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How to Clean Insulated Lunch Cooler Bags & Remove Odour

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  In your daily life, you may ask how can I clean my  lunch bags  or cooler bags? Without a doubt, over time the contents leak, spill and leave an unpleasant surprise inside when the lunch bag returns home. Can I just throw it in the washer, or do I have to hand wash it? Can They Be Machine Washed? Many people threw these stinky lunch bags into the washing machine without any problem. However, the type of each lunch bag varies. Although some can withstand the agitation of the washing machine, others may literally fall apart at the seams from all of the rough action in the washing machine. If so, check the care label/instructions. Hand Washing Lunch Bags? For those lunch bags that just need a quick cleaning, or are not made to tolerate the washing machine, a good hand washing will do the trick. You Will Need: Dish detergent Water Soft cloths or sponges Towels Steps to Clean the Lunch Bag: Begin by filling the sink with warm water. Add a small amount of dish detergent ...

How to Assemble MIER LANSHAN 1-2 Person Backpacking Tent

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  MIER mountaineering 1-2 person  camping tent  is a super-light option for weight-conscious backpackers, peak-baggers, and bike tourers from fall to spring. It built the walls out of no-see-um mesh for maximum ventilation and airflow, with silicone treatments and PU coatings, the fly and floor ensure reliable protection when wet weather tries to dampen your trips. There are mesh storage pockets inside the tent for smaller items like your keys and headlamps. This tent can be easily removed to enjoy the functionality of a tarp. There are no poles inside the packaging, but you can use the trekking poles. Perfect for 1 or 2-man 3-season adventures where you are concerned about weight. Learning how to assemble MIER LANSHAN 1-2 Person Backpacking Tent with the following tips: Step 1 Stakeout 4 corners of the tent. Step 2 Insert one end of trekking pole into grommet at the bottom center of front. Step 3 Stake out guy-lines. Step 4 Stake out vestibules.

Basic Skills You Must Know for Outdoor Survival

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  Nowadays, people are living a busy life between home and work so that most of them couldn’t have an opportunity to go outdoor or even know about outdoor common sense. Going for outdoor sports is really an exciting activity because you will come across kinds of wildlife you would never meet before, see the view which never exists in the city. Why not have a try to go outdoor? No matter you’re an outdoor beginner or an expert, it is necessary to master outdoor survival skills. Here are some basic skills to get you prepared just in case.      1. Find and purify water As the finding shows that people can only survive three days in wildness without water, water is the priority in outdoor survival. The resources of water can be various: Rain & Snow: If there is no river or lake near your outdoor hiking or camping place. Collecting rain or snow for drink by  bottles  or  water bags  is a way you can get water. By the way, b...

How to Assemble MIER LANQIAO 1-Person Backpacking Tent

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  Equally, at home in campgrounds and remote alpine meadows, the three-season MIER LANQIAO  camping tent  provides ample living space without weighing you down. MIER dome tent is a perfect choice for hiking, camping, backpacking, music festivals and so on. The versatile, double-wall design features 2 poles with clips on the tent for rapid setup, and double doors and vestibules for easy entry and gear storage. Water-repellent fabric and fully taped waterproof seams seal-off your tent from the rain while strong aluminum poles and heavy-duty tie-downs stand tough against the wind. This tent also has large mesh doors to allow for enhanced ventilation. For lightweight missions, the fly combines with the footprint to make a streamlined shelter. Learning how to assemble MIER LANQIAO 1-Person Backpacking Tent with the following tips: Step 1 Stake the footprint. Step 2 Assemble poles. Step 3 Insert poles tips into the grommets. Step 4 Connect all tent hooks to poles. Step 5 Place ...

Why to Choose MIER Gym Bag

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  Did you ever have to lug sweaty, stinky clothes to the office/home in a plastic grocery bag? Oh no, why did not choose a handy  gym bag ? The right one can keep all of your gear organized, you’ll want to quickly find headphones, locker keys, ID cards, and a host of other small items. MIER gym bag  is the best bag for anyone who wants to bring fresh clothes to the gym and take sweaty clothes home again without your gear resembling a fragrant swamp. The advantage of MIER gym bag: Large separate shoe/laundry compartment fits most size shoes. Multiple pockets help you keeping everything organized so you don't have to waste time fishing around for little things. Build quality, MIER sports gym bags are all made from quality materials that are water and rip-resistant and have securely sewn seams. Some bags have reinforced materials on the sides and base. Especially high quality “MIER” logo zipper. Comfortable carrying, the detachable/adjustable shoulder strap with padded ...

