Coffee.......can someone explain

[mark444]

OK, newbie here. I usually only drink coffee at work, not at home, but think I would enjoy brewing some while camping in the future. What are the different "types" fo coffee makers that people use while bike camping. I have heard of a "coffee press" but have no idea what that is??? I was brought up around the perkcolating type of coffee makers........sorta like what we use at work (Mr. Coffee or equal). I would be using a coleman propane single burner stove for weekend camping, and probably a coleman 533 dual-fuel version for a future long-distance ride (hopefully, to Alaska and back someday). I don't care for the thought of dumping coffee crystals in a cup of hot water......want the "real" stuff.
thanks
mark444

[narcop482]

Welcome............. I use the X-Press stainless steel coffee press sold through REI and Campmour. It's great. Lightweight and "stupid" easy to use. Just add water, boil water, put in your fresh ground (medium to coarse) coffee grinds and wait 4 minutes. After the 4 minutes, push the plunger down slowly pushing all the grinds to the bottom. Perfect cup of coffee every time. P^P^

[bigTom]

I've got a 30 year old Comet brand stove top percolator. It's perked a ton of coffee on a single burner stove.

Keith (Blues Traveler) and Bob (AzDesertRider) (and others I'm sure) are using a Stove Top Espresso Maker that really works. Keith has the 'big' one, it makes about 3 cups of really strong coffee, quick.

[mark444]

We use the Maxwellhouse coffee singles. They're fool proof, and make a decent cup of coffee.

G wizz

Hey G..........are the "singles" placed into a perculator type pot (with a tray in the top for the coffee grinds)?? (see, I told you I was new at this.........:eek:)

[MATT JH]

I was doing cowboy coffee. Boil your grounds and water a couple minutes, dropping a little cold water in, to sink the grounds to he bottom and enjoy. Now I use Starbucks instant. Not bad.

[TXST_Rider]

I've been carrying a small percolator - works over a fire (but blackens the pot) or over a stove heat source. I use a coarse grind and it works well.

Jim (narcop482) - how do you keep the grounds out of the coffee with a press? I've tried a coffee press at home a number of times but was never successful at keeping them out - and I really really dislike grounds in my coffee...

[Ozarkcowboy]

Folgers singles are what I use.Pack well,keep well and any x-tra hot H2O can be used for instant oatmeal,soups/dehydrated meals or even for clean-up.

[denny]

I like strong Coffee, but Caffeine makes me crazy. So even at home I have to make mine separate from everyone else. I use a single cup brewer something like this, campers version. This one is on my list of gear wanted. It folds up to a 1" thick disc.

http://media.rei.com/media/vv/a11f8db8-e5f2-4803-8484-f7c7713868d1.jpg

http://www.rei.com/product/798277

[Rich Johnston]

I've found that a coffee press is super easy and makes the best coffee. Here's what I'm using this coming season.
http://www.rei.com/product/784620

[jkane13]

I don;'t drink coffee, but my wife can't function without it. I get up a couple hours before her most days and make coffee for when she does wake up. Form many years, we had a peculator type and I'd put it over the fire. Worked just fine.

A couple years ago, she got a "french press". It is a clear lexan looking thing with a plunger that pushes down from the top. I just heat the water in any container, I use the old peculator, and pour it in the press. Then put the coffee on top. She pre-measures it for me in baggies because I have no idea what I am doing! Let it sit for a few minutes and the grounds start to sink. Then when she is up, she presses the plunger down and pours the coffee straight down her thought. Just kidding, she puts it in a camp cup and adds a little cold water so she can drink it faster though!

For me, if I am in the mood, which is seldom, I will have a store bought Iced Coffee thing in the cooler and drink one of those. Easy and quick. Plus cold, which is the way I prefer my drinks.

[George]

Here's one I've done as a trial (http://www.ehow.com/how_2125371_make-emergency-coffee-maker.html), there's always an empty Gatorade bottle laying around (if no one has used it as a pee bottle the night before! :eek: :)

I plan to carry the "makings" this season for more formal gatherings. I use Folgers instant for a single cup when I'm camping alone and/or some of the single serves if I'm not out. Always a jar of instant in the kit.

