Here's a topic---DIY pee funnel?

[warraghiyagey]

Pee on inquisitive fellows

[bfitz]

The title of this thread was so interesting I had to read it... I dunno how well it would work for ladies, but if I lean my back or backpack up against a tree it will kinda support me in a near sitting position even if I'm not sitting on anything. If you bend your knees a little and support your back against a wall, put your hands on your hips and lean you'll see what i mean. That eliminates the need for squatting, and especially if you're a kilt or skirt wearer you're pretty much set, I would imagine. I usually do #2 in the woods this way.

[warraghiyagey]

Doesn't count for those of us with built-in funnels.

[Purple]

Ok this is what you will be looking for. The FloFunnel Multi-purpose Flow Tool from Fred's Discount Store. Appropriate name. It works great! Use it in the same way that FD posted the instructions. It aims more away from your feet than the Wiz does so stand so the end of the funnel is just inside the front edge of the seat the 1st time, then you can adjust the distance next time. I like the firmness of the funnel because you don't have to worry about it slipping or have to hold it in place. I did have to shake it like the fellows do and be sure you are done before removing it. having a piece of tissue or pee rag ready before using makes it easy. I rinsed it with just an eigth cup water and patted it dry after a swift shake to empty the tube part. It is just the right size IMO to nest comfortably between the legs without pinching or binding. I am 5'9" 180 lbs. A much smaller woman may not find it as comfortable, but I think someone larger than me would be very comfortable and easy to use. You don't have to "see" it to adjust it so even a pregnant woman could use it. It is rigid so it goes and stays where you put it. It has a loop on the backside (it's & yours) so you could hang it from your pack if you feel a little brazen. Unless some guy listening in tells them different you can always say its a fuel funnel to any one that asks .... you would not be lying.

to the guys listening in .... I apologize to all the men I have cursed when they wet the seat. Those last dribbles are hard to aim.
BUT THAT DOES NOT STOP YOU FROM WIPING THE SEAT WHEN YOU ARE DONE!

Did I yell that loud enough ladies?

[tazie]

Ok this is what you will be looking for. The FloFunnel Multi-purpose Flow Tool from Fred's Discount Store. Appropriate name. It works great! Use it in the same way that FD posted the instructions. Unless some guy listening in tells them different you can always say its a fuel funnel to any one that asks .... you would not be lying.

to the guys listening in .... I apologize to all the men I have cursed when they wet the seat. Those last dribbles are hard to aim.
BUT THAT DOES NOT STOP YOU FROM WIPING THE SEAT WHEN YOU ARE DONE!

Did I yell that loud enough ladies?

Loud and clear Purple. Where's Fred's Discount Store? Sounds easy enough to use, and I do so appreciate the info. Thank you!
I hearby dub you, Ms Queen Sweet "Pee" !

[Purple]

FD, let us know if there are any problems with smell build up or visible bacteria or any other unpleasant occurrences with the Wiz Funnel. You know the manufacturers are not going to tell us. I will experiment with different conditions for the FloFunnel and keep everyone informed on it also.

[Purple]

Loud and clear Purple. Where's Fred's Discount Store? Sounds easy enough to use, and I do so appreciate the info. Thank you!
I hearby dub you, Ms Queen Sweet "Pee" !

OH! NO! ya'll just forget ya'll heard that - that is NOT going to be my trailname. LOL

I'm PURPLE, ya'll hear that .... PURPLE

Here is the link to Freds Discount Store Locator - looks like it is not available in the Mid Atlantic and New England states- sorry
http://www.fredsinc.com/buyersspecia...relocator.html
maybe it can be found at a locale auto supply store in ya'lls neck of the woods??

I'm trying to figure out how to do a hose/reservoir thingy so I don't have to leave the tent at night to WEEEEEE! If I come up with something I'll let ya'll now ... yes, I have a heavy southern accent.

[warraghiyagey]

OH! NO! ya'll just forget ya'll heard that - that is NOT going to be my trailname. LOL

I'm PURPLE, ya'll hear that .... PURPLE

Hiiiiii Sweeeeet Peeee!!

[desdemona]

Ok this is what you will be looking for. The FloFunnel Multi-purpose Flow Tool from Fred's Discount Store. Appropriate name. It works great! Use it in the same way that FD posted the instructions. It aims more away from your feet than the Wiz does so stand so the end of the funnel is just inside the front edge of the seat the 1st time, then you can adjust the distance next time. I like the firmness of the funnel because you don't have to worry about it slipping or have to hold it in place. I did have to shake it like the fellows do and be sure you are
Did I yell that loud enough ladies?

This is interesting, as I saw this at the auto parts shop and thought. NO WAY!! The hose is not soft, so I saw no way that you would not have to pretty much undress to use it. So perhaps I was wrong. I don't see the hardness per se a problem, just the fact that the thing sticks straight down.

I think the Whiz looks good, just not sure I would pay $20, but if alternatives don't work I would. I don't think that the medical grade thing is a bad thing, just not so necessary a thing. (I do know that there are people with these serious issues, but then they will be doing serious disinfecting and not putting a little water or hand sanitizer on it.)

I have doing experimenting with my own little designs. Last try was a small paper plate. Actually works ok, but does need two hands. Obviously not a multiple shot deal, lol! Maybe go get one of those transmission fluid babies.

Sorry that I may have named this thread too well. Guys go start your own pee thread.

--des

[dixicritter]

I have doing experimenting with my own little designs. Last try was a small paper plate. Actually works ok, but does need two hands. Obviously not a multiple shot deal, lol! Maybe go get one of those transmission fluid babies.

Sorry that I may have named this thread too well. Guys go start your own pee thread.