How to Clean a Backpack

  A backpack maybe is a major investment that needs to take care of. Whether you’re wearing a daypack or large backpack, sweat salts and skin oils can seep into shoulder straps and belts. Grease spots may form from cooking splatters. All these can attract dirt over time, degrading the fabric. Zippers can get gunked up, making them difficult to use. Bugs or any other small animals also will be attracted to food scraps in pockets. So, there are plenty of reasons why you should keep the bag clean. That is what you need whether doing a light cleaning or deep cleaning: Mild soap---no spice and additive. Don’t use regular detergent or fabric softener as these may damage the material. Cleaning sponge or towel. Soft nylon hairbrush or used toothbrush. Techniques for Cleaning Your Backpack First of all, you should follow the manufacturer’s cleaning recommendation of industry rather than someone else. For example, some advice you submerge a backpack in a bathtub, others may not. Usually, pl...

How to Clean a Camping Tent

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  After a weekend in nature, it's no surprise to come home with a dusty, grimy camping tent . But if it is too dirty, you may start to notice ugly stains, bad smells or zippers that don't work as well as they used to. Cleaning the tents  can solve these problems, and it's not hard to do. Here are the basic steps: Collect equipment/supplies : you may need to prepare cold to lukewarm water, mild fragrance-free dish soap, cleaner designed specifically for outdoor gear and clothing, nonabrasive sponge or cloth, bathtub or other large tubs. Clean and soak : first clean the dirty areas on-site, then soak the tent in foamy water. To handle very dirty work, follow our deep cleaning tips. Wash and dry : be sure to clean your tent thoroughly and dry it completely before storing it.  Here’s a light-cleaning of the dirty tent: Clean with soap on the spot : gently clean any particularly dirty areas with a rag or sponge and a small amount of mild detergent. Get the tub ready : pou...

Insulated Lunch Bag Buyers’ Guide

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  How to keep lunch warm? The best way to keep your food is by using an  insulated lunch bag . An insulated bag has two walls, with a vacuum in-between. There must be a medium needed if to carry the heat absorbed by the inner wall to the outer wall. So, without air, there is no heat that will escape into the surroundings, and the lunch box doesn't heat up either. These bags are also used by pizza delivery men too. Please remember that the lunch bag only keeps the food around it already is, so putting the food into the insulated bag after it has already heated up to your desired warmth and seal the insulated lunch bags well. Also, there's one thing you should keep in mind is that every time your opening of the lunch bag may cause heat loss, making the food be cool. So don’t open the lunch bag until lunchtime. How long will the insulated lunch bags keep food cool? Be hot or cool, the insulated lunch bag can keep the food at ...

Tips on Winter Camping for Beginners

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  Talking about winter camping, what picture would occur in your mind? Unlike the summer season, winter camping brings a totally new part to your outdoor experience. You are far from the crowds, in a hushed tranquil world of white. What’s more, you can feel the ice crack beneath you which never happened in summer. But the frostbite and hypothermia would catch you if you don’t prepare fully for the extreme cold weather. When going into cold weather conditions it is your responsibility to have the proper knowledge, experience, and equipment to travel safely. And this blog would give you some tips on winter camping. Start Your Camping Early Than Winter Season If you are the first time to camp in winter, trying to start in autumn, when the weather is cool enough, maybe it will snow and you can adapt to the weather in advance. Choose A Suitable Destination For your first winter camping, choosing a place that you are familiar with or is closed to your house allows you to quit if you feel...

What to Wear Hiking

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  There is a saying that when in Rome, do as the Romans do which means we should do the right things in different situations. This article offers some hiking attire for choosing when hiking. What to Wear Hiking (the Quick-and-Dirty List): No denim jeans or cotton tees :  The features of cotton absorbing the water may keep you feeling sweaty in hot temps and chills you when the weather changes. Polyester, nylon, or merino wool undies (and everything else) :  These materials are ideals for next-to-skin layers such as briefs, tees, sports bras, or long underwear, and for socks, thanks to their moisture management ability, moving sweat off skin and drying fast. Comfortable yet sturdy pants :  Moving freely and breathable is your hiking pants first choice. Meanwhile, the features of sturdy will protect your leg from shred by branches and boulders, making the journey more safe. A warm jacket:  A jacket lined with fleece inside or water-re...

How to Choose a Tent for Camping

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  For many of us camping with our friends and families is a great summer pastime. Be on the campground or only in the nearby for activities, this article offers you good advice to choose a camping tent - your home away from home. Tent sleeping capacity When choosing the tent, first choose a model based on your group size and whether you might need additional space for extra friends, gear or dogs. Keep in mind that, however, no industry standard exists that defines per-person tent dimensions. When evaluating tent capacity ratings, our general advice is this: Assume a close fit. But more capacity of tents will have to take into consideration if is to need more room, especially if you or your camping companion(s): are large people are claustrophobic toss and turn at night sleep better with more than average elbow room are bringing a small child or a dog Tents Seasonality 3-season tents By far the most popular tent is 3-season tents, a lightweight shelter designed for the relativ...