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These waterproof, windproof matches burn in heavy rain and even while wet!
- Match will not go out until chemical has burned out, then stick can be doused in water to completely extinguish the fire
- Match sticks are 2 3/4 inches long for added safety to keep from burning fingertips
- Two boxes of 25 matches each
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Item 617046
This item contains hazardous or flammable materials and is restricted to surface shipping only.
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REI Storm Proof Matches Specs
Specification | Description |
| Weight | 0.65 oz. (per box) |
| Dimensions | 2.75 inches |
REI Storm Proof Matches Customer Reviews
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by PowerReviewsPros
- Easy to use (17)
- Lightweight (17)
- Functional (16)
- Compact (15)
Cons
- Ineffective (5)
Best Uses
- Backcountry camping (18)
- Survival (17)
- Campgrounds (13)
- Winter camping (13)
- Day trips (11)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual adventurer (12), Avid adventurer (9)
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist (6), Comfort driven (4)
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Pros
- Functional
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Backcountry Camping
- Campgrounds
- River
- Survival
- Trips
Comments about REI Storm Proof Matches:
It does make an interesting bar trick to bet someone you can dunk a match in water and still have it light.
But seriously, i don't understand people who reads "storm proof" and immediately goes and dunks the box in water, and then complains that the box won't light. It's just splitting hairs.
There's something to be said about "worst-case" scenarios, but let's also exercise a little common sense. Step 1: keep your matches and strikers in a ziplock bag. Step 2: None. just follow step 1.
the matches come with sealed, spare strikers which are harder and more durable than the side of the box. I actually don't even carry the box any more, just the spare strikers and matches. put them in a ziplock bag with a few pellets of sillica gel.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist
Pros
- Burn 5-10 sec
- Easy to Use
- Functional
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Backcountry Camping
- Campgrounds
- Day Trips
- River
- Survival
- Trips
- Winter Camping
Comments about REI Storm Proof Matches:
I used these when I couldn't start a fire with my fire steel and they work very well. I soaked six in water over night and four worked after two-three strikes, and two worked in one.
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Minimalist
Pros
- Compact
- Easy to Use
- Functional
- Lightweight
Cons
- Have to let them burn out
Best Uses
- Backcountry Camping
- Campgrounds
- Survival
- Winter Camping
Comments about REI Storm Proof Matches:
These matches are great as a survival tool or to start a fire at a campsite. They even burn underwater, which amazed me the first time I experimented with one of these matches. They burn for a long time and give off many sparks, almost like a mini sparkler.
Pros
- Compact
- Easy to Use
- Functional
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Backcountry Camping
- Day Trips
- Survival
- Trips
- Winter Camping
Comments about REI Storm Proof Matches:
While the guy that tested these by soaking them first may be right, if you are smart and keep them in a waterproof container until needed these matches will be a life saver!!! The burn HOT and long, so even lighting cold wet tinder is a breeze!!!
Pros
- Compact
- Easy to Use
- Functional
- Lightweight
Cons
- Child warning
Best Uses
- Backcountry Camping
- Campgrounds
- Day Trips
- River
- Survival
- Trips
Comments about REI Storm Proof Matches:
The days of lighting a match, cupping it in your hand and then experiencing frustration when the wind blows it out before you're able to light your stove or fire are over. Once lit these matches will not go out for the 11-12 seconds that the chemical burns. Wind will not blow them out and rain will not dowse them. I accidentally left several matches in my shirt pocket, subjected them to an entire wash cycle, let them dry, and they worked fine. Warning: once lit the will burn until the match chemical is expended. Children should use them only under careful adult supervision if at all.
Pros
- Compact
- Easy to Use
- Functional
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Backcountry Camping
- Campgrounds
- Day Trips
- River
- Survival
- Trips
- Winter Camping
Comments about REI Storm Proof Matches:
These burn perfectly even when placed underwater. Just realize you have to let them burn out entirely because you can't blow them out.
Pros
- Compact
- Dependable
- Easy to Use
- Functional
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Backcountry Camping
- River
- Survival
- Trips
- Wilderness Travel
- Winter Camping
Comments about REI Storm Proof Matches:
This was the match I used to light my MSR Whisperlite International after pitching my tent in the blowing snow on the side of Cashmere Mountain earlier this year. The Match was totally unaffected by the wind and condensation in the air and at 10:00 PM that’s a good thing. I don’t leave home without them.
Pros
- Compact
- Easy to Use
- Functional
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Backcountry Camping
- Campgrounds
- Day Trips
- River
- Survival
- Trips
- Winter Camping
Comments about REI Storm Proof Matches:
Make sure you bring the little pieces of cardboard to strike the matches on. I didn't bring those and I couldn't get them to light no matter what I tried to strike them on. Nice matches though, works great for windy conditions.
- Gift:
- No
- What Is Your Gear Style:
- Comfort Driven
Pros
- Compact
- Easy to Use
- Functional
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Backcountry Camping
- Survival
Comments about REI Storm Proof Matches:
These matches are impossible to put out once they light. Wind, rain and snow can't keep it down. I've dropped it into a cup of water for a few seconds, and the match continues to burn after I pull it out. This will work when you absolutely, positively need a flame.
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Light Easily
Cons
- Ineffective
Best Uses
- Backcountry Camping
- Survival
Comments about REI Storm Proof Matches:
So, I ran out of my nice, wax coated waterproof matches, and ventured to my local REI to acquire more. Now apparently the kind I knew and loved aren't made anymore, but I saw these, and figured what the hell? So I bought the[$] box of 30 (expensive, but a potential lifesaver.) When I arrived home, I drenched a match under the sink, then promptly lit it. It burned without trouble. I then lit another match and drenched it while it burned. It went out, but as soon as i stopped the flow of water, it relit itself. Impressed, I took them on a packing trip a few days later. When we arrived at camp and wanted to get a fire going, I whipped out these, wanting to test my shiny new matches before my flint and normal, strike anywhere matches that I had packed just in case. Now, let me make something very clear: I am not, nor do I pretend to be, a competent fire-starter. But I used seven or so and failed to get a fire going. The reason was, in clear violation of some law of physics, these matches do not burn up! They burn out, which is less than ideal for the way I had set up the fire. I took out my strike anywhere matches, and with two matches the fire was blazing. They certainly light, but the combination of the incredibly rapid speed they burn at and the strange direction of the flame makes them next to useless. I'll stick with my Zippo and Kitchen matches, thank you very much.
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- Comfort Driven
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