Space blankets

[silenthunterstudios]

I picked up a space blanket that was on clearance at the local hardware store (clearing out their camping selection, which wasn't much to begin with). I decided to keep it in my Jumbo, and will probably get one for my truck and for my Pygmy Falcon II. I got it for if my ol' POS truck doesn't get me home, this winter. I usually keep an old blanket in my truck, and plan on using it with the space blanket if need be. How long are these good for? A couple uses? It's only a couple dollars, but would it be a wasted investment?

 

[fugawee]

Ive never used one other than after a marathon,...
big shiny silver,should make an excellent signaling device when
tied to your open hood if nothing else.,
If you got a few bucks extra,I dont see how it could hurt to get some.

 

[Iboschi]

Average price for cheapo's = $1-$2. They're good for at least a few blankets but the cheap variety are notoriously difficult to get back to their original size. Always good to have a few around for emergencies. I have a bunch of cheap ones in kits, stashed and in vehicles and a couple nice ones in kits also.

 

[gadgetgeek]

they don't really re-fold well, I think some of the guys here had a little luck re-folding the AMK ones. The cheap ones have a shelf life, so don't forget to check on it once and a while, and if something leaks into the package, the coating can corrode off, and you're left with a big plastic sheet. had that happen to to one of mine, only a few drops of juice and there was about half the coating disappeared. still would have worked, but not something you'd want to risk.

 

[KuRUpTD]

The All Weather Space Blanket by MPI is more durable and a better long term buy.

 

[TheGame]

The All Weather Space Blanket by MPI is more durable and a better long term buy.

Very true. That said, I believe the cheapos are also good as they take up a lot less space, and can fit where the AWB won't.