FAQs

Q: How do I use Summit Suds to wash my hands?

A: Wet your hand and apply a small amount to your hand, rub your hands together then rinse.

Q: How much soap do I use to wash my hands?

A: About a dime sized amount.

Q: How long will a 3oz pouch of Summit Suds last?

A: About 350-400 hand washes.

Q: How is your day going?

A: Pretty good. Thanks for asking.

Q: Should I take the kraft paper pouch with me on my backpacking trip?

A: No. The kraft paper pouch isn't strong enough to go with you on your rugged journey. We recommend filling up small plastic dispenser with a flip top lid.

Q: What's the best way to fill up a plastic dispenser from the pouch?

A: Create a funnel with a sheet of paper by rolling it up and having one end larger than the other. Use a piece of tape to keep it from unrolling.

Q: How do you pronounce pika?

A: 🥧-kuh (American pronunciation).

Q:  What Makes Summit Suds different from other Camping Soaps?

A:  Summit Suds is the ultimate powdered backpacking soap designed for ultralight hikers, campers, and thru-hikers who need a reliable, eco-friendly solution on the trail. Unlike traditional liquid soaps or messy bars, Summit Suds is biodegradable, non-freezing, TSA-compliant, and safe for use on your hands, hair, dishes, clothes, and gear. It dissolves easily in cold water, won’t leak in your pack, and adds virtually no weight to your kit. Whether you’re trekking through alpine snow or desert heat, Summit Suds delivers powerful, low-impact cleanliness wherever the trail takes you.