Does Size Matter??????

[+Haggis Hunter]

Now i'm not talking about what the other sex may think. I'm talking about the size you say your lunchbox is. Oops I mean Cache.

 

The sizes go from Micro straight to Regular. I have placed a couple of small caches that I would say do not fit the description of either. How should I describe a small cache such as a sports bottle size.

 

Or should I just stop worrying about the size of things and get on with it.

 

Haggis Hunter

[+Renegade Knight]

Use your best judgement when listing it as a micro vs. regular and if you are still puzzled just describe the container. I find it help to know the actual size when I'm looking. Ok maybe it doesnt' help but I like knowing.

Edited March 23, 2004 by Renegade Knight

[+Simply Paul]

Like he said ^

 

I've used some very small containers for a few of my caches too, and have said as much in the description. As I read the rules, a micro is big enough for a log, a pencil nub and very little else. On that basis the 600cc boxes and tins I've used are regular caches...just very small ones

 

When in doubt, just add a mention to your description. That way if people don't realise they're hunting for a tiddler, it's their own dadgum fault for not reading the page properly. Just like when I go out not knowing I'm looking for a micro.

 

SP

Edited March 23, 2004 by Simply Paul

[+wildtrekker]

What they said ^

 

If you can't get much in it other than the odd badge, coin or button, then it's Micro, otherwise a Small regular cache. I too just say when using small boxes, so it helps people when bringing swaps. If I know I'm going to a Micro cache, then my Swaps box stays in the car and my Micro box goes in my pocket.

[+Simply Paul]

Another bright idea: I list the original contents of the cache on the page, which gives a clear indication of the size of the box. It's also helpful to workout what's likely to still be in it when you visit... That's if anyone cares

 

SP

[+Stem]

A regular cache can be so varying in size, I appreciate when a hider mentions the container in the descr. Not only will it help to determine where t look, but also determine sizes of items for trade.

 

I am in no way criticizing 'simply paul' , but it makes me sad to see the original contents on a cache desription page. Unless it is a new cache, It is rare to find any of those items in it. Around my parts, I usually find Mctoys and the like. Again, not a criticizm, just my .02

[+Simply Paul]

Fair comment from Stem. The content listing is a bit pointless after the cache has received a few visits, but it does say something about cache size, and it does initially reassure the cache-approver that there's no contraband (firearms, drugs, food, Asylum Seekers) in it.

 

SP

[Cholo]

When in doubt, just add a mention to your description. That way if people don't realise they're hunting for a tiddler, it's their own dadgum fault for not reading the page properly.

 

SP

What is a tiddler?

[+washboy]

What is a tiddler?

Tiddler n. Brit. colloq. 1 a small fish, esp. a stickleback or minnow. 2 an unusually small thing or person. [perh. rel. to TIDDLY and tittlebat, a childish form of stickleback]

 

Tiddly adj. (tiddlier, tiddliest) Brit. colloq. little.

[+Simply Paul]

Thanks Washboy, I couldn't have said it better myself, lol! What I meant was the sub 1ltr. tupper'ish boxes I sometimes use. Tesco do some own-brand 600cc plastic boxes for about 60p, which I think's a bargain.

 

Happy caching

 

SP

[Cholo]

What is a tiddler?

Tiddler n. Brit. colloq. 1 a small fish, esp. a stickleback or minnow. 2 an unusually small thing or person. [perh. rel. to TIDDLY and tittlebat, a childish form of stickleback]

 

Tiddly adj. (tiddlier, tiddliest) Brit. colloq. little.

I figured it probably meant something small, but I wasn't sure, it might have been some sort of special container. Thanks