Wild Peak Plastic Spork - Lightweight & Strong all in one Spoon, Fork, Knife Cutlery with Optional Storage Bag ▲

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The word spork is a portmanteau of spoon and fork. It appeared in the 1909 supplement to the Century Dictionary, where it was described as a trade name and "a ' portmanteau-word' applied to a long, slender spoon having, at the end of the bowl, projections resembling the tines of a fork". [4] The word "spork" was later registered as a trademark in the US and the UK. Printed cooking products go beyond the kitchen; they offer a unique opportunity to blend utility with branding. Here's why you should consider adding a personalised touch to these culinary essentials: You want some level of durability in a camp spork. It needs to be functional and actually perform. It also needs to be lightweight and not ridiculous to lug around. There are inevitably trade-offs, though, which I explain with this little graphic I made: Sea to Summit Spork is great for Freeze-Dried Meals because it's longer than CRKT Eat’N Tool Design As a good rule of thumb, once you think you’ve chosen the right spork, ask the most important question: Would I be willing to replace my entire home utensil set with this spork? If you’re uncertain the answer is yes, you’ll probably hate the thing by day three on the trail. Weight

And because it’s plastic it’s particularly lightweight, coming in at a mere 0.3 ounces, which is just 9 grams. Each spork was used with the intent to scoop 5 of the happiest, hardiest helpings into the camp bowl and camp mug. We compared which sporks were able to scoop most efficiently and the most in quantity.In addition to featuring a full-size spoon on one end, and a fork on the other, one of the tines on the fork has a serrated edge, so you can use it as a knife. But to be honest it is not a very good knife. The Humangear GoBites Uno Spork comes in a huge amount of colors and there is sure to be one that suits your style and personality. The color choice is also good if you are in a large group and everyone has a different color.

Sporks can be worth it, especially if they are made from durable materials like titanium. They are designed as a combination of spoon and fork, and some even include a knife. This makes them a versatile tool for stirring, scooping, and serving food in various situations. 4. Why would you use a spork? You don’t need to be out in the wilds to find the Spork a piece of cutlery you can’t live without. Use at home, school, college or work. It looks great in the lunch box to enjoy that salad or tasty leftovers from the night before! Just slip in it your bag and it’s ready to use. Great for use on the beach, picnics and at the BBQ.

It fascinates me because it is so wildly different and rogue. The CRKT Eat’n Tool is heavy, short, awkward, comes with a bottle opener and is probably indestructible. STRONG, STURDY & LIGHTWEIGHT: At just 10g and measuring 178mm x 38mm it easily fits in your bag or lunch box. Suitable for use by all ages, kids love the bright colours and adults love that it’s tough and hard-wearing. Diverse Selection: From recycled biodegradable plastic sporksto Serving sets and wine accessories, our collection offers a diverse selection of printed cooking products that can be tailored to your brand's style and messaging.

Aluminum is another very light metal and slightly cheaper than titanium. Aluminum sporks can be manufactured very thin, keeping them some of the lightest options around. But the thin material can bend if too much pressure is applied.

Another great thing about plastic sporks is the choice of colors. It is very easy to get a spork that will stand out when you are in a group which is great to prevent people from being confused about who owns what spork. Aluminum US trademark application, serial no. 609,277, filed January 26, 1951. Official Gazette of the United States Patent Office, vol. 665, no. 3, p. 673, December 16, 1952. Accessed April 2, 2014. This extra long utensil is the perfect tool for camp cooking but not without a minor sacrifices in comfort Aluminum conducts heat more than titanium which means the handle of the spork can become hot if using it for cooking. Some users complain about a metallic taste when using aluminum utensils. Like other metals, the tines can be sharp so make sure it is stored safely. Ideal for Scouts, Guides, Cadets or on that Duke of Edinburgh Expedition. A great addition to kit for HM Forces, Mountain Leaders and any Outdoor Enthusiast.

It’s also important for it to be easy and comfortable to use. Ideally, it should perform as closely to frontcountry cutlery as possible, so you don’t have to relearn how to eat. The Light My Fire Titanium Spork is made in Sweden with genuine titanium, and as such it’s durable and built to really last. It’s naturally non-toxic and BPA-free and does not give off a metallic taste. Don’t get covered in beef stroganoff. We’ve done the dirty work for you and put six of the most popular sporks to the test in a head-to-head competition. We tested their durability, functionality and versatility as a kitchen utensil, and I’m here to tell you exactly which is the best spork for you, based on your individual camping needs. Sea to Summit AlphaLight Spork. Ah, the regularly sized sibling of the Best Spork for Ultralighters, the AlphaLight Long Spork.It’s durable, built to last, and conforms to FDA food safety standards. It weighs an ultralight 0.4 ounces, which is just 12 grams. In an environment where conventional metal, hard plastic or disposable cutlery may pose a danger or risk to those under supervision or care, the SuperSafe™ Spork proves a perfect alternative. It’s a decent spork with decent durability, and comes with the same cute carabiner as its sibling. However, I had LOTS of trouble scooping spaghetti with it and I’m too much of a carb lover to make that sacrifice. Summary