Nice kit.......solid comments.

If I was smart that's where I would stop. But I haven't been accused of that on a regular basis so I'll cast one observation for consideration.

My kit is far less elaborate and I could stand some careful scrutiny of DD's kit to see if I couldn't improve mine somewhat. One thing about my kit which I believe is superior however is my reliance on several packets of wetfire tinder instead of one.

Bear with me. If you haven't tried the wetfire tinder it is nothing short of amazing. Burns hot even when wet for an extended period. I have confidence in getting a fire going if I can spark the wetfire (which I have full confidence I can). It is extremely light and fairly compact. Getting a fire going is priority #1 if you are cold and wet.

The question I have is why just one packet? How about in the morning? It has rained through the night and the temp has continued to drop. The rain is still coming down and your shivering despite the mylar sleeping bag. Your fire that you established went out about 3 A.M. The front could last another 2 or 3 days. Being able to keep a fire going in adverse circumstances would be paramount. You fall asleep.....out it goes. With the wetfire tinder a fire is all but assured.......a much larger margin in your favor. I think I have 4 or 5 in my kit. Like I said they're light, no bigey. Reasonable, rational :question or just dopey.