[DILLIGAF61]

OK, newbie here. I usually only drink coffee at work, not at home, but think I would enjoy brewing some while camping in the future. What are the different "types" fo coffee makers that people use while bike camping. I have heard of a "coffee press" but have no idea what that is??? I was brought up around the perkcolating type of coffee makers........sorta like what we use at work (Mr. Coffee or equal). I would be using a coleman propane single burner stove for weekend camping, and probably a coleman 533 dual-fuel version for a future long-distance ride (hopefully, to Alaska and back someday). I don't care for the thought of dumping coffee crystals in a cup of hot water......want the "real" stuff.
thanks
mark444

OK I take my morning dosage of caffeine very very seriously I have a cabella's 6 cup percolator as my 1st line of defense however percolating coffee is the worst thing to do to your beans my next weapon against sunrise is a french press arguably the best way to treat your beans and remember fresh ground is best here's a few links to great coffee

http://www.rei.com/product/784620

http://www.rei.com/product/784116

XK-517720 <--cabellas item no.

http://www.koacoffee.com/index.html

ps. all links are items I have and use

[ImRubicon]

I just got back from the Corpus area and was in a hotel three days . I asked the cleaning person for a few extra packets of coffee and she gave me 4 of them
They are a small pot serving in a mesh bag , Boile water and add them to it ,wait a few min fish the bag out and I have a couple of cups of hot coffee and its not bad,

[George]

I just got back from the Corpus area and was in a hotel three days . I asked the cleaning person for a few extra packets of coffee and she gave me 4 of them
They are a small pot serving in a mesh bag , Boile water and add them to it ,wait a few min fish the bag out and I have a couple of cups of hot coffee and its not bad,

I've used those too, Rubicon. Picked up several at WeSTOC last summer. I dump one per quart of water and set to boil. Coffee in a few minutes. All out now but I'll pick up more. Wonder if anyone sells'em retail? Never seen'em at the store, only the indiviudals.

[bigTom]

George, I think your local Smart N Final might have them. I remember seeing them at some point in my career..

Edit: I have used a modified drip system as described above, when my old stove took it's final dump. Not the one George was there to photograph, the LAST one. I 'warmed up' water on a small morning fire and dumped it carefully through the grounds strainer in my percolater. Twice. I used my thermos for the transfer unit.

[George]

Todd (Mean ST) has an old aluminum pot that works just as my "emergency pot". Made that way, it's a family heirloom. We used it at the January ride. Kinda heavy and cumbersome for camping but Todd brings it all in the back of his Avalanche. :D

[bvail]

One word: JetBoil (or is that two words). Stove/mug/french press/butane bottle all stowed in mug. Works GREAT!

[tkhattabaugh]

I was doing cowboy coffee. Boil your grounds and water a couple minutes, dropping a little cold water in, to sink the grounds to he bottom and enjoy. Now I use Starbucks instant. Not bad.

Ditto on the Starbucks Via instant coffee. Even received the Editor's Choice award from Backpacker magazine. I used my Jetboil for a few years, but after tasting the Starbucks I switched.

[SCoffman1]

The Jetboil System has a french press option that I use. You boil the water, put in the coffee grounds and let it sit for a few minutes. Then you press the coffee grounds to the bottom with the french press and pour off the coffee. It makes a really good cup of coffee. Alternatively, carry some of the Folgers coffee bags and make your coffee with those.
Either way, the Jetboil is a nice option and packs a small footprint.

[bvail]

Since the JetBoil pot is an insulated mug, I just push the French press thingie down and sip through the lid. Stays a bit warmer that way...

I tried boiling water in a pot to heat canned food like chili or Dinty Moore stew, but uses way to much butane to be effective. Instead I use the Coleman single burner and an old coffee can for a boiler with the can-o-chili heating up in the boiling water. The JetBoil does work great for just boiling water for freeze dried foods. Boil the water, pour water in bag and have a brew while the meal is rehydrating.

[SidecarMike]

I just picked up a used one of these off of Craigslist for $10;
It was the hit of the campground. Makes great coffee. I only wish they offered a metal carafe instead of the glass one. Then you could reheat it if necessary. As it is, they tell you to turn it off when it stops brewing.
The instructions say the carafes are the same as Mr Coffee ones, so I'm sure I'll find one somewhere.
http://media.rei.com/media/748741.jpg

[nortonkicker]

I constantly have people ask me what is the best for making coffee. If you pack a large stove and cookpot set, then you have a lot of choices. Perculators, drip pots, coffee presses, etc. GSI Outdoors has a good variety of compact coffee makers. I like my (small) "5" diameter x 3/8" thick drip filter that clips onto any mug. Put your coffee in the permanent filter, clip it on your mug, and pour hot water in it. To use these products you must have a stove and a pot to heat the water in. If you currently have no stove, the Jetboil with Java Press is as good as it gets. A stove, pot, fuel cannister, and coffee press that all pack up in a 6" diameter x 9" high package. We have sold over 100 Jetboils in the past year with NO complaints whatsoever. They do the job in a small package and they work.

