+wandererrob Posted February 15, 2007 Share Posted February 15, 2007 I just finished my current tube of Airborne and got to thinking about the container. Looks like a pretty tight seal with a silica gel packet built into the cover. I'm now wondering how they'd be as micros containers. I just thought of this now so have not even tested the idea. Just wondering if anybody else HAS. Quote Link to comment
+Super_Nate Posted February 15, 2007 Share Posted February 15, 2007 Well, there are an awful lot of those M&M tubes out there.....Aren't Airborne tubes the same thing? Quote Link to comment
+sbell111 Posted February 15, 2007 Share Posted February 15, 2007 Well, there are an awful lot of those M&M tubes out there.....Aren't Airborne tubes the same thing?If you were to lick a few on the inside, you wouldn't have to ask that question. M&M tubes have a yumminess to them that Airborne tubes simply do not have. Quote Link to comment
+Mr. 0 Posted February 15, 2007 Share Posted February 15, 2007 I've got one of these at home that isn't quite empty yet. I've thought about it, but I'll have to wait until it's empty before I put it through the ol' "dunk it in a sink full of water" test. It does look like it would probably work a little better than the standard film cans though. Quote Link to comment
+Loch Cache Posted February 15, 2007 Share Posted February 15, 2007 I just finished my current tube of Airborne and got to thinking about the container. Looks like a pretty tight seal with a silica gel packet built into the cover. I'm now wondering how they'd be as micros containers. I just thought of this now so have not even tested the idea. Just wondering if anybody else HAS. Don't know what "Airborne"s are. Can you post a picture? Quote Link to comment
+Mr. 0 Posted February 15, 2007 Share Posted February 15, 2007 Don't know what "Airborne"s are. Can you post a picture? It's a cold remedy/prevention tablet. You drop it in water, like an Alka Seltzer. Below was the best pic I could quickly find that shows the container in question. Quote Link to comment
+Vinny & Sue Team Posted February 15, 2007 Share Posted February 15, 2007 Don't know what "Airborne"s are. Can you post a picture? It's a cold remedy/prevention tablet. You drop it in water, like an Alka Seltzer. Below was the best pic I could quickly find that shows the container in question. Eeek! Excuse me if I am missing the obvious, but why are people flagrantly discussing drug usage on these forums? Quote Link to comment
+Muddy Chris Posted February 15, 2007 Share Posted February 15, 2007 (edited) Eeek! Excuse me if I am missing the obvious, but why are people flagrantly discussing drug usage on these forums? It's not a drug ... It's vitamins and herbs. I just took a good look at my container .... Looks like it would work good. Chris Edited February 15, 2007 by Muddy Chris Quote Link to comment
+Loch Cache Posted February 15, 2007 Share Posted February 15, 2007 Don't know what "Airborne"s are. Can you post a picture? It's a cold remedy/prevention tablet. You drop it in water, like an Alka Seltzer. Below was the best pic I could quickly find that shows the container in question. Thanks for the picture. It looks as good as a mini M&M container. Should work. Wrigley's came out with a mint that is in a tic-tac like container but is oval shaped and relatively waterproof. (I googled it but did not find a picture.) It is my newest favorite micro container. Better than the metal Altoids containers and I actually like the mints. Loch Cache Quote Link to comment
+wandererrob Posted February 15, 2007 Author Share Posted February 15, 2007 Thanks for the picture. It looks as good as a mini M&M container. Should work. Wrigley's came out with a mint that is in a tic-tac like container but is oval shaped and relatively waterproof. (I googled it but did not find a picture.) It is my newest favorite micro container. Better than the metal Altoids containers and I actually like the mints. Loch Cache Seems like the cover is more likely to be waterproof than an M&M tube IMO, though without testing I fully admit I may be dead wrong on that. Then there's the silica capsule built into the cap which might help with humidity and condensation. Anyway, not something I'm very likely to use myself, except maybe for a multi... hmmm... but anyway, just wanted to kick it out there for the masses to ponder, discuss, test, etc. Maybe i'll plunk one in the sink tonight with a piece of paper in it, then let it sit overnight and see what happens. Quote Link to comment
+wandererrob Posted February 15, 2007 Author Share Posted February 15, 2007 Well, there are an awful lot of those M&M tubes out there.....Aren't Airborne tubes the same thing?If you were to lick a few on the inside, you wouldn't have to ask that question. M&M tubes have a yumminess to them that Airborne tubes simply do not have. True, but M&M's don't do a thing for colds Quote Link to comment
