costs associated with doing this and it's nice to have more options, but I'm gonna stick with the Ol standby for now..:yeah:
$15 a meal is a hell of a lot more than this cowboy is going to spend on a freeze dried meal. I only eat one MH a day in the field so I don't care if it's got a few preservatives.:yeah:
People really over estimate the preservatives in MH meals anyway. There isn't any voodoo involved. It's healthier than 90% of prepared foods (round number) and I can get a Mexican Style rice and chicken, throw in a Sriracha packet and some pepper, I'm good for the night and I don't have to cook or wait half an hour
It's going to be strictly simple stuff! When I'm on the mountain, it's macronutrients and flavor.:yeah:
3 questions before buying a backpacking meal
1) how does it taste?
2) how long does it take?
3) how much protein does it have?
Post by: gilroym on August 02, 2016, 05:36:01 PM
Post by: WapitiTalk1 on August 02, 2016, 05:48:29 PM
Post by: Karl Blanchard on August 02, 2016, 05:59:41 PM
Still not enough choices. A guy needs variety on a two week hunt ;):chuckle: I only pack 3 flavors of MH, even on a 9 day hunt. It's not exciting but it's consistent and proven.
Post by: huntnfmly on August 02, 2016, 07:05:47 PM
Post by: Alpine Mojo on August 07, 2016, 09:19:02 PM
People really over estimate the preservatives in MH meals anyway.
They sure do, considering freeze dried food doesn't require preservatives at all.
Post by: Jonathan_S on August 07, 2016, 10:03:54 PM
People really over estimate the preservatives in MH meals anyway.
They sure do, considering freeze dried food doesn't require preservatives at all.
Please reference my signature... :chuckle:
Post by: JLS on August 07, 2016, 10:12:16 PM
It's going to be strictly simple stuff! When I'm on the mountain, it's macronutrients and flavor.
3 questions before buying a backpacking meal
1) how does it taste?
2) how long does it take?
3) how much protein does it have?
Last year I picked up a bunch of Alpine Aire meals from REI during one of their sales. I think I ended up paying a little over 5 bucks per meal, so about the same as MH from Costco. I think they are a little better, and certainly give you some variety outside of the MH options.
Post by: Jonathan_S on August 07, 2016, 10:42:26 PM
It's going to be strictly simple stuff! When I'm on the mountain, it's macronutrients and flavor.
3 questions before buying a backpacking meal
1) how does it taste?
2) how long does it take?
3) how much protein does it have?
Last year I picked up a bunch of Alpine Aire meals from REI during one of their sales. I think I ended up paying a little over 5 bucks per meal, so about the same as MH from Costco. I think they are a little better, and certainly give you some variety outside of the MH options.
Yeah I just picked up a few of the Alpine Aire meals. I hope they are as good as they sound :tup:
Post by: j_h_nimrod on August 07, 2016, 11:30:25 PM
Post by: Jonathan_S on August 08, 2016, 07:08:46 AM
If you have enough energy to be picky you are not hunting hard enough...
Totally disagree. I lose my appetite above 8000 feet and I know many others do too. So if I'm not hungry in the first place, I'd rather not be trying to power down some stale tasting, Backpackers Pantry that took 30 mins to cook. Not when I could have a tasty meal done in 12 min including boil time.
Post by: swisski on August 26, 2016, 04:29:55 PM
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Post by: westernarcher on August 27, 2016, 08:20:05 AM
Post by: Jonathan_S on August 27, 2016, 08:31:44 AM
15 dollars really has me considering buying a food dehydrator
Wife and I decided to do that recently. We're pretty excited for it. It's a chunk of change but so are a few hundred purchased meals a year
Post by: JLS on August 27, 2016, 10:06:53 PM
Post by: Jonathan_S on August 27, 2016, 10:28:04 PM
Homemade dehydrated meals typically take longer than freeze dried. I usually plan on 20-25 minutes for dinner to be ready after I add the water.
This is true. I actually misread the post above mine. I am buying an actual freeze drier. At least, for $3,000 it better not be a dehydrator :chuckle:
Post by: bulldogs40 on August 27, 2016, 11:06:57 PM
Homemade dehydrated meals typically take longer than freeze dried. I usually plan on 20-25 minutes for dinner to be ready after I add the water.
This is true. I actually misread the post above mine. I am buying an actual freeze drier. At least, for $3,000 it better not be a dehydrator :chuckle:
OK... 15 dollars just starting sounding a lot better hahaha
Post by: JDhunting_Aus on September 02, 2016, 03:30:28 PM
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Post by: Whitpirate on September 02, 2016, 03:58:44 PM
Homemade dehydrated meals typically take longer than freeze dried. I usually plan on 20-25 minutes for dinner to be ready after I add the water.
This is true. I actually misread the post above mine. I am buying an actual freeze drier. At least, for $3,000 it better not be a dehydrator :chuckle:
Which one did you pick up? I've been eyeballing a few.... I figure I could pay it off selling Blanchard Martin House brand for 5.00/meal in about 2 deer seasons :P
Post by: Jonathan_S on September 02, 2016, 04:29:38 PM
Post by: MLHSN on September 03, 2016, 08:38:13 PM
We will see how they go. Outdoor Herbivore had some cold mix meals (Sunny Sunflower Salad, Coconut Chia Peel, Chia Oat Crunch, Waldorf Slaw, Appalachia, Toasted Sunburst Muesli. I plan to subsidize with some jerky for protein. The single-serving ones are 400-600 calories at 120-130 calories/oz. That should be good for lunch for me since I can just mix a little cold water and wait a few minutes.
From Mary Jane's I picked up Curry in a Hurry, Mac N' Cheese, black bean soup, red pesto pasta, and santé fe posta. They are a little light on the calories at about 500-600 for a double serving so I'll probably subsidize with some tortillas.
I've also tried Packit Gourmet. Unfortunately, they raised their prices and discontinued some of the ones I liked the most.
I prefer dehydrated meals as freeze dried stuff jacks my stomach up. I also like Hawk Vittles but his prices went up as well.
Am I missing any other dehydrated meal labels someone would suggest because I like trying new places?
Post by: PA BEN on September 09, 2016, 12:16:49 PM
Post by: CaNINE on September 11, 2016, 05:44:25 AM
Post by: Jonathan_S on September 11, 2016, 07:39:48 AM
https://huntingfit.com/2015/10/10/meals-for-the-backcountry-shootout/#more-1779
Weird how they only compared one meal from each line
Post by: hogslayer on September 11, 2016, 08:06:35 AM
Post by: PA BEN on September 11, 2016, 08:39:42 AM