[bvail]

I just picked up a used one of these off of Craigslist for $10;
It was the hit of the campground. Makes great coffee. I only wish they offered a metal carafe instead of the glass one. Then you could reheat it if necessary. As it is, they tell you to turn it off when it stops brewing.
The instructions say the carafes are the same as Mr Coffee ones, so I'm sure I'll find one somewhere.
http://media.rei.com/media/748741.jpg

Pour your coffee in a Sierra cup and enjoy. Iffn it gets cold you can heat the cup over the stove.

[SidecarMike]

Pour your coffee in a Sierra cup and enjoy. Iffn it gets cold you can heat the cup over the stove.
I have my own version.

http://www.olive-drab.com/images/canteen_cup_03_700.jpg


24 ounces. Last weekend it served to hold my coffee in the morning, Home made chicken soup at noon, and various adult cold and frosty beverages most of the night. :D
I was thinking of the metal carafe for the benefit of other people who were drinking it out of plastic mugs and styrofoam cups.

[Tumbleweeds]

The kids bought me a couple of stainless wine glasses from REI, for my birthday.Won't tip over easy, light weight,doubles as a coffee cup.$9.99 ea very cool.:java1:

[garnetandblack81]

I recently bought one of these (https://shop.melitta.com/itemdy00.asp?T1=64+007&Cat=) for home use. I bought it at a Bi-Lo. It has its own small filters. Very simple and pretty cheap.
not really necessary, but here's a video demo.

[jabo1945]

This is one thread that just keeps on giving as time goes on.

One method I have used over the years and a very KISS way of having decent coffee on lightly packed camping trips.

If on a camping trip that requires packing light and compact, I have made my usual good coffee at home and froze it in plastic bottles, or usually plastic one quart mayonnaise jars. The frozen jars of coffee also suffices as small ice blocks,, along with the usual necessary crushed ice,, in my cooler to help keep other items cold/cool for a day or so before melting. If the bottled coffee does melt before needing it it just needs to be kept cool to retain it's quality.

Try freezing a sample and doing a test run at home and freezing for a few days and giving it a taste test.
Take it out of the freezer and heat it up and if it doesn't pass the taste test at home, keep on doing it your usual way on trips.

On a short two or three day trip, depending on how much coffee will be needed, you can leave coffee pots, percolators, presses, etc at home to save even more space and lighter packing.

To save space on a light packed mountain bike camping trips, along with frozen coffee, I have also frozen wine in plastic bottles for the same KISS concept of making one item serve multi purposes. Frozen bottles of water (aka large ice cubes) also suffices as drinking water later on. The usual crushed ice will still need to be bought from time to time but maybe not as much.

[kayakinbiker]

I like strong Coffee, but Caffeine makes me crazy. So even at home I have to make mine separate from everyone else. I use a single cup brewer something like this, campers version. This one is on my list of gear wanted. It folds up to a 1" thick disc.

http://media.rei.com/media/vv/a11f8db8-e5f2-4803-8484-f7c7713868d1.jpg

http://www.rei.com/product/798277

I like that 1! I use a plastic thing similar to that idea and use regular dark roast coffe but i woul dlike to get something like that as it's more compact! Where to buy Denny?...

[Yamifj1200]

I picked up one a year or so ago,
Amazon.com: GSI Outdoors 79480 Collapsible Java Drip Coffee Maker: Sports &amp; Outdoors

Makes great coffee and packs very small, I recomend it....

Eric M

[denny]

It's only 12.95 at REI.

http://www.rei.com/product/798277

[Peacekeeper]

I use an old stainless steel percolator that I have had 20 years, works great over a stove or fire.

[ImRubicon]

I use an old stainless steel percolator that I have had 20 years, works great over a stove or fire.

Those always seem to make good coffee P^

[Tango4N]

I recently began using a Personal Java Press, you get 2 cups out of it, and it's really good coffee. My only real beef with it is that it is a PITA to clean the grounds out afterwards.

I might look at the Java Drip, though it's a bit bigger. You use a filter in a "funnel" and it drips into the pot. It is nice to make a pot for a couple people though I often ride alone. Then you just need to pitch the filter with grounds in it, much easier.

Anyone have issues with this (cleaning the press) or am I just a lazy bugger??

I do think press coffee tastes a lot better then drip however....

