here is a link to the iris storitall airtight totes.

http://www.target.com/Iris-Stor-All-Airtight-Containers/dp/B000KA33Q8

 

That looks pretty slick... Seems I've also seen the carbon replacement kits for those high dollar totes at academy for somewhere in the neighborhood of $20 - $25, would add a little more cost, but still substansially less money than the brand name alternative.

 

Me personally I would just get some from walmart. its the same stuff...only A LOT cheaper. you can also recharge it too.(not sure if you can with the big branded kind)

 

My friend did the samething except instead of using carbon he put dirt,leaves, acorns and sticks from your hunting area or backyard. He put them on the bottom of tote and placed a screen or grate at the bottom then he places his clothes in the tote and keeps the lid closed untill he uses them . This works great and keeps your clothes smelling just like the woods.

 

Second that

 

I keep mine in a large trash bag along with a vanilla scented automobile scent tree.

 

I use these tots as well. I buy a pack of scent wafers each season.

http://www.dickssportinggoods.com/p...ods.com/product/index.jsp?productId=11858118&cp=4406646.4413993.4414427.4414475

I duct taped safety pins to the inside of the lid. I just hang the wafers from the pins where they dangle over my clothes. I use them for both my clothes and my pack/gear. I usually hang them only the day before I hunt, otherwise I keep them in the container they come in to "recharge" the wafer.

I've been doing it so long that the tot now reeks of acorns

 

looks good. i just put the leaves and sticks in the bottom no screen or grate and just throw the clothes in on top. yours is more airtight than mine tough good idea

 

Another terrific idea!

 

Great idea. I am going to use the 35 gal Totes (too much camo) and use 2 bungees. I have been useing black trash bags, but always wondered about the plastic smell.

 

^ wal mart sells the 35 gal totes in sets of 4, which would be cheaper than buying separate.

Also the two bungees would be a must for a good seal on the larger ones. Just make sure you get the command brand hooks. I tried the other brand and when I pulled the bungee tight they flew off! The command hooks use the 3M ahdesive that is VERY strong, but you must follow the directions in order for them to bind good to the tote since its sorta textured.

 

where in walmart did you find the activated charcoal?

 

He said the fish dept. any pet store with fish should also have it.

 

Great Idea, I already use the tote just need to modify it the way you describe. Great Idea, can't help but think "WHY DIDN'T I THINK OF THAT"

 

awesome idea! I've been pondering on getting one of those expensive bags, but after reading this I may keep my tote and upgrade it. Thanks!

 

Just remember, if you plan on using activated charcoal dont add scent waffers or add dirt. This would be an oxymoron, as the carbon would just absorb the scent waffer/dirt smell. Activated charcoal is just an option for those who want to use no cover scent on there clothes and make sure they are scent free.

 

So is activated charcoal good for all hunting gear, or just carbon gear?

 

for all. Activated charcoal is the same thing as "activated carbon". just another name.

Activated charcoal, will absorb most all odors/scents. its also what is used to purified water for drinking...fish..ect.

just a super good all round absorbent.

 

This is a really cool idea, im definitely doing this. Thanks for the idea.

 

Good deal cause I bought some anyways, lol. Couldn't find the weather stripping like yours so I had to buy some 1/2 thick black stuff, Still seems to work good. One more question, do you think i should put two jars of the carbon in since I bought the 45 gallon tub? I wanted to put one in my blind bag but I'm debating on putting both in my tote now.

 

here is a link to the seal I used. I used this specifically because its VERY sticky(duck makes good stuff) and it was thin enough to go around the thinnest part of the tub(by the handle clips)

http://www.walmart.com/ip/Duck-Foam-Weatherstrip-Seal-2pk/17133825

Also use a panty hose and just cut it to the length you feel will work. I wouldnt use a jar, as there would be as much surface area to absorb odors/scents, where as the panty hose breathes. Id say for a 45 gallon tub a 15 to 20 inch piece of panty hose filled loosely with activated charcoal would be more than enough.

Ps, have your wife buy the panty hose unless you dont mind looking like a crossdresser!lol

 

This is gonna be my first DIY that I will do for myself.

 

have to up grade my also.......

 

I wonder if baking soda would work? Or cedar chips? I'm gonna try this idea for sure..thx

 

baking soda will work, but not as effective as carbon. if you could figure out a way to spread out the baking soda to get more surface to air ratio it would do ok. but baking soda cant be recharged like carbon, so its more expensive
in the long run.

Also yes, cedar, dirt, leaves..scent waffers will all work as cover scents, but you would still need to wash your clothes in a scent free detergent first. if you use the activated charcoal, DO NOT add any cover scent stuff, as the carbon will absorb the scent from those and eventually become clogged(so to speak).

using carbon is for those who prefer not to store their gear with cover scents.

 

Where did you find the hanger hooks?

 

in my walmart(everyone is a little different) they were in an isle with things like coat hangers, tools ect.

basically its in the home improvement isle. The brand is "command" which I found to be the best after buying a few of the cheaper ones.

 

Great idea going to give this a try. Thanks!

 

Good idea and thanks for sharing. Found the iris ones sold individually for $32 here: http://www.usphome.com/catalog/item.aspx?itemid=106398

 

Good find! I looked for a while, before I just decided to make my own.

 

Good idea. I use a tote but I've been putting cedar "leaves" etc in with my clothes in a vacuum bag (those 'space saver' type bags) to keep the air off of them in the tote. I throw sticks, cedar etc in the bottom of the tote too b/c during the season I'm not so careful to put the clothes back in the bag, seal it and pull the air out.

I like this.