Boundary Waters Quetico Forum :: Gear Forum :: Backpacking Stove Options
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MDVancleave |
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RMinMN |
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Sunburn |
I have yet to see a better designed backpacking stove. |
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NEIowapaddler |
tbro16: "Appreciate the opinions. Its funny, I bought the same little stove twice and each broke after the first year or so of use, one of the recommendations here says to buy a third lol, I'll pass. I should have mentioned cost isnt a concern in my initial post. My stove, canister, backup lighter, and reflectix pot gripper all fit inside my Tokes pot, so that's about as compact and efficient as you can get. But like you said, I don't think any of the higher quality options will let you down. |
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tbro16 |
My biggest concern with the pocket rocket-type builds is having the little wings/leg deals get caught and not fold out properly. That was the main issue I had with the last few I had. They were cheapies, so I got what I expected. I assume the MSR would be constructed much better. The thing I appreciate most about the jetboils is how the whole build fits right into each other when its not in use. I've got everything I need right there. Dont have to dig around in the pack for the stove, then a canister, pot, and lighter. Like how its a little more sturdy and wind protected, but also wish they took up a little less space in the pack. What I appreciate most about the pocket rocket deals is how compact they are, even though they come in multiple little pieces. As mentioned, I also like how I can bring a different size pot for each trip, based on what I think I'll need. Feels like one of those things that I'll be happy with whatever I choose. In the end it doesnt really matter, just helps pass time in these late-winter blues. |
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sns |
Tomcat: " BRS - 3000T titanium stove " +1 I also have been taking the Olicamp Kinetic recently - better for simmering than the BRS. |
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tbro16 |
Not concerned about how fast it'll boil, I'd just like something that can boil up to a liter (or slightly more) at a time and also have an ignitor attached. I've been bouncing back and forth between the various options Jetboil and MSR each offer. Cant decide on the whole stove system Jetboil is best known for vs the MSR pocket rocket-type I've been accustomed to. Thanks! |
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Frenchy19 |
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geotramper |
I prefer this style of stove over the Jetboil because 1) they weigh less, 2) they take up less space, and 3) you;re not stuck in the ecosystem of products for pots and pans. |
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NEIowapaddler |
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YetiJedi |
I've used the jet boil system and it works well - cool system and plenty of people really like it. I haven't tripped with it over time so I can't speak to much else. |
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boonie |
I use it to boil water like you are planning and am quite happy with it. I like the canister stoves for their simplicity, low maintenance, reliability, and quickness of use. On average it takes me about 3 grams of fuel to boil enough water for a meal or coffee. I usually calculate my fuel needs @ 3.5g per boil and a 10% margin. YMMV |
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Tomcat |
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butthead |
Something different. Not as small for the pack but a full versatile cook kit. Windscreen stand burner in one unit, 2 pots, frypan, gripper. I owned this for a while and used it, cooked quite well. Only misses the piezo sparker built in. Piezo Igniter I had an early 1 pot version. butthead |
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lindylair |
Primus Classic Trail Stove. A legend. Very affordable, what you save will buy you many butane canisters. Very rugged and reliable, bulletproof is the term often used. Wider flame pattern than many stoves to eliminate hot spots. Not the smallest or the lightest but still quite compact. Been used by hundreds if not thousands of folks with good results. My buddy and I used to have the more trendy stoves but each bought one of these and never looked back. Often bring them both to setup on level ground, put a griddle over both of them and enjoy a nice pancake breakfast or fish fry for a group. Here is the Amazon link: Primus Classic Trail Stove A 4.7 rating out of 5 by 565 reviewers. It does not have an igniter, bring a couple Bic lighters. Lights very easily, simmers well, can throw out plenty of heat if needed and we have found it to boil quickly and be pretty economical. Comes in a nice black mesh bag and fits easily into a small pot or teakettle for travel. Not the trendiest or sexiest stove out there but at 25 bucks it can't be beat. We have had ours for about 10 years now and they still work like a charm. |
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Syd1419 |
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07YXZB8F5?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details (sorry adding a link isn't working for me) |
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iCallitMaize |
Now...one of my experienced camping brohammers has the jetboil system and thinks its the cat's meow. It's very efficient. If your only boiling water for dehydrated meals and coffee/tea, I'm not sure you can beat it. I do like the canister stoves with the external fuel line if it's cold. I feel like the ability to turn the canister upside down helps. |
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geotramper |
My stove, canister, backup lighter, and reflectix pot gripper all fit inside my Tokes pot, so that's about as compact and efficient as you can get. But like you said, I don't think any of the higher quality options will let you down. " I have basically the same setup. With a 100g canister full of fuel (total about 7 oz), this whole package weighs 14oz. |
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foxfireniner |
The windmaster is a much more refined stove, imo. The flame looks cleaner, it runs quieter than both MSRs. I find it more satisfying. |
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plmn |
tbro16: "Appreciate the opinions. Its funny, I bought the same little stove twice and each broke after the first year or so of use, one of the recommendations here says to buy a third lol, I'll pass. Which one is that? |