[DILLIGAF61]

this is the one i have works good too http://www.rei.com/product/784620
question are you using a fine or coarse ground coffee? coarse works better in a french press

my favorite way to make camp coffee is in my cabellas 4 cup stainless steel perculator

:java1:

[Ironheadziggy76]

Okay, we have talked about how to fix it, now tell me what brands of coffee y'all are using. I will probably have to grind mine at home as all the grinders I've seen, only one has a setting for coarse and that was at Sam's Club. I don't know if I want to buy THAT much coffee at one time, I'll need Juan's burro to get it to the truck! P^

[SidecarMike]

Ours is a Mr. Coffee from Walmart. $19.95. It has settings for fine, Medium, and Coarse.
Although I really like Berres Brothers dark roast, we usually buy our second favorite, 8 o'clock brand.

[kayakinbiker]

I recently began using a Personal Java Press, you get 2 cups out of it, and it's really good coffee. My only real beef with it is that it is a PITA to clean the grounds out afterwards.

I might look at the Java Drip, though it's a bit bigger. You use a filter in a "funnel" and it drips into the pot. It is nice to make a pot for a couple people though I often ride alone. Then you just need to pitch the filter with grounds in it, much easier.

Anyone have issues with this (cleaning the press) or am I just a lazy bugger??

I do think press coffee tastes a lot better then drip however....

I use a plastic drip thingie and would love pressed coffee but those are larger than i like to carry..i am going to get that thinge that compresses into its' own canister to make even mor eroom in my bag as a matter of fact..as long as i can get to a restaurant and have a real coffee down the road, i am okay with this..and yep, those grounds can be a messy cleanup!

BTW another Canuckian! WOOHOO!!We WILL take over this forum! HAHA!!..........

[kayakinbiker]

Okay, we have talked about how to fix it, now tell me what brands of coffee y'all are using. I will probably have to grind mine at home as all the grinders I've seen, only one has a setting for coarse and that was at Sam's Club. I don't know if I want to buy THAT much coffee at one time, I'll need Juan's burro to get it to the truck! P^

I love dark roast coffee!

[DILLIGAF61]

http://www.coffeesofhawaii.com/

[Clamper]

Hawaiian Coffee. I have shopped here and ordered from them also. Good Stuff

http://www.sirwilfreds.com/

[denny]

I use decaf espresso roast ground for Turkish.

That fine of a grind does not work so good in a French press, so that's why I use the drip method.
I just love the taste of a REALLY strong cup of coffee, especially when I am moto camping.

[greybeard]

Well guess I'm old fashion,use Maxwellhouse original blend,standard grind,good to the last drop in a stainless steel 9 cup perculator over the stove or open fire makes good coffee just have to give it a minute after done percing to settle

[DILLIGAF61]

Well guess I'm old fashion,use Maxwellhouse original blend,standard grind,good to the last drop in a stainless steel 9 cup perculator over the stove or open fire makes good coffee just have to give it a minute after done percing to settle

Did you know Maxwell House has several grinds?? they have a grind for coffee makers (drip) and another for percolators also

someday we may meet camping and I'll brew you a pot of Kona you'll be forever spoiled after that (unless I break out my stash of Blue Mountain...yum!!)

[kayakinbiker]

Did you know Maxwell House has several grinds?? they have a grind for coffee makers (drip) and another for percolators also

someday we may meet camping and I'll brew you a pot of Kona you'll be forever spoiled after that (unless I break out my stash of Blue Mountain...yum!!)

i've heard about that kona stuff..if it's strong and dark i would love it..

[DILLIGAF61]

i've heard about that kona stuff..if it's strong and dark i would love it..
beans can be roasted anyway you like..

you can buy green beans and roast your own even..

the thing that really makes Kona stand out is how smooth it is no bitterness...yum

you really want something high dollar?? try some Kopi Luwak currently selling for $190.00 for 1 lbs

[Tumbleweeds]

I thought Kona was a lite and mild cup of joe, it was good, but I like more body. I like the french or italian or samatra roasts.We get our beans at world market, they have a grinder there also.You can pick roast,then grind,take home and seal a meal in smaller size's to pack on bike. I'm like greybeard,put in the trusty 9-cup and boil,when done a splash of cold water in the pour spout, settle's the grounds. check out the Bean Forge web-site in Oregon in Coos-bay. The have good beans

[DanceswMtns]

I agree with Tumbleweeds on the french and Italian but my all time favorite is the Starbucks Sumatra in a french press.

