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Title: Chuck boxes
Post by: WindyBill on April 01, 2012, 05:35:00 PM

Anyone have pics. or plans of chuck boxes they use?

Title: Re: Chuck boxes
Post by: Al Dente on April 02, 2012, 06:16:00 PM

Do you mean chuck wagons or chuck pantries?  There is an entire subculture of folks who cook this cowboy way and even compete in Chuck Wagon Cook-Off Contests.  Chili, roasts, beans, rolls, desserts, etc...  Give it a Google.

Title: Re: Chuck boxes
Post by: Blackhawk on April 04, 2012, 11:59:00 AM

I made a box a few years ago without any plans.  I wanted one container for dishes, pots, pans, skillets, utensils, canned foods, cast iron, etc.  

Unfortunately, I made it so big it takes two people to lift or move it around.  My suggestion is to keep it manageable in size and weight.

I still use it and once set up, it is great!

Title: Re: Chuck boxes
Post by: WindyBill on April 04, 2012, 08:07:00 PM

Guess I should have mrntioned that it would be for camping.
Thanks,
Bill

Title: Re: Chuck boxes
Post by: MD on April 05, 2012, 05:30:00 PM

I saw a good idea at last scout traing day I went to.  The mess was contained in a rolling plastic tool box from a big box store . It organized cutlery and utensils nicely.  Also made for easy organized access to other kitchen supplies

Title: Re: Chuck boxes
Post by: capt eddie on April 07, 2012, 08:43:00 PM

If you go to Expeditionportal.com  In the camping dept you will find hundred of pictures and thoughts on grub boxes.

Title: Re: Chuck boxes
Post by: Bill Turner on April 11, 2012, 04:20:00 PM

I have 6 campfire dutch ovens I use regularly. I keep each in individual, made to size(10;12;14;16") canvas zippered bags which can be bought from Lodge Manufacturing or other suppliers. These bags come with carrying straps which allows for easy carry, and will keeps a dirty pan away from other items when you are traveling. Great way to protect your ovens and other gear. The bags are not cheap, but well worth the money.

Title: Re: Chuck boxes
Post by: iron_llama on May 25, 2012, 12:00:00 PM

Sorry to resurrect a dead thread...

I use a Rubbermaid 'action packer' for camp kitchen.  It's generally either just me or SWMBO and I, so we don't need too much.  The benefit I see in the Rubbermaid bin is the smaller size and rounded bottom fit perfectly in my solo canoe, and it's easy to lash to a pack frame.  The smaller size also forces me to priortize what I bring.

When I'm backpacking or solo canoeing I just bring a German mess kit, a mug, and a spork.