Speaking of matches ...

Over the last few years I've basically limited my use of matches to a last resort status. Though I carry a lighter, a sparker, and a K&M matchcase with REI waterproof matches, I tend to try the lighter first, then the sparker, and then dip into the matchcase only if needed.

The one place I've run across that I can't seem to find any alternative but using matches is lighting my Coleman gas lantern (which doesn't have any built-in ignitor). Neither a lighter nor a sparker will get that job done unless I let the gas build up enough to risk a minor explosion.

The problem is that I hate to use my REI waterproof matches for that task, so now I've started carrying the ligher, the sparker, the K&M matchcase with waterproof matches, AND another orange plastic matchcase with strike-anywhere kitchen matches (not waterproofed).

I have had this problem with the B.C.B. matches in a tub. Cheapest solution:
Go down to your local hardware store/newsagents and buy a couple of boxes of ordinary safety matches. Make sure that they have the completely coated striker boards. Not the spotted ones. Strike one of your REI matches against one of the boards, just to make certain that they strike. Cut the striker boards off. Cut the boxes up. Glue the striker boards to the cardboard (makes them stiffer). Trim to size. Problem solved.

I tape two strikers to my match safe. One to use and one upside down, "just in case".