[SidecarMike]

beans can be roasted anyway you like..

you really want something high dollar?? try some Kopi Luwak currently selling for $190.00 for 1 lbs
Isn't that the beans that pass through a cat first?
I love the taste of coffee, but not enough for that.
I contend that any coffee can be great, if you make it strong enough and it's never boiled.

[DILLIGAF61]

Isn't that the beans that pass through a cat first?
I love the taste of coffee, but not enough for that.
I contend that any coffee can be great, if you make it strong enough and it's never boiled.

SHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH !!!! here kitty kitty LMAO

any bean can be roasted any amount even Kona can be roasted to a dark french roast

hmm I think I'm going to break out the "Blue Mountain" and drink a pot

[wehteh]

G Whizz
Ordered one from Amazon 34.99 if I remember right,I should have it sometime this week. I travel with a glass beaker french press made by Bodum,works great just afraid I'll break it. If the Thermos Nissan is built and works with the same quality as the Nissan insulated coffee cup I've used for the last decade,I'll be very happy. Will let you know....

Frank

[DILLIGAF61]

heres the one I got at REI works great and even comes with an insulated cup also

http://www.rei.com/product/784620

[Ironheadziggy76]

Was wondering ...
Has anyone used a Thermos Nissan Insulated Gourmet Coffee Press? I was thinking of buying one ...

G wizz

George, I've never used one, but there is one review on Campmor where the person has used it for over 400 days at home with good results. Stated it stayed hot for 45 minutes. They rated it 5 stars.

[wehteh]

George
Received the Thermos Nissan coffee press about an hour ago. As advertised it is of quality construction,all stainless with a hard plastic handle. Plunger is stainless with a fine mesh stainless screen. It is built to last a life time,warranty is for five years on the pot,one year on the plunger. I can't imagine what could break,short of an elephant stepping on it. The only issue I have is there are no measurement indicators on the inside or outside of the pot, so needed to mark 6oz. indicators on the outside so I could calculate how many tablespoons of coffee needed for less than a whole pot. Cup of coffee came out great , no grinds in the cup at all. P^P^P^

[Tumbleweeds]

Beans that pass through a cat. Hmmmmm, never thought of digging through the litter box. I think that one may have a bit too much body!!:D

[DILLIGAF61]

Beans that pass through a cat. Hmmmmm, never thought of digging through the litter box. I think that one may have a bit too much body!!:D
at $190.00 per pound it better have something lol

[wingpilot96]

Starbucks Via French or Italian roast..no muss no fuss..just add hot water!! Forget the coffee pot!!

[aysrav]

Starbucks Via French or Italian roast..no muss no fuss..just add hot water!! Forget the coffee pot!!

I have to agree with this. Nobody loves fresh brewed french roast coffee more than I do, but we used these Via packs from Starbucks on a camping trip last week and they worked great for me! P^

[dray]

I use a jetboil coffee press, also a porcelain peculator, and some times Maxwell house singles,

but I seen this the other day and I'm feeling the need to buy!

http://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/68964?pi=1155621&qs=3012739_g_shopping&subrnd=0

or in red

http://search.coleman.com/cgi-bin/MsmGo.exe?grab_id=0&page_id=1236&query=propane%20coffee%20maker&hiword=COFFE%20MAKE%20MAKERS%20MAKES%20PERCOLATOR% 20PROPANA%20PROPANO%20coffee%20maker%20propane%20

Dray

[ImRubicon]

A old perc pot like Grandpa used and thats most likely the reason as it gives off a great aroma and tastes decent , not starbucks for smooth but smellls and tastes good enough . plus the sound and smells while perc-ing bring back those old feeling when my grandpa made coffee while camping . makes it worth the few grinds and most seem to like the non fancy coffee just fine P^

[Aldawg]

All this talk about coffee. But not 1 person mentioned anything about cream and sugar. Let me guess "real men drink it black" lol. :p Personally, I just usually ride to the nearest gas station or DD. Since we are almost always 2-up, we dont have enough room for luxuries like coffee pots and cookware.

[SidecarMike]

All this talk about coffee. But not 1 person mentioned anything about cream and sugar. Let me guess "real men drink it black" lol. :p Personally, I just usually ride to the nearest gas station or DD. Since we are almost always 2-up, we dont have enough room for luxuries like coffee pots and cookware.

I don't use it myself, but I usually do carry sugar packets and powdered creamer.
I save enough money cooking my own food to pay for my trailer and cookware in a single season. And I very seldom serve myself a bad meal. :D

Last week, coming back from Milwaukee, I paid way too much for a prime rib dinner that was so bad I couldn't eat it. It seriously tasted like it had been marinated in kerosene and the pre-baked potato was so old the pulp was transparent. When I complained to the manager, his response was, "Well, not everyone likes everything on our menu. Come again soon!"
Not likely.

