304 stainless steel body — strongest collapsible bowl STS has made. Rigid feel of real dinnerware.

Folds to 21 mm thin — slides into any pack pocket, kitchen drawer, or RV cabinet.

EU food-grade silicone + 304 stainless steel · BPA-free, PFOA-free, PTFE-free.

Base-to-wall curve matches STS spoons — clean out the last morsel.

Silicone insert in base grips surfaces — no sliding on tables, no rattle in storage.

Collapses flat + stacks with other Detour pieces for nested transport.

The Detour Collapsible Bowl uses a 77% Stainless Steel / 23% Silicone material split — combining the rigidity of steel with the flexibility of silicone. 304 Stainless Steel: - Industry-standard food-grade stainless steel - Same alloy used in cookware, water bottles, restaurant equipment - Corrosion-resistant, durable, doesn't impart flavors - Won't bend or flex — feels like real dinnerware even when expanded - Easy to clean, dishwasher-safe - Better heat tolerance than aluminum (won't leach flavors at high temps) EU Food-Grade Silicone: - Higher regulatory standard than basic "food-grade" claims - Free of BPA, PFOA, PTFE — verified per EU safety standards - Heat-resistant up to high temperatures (vs plastic which can warp) - Flexible enough to fold the bowl flat - Doesn't absorb odors or flavors - Backed by EU food-contact certification Why this combo: - Steel provides structure and rigidity (real-bowl feel) - Silicone provides the fold mechanism (the hinge that lets it collapse) - Together they create a bowl that's both rigid in use and collapsible in storage - 23% silicone is engineered to be the minimum needed for the folding seam while keeping the bowl mostly rigid

The bowl collapses from 5.1 cm (M) or 4.8 cm (L) open to a 2.1 cm (21mm) flat disc for storage. Here's how: Collapsing (storage): 1. Press the sidewalls toward the center 2. The silicone hinge folds inward 3. Bowl flattens to 21 mm height 4. Stacks flat against other Detour pieces Expanding (use): 1. Press flat plate-like bowl on table 2. Pull sidewalls up and outward 3. Sidewalls click into rigid position (steel structure holds shape) 4. Bowl is ready to use Why this is better than soft silicone-only collapsibles: - Soft silicone bowls flop around, slosh when held - Steel-reinforced Detour bowls hold their shape like ceramic/steel dinnerware - More pleasant to eat from, easier to scoop from The hinge: the silicone runs in a single seam around the bowl's circumference. That seam is the only moving part. Steel sidewalls stay rigid; silicone hinge flexes.

The base has a silicone rubber insert that solves two common problems with collapsible bowls: No Sliding: - Silicone grips smooth surfaces (table, counter, shelf) - Bowl stays put when eating in motion (RV, boat, train) - Important for people who eat in unstable environments No Rattle: - Without silicone, steel bowls would clang against each other in storage - Silicone absorbs vibrations — folded bowls are silent in a pack or cabinet - Critical for RV/boat dwellers (per STS FAQ) Bonus: Heat Insulation: - The silicone insert also insulates your hand from hot contents - STS confirms the bowl "can be held comfortably when it contains hot food" - The silicone doesn't get as hot as the steel walls would

The inside curve between the base and sidewalls is engineered to match Sea to Summit spoons — this is the same radius as the spoon bowl. Why this matters: - Spoon tip matches the curve — easy to scrape the last yogurt, soup, oatmeal - Reduces food waste (no un-scooped residue in corners) - Easier cleanup (smooth, no tight corners to scrub) - More pleasant eating experience STS spoons that fit: - Folding Camp Spatula & Serving Spoon (from Camp Kitchen Tool Kit) - Detour spoons (sibling dinnerware) - Frontier UL Cutlery (3-piece + Long Handle 2-piece) Practical difference: vs generic bowls with sharp 90° angles (where spoons can't reach corners), the Detour's curve means you actually finish your meal cleanly.

Multiple Detour Bowls (and Plates, Mugs) stack flat when collapsed: Why stacking matters: - Packed flat (21mm) bowls nest tightly - Stack 4-6 bowls in the same space as 1 unfolded bowl - Fits easily in RV cabinet, kitchen drawer, or pack side-pocket - Doesn't waste pack real estate STS dinnerware ecosystem: - Detour Stainless Steel Bowl (this product) - Detour Stainless Steel Plate (sibling) - Detour Stainless Steel Mug (sibling) - All use the same collapse-to-flat mechanism - All stack together when packed Family setup: 4 people + 4 bowls + 4 mugs + 4 plates = single stack under 5 cm tall.

