The thing with one liter ziplock bags is that the zip part doesn't fold in half well, and it's got to fit in the PSK tin.

I've saved a couple of the inner bags from boxes of Franzia wine to use for larger kits. They are much too big (5 liters) for what you want, but I also remember seeing smaller boxes at the store. They were a different brand. You might look into those, although they still might be too large. Even if they are 2-3 liters they might prove useful to someone.

Regards, Vince

Maricopa County Sheriff’s Posse, Desert Search Unit, from Scott Kozakiewicz (ASU Rec 340, Outdoor Survival) recommends using unlubricated condoms or balloons. The balloons designed for helium, found at party stores, seem the most heavy-duty.

Balloons can also be placed in a decorative manner around your survival campsite to create a festive atmosphere. By some coincidence they also make it easier for SAR to find you.

I don't understand how you're supposed to fill a condom or balloon with water, unless you have a pressurized source. <img src="/images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" />

Head hanging, looking sheepish!

I live in the desert. I have a couple gallons of water bottles in my car. When I walk or hike I have a water bottle in my hand or my CamelBack. I always have a water container on or near me.

I have never tried filling a balloon with water except under a faucet. I’m not about to use a condom. I’m married, I don’t have any and I’m not about to go buy any.

Let those with experience filling condoms and balloons speak!

What's gross about an unused, straight out of the wrapper, unlubed condom?
Am I missing something here ... it's just a tube of latex.

I haven't tried it, but I think it's very difficult to do especially if we're talking standing sources where you can't submerge it and scoop water up.

While I'm sure they'll carry a liter, there's no way to measure it. I went from condoms to baby milk bags, going back to condoms would be a step backwards <img src="/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

Of course, it's better than nothing

If I recall correctly, there were several threads about two years ago regarding filling condoms with standing water. Do a forum search, set the parameters to all dates, all threads. Hope this helps.

Regards,
Comanche7

I carry this in my "man purse". It folds very small and is quite rugged. I have the one litre version.

http://www.platypushydration.com/product_detail.aspx?ProdID=2

Marc

That is my plan. I have been looking for a .5 or 1 liter platypus at the stores but can’t find any. I hate spending a lot on shipping compared to the price of the product.