[Indianscout]

Last week, coming back from Milwaukee, I paid way too much for a prime rib dinner that was so bad I couldn't eat it. It seriously tasted like it had been marinated in kerosene and the pre-baked potato was so old the pulp was transparent. When I complained to the manager, his response was, "Well, not everyone likes everything on our menu. Come again soon!"
Not likely.


I wonder how long they will be in business with an attitude like that???

[lytle1gw]

Need to put names of places like that out, so that no other unsuspecting motocamper is caught off guard. I got no problem telling others when I find a bad place to eat.

[ltexfisher]

I'm using the Starbucks Press, came with a lesson and a cup of coffee to break it in.
REI didn't offer either

[Yogi]

I was thinking of trying that Starbucks Via and yes I do drink my coffee black P^

[SidecarMike]

Need to put names of places like that out, so that no other unsuspecting motocamper is caught off guard. I got no problem telling others when I find a bad place to eat.
I didn't pay attention to the name of the place, but will make a note of it next time I'm in the area. It was near Berlin, WI.

My son is a chef. I know how restarant staff changes quickly, so sometimes hate to condemn a place based on one meal.
The only places I uneqivically condemn are the Iron Skillet on I94 and U.S. 51 south of Wisconsin Dells and the Mom and Pop Restaurant at exit 115 in Black River Falls. I've given each a number of chances and they failed each time.
Not sure of the name of that Mom and Pop, but it is the first place on the right if you take the exit in to town. Won't take a check or credit card, cash only. I think that is so you can't cancel the payment when you get sick in the parking lot after your visit.

[Indianscout]

The only places I uneqivically condemn are the Iron Skillet on I94 and U.S. 51 south of Wisconsin Dells and the Mom and Pop Restaurant at exit 115 in Black River Falls. I've given each a number of chances and they failed each time.
Not sure of the name of that Mom and Pop, but it is the first place on the right if you take the exit in to town. Won't take a check or credit card, cash only. I think that is so you can't cancel the payment when you get sick in the parking lot after your visit.


I know that place and agree with you!!!! Stopped in once on my way out east and will NEVER set foot in there again!!!

[bvail]

All this talk about coffee. But not 1 person mentioned anything about cream and sugar. Let me guess "real men drink it black" lol. :p Personally, I just usually ride to the nearest gas station or DD. Since we are almost always 2-up, we dont have enough room for luxuries like coffee pots and cookware.

I gots to have my coffee when I get up, so I use a JetBoil setup. Takes up very little room and boils up h2o in about a minute. Then everything is ok :)

[SILVERTIP]

They do make it with a metal caraffe, i found it at wallyworld and canadian tire stores. You have to look to see which you are getting...

[bigTom]

I have a good friend that drinks his coffee 'doctored'. He doesn't even pack coffee when he knows I'm going to be there, just brings his cup with his 'bag of stuff'. Creamers and sugars and such...

It's such a joy to see him walking up with his cup in hand....

[lytle1gw]

I have heard that you have a bottomless pot on all the time.:D

[Aldawg]

Up-date. This summer is the first time I've been cooking while moto-camping. After having done it a few times, and with some practice in the back yard. I have become fairly proficiant at cooking a good meal whilst on the road. This also means COFFEE in the morning, the Folgers bags actually work, and taste fine. So as a permanent part of my meal kit I made a small coffee kit, using a small plastic box from an old first aid kit. It holds about 15 of the Coffee-Mate creamers, 10 Folgers bags, and some sugar. Enough for a 3 day outing! I'm not real picky about my coffee, I'll drink just about any kind, cowboy coffee, 3 day old coffee, instant, or gormet, does'nt matter to me. :o

[IndyDon]

Welcome from Indiana. Lots of info on trailer builds here.

