Great product.! |
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| This product is something we women have needed since the beginning of time. Because peeing accurately and conveniently is about the only thing that men can do better than women, the freshette equalizes things so that anatomy is not destiny, at least in this regard. However, although the concept is good, the design needs improvement. I don't recall getting the instructions, mentioned above, when I got mine, and since I don't know anyone else who has one or who wants to chat about it, I haven't been able to compare notes. I find it difficult to use the freshette tidily on a consistent basis (maybe reading some instructions would help), and if I haven't used it for a while, it's very easy to use it wrong and make a bit of a mess. I've had mine for years and still cannot always use it without leaks in the wrong direction. Until this gizmo is designed for more reliable, goof-proof performance without instructions, the basic problem for women peeing in the woods is not completely solved. |
| Molly-O at REI on 03/14/2008 |
Now I too can write my name in the snow! |
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| I first used this during a 4-day Inca Trail trek to Machu Picchu (so I called it my Macho Pee-Shooter) and now I won't leave home without it. It saved me from nasty toilets and from getting out of my tent at night in pouring rain. I kept an empty water bottle to use with it in my tent. Since I wasn't always able to rinse it off after use, I carried it wrapped in a bandana, in a zip-loc bag; the bandana also kept it from poking any holes in the bag. As advised elsewhere, I wore pantyliners to avoid the need for toilet paper; most of the drips will fall into the funnel as you pull it forward when finished. Just carry wipes for your hands. I never had any trouble using the device --- no leaks or messes. I did try it in the shower at home first, just to be sure I could use it successfully. Get one! You'll wonder how you ever went without it! |
| CB2 at REI on 03/26/2008 |
You have to get one!!! |
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| Same Here! I was gathering up my gear for my trip to Machu Picchu when I saw this device and thought, this could be the answer to the ever perplexing peeing on the trail dilemna! (esp since my friends had just come back from the the same trip with reports of less than glamorous sanitary conditions)...I too used it on the trail and in the tent (and let me say that on the day it rained for 24 straight hours it was a joy not to have to a) squat in a wet bush or b) get out of my tent and make the trek to “the bathroom”) I cannot recommend this product highly enough! If you like to hike, trek, or go anywhere, take it with you because then you really can “go” anywhere! (PS...good idea trying it in the shower! I was braver, I tried it right in the toilet and my cat stood by watching in utter amazement!!!) |
| Johnny Letter at REI on 04/14/2008 |
Best Camping Gadget for Women |
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This is the handiest gadget. I never make it through the night without having to "go". I use this with a narrow-mouthed securely-closing bottle instead of taking those cold walks in the dark at 3 AM. In the morning, I carry my (opaque!) "water bottle" to the bathroom with me and empty it in the toilet. No body is the wiser.
For use in the tent, strategically place a paper towel to catch any drips.
Only (very minor) con is that the handy ziploc plastic carrier is a little too small. Now I wrap it in a paper towel and put in my own ziploc bag after use. If you trim the sharp-pointy end off the tube it will prevent it from puncturing the bag (and works just fine without the sharp point).
Can't believe I waited so long to get one. |
| Pug Mom at REI on 04/15/2008 |
Must have! |
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| I love it! I'm in the military and have deployed to both Iraq and Afghanistan and when you're on a mission it just doesn't make sense to "pop a squat"...especially wearing body armor. Besides, who wants to be caught with their pants down (literally) when the bullets start to fly? I had to purchase my own but my unit now issues them to all females. This has saved my bladder and dignity several times! |
| EODqt at REI on 01/14/2009 |
Every woman needs one. |
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| Women- no more squatting to pee! You don't even need to drop your pants to use this device. It's the best peice of equipment I own, and I own a lot of equipment! Think hiking, camping, road trips, pit toilets in foreign countries...no more envying the boys! |
| Newjourney at REI on 09/17/2007 |
wouldnt be without it! |
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I have told all my girlfriends they gotta get one!
You can be so discrete just like the guys and not have to find a fanny wide bush to hide behind...LOL. Practice at home a couple times to perfect you routine. Love it!! |
| Patty Mae at REI on 09/12/2007 |
Worth it! |
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| Of all things, I think this was one of the most useful products I got for my last hiking trip! When wearing lots of layers, this makes the job so much easier! |
| Dreamer at REI on 09/17/2007 |
works wonders! |
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| I used this in a tent while camping. I didn't have to go out into the cold and it was easy to clean in the morning. Two thumbs up! |
| SurviveThis at REI on 09/15/2007 |
