Stormproof matches
Fire & IgnitionExtended-burn matches that stay lit in wind and relight after a dunk.
- Approx. cost
- $5–$12
- Weight
- ~1 oz with case
- Used in
- 1 kit
Purpose
Provide a weatherproof, no-fuel-needed backup fire source.
Used in kits
- Weekend Camping Kit
Camping
Alternatives
- Ferro rod— Reusable thousands of times; matches are finite.
Maintenance notes
- Keep them and the striker in a waterproof case.
Buying considerations
- Confirm they include a spare striker.
- Longer burn time helps with stubborn tinder.
Page history & editing
Revision status: approved Last edited 2026-07-01 by human editor