[ImRubicon]

Up-date. This summer is the first time I've been cooking while moto-camping. After having done it a few times, and with some practice in the back yard. I have become fairly proficiant at cooking a good meal whilst on the road. This also means COFFEE in the morning, the Folgers bags actually work, and taste fine. So as a permanent part of my meal kit I made a small coffee kit, using a small plastic box from an old first aid kit. It holds about 15 of the Coffee-Mate creamers, 10 Folgers bags, and some sugar. Enough for a 3 day outing! I'm not real picky about my coffee, I'll drink just about any kind, cowboy coffee, 3 day old coffee, instant, or gormet, does'nt matter to me. :o

Coffee is just plain good on a cold morning even cowboy coffee

[Motogirl]

Hi all! I'm new here. Ive been a Moto camper since 2001 & love it. I started out with a Cabela's percolator, found it worked well. A little bulky. Also have done the Starbucks VIA. It's an excellent choice. A bit pricey. My favorite is the Jetboil with the optional French press. Fill the Jetboil with water up to the line. Get to a boil (2mins) Put 4 Tbsp of coffee in and stir. Put lid on do not press yet. Let it set for 5-10minutes depending on what streanght coffee you like. Press and pour. You can also use the jet boil for all kinds of backpack meals such as mountain house. We've even stopped on the side of the BRP for hot tea with the Jetboil. It's awesome. I highly recommend it!:tent7:

[lytle1gw]

Welcome motogirl.

[trapperdick]

Welcome Motogirl,,,,,,,,,enjoy the fourm, post often and post pictures,,,,,we love pictures........TD P^

[BeemMeUp]

I carry a 4 cup Mr. Coffee with me. You can plug it in when you have electricity, when you don't you just boil some water and pour it through the grounds. It's a bit bulky but works just fine. I also have a single cup plastic brewer similiar to the one denny explained about. I have had the single cup brewer for 30+ years and have used it on my boat and camping. Sure beats instant coffee.

[drzcharlie]

Two words. "Starbucks Via" Good stuff

[SidecarMike]

Two words. "Starbucks Via" Good stuff
I've always said that if Starbucks ever came out with coffee flavored coffee, I would give them a try. However, at $6.95 for a six serving bag, hades will freeze before that happens.

The best tasting coffee I've found, runs about that much per pound.

[drzcharlie]

I get it from Sams Club. I get 8 packets with three coffee packets in each one. Costs $25 but lasts me a long time unless we run out of coffee at the house. That works out to be about $0.96 a cup.

I moto camp on a dirt bike so space is at a premium. I slip one packet of coffee and one packet of creamer (for each day out) into my Jet Boil. Takes no extra space. I get excellent coffee in under two minutes.

Even using your 6 service bag it's $1.15 a cup. Has Hades frozen yet? Most diners, cafes and restaurants charge that for their coffee.

Besides your nearly my age, and I can't remember the last time I had a $0.25 cup of coffee for a long time now and I doubt you have unless you reuse your grounds, just kidding.

[SidecarMike]

I get it from Sams Club. I get 8 packets with three coffee packets in each one. Costs $25 but lasts me a long time unless we run out of coffee at the house. That works out to be about $0.96 a cup.

I moto camp on a dirt bike so space is at a premium. I slip one packet of coffee and one packet of creamer (for each day out) into my Jet Boil. Takes no extra space. I get excellent coffee in under two minutes.

Even using your 6 service bag it's $1.15 a cup. Has Hades frozen yet? Most diners, cafes and restaurants charge that for their coffee.

Besides your nearly my age, I don't think haven't had a $0.25 cup of coffee for a long time now and I doubt you have unless you reuse your grounds, just kidding.

I figure I get about 30 cups of coffee out of a $7 pound. Thats less than a quarter a cup. And as far as restaurants go, my favorite charges .50 for a cup with free refills.
If I was in the habit of having a single cup and leaving, I might not object. But I'll always have two or three and the wife won't move until the second pot is empty.

[RCLafnjack]

I have this and let me tell you combined with a Jetboil stove you can make a cup of coffee in minutes. This may be one of the best things I have gotten lately next to the "Sea to Summit Kitchen Sink"

I like strong Coffee, but Caffeine makes me crazy. So even at home I have to make mine separate from everyone else. I use a single cup brewer something like this, campers version. This one is on my list of gear wanted. It folds up to a 1" thick disc.

http://media.rei.com/media/vv/a11f8db8-e5f2-4803-8484-f7c7713868d1.jpg

http://www.rei.com/product/798277

[drzcharlie]

I figure I get about 30 cups of coffee out of a $7 pound. Thats less than a quarter a cup. And as far as restaurants go, my favorite charges .50 for a cup with free refills.
If I was in the habit of having a single cup and leaving, I might not object. But I'll always have two or three and the wife won't move until the second pot is empty.


I want to know where you are getting $7 a pound quality coffee? I suppose it's all in perspective and I'm not poo pooing your method at all. In fact you've obviously found a methodology that works for you.