+Harry Dolphin Posted February 15, 2007 Share Posted February 15, 2007 Eeek! Excuse me if I am missing the obvious, but why are people flagrantly discussing drug usage on these forums? It's not a drug ... It's vitamins and herbs. I just took a good look at my container .... Looks like it would work good. Chris Oh. Obviously vitamins and herbs could never be considered drugs. Like the coca leaves the Pope took whilst in Bolivia. It's just an herb. Quote Link to comment
+wandererrob Posted February 15, 2007 Author Share Posted February 15, 2007 (edited) Eeek! Excuse me if I am missing the obvious, but why are people flagrantly discussing drug usage on these forums? I'm trying to decide if you're serious, or being funny. I mean, it's just a cold remedy. Edited February 15, 2007 by wandererrob Quote Link to comment
+hairball45 Posted February 16, 2007 Share Posted February 16, 2007 Huh. I hadn't thought about an Airborne tube for a micro. There's always a couple of 'em around the house. Of course they have the tablets in them right now, but a cold or two from now....... Hey, if you want to have a good supply of pill bottles just hang around for a few years. My wife and I both generate a bunch of the things. I have a gallon zip lock full and eight or ten loose ones on my desk. Sheesh. H Quote Link to comment
+Vinny & Sue Team Posted February 16, 2007 Share Posted February 16, 2007 Eeek! Excuse me if I am missing the obvious, but why are people flagrantly discussing drug usage on these forums? I'm trying to decide if you're serious, or being funny. I mean, it's just a cold remedy. Yes, that is what people say about all kinds of "over the counter" drugs, such as painkillers, allergy remedies, etc. Speaking as a former psychotherapist, many studies have shown that EVERYONE who later became an alcoholic or abuser of other drugs (i.e., pot, heroin, cocaine, etc.) first started with "innocent" over-the-counter drugs and then progressed, in a stepwise domino effect, to abusing alcohol, cocaine, pot or heroin. Quote Link to comment
+Mr. 0 Posted February 16, 2007 Share Posted February 16, 2007 Yes, that is what people say about all kinds of "over the counter" drugs, such as painkillers, allergy remedies, etc. Speaking as a former psychotherapist, many studies have shown that EVERYONE who later became an alcoholic or abuser of other drugs (i.e., pot, heroin, cocaine, etc.) first started with "innocent" over-the-counter drugs and then progressed, in a stepwise domino effect, to abusing alcohol, cocaine, pot or heroin. Uh oh....I better stop taking my daily multi-vitamin ASAP. I don't know if I can quit now, I mean I've been taking them for years now.... Quote Link to comment
+escondido100 Posted February 16, 2007 Share Posted February 16, 2007 for those who use a nicotine replacement to battle the war on smoking.....commit has a great little container similar to the airborne tube. Quote Link to comment
+Too Tall John Posted February 16, 2007 Share Posted February 16, 2007 Eeek! Excuse me if I am missing the obvious, but why are people flagrantly discussing drug usage on these forums? I'm trying to decide if you're serious, or being funny. I mean, it's just a cold remedy. Either way, it's funny. Quote Link to comment
+mini cacher Posted February 16, 2007 Share Posted February 16, 2007 Huh. I hadn't thought about an Airborne tube for a micro. There's always a couple of 'em around the house. Of course they have the tablets in them right now, but a cold or two from now.......if you get a cold or two... then it would appear that they aren't working... Quote Link to comment
+GoBolts! Posted February 16, 2007 Share Posted February 16, 2007 I have a few out in the field...they do well...I think the Desiccant in the cap helps keep moister under control. Quote Link to comment
Suscrofa Posted February 16, 2007 Share Posted February 16, 2007 Yes, that is what people say about all kinds of "over the counter" drugs, such as painkillers, allergy remedies, etc. Speaking as a former psychotherapist, many studies have shown that EVERYONE who later became an alcoholic or abuser of other drugs (i.e., pot, heroin, cocaine, etc.) first started with "innocent" over-the-counter drugs and then progressed, in a stepwise domino effect, to abusing alcohol, cocaine, pot or heroin. I reckon you are god dadgum right ! I started with plain cough medicine and now am in the "alcohol" state, that is wine drinking ! Though I hesitate to go the next steps for I like the current one and cocaine is harder to get ! Quote Link to comment
Clan Riffster Posted February 16, 2007 Share Posted February 16, 2007 many studies have shown that EVERYONE who later became an alcoholic or abuser of other drugs first started with "innocent" over-the-counter drugs and then progressed. I guess Carlin was right. Mother's milk does lead to heroin. Quote Link to comment
+One of the Texas Vikings Posted February 16, 2007 Share Posted February 16, 2007 Don't know what "Airborne"s are. Can you post a picture? It's a cold remedy/prevention tablet. You drop it in water, like an Alka Seltzer. Below was the best pic I could quickly find that shows the container in question. Whew !.... I'm glad you posted that. I was thinking of Airborne Package service and was wondering what kind of tubes they would have, that weren't cardboard. Quote Link to comment
