haste just before we left and did not have a chance to try them. I
used insulating bubblewrap from Homebase. This is made from bubblewrap
sandwiched between two sheets of metal foil. The theory is that you
start cooking and get the food and water boiling. Then you pop the pot
in the cozy and let it sit there. The cozy keeps the heat in and
continues to cook the food. With rice and pasta it is almost possible
to cook it completly. We found that it needed a couple of minutes back
on te heat to finish.
The results were really good. We were able to cook 2 pot meals such as
rice and curry or pasta and sauce without one part being cold when
served. It also reduced the amount of gas we used so was also a weight
saver. Another benifit was the the cozy insulated the pot whilst
eating. Thus kept the food hot whilst not burning my hands or lap.
We also made a wind break to protect the stove from the wind. In the
past I have used pots and pans and other items as a wind break which
was not very efficient. I was concerned that the plastic would melt
and sink, however after a weeks use it still seems unharmed.
The only downside was that the roll cost £17 from Homebase. Wickes do
a cheaper product but it is only single sided with metal. Several
backpacking online shops sell smaller bits but at inflated places.
Fortunatly I have other uses planned for some of the rest of the roll.
It would make an ace spaceman outfit.
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