Camp Kitchen?

[Seth Kendall]

So many posts to reply to.

The Coleman Exponent is not the one that I had originally looked at. It looks much more sturdy than the Pack-Away.

I have been working on ideas of how to insulate the table if I go that way. The cookie sheet is a good idea. We'll see which way I go.

I love the look of that chuck box. I'm with everyone else on where you found it. Still, I drive a Samurai and that would take up most of the back cargo space.

Thanks for all the advice everyone.

 

[Tucson T4R]

I think the Coleman kitchen I just found will be more sturdy. I can't say for sure since I don't have one, but in case you are looking I found the cheapest one at http://www.campingstation.com/exponent-outfitter-camp-kitchen-p-2161.html

They have it for $169. I don't have any affiliation with this company or any other selling kitchens, just thought it seemed like a good deal.

Or what about this one:

http://www.amazon.com/Guide-Gear-Camp-Kitchen/dp/B000F3GD4E/

Chris

I used the Coleman kitchen for years when tent camping. I still have it in my garage. It worked well for me and I recommend it. For the price, I think it's a good value and very functional.

 

[hoser]

That looks really cool, where did you get it? All of the box's I have seen open from the top I really like the side access with the tailgate down.

Kermit has the Campmate Kitchen and it's been discontinued for about a year now. Your best bet of finding one would be eBay or Craigslist.

 

[dirtysouth]

I had looked at fold-in-half option too...

I just realized that you might have been talking about the Coleman fold-in-half table. The one I am referring to is like this except that it folds in half becomes a 2'x2'x4" tote.

Seth, I was talking about the fold-in-half table like above but seen the coleman one you were talking about as well. I read some of the other guys suggestions and I may try the cookie sheet (airbake) mod. My wife may end up liking camping if she continues to get new pots and pans that I am replacing after deboeing (sp?) it in order to supply my camp setup. :hehe: The fold-in-half table will no doubt be sturdier than any of the camp kitchens you can buy and shouldn't take up anymore room, atleast it won't take up anymore space than the REI camp kitchen.

 

[Seth Kendall]

Seth, I was talking about the fold-in-half table like above but seen the coleman one you were talking about as well. I read some of the other guys suggestions and I may try the cookie sheet (airbake) mod. My wife may end up liking camping if she continues to get new pots and pans that I am replacing after deboeing (sp?) it in order to supply my camp setup. :hehe: The fold-in-half table will no doubt be sturdier than any of the camp kitchens you can buy and shouldn't take up anymore room, atleast it won't take up anymore space than the REI camp kitchen.

I know what you are saying. My girlfriend gets more excited about the kitchen gear than anything else, especially if it means the house stuff gets replaced by new stuff.

I stopped by Target tonight and saw that they had the 6ft fold-in-half table on sale for $39 dollars. That is a little bigger than I want, but might work great for someone with a bigger vehicle. Just thought I would pass on the information.

 

[slomatt]

I've used the Coleman kitchen from Costco for two years now. It is holding up well so far and definitely makes cooking easier. I doubt it will be a "lifelong" part of my gear, but if I get 5 years out of it I'll be happy.

- Matt

 

[Seth Kendall]

I've used the Coleman kitchen from Costco for two years now. It is holding up well so far and definitely makes cooking easier. I doubt it will be a "lifelong" part of my gear, but if I get 5 years out of it I'll be happy.

- Matt

Thanks for the hands-on advice. I haven't given up on this idea. I am just going to go out this weekend and hit all the stores, compare size, weight, build, etc. and get this figured out. I never thought I would face so many pros and cons with each setup. I think that is part of why it is so addictive. I love to try and find the best thing for the best price, and then see if I can make it better.

 

[SpeedAgent]

Table

Have you guys seen these? If you aren't using your hitch for something already this might be a good option. I have no experience with them, but thought it looked like a good idea.

Chris

http://www.etrailer.com/pc-OUTDOORS~BH70777.htm

 

[Steve Curren]

I got one at Cabelas, it is a nice table, the only draw back is when I attach it to the rear of my Chaser the taillights are somewhat hidden. I found that if I am not at freway speeds I can leave it in the up position and all is fine. It makes a perfect place to set up the bar..

 

[JIMBO]

:campfire: --You might check this one out, for $53.97--

--www.sportsmanguide.com
--pt# E615E-0100292-000-000 guide gear camp kitchen

--It's fairly sturdy, but too BUSY, so I stripped it and just use the table and containers !!

--Checkitout--

--:1888fbbd: --JIMBO

 

[Corey]

I have the Cabela's Camp Kitchen.

In the middle section I have two plastic bins that stack and have drawers in them.
One has the silverware tray and holds all that and utensils, and the other drawer holds the pots & pans.

I will have pictures of the setup the first time I get a chance to get out and camp this year.

The whole thing sets up in less than a minute, and fits into a nice black carrying bag that zips up.

 

[sinuhexavier]

Build something yourself you will feel much more fulfilled, and you will know how to fix it when it breaks in the field. After my initial investment which I did over the course of 3 years, I feel my camp kitchen will last another 10 - 15 years with it's current use.

All available at Home Depot, Williams Sonoma, Expedition Exchange.

 

[rusty_tlc]

Have you guys seen these? If you aren't using your hitch for something already this might be a good option. I have no experience with them, but thought it looked like a good idea.

Chris

http://www.etrailer.com/pc-OUTDOORS~BH70777.htm

I like that.
It ranks right up there with the Bumper Dumper for receiver accesories.

 

[Seth Kendall]

Build something yourself you will feel much more fulfilled, and you will know how to fix it when it breaks in the field. After my initial investment which I did over the course of 3 years, I feel my camp kitchen will last another 10 - 15 years with it's current use.

All available at Home Depot, Williams Sonoma, Expedition Exchange.

What's funny is that your setup is what got me all excited in the first place. The ultimate goal is to build one like yours. For now, I am working on an exterior placement of a table that can work over my my bumpers, or my wheels. It is a temporary fix until I can get all the parts just right for my smaller tailgate. I have looked at all the camp kitchens that I mentioned so far, and it seems that building my own will be more satisfying and versatile. I love your rear cargo area. I dream of having my like that someday.

 

[Seth Kendall]

Have you guys seen these? If you aren't using your hitch for something already this might be a good option. I have no experience with them, but thought it looked like a good idea.

Chris

http://www.etrailer.com/pc-OUTDOORS~BH70777.htm

That is a pretty slick looking setup. I'm fairly certain that the folding options would not work with the spare tire setup. I have a table design that hopefully will be done this weekend. If it is I will post pictures up very soon.