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What coat should I wear when camping that won't be damaged through melting by embers from a fire?
I've gone sub-freezing camping a few times and each time I've had an ember (without noticing) melt/burn through an outer layer.
The first time was through a synthetic down type jacket (fairly thin), ...
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Is it safe to wear a down jacket while building a fire?
The outside of a down jacket is usually made of nylon or polyester, which is inflammable.
While trying to build a fire, is it safe to wear this jacket? Or will the flying embers be enough to set the ...
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