Snow Fire

[Gennybro]

I came up with this idea of an easy way for campers and backpackers to start a fire. The item is 100% organic, half the size of a golf ball, well ignite with a match even when wet. Well melt through a snowbank when lit, and the flame lasts for 10 minutes, ample enough time to start a fire.
What do ya'll think about this product? Thinking about producing them and selling them for 1.50 a piece. Very easy way to start a campfire. The nugget by the fire is one of the snow fire . I just placed the nugget on the snow bank and lit it, burned all the way to the ground.

 

[greg92jeepxj]

It is something that could serve well in a survival situation . In the event that it becomes necessary to get the fire under control , is it easily extinguishable ? This will be a concern if it is to be marketed. But I still feel this is ingenious and potentially well serving.

 

[Gennybro]

Easily extingushible with water ,dirt, etc.

 

[greg92jeepxj]

Great ! Sounds like getting an FDA approval should be no problem.

 

[TLCJ5]

Sounds/looks like a great idea! I agree it would be a great emergency/survival product. Good thing to carry when hiking/skiing ect. The waterproof aspect would make it great to carry while backwoods canoeing or kayaking.

If the material is safe for public use I think you are on to something that could go big.
Is it patentable....it would be much more valuble if no one could copy your idea.
Go for it!!!!!!!

 

[TerryMason]

Would it be legal to mail them, or is it a hazardous substance?

I think $1.50 is too cheap. I'd expect to pay $3.99 or so, assuming it had a nice name and packaging.

 

[Gennybro]

Would it be legal to mail them, or is it a hazardous substance?

I think $1.50 is too cheap. I'd expect to pay $3.99 or so, assuming it had a nice name and packaging.

I don't believe there would be any problem at all mailing them since it is 100% organic and not explosive. I'm working on the packaging idea, as well as the name. Sizzeling nuggets was anouther thought for a name for this product. But snow fire came to my mind since that would be the most extreme situation where as it would light and still keep on burning in a snow bank.
Thus proving the quality of the product. Just need a name that stands out.
I'm just in experimental stage right now, and wanted to get opinions as to weather it was a worthwhile project. Thanks ya'll for your input.
I may possibly decide to send some samples to jeepz.com members so as to get the word out about them and get feed back about the product. Just don't know how I would do that as of right now.

 

[steady.foot]

Is that dried dung?

 

[Gennybro]

Is that dried dung?

Sorry ! Classified information.

 

[TLCJ5]

There are quite a few other fire starters on the market...I think it would be a good idea to check their prices & compare your Snow Fire then price accordingly. The burn time & moisture proof quality may make yours unique & pricing should reflect that.

 

[Gennybro]

I've been checking that out, and have been contemplating as to if I could compete in that market, the golf ball size of it may give me an edge also.

 

[lefthand90]

Good one, Bear Grylls I think would buy it!