Soap

[LEGION 12]

May seem like a strange question but what kind of soap do you guys use when camping i am talking abought readly avalible stuff that works well with cold water . I have a solar shower but i hardley ever bother to bring it and ive noticed that when i wash with cold water the soap i use whatever i have at the house useally dove doesnt seem to rinse of that well was thinking maybe ivory soap but i thought i would check here and see what everybody here thinks . Thanks Rich

 

[j williams]

baby wipes....

 

[Mentor]

Camp Suds, from Sierra Dawn.

It's concentrated and biodegradable, and it seems to do the trick nicely. Since it's a liquid in a bottle, it's easy to store and transport. It works for dishes and, unless you're particular about such things, for taking a bath in the lake.

All the best,

- Mike

 

[LEGION 12]

Camp Suds, from Sierra Dawn.

It's concentrated and biodegradable, and it seems to do the trick nicely. Since it's a liquid in a bottle, it's easy to store and transport. It works for dishes and, unless you're particular about such things, for taking a bath in the lake.

All the best,

- Mike

I have used this stuff before good stuff just a little expensive after shipping kinda like to stay with bar soap or something i can get anywhere .

 

[storl]

I have used this stuff before good stuff just a little expensive after shipping kinda like to stay with bar soap or something i can get anywhere .

Go to a camping store in your area and get whatever they have. There are a ton of different options on the market (we have probably 10 different soaps). Anything you buy that is regular soap is not concentrated, so you are going to end up carrying a lot more than you need. That, and most of it is not made for more than one type of activity.

 

[dipbait]

I once dropped a bar of soap in the lake . It sank and I never found it.Now I carry a bar Ivory soap in my vehicle.It floats.

 

[THE BARON]

Sea to Summit dehydrated soap sheets. Similar in construction to the Listerene packs.

 

[1066vik]

Dr Bronner's bar soap.

 

[PayetteRucker]

I bought a few of those little plastic squirt bottles from TAD gear. I fill one with shampoo and one with antibacterial liquid body soap, whatever non scented stuff is cheapest. Smelling sweet is like painting a target on your bum for mosquitoes.

 

[Shotgun]

Dr Bronner's bar soap.

Same here only I use the liquid which can be used on pots and utensils.

 

[grunt soldier]

that see to summit dry soap looks pretty smooth. just little sheets and it says you can use it on anything from yourself to clothes or dishes. i may have to see if i can find any of that for sale

 

[1066vik]

Same here only I use the liquid which can be used on pots and utensils.

I use a dead toothbrush as a scrubber, so the bar soap works fine for me.
I've also been known to wash my hands in a rinsed pot and use that soapy water to scrub it out.

 

[jw2n]

Not a strange question. Historians have found that soap was a top selling item at rondys during the fur trade era. This was for their personal use, not trade.

 

[fixer]

Simple Green anyone?

it's non toxic, biodegradable and available everywhere.

only problem is that it can etch aluminum with prolonged exposure. however they sell a version just for washing aircraft, and most modern aircraft are mostly aluminum.

 

[ejes]

For me, Zote soap is the perfect survival/outdoor soap. It's a Mexican soap made with coconut oil, citronella, and other naturals to keep it biodegradable. I like it because it is used for laundry, but it is very mild and many folks south of the border use it for body, hair and even dishes, so it is a do it all soap. Smells good too. Believe it or not, I've even caught catfish on the pink Zote. Bars are huge, last a long time, and are pretty cheap. I get mine at the local Mexican grocery.

 

[1066vik]

I'll have to give Zote a try.
Thanks for the tip!

 

[houdini28]

I use Dawn. It's phosphate free and basically the same thing as the "camp soap" that is sold in the backpacking section of brick & mortar stores.

 

[the lone gunman]

I use Dawn. It's phosphate free and basically the same thing as the "camp soap" that is sold in the backpacking section of brick & mortar stores.

Ahhhh ! to me "Dawn Dish Detergent" is one of mans Greatest Creations. Love the stuff.

 

[Quirt]

Been using what the old-ol' timers used and that is natural Castile Soap. It is all natural and will lather even in very cold water. It is oil based and bio degradiable. You can make it yourself. Because I hunt I prefer the non-scented kinds. I believe Dr. Bonner is a major brand name. I just use the generic stuff.

 

[OwenM]

Germ-X. No unpleasant odor. Doesn't need water, so no need to contaminate a water source, and leaves no apparent residue. Instantly lights with a spark and burns, too, though you may not see the flame.