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Lighter1 Bear Bin-Large
Lighter1 Bear Bin-Large
Lighter1 Bear Bin-Small
Lighter1 Bear Bin-Large
Lighter1 Bear Bin-Small
Lighter1 Bear Bin-Large
Lighter1 Bear Bin-Large
Lighter1 Bear Bin-Small

Product Discontinued by Manufacturer

Lighter1 Bear Bin has been discontinued by Lighter1 and is no longer available. Our product experts have helped us select these available replacements below.You can also explore other items in the Camp & Hike, Camping Essentials, Bear Protection yourself to try and find the perfect replacement for you!

Product Info for Lighter1 Bear Bin

The LIGHTER1 Bear Bin is an ultra light polycarb bear canister and a cooking pan that doubles as the lid for the Polycarb canister. LIGHTER1 Bear Bins have been approved by the Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee (IGBC) for use in the National Parks. It has been individually approved by such parks as Yosemite, Denali, Sequoia, Kings Canyon (SEKI), Glacier, and Rocky Mt. National Park. LIGHTER1 also passed the "Grizzly and Wolf Center live bear test".image

Features of Lighter1 Bear Bin:

  • Small canister is ideal for weekends or short trips
  • Large canister is ideal for longer trips and larger groups
  • The inner support becomes the handle for the pan

Package Contents:

  • Lighter1 Bear Bin
Customer Reviews for Lighter1 Bear Bin Read All (10)
Helpful Positive Review
by Randy W., Updated on August 17, 2018
Small size is perfect for fitting into smaller alpine packs and plenty of space for 5 or 6 days of food for one or two people. Don't use freeze dried so lots of space for real food. More than enough space to pack 3 days of food, stove and canister fuel inside. Best to carry small pot holder to make for safer pouring of hot liquids.
Helpful Positive Review
by Christopher D., from NV, United States Updated on July 29, 2018
Perfect for storing food. The lid is pretty cool as it also doubles as a cooking pan.
Helpful Positive Review
by ArFootDoc, Updated on July 6, 2018
Love the fact that the lid is also a frying pan. If I have to carry it for bear proofing, then it might as well be highly functional. Wide mouth allows easy access
Helpful Positive Review
by Marty, Verified Owner from CA, United States Updated on June 25, 2018
I ordered the larger Bear bin because it cost only marginally more and I sometimes bring lightweight snacks that take up more volume while backpacking. When it arrived, it was much larger than it appeared in the picture with the backpacker holding it. This will take up over half your pack. It is better suited for car camping for which I intend to use it. The standard size bin i...
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Pros:
  • None
Cons:
  • bigger than expected
Best Used for:
  • car camping or larger backpacking groups
Helpful Positive Review
by Daniel A., Updated on June 19, 2017
I bought this model because I needed a bear canister that was accepted in parks both on the east coast and on the west coast. This one fit the bill. It's sturdy, well shaped, see through and comparable in weight to others. I've used it on several week + hikes so far and have enjoyed it much more than the traditional black canisters. The pot/lid, while functional, I never used a...
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Helpful Positive Review
by Jim F., Updated on May 18, 2016
I read complaints about the screws connecting the top. I didn't find any thing wrong with this system.
Questions & Answers for Lighter1 Bear Bin
Q How much do these bins weigh?
A
Expert Answer

The large weighs 2 lbs 11 oz. The small weighs 1 lb 12 oz.

Answered by Jonathan, Gear Expert, August 3, 2018
Q What is the lid/pan made of?
A

The lid is made out of anodized aluminum.

Answered by CampSaver.com, Verified Owner, May 3, 2016
Q How is the lid secured to the canister?
A

The top lid/pan is screwed into the cross support bar through the main barrel. So screws is the short answer.

Answered by CampSaver.com, Verified Owner, March 15, 2016
Q Does the lid for the "pan" come included with the Small Bear Bin?
A

There is no lid included to go with the pan. The pan is used as the lid for the Bear Bins, but no additional lid is included.

Answered by Becca, Verified Owner, July 30, 2014

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Lighter1 Bear Bin Unavailable & Discontinued Models

List of Unorderable Models

  • Lighter1 Bear Bin-Large , MPN: BD2974 , UPC: 297414425295 , Code: X13-CBP-LIG0001-LIG0001-LARGE
  • Lighter1 Bear Bin-Small , MPN: LS1291 , UPC: 129121911399 , Code: X13-CBP-LIG0001-LIG0001-SMALL
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