Backpackers Cache Bear Resistant Container

by Backpacker's Cache

Product Description

Garcia Machine has pioneered the development of bear resistant food containers. Since 1982 they have worked with wildlife specialists to develop light weight containers that campers can count on to keep their food safe from wild animals. Documented studies have shown that the use of these containers has drastically reduced the seriousness and frequency of camper/bear incidents. Keeping your backpacking food from wild animals is crucial for an enjoyable and safe outdoor experience. Allowing bears access to human food can lead to dangerous conditioned behavior. It is tragic that every year nuisance bears that become a threat to humans must be destroyed. The Model 812 Backpackers' Cache will keep your food and the bears safe. PRODUCT FEATURES: Material: ABS polymer Model 812 Backpackers' Cache: 8.8" dia. X 12" long, weight 2.7 lbs. Capacity: 614 cubic inches Holds approximately 6 person-days of food. 812 , Backpackers Cache Bear Resistant Container , bear vault , rear resistant container , backpacking hiking , bear country

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• ASIN: B003ZZWBWC
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #24,681 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)
  • #35 in Sports & Outdoors > Outdoor Recreation > Camping & Hiking > Safety & Survival > Bear Protection

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37 of 37 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Not Just for Bears, March 11, 2008

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Fritz R. Ward "dayhiker" (Crestline, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Backpackers Cache Bear Resistant Container (Misc.)

I've used bear canisters for hiking since the early 1990s. Indeed, in the summer of 1990, I was one of several hikers who volunteered to use them in Sequoia/King's Canyon National Parks to help the Park Service decide if they were useful. I was so impressed I immediately purchased one, and recently my father got one as well. The Park Service, for its part, mandates their use in Yosemite and Sequoia, but these are recommended anywhere there is a sizable black bear population.

Garcia was the first of the canisters and is still the most popular. The new model, with the bowed out middle can hold almost 6 days worth of (dehydrated) food. My older model holds more like 5, but fits better in a pack. The top is clasped tight by two locks which can be easily opened with a small coin like a dime or a penny, but not a fingernail, or claw. The one downside is that it is a little unwieldy in an exterior frame pack, especially the newer model. You may want to purchase the carrying case that attaches easily to a pack.

Of course, the main purpose of these canisters is to keep bears from your food. And they do a decent job of that. Indeed, in my experience bear encounters in the back country have declined as canisters have become popular. But any experienced hiker will tell you that bears are the least of your food supply problems. Squirrels, porcupines, and any number of smaller rodents are also food thieves. My best guess is that my Garcia canister has done far more to protect my food from these denizens of the woods than it has kept the bears away. Of course, keeping animals from your food in the long run does them a favor as well. All in all, this is a useful, and increasingly required, piece of backpacking gear. Get it and hit the trails.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great design, July 26, 2009

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Bob (San Francisco, CA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Backpackers Cache Bear Resistant Container (Misc.)

This is a very well designed, well made bear canister which will protect your food from bears, squirrels, and all other animals. I've had this canister for several years and used it on many trips without any problems. This is the same canister used in the Yosemite National Park canister rental program. It can be hard to sleep in the backcountry but it's easier when you know your food is away from your tent and safe. It weighs a couple ounces more than some other products, but I think the extra weight is worth the top quality and bomb proof construction.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One Less Concern, August 29, 2009

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M. Fuentes - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Backpackers Cache Bear Resistant Container (Misc.)

It stores just a little more than I expected; fits easily in my pack; holds snug to trees overnight; a great stool; locks securely; and easily opens with a coin or zipper. But like others have said, flip it upside down if it rains, or loads of water will seep in.

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