Miki
I'll need
Counter
storage
mini fridge with separate freezer door
hot plate
microwave
electric kettle
The communal kitchen is gross so I will probably only use it when I need an oven.
The dorm building is a converted hotel that was built in th early 60s.
No gas but I can do dishes in my sink. The sink and vanity are in a nook in the main room while shower and toilet are seperated so it isn't really in the bathroom.
Answer
You have already included the main components. For me, the microwave and fridge are the keys.
Other possibilities:
-toaster oven (for toast, bake, or crispy warm-up)
-an upright cabinet w/ doors and shelves (self-assembly; can be found at Target, Ikea, Wal-Mart.
Note: it might be heavy to carry. If you live in an earthquake-prone area, make sure to secure it to the studs in the wall.
-a folding table, maybe a lightweight aluminum camping table w/ a wire back to hand utensils on.
(look at a camping store such as REI)
-shelves on the wall, if you can
-a popcorn maker's aroma will attract many friends to your room!
Good eating!
You have already included the main components. For me, the microwave and fridge are the keys.
Other possibilities:
-toaster oven (for toast, bake, or crispy warm-up)
-an upright cabinet w/ doors and shelves (self-assembly; can be found at Target, Ikea, Wal-Mart.
Note: it might be heavy to carry. If you live in an earthquake-prone area, make sure to secure it to the studs in the wall.
-a folding table, maybe a lightweight aluminum camping table w/ a wire back to hand utensils on.
(look at a camping store such as REI)
-shelves on the wall, if you can
-a popcorn maker's aroma will attract many friends to your room!
Good eating!
Best lightweight camping chair options?
flight777
Looking for something really light weight with a backrest and legs that can support itself. I've seen the GCI PICO Chair (10 lbs.) and Quick-E-Seat (4.5 lbs.) which are both nice, but I'd like to get the weight down a bit more if I can. I've seen the Alite Monarch Butterfly Chair (18 oz.), but I would prefer a freestanding chair you can use in the typical way. Also trying to avoid stadium style chairs as you're basically sitting on the ground and they are of no help at a table. Thanks.
Links for chairs mentioned above:
http://www.integrityoutdoorbrands.com/directors-chairs/pico-arm-chair.htm
http://www.integrityoutdoorbrands.com/camping-stools/quik-e-seat.htm
http://www.alitedesigns.com/monarch-camp-chair-5
I would like to also be able to use this in a backpacking scenario, which is why I'm concerned about weight. Thanks.
Answer
The answer is the old aluminum chairs with the plastic webbing. There is a company making them, calling them retro, and charging $29.95. Better to find them in a garage sale. The ones with the continuous tube legs won't sink in on soft ground, any chair with the post style legs tend to sit unevenly unless on very firm and level ground. They have arms and you can lean back and put your feet up on a rock/log. Problem is they weigh just over 3 lbs. I only carry them on shorter trips (less than 20 miles) or when I expect everything to be wet. On the longer trips I carry a stadium type chair made by Hexalite, cost around $35. It's a big improvement over the inexpensive ones you commonly find. With it I can sit on a rock as small as the seat cushion itself and when properly adjusted it will give me firm back support, much better than any I've tried before.
The answer is the old aluminum chairs with the plastic webbing. There is a company making them, calling them retro, and charging $29.95. Better to find them in a garage sale. The ones with the continuous tube legs won't sink in on soft ground, any chair with the post style legs tend to sit unevenly unless on very firm and level ground. They have arms and you can lean back and put your feet up on a rock/log. Problem is they weigh just over 3 lbs. I only carry them on shorter trips (less than 20 miles) or when I expect everything to be wet. On the longer trips I carry a stadium type chair made by Hexalite, cost around $35. It's a big improvement over the inexpensive ones you commonly find. With it I can sit on a rock as small as the seat cushion itself and when properly adjusted it will give me firm back support, much better than any I've tried before.
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