+One of the Texas Vikings Posted February 16, 2007 Share Posted February 16, 2007 Eeek! Excuse me if I am missing the obvious, but why are people flagrantly discussing drug usage on these forums? I'm trying to decide if you're serious, or being funny. I mean, it's just a cold remedy. Yes, that is what people say about all kinds of "over the counter" drugs, such as painkillers, allergy remedies, etc. Speaking as a former psychotherapist, many studies have shown that EVERYONE who later became an alcoholic or abuser of other drugs (i.e., pot, heroin, cocaine, etc.) first started with "innocent" over-the-counter drugs and then progressed, in a stepwise domino effect, to abusing alcohol, cocaine, pot or heroin. Statistics show that 95% of all heroin users ate or have eaten French Fries....therefore.... If you eat or have eaten French Fries, you have a proclivity to heroin use....! What a load !!!! Especially the part about "EVERYONE".... Typical Psychobabel.... Sorry, but it is....... Quote Link to comment
+ArgusTuft Posted February 16, 2007 Share Posted February 16, 2007 Statistics show that 95% of all heroin users ate or have eaten French Fries....therefore.... If you eat or have eaten French Fries, you have a proclivity to heroin use....! What a load !!!! Especially the part about "EVERYONE".... Typical Psychobabel.... Sorry, but it is....... NO! It's true! Statistics show that: a. 98.9% of people who die in air crashes had peas and/or carrots within 52 weeks of their demise, so if you're going OS, plan your menu and leave out peas AND carrots b. There has never been 2 or more bombs involved in the hijack of any type of transport. Just take your own bomb with you and you'll be safe c. 76.98% of all statistics quoted in general conversation are made up on the spot! PS - I don't really suggest you take your own bomb with you - Honest, Officer, I was just joking! Oh, look, there's Jack, say Hi....... Quote Link to comment
+hairball45 Posted February 16, 2007 Share Posted February 16, 2007 (edited) Huh. I hadn't thought about an Airborne tube for a micro. There's always a couple of 'em around the house. Of course they have the tablets in them right now, but a cold or two from now.......if you get a cold or two... then it would appear that they aren't working... Hey, I didn't say it would be real quick, and I have to feel one coming on before it makes sense to drink the stuff. It doesn't taste much like your favorite microbrew. Edited February 16, 2007 by hairball45 Quote Link to comment
+wandererrob Posted February 16, 2007 Author Share Posted February 16, 2007 PS - I don't really suggest you take your own bomb with you - Honest, Officer, I was just joking! Oh, look, there's Jack, say Hi....... --The following events take place between 12:00pm and 1:00 pm-- Jack: "TELL ME WHERE YOU PUT THE MICRO! *cocks gun and takes aim*" Rob: "I haven't even tested the Airborne tube yet" Jack "TELL ME WHERE IT IS NOW OR YOU WILL DIE!" Rob: "but..." Jack: >BLAM!< Rob: *thud* Quote Link to comment
+MedicWilson Posted February 16, 2007 Share Posted February 16, 2007 Ive got one in the field too, works great. just camo tape from walmart. Quote Link to comment
+swaninwa Posted February 16, 2007 Share Posted February 16, 2007 GOODNESS, it's amazing how the most innocent question can turn into a thread that comes back and bites you in the butt!! In any case, I just wanted to say: I'd never seen an Airborne container until I noticed one on my Mom's kitchen counter last week. When I picked it up to examine it, the first thing I thought was "Micro?" I'll tell you what -- ANYTHING is better than an Altoid tin. We've never ONCE found an Altoid tin that was dry and in decent shape. We do live in Washington state, but still... Quote Link to comment
+QuesterMark Posted February 16, 2007 Share Posted February 16, 2007 Yes, that is what people say about all kinds of "over the counter" drugs, such as painkillers, allergy remedies, etc. Speaking as a former psychotherapist, many studies have shown that EVERYONE who later became an alcoholic or abuser of other drugs (i.e., pot, heroin, cocaine, etc.) first started with "innocent" over-the-counter drugs and then progressed, in a stepwise domino effect, to abusing alcohol, cocaine, pot or heroin. Let's not forget that what's legal now might become illegal later. Some of what you mention was legal 100 years ago or whenever it was first "discovered". Quote Link to comment
+Super_Nate Posted February 17, 2007 Share Posted February 17, 2007 --The following events take place between 12:00pm and 1:00 pm-- Jack: "TELL ME WHERE YOU PUT THE MICRO! *cocks gun and takes aim*" Rob: "I haven't even tested the Airborne tube yet" Jack "TELL ME WHERE IT IS NOW OR YOU WILL DIE!" Rob: "but..." Jack: >BLAM!< Rob: *thud* I am sure Jack is the one behind all those "fake bomb" caches that keep getting the public uptight. You gotta be careful about Jack....he is a sneaky one! Quote Link to comment
