You can use Rubber bands as tinder? never heard tis 1 befor<br><br>

Yes, I have heard this. I carry a plastic film container of rubber bands, but for the usual purposes.<br><br>

I've never tried to ignite one from a spark, but they burn well when lighted from a flame. They produce a nasty black smoke, but you get a long-lasting hot flame and while burning they secrete a flamable oil that helps ignite your fire wood. They are waterproof and compact and easy to store. You can wrap one or more around your lighter to keep them handy. I like the fat ones that are used to bundle broccoli in my grocery store.<br><br>

I recycled an old windshield wiper while on a camping trip with my family. I cut it into 3in. strips and it was burning after the small stuff was burnt down. Make do with what you have! <br><br>