My purpose is to keep the trip as simple as possible. Set up camp, ride, eat, sleep and repeat. Bringing the Starbucks may be a luxury but when you dirt bike out into the desert or mountains on trails or firebreak roads and camp. You need to bring something to satisfy the craving.

My luggage consists of three bags (Dirt Bagz (http://www.dbzproducts.com/)) for all my camping and personal gear. Packing very small and light is important to how I ride and camp. Yes, it's a minimalist approach but It's what works for me in the situation I've chosen. I really don't mind paying a bit extra for the coffee because it brings me pleasure in the morning and keeps me from growling like a bear.

[drzcharlie]

I have this and let me tell you combined with a Jetboil stove you can make a cup of coffee in minutes. This may be one of the best things I have gotten lately next to the "Sea to Summit Kitchen Sink"

I have one of those as well. As you say, it works nicely and brews a good cup of coffee. But, I found the Starbucks packets a better match for my lazy self. P^

[SidecarMike]

I have this and let me tell you combined with a Jetboil stove you can make a cup of coffee in minutes. This may be one of the best things I have gotten lately next to the "Sea to Summit Kitchen Sink"
I have the Melitta version of this. About the same size but not collapsible. I seldom use it as I find that by the time it drains down into the cup it is no longer as hot as I like my coffee. I use it sometimes at home, but seldom on the road.

[Clamper]

I have the Melitta version of this. About the same size but not collapsible. I seldom use it as I find that by the time it drains down into the cup it is no longer as hot as I like my coffee. I use it sometimes at home, but seldom on the road.


I use the same one, but at home. A 1 1/8 oz of Folgers, a type 4 filter and boiling water into a 22 oz cup. Comes out perfect everytime whether I'm at home or in camp. It stays hot, and the boiling water wakes up the coffee.

[BeemMeUp]

I just received RSVP coffee funnel purchased through fleabay. I tried it out using a #4 filter and made a tasty pot of coffee with it. You just heat your water to boiling and pour it through. It says to use a #6 filter but I didn't have any handy so I used the smaller #4. The beauty of the funnel is it is made to brew right into a thermos. The drawback is it's size. It is rigid plastic about 6" high X about 6" wide at the top of the funnel. I like it because I can brew directly into a thermos. It has a small funnel made on the end with a circular platform that rests on the bottle's mouth. If you wanted to brew directly into a mug you would have to hold it by it's handy little handle. Here's a picture of it on fleabay: http://www.ebay.com/itm/390345120926?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649 The cinnamon/hazelnut coffee I just made is tasty! :java1:

[dray]

I use a coffee press. my coffee comes from http://www.peets.com/shop/coffee.asp

I also get my Tea's from them

[quadancer]

When my coffee gets near a buck a cup, I'm quitting.
Meanwhile, I've found that some of the discount coffee bricks are actually pretty good, and it's fortunate that I like chickory with my coffee too. So, around $5 for a brick goes a very long way. If it's dark and too strong, just use less, and if too light, either mix with dark grounds or use more.
I have a cast iron stomach.

[wingpilot96]

Starbucks Via....just boil water and add....

[kdf9511]

Starbucks Via....just boil water and add....

I almost bought some of that the other day. It was on the clearance rack at Wally World. I have heard good things about it and may just have to try it.

[George]

Man, $7/lb is expensive coffee. I buy our Dunkin Donuts, 5 lbs for $50 delivered. And DD is pretty good stuff.

I grind a pound or so to take with on my longer trips. Less for a shrot weekend. Works for me.

[bigTom]

Mine is right at $5.50 per pound right now...Reminds me to help George drink some of his cheap stuff this weekend....

[lytle1gw]

Man yus guys ar missin the boat, I's find these little black coffa beans when out deer hunting and grind them up, taste like crap but its cheap.:java1::sick

[bigTom]

Man yus guys ar missin the boat, I's find these little black coffa beans when out deer hunting and grind them up, taste like crap but its cheap.

Guest coffee???

[zig]

Man, $7/lb is expensive coffee. I buy our Dunkin Donuts, 5 lbs for $50 delivered. And DD is pretty good stuff.

I grind a pound or so to take with on my longer trips. Less for a shrot weekend. Works for me.

+1 for Dunkin Donuts. My old boss got me hooked, now I'm addicted. Try it if you haven't already. A little more than the usual, but worth it.P^

[SidecarMike]

Man yus guys ar missin the boat, I's find these little black coffa beans when out deer hunting and grind them up, taste like crap but its cheap.:java1::sick:eek::oh2::eek: