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04-04-2011, 12:32 AM
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Senior Member
Trailer: 2009 Trillium 13 ft ('Homelet') / 2000 Subaru Outback
Posts: 2,222
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Well, we don't have a head to place it in, is why I used the tongue.
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Whether you think you can or think you can't, you're right.
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10-10-2011, 04:27 PM
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Senior Member
Name: Ana
Trailer: 1979 13' boler
New Hampshire
Posts: 109
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I LOVE this product.... have been using it for quite some time now at home and figure I'd keep using it on the road
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10-10-2011, 05:10 PM
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Senior Member
Name: Jon
Trailer: Escape 21C
New York
Posts: 2,387
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I also like the Purex 3-in-1 product for its simplicity, but one warning - Unless there is an unscented version which I haven't found, they have a fairly strong oder even before you use them. I keep the open package in a freezer bag & the compartment they are in still smells strong enough to water my eyes...
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10-10-2011, 06:04 PM
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Senior Member
Trailer: 2008 Oliver Legacy Elite
Posts: 904
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I bought a tiny pump bottle of Method laundry detergent at a local store. About the size of a shampoo bottle, but promised 20 plus loads. And, it delivered. I stored it in the laundry bag with no issues.
I, like Donna and many others, suffer from contact allergies. I normally use only Arm & Hammer at home. I tried the Purex, but it made me itch. And sneeze.
The Method detergent gave me no issues, happily, though I tested with one load at home before deciding to carry it for the long haul.
I hope the Method detergent is not discontinued. It is no longer on the shelf at the corner supermarket.
Sherry
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10-11-2011, 03:57 PM
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Junior Member
Name: Ray
Trailer: 13 ft Casita
North Carolina
Posts: 6
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This is your lucky day SherryNPaul.
Only your local supermarket is out.
I never heard of Method until your
post for which I thank you. Here's some:
http://www.amazon.com/Method-Laundry.../dp/B002YD7TTQ
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10-11-2011, 05:38 PM
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Senior Member
Name: Ana
Trailer: 1979 13' boler
New Hampshire
Posts: 109
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target carries the method detergent as well.
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10-17-2011, 03:53 PM
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Senior Member
Name: Hazel
Trailer: Trillium
Saskatchewan
Posts: 588
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Many, many years ago, when I was young and single and footloose, a friend and I went tent camping for an entire summer. We had a tiny car, a tiny tent, some basic pots etc, and a tiny bag of clothing each. Once in a while we did laundry in the dish pan and hung things around the campsite to dry. The slowest things to dry were our cotton panties - and these we sometimes finished off by hanging them on the arial for the radio.
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10-17-2011, 05:47 PM
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Senior Member
Name: Norm and Ginny
Trailer: Scamp 16
Florida
Posts: 7,517
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Confirmation
Quote:
Originally Posted by Hazel in Sk
Many, many years ago, when I was young and single and footloose, a friend and I went tent camping for an entire summer. We had a tiny car, a tiny tent, some basic pots etc, and a tiny bag of clothing each. Once in a while we did laundry in the dish pan and hung things around the campsite to dry. The slowest things to dry were our cotton panties - and these we sometimes finished off by hanging them on the arial for the radio.
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Confirmation that joy requires little..... maybe not eveb cotton panties.
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2014 Honda Odyssey
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10-22-2011, 05:37 AM
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Senior Member
Trailer: 2008 Oliver Legacy Elite
Posts: 904
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Quote:
Originally Posted by RVnNC
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Thanks, Ray!
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10-22-2011, 10:40 AM
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Senior Member
Name: David
Trailer: 16 foot Scamp
Arizona
Posts: 323
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I've never heard of this product till this thread. This is why forums are great! I did a little googling around and they do have a "pure and clean" version of this product that is hypoallergenic. I would prefer that, even though I have no sensitivities. I don't like all that stink. "April morning " scent always smells like "silent dawn" to me I'm going to give the P&C version a try.
Like someone mentioned, I have virtually eliminated cotton from my traveling wardrobe. In my younger climbing days it was well known that "cotton kills" because it just won't dry. Now we have some great alternatives too.
David
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10-23-2011, 06:21 PM
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Senior Member
Trailer: 2008 Oliver Legacy Elite
Posts: 904
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Quote:
Originally Posted by DavidSo
I've never heard of this product till this thread. This is why forums are great! I did a little googling around and they do have a "pure and clean" version of this product that is hypoallergenic. I would prefer that, even though I have no sensitivities. I don't like all that stink. "April morning " scent always smells like "silent dawn" to me I'm going to give the P&C version a try.
Like someone mentioned, I have virtually eliminated cotton from my traveling wardrobe. In my younger climbing days it was well known that "cotton kills" because it just won't dry. Now we have some great alternatives too.
David
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I'm sure you'll like it, David. I'm not big on chemically defined "April", either, notwithstanding the itch factor for me, it never truly smells like April.
Ana, thanks for the info on Target. I'll check that out the next time I'm on that side of town.
Sherry
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10-24-2011, 06:47 PM
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Senior Member
Trailer: 1988 16 ft Scamp Deluxe
Posts: 25,697
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Quote:
Originally Posted by SherryNPaul
..... it never truly smells like April.
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"April" smells like mud/mold and moss in the Pacific NorthWET.
Sorry, couldn't help myself
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Ten Forward - 2014 Escape 5.0 TA
Double Yolk - 1988 16' Scamp Deluxe
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11-17-2011, 09:51 PM
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Senior Member
Name: David
Trailer: 16 foot Scamp
Arizona
Posts: 323
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Well,
I got my "pure and clean" laundry sheets! I love the idea so I'm keeping them, but you should know that even this flavor is HEAVILY scented with "pure and clean" scent . I removed them from the original box and hermetically sealed them in an o-ring gasketed plastic box!