--des

Paper plate may actually be about the right weight of paper for your DIY project des. Don't know what "brand" of paper plate you are using but there are some that have like a light wax type coating on them that could come in handy here. Something to think about. I think they are made by Dixie Brand or something like that, not too expensive either.

Just thought that might be something useful you might not have thought of and it just popped into my head when I was reading your post.

Good luck and keep us posted on your progress.

[Pringles]

... I did have to shake it like the fellows do and be sure you are done before removing it. having a piece of tissue or pee rag ready before using makes it easy.

Stuff cut


It has a loop on the backside (it's & yours) so you could hang it from your pack if you feel a little brazen. Unless some guy listening in tells them different you can always say its a fuel funnel to any one that asks .... you would not be lying.

to the guys listening in .... I apologize to all the men I have cursed when they wet the seat. Those last dribbles are hard to aim.
BUT THAT DOES NOT STOP YOU FROM WIPING THE SEAT WHEN YOU ARE DONE!

Did I yell that loud enough ladies?

I was thinking, instead of hanging the funnel on my pack for "display," why not take an old bandana and make a little bag to hang off the back of the pack. If you have a pee rag, a little bag wouldn't look too out of place.

As to the final bit of Purple's comment, I remember a bit of restroom poetry:

If you sprinkle while you tinkle,
Please be neat and wipe the seat.

Beth

[desdemona]

Paper plate may actually be about the right weight of paper for your DIY project des. Don't know what "brand" of paper plate you are using but there are some that have like a light wax type coating on them that could come in handy here. Something to think about. I think they are made by Dixie Brand or something like that, not too expensive either.

Just thought that might be something useful you might not have thought of and it just popped into my head when I was reading your post.

Good luck and keep us posted on your progress.

Actually that is exactly the kind of plate I used (waxy coating-- don't know re: brand). I am packing a couple today for an emergency-- though actually I am only going out a couple hours.

Someone suggested if you got silicon you could cut it, though where you'd get that, I don't know.

"Haha, keep us posted on your progress". Very cute. I imagine the guys are all loving all this.


--des

[dixicritter]

Actually that is exactly the kind of plate I used (waxy coating-- don't know re: brand). I am packing a couple today for an emergency-- though actually I am only going out a couple hours.

Someone suggested if you got silicon you could cut it, though where you'd get that, I don't know.

"Haha, keep us posted on your progress". Very cute. I imagine the guys are all loving all this.


--des

They actually sell silicon baking sheets at WalMart. I'm not sure how much they cost, it could be not worth it, but you could try there.

And if the guys are bothered by this conversation they can look elsewhere as far as I'm concerned. This is exactly why this forum was created, let's use it with pride ladies!

[desdemona]

They actually sell silicon baking sheets at WalMart. I'm not sure how much they cost, it could be not worth it, but you could try there.

And if the guys are bothered by this conversation they can look elsewhere as far as I'm concerned. This is exactly why this forum was created, let's use it with pride ladies!

Yeah, I have bought this type of thing online--larger ones being about $10 and smaller ones (which I think are about $5-- they aren't the cookie sheet size--probably would work. You could even get some garish color. :-))
I am not sure what sticks to silicon-- but there are sites on the net that tell what sticks to everything. A smaller one might be worth it. However, I might try that auto transmission fluid thing-- despite might my first impressions. They are $1-2.

Yes, I feel this is the kind of discussion that is great for a gal's only forum.
And this is a great thing to have around. This White Blaze is quite a jewel for just tons of info, whether I ever hike the AT or no.


---des

[Frau]

Boose--

WOW! I just spend and hour going from link to link--all from the ftm link you posted. I teach a unit on sexuality inb my psych classes and this REALLY got me updated. I honestly didn't know how archaic my information and vocab. had become.

On Topic: I don't mind squatting, except when the temp is below about 35. It isn't the squatting it is the cold backside I hate.

Thanks all around,

Frau

[Penne]

A pee rag? I haven't heard about this one before. I take it, this is a reusable rag, but isn't that messy?

[Frolicking Dinosaurs]

A pee rag? I haven't heard about this one before. I take it, this is a reusable rag, but isn't that messy?

I rinse mine out at least once a day - more often if water is available - it really helps me keep the lady place much fresher while hiking.

[Mrs Baggins]

Loud and clear Purple. Where's Fred's Discount Store? Sounds easy enough to use, and I do so appreciate the info. Thank you!
I hearby dub you, Ms Queen Sweet "Pee" !

Hey Tazie, we have a Fred's here in Aiken. I can get one for you and mail it up (or you can come down and visit me! ). Let me know!

Your old hikin' buddy

[quasarr]

purple,

thank you very much for your report!!! Now I decided to try a funnel. Next chance I get I'll check out an auto parts store for the funnel. I would be fine hanging it on my pack, it's not like anybody would know what it is!!

And penne, my pee rag is just a bandanna (if you have more than one bananna, make sure the pee rag is a different color!!!). it's an alternative to using toilet paper every time you pee.

LOL Freud would have a field day with this thread.

[AlwaysHiking]

Does anyone know what type of plastic the auto store funnels are made out of?

The reason I ask is my vet, and several other pet owners I know have confirmed this with their vets, says that plastic bowls are not good as feeding dishes since plastic is porous and holds bacteria. What happens is it causes redness, swelling, and sometimes acne on the pet's nose and lips. If it can do that to pets, then I don't think I want anything like that against my body.

If the auto store funnel is made out of a grade of plastic same as those approved for use as dishes, water containers, etc... for humans, then it might be OK, but if it's not, I wouldn't want it anywhere near my body after the first few uses.