Hello all, I posted this else where but though some of you might like it as well. I recently got a GSI cup and Guyot ss 38 oz bottle. I got a chance to take them out a couple times, nothing major but I like both of these alot.

My edc and small day hike bag is a Maxpedition Jumbo versipack, very nice pack. It has worked well for me during the time I injured my shoulder and went through the recovery. It was alot easier to get things out of instead of pants pockets.

Here is the Maxpedition Jumbo versipack.



It is a very tight fit for the cup. I had to remove the handles and store them in the top pocket. I looped a piece of 550 para cord through the handle slots to help pull the cup out. I found by placing the handle slots away from the side of the bag it comes out easier.

Here it is tucked away in its pouch.



Here you can see the cup at the bottom of the bag, notice the od para cord.




Here it is being pulled out by the para cord.



The para cord is wrapped around the side to take away the stress from the slots when I pull on it to get it out of the pouch.




I cut about three inches of the inner strands out of the cord and then heated and pulled the cord to give me a pointed end to run through the slots. It helps alot.

Here you can see the para cord point. Its rough but it works.



I used some stripped pieces of high viz para cord for the handle covers. It helps with cold or hot. A tip, once I got the para cord on the handles I heated the ends with the cord on the handle. That way they will not unravel, but will still move up or down.









I engraved one and two cup marks on the inside to help with measurements. I called the company and was informed how to do it to prevent possible rust. Immediately after engraving put lemon juice on it and let it sit for a hour. Empty and rinse with cold water. Then let dry. Once dry you can wash it with soap and water. So far no rust.

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The Guyot bottle is great. I have not put it on a stove or fire yet but know that I can do so safely. It is a single wall stainless steel bottle and once you remove the top there is no plastic on it to melt. You just have to be careful with it getting hot and holding that heat for a bit.

I saw some mods others have done by drilling holes in the mouth and putting in a wire bail to get in and out of the fire, as well as painting it heat safe black paint. I might look into these mods as well. Does anyone have any first hand knowledge on these?


All in all I really like this set up for trips. I have to say though just because it is stainless steel do not think that it is indestructable. I actually got a manufacture defect prior to this one. It was ground too thin around the top and actually leaked water from a microscopic hole in the steel.

Here is the complete set up,

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by the way this is the defective one so you know what to look out for. It is like a grind mark.

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Hope you liked the quick review.
thanks for looking

Sar

Way to go Sar. NICE idea with the cup handles.

Nice job, Sar. I like the GSI cup too, I just wish they offered an SS lid for it. If you or anyone else comes across something compatible with it, please let me know.

Sar, I like your modification with the cord to get the cup out of the pouch. I have been using an Olicamp cup for years and have been squeezing the bottom of the pouch to work it out every time. Ounces are already marked on these.



Seems the solution was too simple for me to see. Thanks for being smarter than me. I will be setting up my cup like yours.

I don't know if they have what you are looking for, but you might check here:

http://canteenshop.com/id82.html

I need this

I use the heck out of my Guyot/Nalgene stainless bottles. They are pretty dinged up from being kicked around the gym.

Nice pics and a great setup SAR . Good insentive for me to organize myself better lol .

Brother you and me both!

I used to be pretty squared away, and then life happened. I used to do all kinds of activities and hobbies, including a great night life,( from what I can remember)

Now I'm lucky to have time o post here.

Take care and get out there!

I recently found a thread and how to video on making your own tight fitting lid. It's not stainless steel but gets the job done. When I'm by my home base pc I'll copy the link for you.


Take care

Sar

Skunk: Thanks for that link my friend, unfortunately I didn't find anything on their site.

Sar: Thanks for that info as well, amigo. However, I've found something MUCH better!

Gentlemen, I am pleased to report that I have found the PERFECT solution to this dilemma. Check this out:

http://www.amazon.com/Cuisinart-7MS2-32-...2007&sr=8-1

I just purchased a pair of these from my local Bed Bath & Beyond for 15 bucks. You get two of these little pots, both with lids. The lids fit PERFECTLY on the GSI cup. Not only that, actually the pot itself also fits in the GSI cup, though I don't know if this would be useful. If someone can think of a reason, please comment.

I need to find a way to upload pics so you guys can see this. Again, intel would be appreciated.

These little guys are MUCH nicer than the GSI cup to be honest. A much thicker stainless steel. Too bad they don't make a deeper pot.

I think I remember reading that someone found a small container of some kind at Bed Bath and Beyond that fit that size cup perfectly. You might try that if you have one anywhere near you.