Originally Posted By: dweste
Roughly $400 and another 5 pounds of gear.

Edit: I wonder if, like high end bear canisters, these will be rentable?


Possibly...but I wouldn't chance it. Recognize that hotshots and jumpers, who's entire REASON for living is to be in the thick of things, statically NEVER use these things. A rental is just not worth it. You can get out of the way, especially if you're not being paid to be a barrier. Also: would you rent climbing gear? Fire shelters wear over time and you don't know how they've been abused. Hint: even sealed in box they've been abused.

Given 24 hours - you can get out of the way. I agree with digging in and what have you, but if you have 24 hours - or even 12 - a special olympics candidate is going to win the time trials. Stop thinking and start moving.

If I were going to carry another few pounds, I'd carry water. Even in a forest fire.
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(posting this as someone that has unintentionally done a bunch of stupid stuff in the past and will again...)