Per STS: "Please be aware that this product may become hot when used with hot contents. Handle and use with caution." What this means: - The steel walls conduct heat - Hot contents will heat the bowl — like any metal bowl - The silicone base insert provides some insulation but not full - Use a bowl holder, pot holder, or wait for the bowl to cool slightly Practical tips: - For very hot soups/stews, let the bowl cool briefly before handling - Or wrap the bottom in a bandana/cloth - The silicone base insert insulates somewhat but not completely - Heat tolerance is actually a benefit (no plastic warp at high temps) Why metal conducts heat: - Stainless steel is a fair heat conductor (vs silicone, plastic, ceramic which insulate) - Hot soup warms the steel walls - This is true of all-metal bowls including ceramic-coated metal Don't confuse with: - The bowl is heat-tolerant (won't deform or melt) - But the OUTSIDE will be hot when contents are hot - Handle accordingly

The Detour Collapsible Bowl is Award Winning per STS tags — recognized by industry design awards for innovation in collapsible dinnerware. Why it won: - "From the inventors of collapsible dinnerware" — STS pioneered the collapsible category - New stainless + silicone combo is genuinely innovative - Solves real durability problem (soft silicone collapsible bowls wear fast) - Maintains the form factor people love - Improves longevity significantly

Three collapsible dinnerware lines from STS: | Aspect | Detour Stainless Steel | Frontier Ultralight Collapsible | X-Mug / X-Bowl (older line) | |---|---|---|---| | Construction | 77% 304 SS + 23% silicone | Silicone + nylon rim | Polypropylene + silicone | | Weight (M bowl) | 94.5 g | ~50-60 g (lighter) | ~80 g | | Packed Size | 21 mm flat | ~30 mm flat | ~25 mm flat | | Feel in use | Rigid, real bowl | Soft, floppy | Soft | | Durability | Highest | Medium | Lower | | Best For | Auto camping, van life, RV | Backpacking | Light travel | | Dishwasher safe | Yes | Yes | Yes | | Microwave safe | No (metal) | Yes | No | | Price (bowl) | $33.95-$38.95 | ~$19.95 | ~$14.95 | Choose Detour SS for: auto camping, van life, overlanding, family camping, anyone who wants real-dinnerware feel. Heaviest of the three but most durable. Choose Frontier UL for: backpacking where every gram counts. Lighter but floppier. Choose X-Mug/X-Bowl for: budget travel. Soft-sided, lightweight. All three collapse flat. Detour is the premium / most-durable choice.

Car Camping / Van Life / Overlanding: IDEAL use case. The bowl collapses flat for storage, expands to full size for meals, and the no-rattle silicone base is perfect for RV cabinets and boat shelves. Family Camping: Pair the L bowl with child portions or share bowls. Detour Plate + Bowl + Mug = complete family dinnerware set that packs tight. Boat / Yacht: The no-rattle design and stackable format are perfect for marine environments where storage is precious and noise is unwelcome. Backpacking: Not recommended (Frontier UL is much lighter at ~50 g). Detour is overkill weight for a pack. Hunting Cabin: Durable for rough use, dishwasher-safe for easy cleanup, packs tight in storage. Cabins / Vacation Rentals: Bring your own dinnerware for hygiene-sensitive stays. The Detour folds flat in luggage, expands for full meal enjoyment. Daily Lunch: Premium option for office lunches. Collapses for bag, expands to real-bowl eating. Road Trips: Stack 4 bowls in the glove box / center console. Eat from real dinnerware at rest stops.

Detour Stainless Steel Plate: Sibling product — same collapse mechanism, plate format. Stack with bowls for transport. Detour Stainless Steel Mug: Sibling product — same collapse mechanism, mug format. Pair with bowls for complete dinnerware set. Folding Camp Spatula & Serving Spoon (STSA1102): Use with the bowl — the silicone spoon tip matches the curve. Frontier UL Cutlery (3-piece or Long Handle 2-piece): Lighter spoons that also fit the curve. Sea to Summit Wilderness Wash (50ml): For hand-washing the bowl in the backcountry. Or just use the dishwasher at home/cabin. Camp Kitchen Tool Kit (STSA1102): Complete cooking + cleaning setup that pairs well with the Detour Bowl for meals.