magellan315 Posted February 17, 2007 Share Posted February 17, 2007 (edited) Eeek! Excuse me if I am missing the obvious, but why are people flagrantly discussing drug usage on these forums? I'm trying to decide if you're serious, or being funny. I mean, it's just a cold remedy. Yes, that is what people say about all kinds of "over the counter" drugs, such as painkillers, allergy remedies, etc. Speaking as a former psychotherapist, many studies have shown that EVERYONE who later became an alcoholic or abuser of other drugs (i.e., pot, heroin, cocaine, etc.) first started with "innocent" over-the-counter drugs and then progressed, in a stepwise domino effect, to abusing alcohol, cocaine, pot or heroin. Speaking as an untrained laymen this stuff is about as dangerous as taking a vitamin, as matter of fact thts all it is. Ingredients are: Vitamin A, C, & E. Magnesium, Zinc, Manganese, Pottasium, Lonicera, Forsthia, Schizonepeta, Ginger, Chinese Vitex, Isatis Root, Echinicha, Glutamane, Lysine, and Sodium. Personally I've tried it and I'll just stick with my daily multi-vitamin. Edited February 17, 2007 by magellan315 Quote Link to comment
+stormcloud Posted February 17, 2007 Share Posted February 17, 2007 It would probably be as good as and M&M container and and Asprin container. Studies have shown that just one Geocache will creat an addiction for finding small containers. Quote Link to comment
+Orville50US Posted June 10, 2007 Share Posted June 10, 2007 I know this is an old thread but I just wanted to let everyone know that I have 2 caches made out of these containors and they are great! Quote Link to comment
+briansnat Posted June 11, 2007 Share Posted June 11, 2007 Vitamin A, C, & E. Magnesium, Zinc, Manganese, Pottasium, Lonicera, Forsthia, Schizonepeta, Ginger, Chinese Vitex, Isatis Root, Echinicha, Glutamane, Lysine, and Sodium. I thought that was a crazy, animal rights activist. Quote Link to comment
+mzairboy Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 Making a whole series out of these containers. Passed the dunk test! Works for me. Quote Link to comment
+GrateBear Posted September 17, 2009 Share Posted September 17, 2009 Well, there are an awful lot of those M&M tubes out there.....Aren't Airborne tubes the same thing?If you were to lick a few on the inside, you wouldn't have to ask that question. M&M tubes have a yumminess to them that Airborne tubes simply do not have. True, but M&M's don't do a thing for colds Neither does Airborne, at least from what my experience has been. And they taste what I imagine licking the back of a piece of carpet tastes like. Not that I've tried that! Quote Link to comment
gudels1 Posted September 18, 2009 Share Posted September 18, 2009 I was looking at a cache where it has Airborne tube as part of the description, I thought this is going to be a big cache, not a micro. I was thinking of the Airborne express shipping tube. Quote Link to comment
+popokiiti Posted September 18, 2009 Share Posted September 18, 2009 Vitamin A, C, & E. Magnesium, Zinc, Manganese, Pottasium, Lonicera, Forsthia, Schizonepeta, Ginger, Chinese Vitex, Isatis Root, Echinicha, Glutamane, Lysine, and Sodium. I thought that was a crazy, animal rights activist. And I thought that was crazy catnip: schizonepeta ...well, nepeta makes some of my cats crazy! Quote Link to comment
+Castle Mischief Posted September 18, 2009 Share Posted September 18, 2009 Well, there are an awful lot of those M&M tubes out there.....Aren't Airborne tubes the same thing?If you were to lick a few on the inside, you wouldn't have to ask that question. M&M tubes have a yumminess to them that Airborne tubes simply do not have. Bringing this thread back from the dead was worth it for this single visual image alone. Thank you. Quote Link to comment
knowschad Posted September 18, 2009 Share Posted September 18, 2009 Well, there are an awful lot of those M&M tubes out there.....Aren't Airborne tubes the same thing?If you were to lick a few on the inside, you wouldn't have to ask that question. M&M tubes have a yumminess to them that Airborne tubes simply do not have. Bringing this thread back from the dead was worth it for this single visual image alone. Thank you. I thought for a few seconds there that Vinny was back. Then I realized the thread date. Quote Link to comment
+sTeamTraen Posted September 18, 2009 Share Posted September 18, 2009 I think the Desiccant in the cap helps keep moister under control. Dream on... it doesn't. Dessicant only helps for a short while, unless you either dry it out or renew it. That little sachet that came with your digital camera is designed to stop the small amount of humidity which was in the air inside the box when the item was packed on a warm, humid day in Asia, from condensing inside the camera during shipping. It's not some magic bullet that removes unlimited amounts of water vapour from the air for ever. Quote Link to comment
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