David
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11-18-2011, 08:05 PM
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Member
Name: Julie
Trailer: Future Casita Owner
North Central Texas
Posts: 51
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Laundry - what clothing dries quickly?
I was thinking cotton would be the fabric to use for fulltiming/laundry issues. But you say that takes longer to dry?
What type fabrics or clothing do y'all recommend that are fast drying? I don't see myself heading into town to go to a laundromat all that often...
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11-18-2011, 08:16 PM
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Senior Member
Trailer: 1988 16 ft Scamp Deluxe
Posts: 25,697
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I can't answer the question about fabric types, but from a female friend that full-times she says buy shirts and blouses that AREN'T solid colors. Flowered prints work best, because if you spill mustard on the top, the yellow blends in.. AND, you only need a change for 5-7 days because the people you meet a week from now won't know what you were wearing last week... makes perfect sense to me.
The only other tip I've heard, is microfiber bath towels are best for traveling/camping. They dry quickly. Much, much faster than standard bath towels... especially if you're camping in the WET. I don't currently have microfiber (asking Santa for a couple), but I do know when I've camped for 5-7 days... my two bath towels NEVER completely try out. Nothing worse than trying to dry off after a shower with an already wet towel
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Ten Forward - 2014 Escape 5.0 TA
Double Yolk - 1988 16' Scamp Deluxe
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11-18-2011, 08:18 PM
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Senior Member
Trailer: Scamp
Posts: 7,056
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Jool
I was thinking cotton would be the fabric to use for fulltiming/laundry issues. But you say that takes longer to dry?
What type fabrics or clothing do y'all recommend that are fast drying? I don't see myself heading into town to go to a laundromat all that often...
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For good fast drying clothing look in stores the specialize in backpacking and climbing. Cotton is generally not a good option for outdoor clothing, as the saying goes "cotton kills".
I haven't kept up, but material band names like polartec, body sensor. Clothing manufactures Helly Hanson, Patagonia, Columbia. There's many more than I can remember.
Body Sensor makes T-Shirts that dry fast and are noted for NOT holding body odor. Polartec is a quick drying warm fabric, I've made turtleneck shirts out it. Hoping to make another one before the winter trip.
Stores to look at Cabelas and REI to start with.
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11-18-2011, 08:20 PM
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Member
Name: Julie
Trailer: Future Casita Owner
North Central Texas
Posts: 51
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Donna, thanks! All this info is immensely useful to me. I keep all this in a file for my future fulltiming lifestyle.
I appreciate any and all comments!
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11-18-2011, 08:21 PM
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Senior Member
Trailer: Scamp
Posts: 7,056
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Donna D.
I can't answer the question about fabric types, but from a female friend that full-times she says buy shirts and blouses that AREN'T solid colors. Flowered prints work best, because if you spill mustard on the top, the yellow blends in.. AND, you only need a change for 5-7 days because the people you meet a week from now won't know what you were wearing last week... makes perfect sense to me.
The only other tip I've heard, is microfiber bath towels are best for traveling/camping. They dry quickly. Much, much faster than standard bath towels... especially if you're camping in the WET. I don't currently have microfiber (asking Santa for a couple), but I do know when I've camped for 5-7 days... my two bath towels NEVER completely try out. Nothing worse than trying to dry off after a shower with an already wet towel
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I can attest to the benefits of microfiber towels. I've used microfiber towels since they first came on the market and we carry a couple in the trailer all the time. They dry you and quick rinse and a short drying period and they're ready to use again.
Another thing you might be interested in is "Wet Ones" and "Bath Fresh" these are disposable towelettes for use when a shower isn't available or just need to conserve water.
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11-18-2011, 08:24 PM
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Member
Name: Julie
Trailer: Future Casita Owner
North Central Texas
Posts: 51
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Byron Kinnaman
For good fast drying clothing look in stores the specialize in backpacking and climbing. Cotton is generally not a good option for outdoor clothing, as the saying goes "cotton kills".
I haven't kept up, but material band names like polartec, body sensor. Clothing manufactures Helly Hanson, Patagonia, Columbia. There's many more than I can remember.
Body Sensor makes T-Shirts that dry fast and are noted for NOT holding body odor. Polartec is a quick drying warm fabric, I've made turtleneck shirts out it. Hoping to make another one before the winter trip.
Stores to look at Cabelas and REI to start with.
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Byron, awesome info! Thanks, I'll look into these!!
This forum ROCKS!
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11-18-2011, 09:36 PM
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Senior Member
Name: David
Trailer: 16 foot Scamp
Arizona
Posts: 323
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Jool,
I don't use anything made of cotton. All my wash cloths and towels are microfiber. I found those at Costco. My underwear, socks and T-shirts are all fast wicking microfiber of some sort. Mostly from Cabela's. My shirts are polyester fleece or nylon variants. Once you know what to look for, you can find some nice low cost items in some unlikley places. For instance, I found some nice nylon fishing shirts at Costco for like $20! Costco and Sam'sclubs often have these types of clothes. They are GREAT in hot weather. Polypropylene long underwear is great in cold weather. These new fabrics that all fall under the heading of "microfiber" are very comfortable. They dry very fast, and because of that they don't get that sour smell that cotton does. These fabrics also wear like iron and last for years without showing much wear. Here are some sources that I cruise for bargains:
Cabela's
REI
Campmor
Costco
Unfortunately, there are probably more choices for men than women because they are mostly meant for outdoor use. That is changing for sure, but stilll not equal. If you don't mind cross dressing a bit here and there, you can certainly dress well. By the way, I own a kilt too! I love it for driving and hot weather . I don't give up any advantage to satisfy societal norms .
Stumptown Kilts, made in Portland OR
David
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