Does anyone have this stove, I am trying to find the best one for Thru Hiking the AT.
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Does anyone have this stove, I am trying to find the best one for Thru Hiking the AT.
I've got the snowpeak gigga, it's very small and light weight. Works great.
Yes, I have one. It works very well. You have to be careful when first lighting it. If you get too much fuel in the primer pan, the flames tend to get kind of big as it spills to the ground. That being said, this stove boils water very, very fast so your fuel useage on a hike will be efficient.
Yes, I've used the MSR WisperLite for years in my guiding service. It's very reliable!
I use the MSR pocket rocket and I have no complaints with it. I also have an Esbit stove and fuel. The Pocket Rocket is super light weight and does a great job.
http://cache.prolitegear.com/prolite...trocket_rg.jpg
I've got entirely too many stoves (did I say that out loud?) The one I like better than my MSR Whisperlite is similar to your MSR Pocket Rocket Rick. It's the Coleman F1 Superlight.
http://www.campingspecialists.com/im...lite-stove.jpg
Any of the MSR stuff is great. What you'll need to consider is cost; availability of the right amount of fuel and factor in it's weight; Also the portability factor of the stove in question, ergo weight & bulk as you want to minimize those things due to pack space. The "Pocket Rocket" is very good, light, and folds up small. Then you have to figure out how much fuel you're going to need & how to either carry it or replenish it on your route. :cool:Quote:
Originally Posted by survivorman.
When my son hiked the AT he used a multi fuel stove. He said it was not uncommon for folks to set cans of fuel along the trail for the hikers to use. Take what you need and leave the rest for someone else. Most of the time he was at or near a town or store where he could purchase what he needed. On one occasion he was about 2 days to the nearest town and his stove was sputtering bad. He knew he wasn't going to make and walked upon a can that someone had left. He took what he needed and left them a note thanking them for the can along with a couple of bucks.
I've also had one for nearly 15yr. No problems. As stated above, be careful lighting it. It just takes a little practice.
I personally use a MSR Dragon Fly when guiding; a more powerful backpacking stove that simmers. The main drawback, it's a loud bugger! Sounds like a jet engine, but otherwise a great stove. It handles a larger pot much better.
I give the MSR Whisper Lite to my clients, it's a great little stove.
im thinking about getting one of these stoves...very light, dependable and fuel efficient. this stove can boil water within minutes. and it only cost 5$, you can probably even make it on your own. you can watch the demonstration right here http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gYrJhlevd1M.
tell me what you guys think.
Here's a link on how to make one http://zenstoves.net/BasicTopBurner.htm
I don't think that I'd use that stove over the MSR models, which is the topic of this thread, NOT, what kind of stoves can we come up with. While it's a "cute" little "home-made" job, & has been posted many times on this site, including instructions on how to make one, it's a poor substitute for a "tried & true, proven-in-the-field, bona-fide, rugged, backpack stove" that uses an "easy-to-carry" fuel canister that can be easily found on the trail, as Rick pointed outQuote:
Originally Posted by tonester
Why don't we try to stay "on topic" for this member's sake; ok?:cool:
Tonester - There are oodles of links on here about alcohol stoves.
http://www.wilderness-survival.net/f...=alcohol+stove
http://www.wilderness-survival.net/f...=alcohol+stove
Survivorman - Here are some thoughts on the Whisperlite you might find useful.
http://www.thebackpacker.com/gear/st...hisperlite.php
I have an old whisperlight that has performed for very many years.. I also have an XGK that I like even more. It will burn kero and alcohol too.
How 'bout the Brunton Vapor All Fuel Stove;
After winning about every major award, from Outside’s “Gear of the Year,” to Backpacker’s “Editor’s Choice,” and Popular Science’s “Best of What’s New,” we decided it was time again for Brunton to unleash the next icon generation of liquid fuel stoves. We bring you the ultimate stove, Vapor AF. Not only does it burn butane, but every liquid fuel too - white gas, kerosene, diesel #1, auto fuel, jet fuel and others. With a simple turn of the burner cup, you can adjust for any fuel you want to use without replacing jets or fiddling with loose parts. The new revolutionary design makes older-style liquid fuel stoves a thing of the past. It’s convenience from a device that, until now, was never designed to be convenient. We’ve cleared off the next shelf in our trophy case for this one.
Features:
- Single jet for all liquid fuels & butane
- Precision simmering control
- Quick-priming burner
- Aluminum / stainless steel / brass construction
- Self-purging flipstop pump
- Specifications:
- Overall dimensions:4.1”x5.2”x2.3” folded
- Weight: 16oz
- Aprox BTU rating: 10,000 Liquid fuel - 12,000 Butane
- Fuel: Butane, White gas, Kerosene, Diesel #1, Auto Fuel Jet Fuel & others
* Model: VAPOR-AF Bru
I have the Wisper Lite International. I've had it for about 16 years, it works great and will burn any carbon based or flamable liquid.
I have one. Seems to work well, though I've never actually used it camping. I usually just make a fire, but thought I should have one in case of fire bans. I did a lot of research before buying it. Spendy, but you get what you pay for.Quote:
Originally Posted by survivorman.
Brunton Vapor All Fuel Stove; Vapor AF. Not only does it burn butane, but every liquid fuel too - white gas, kerosene, diesel #1, auto fuel, jet fuel and others. With a simple turn of the burner cup, you can adjust for any fuel you want to use without replacing jets or fiddling with loose parts. The new revolutionary design makes older-style liquid fuel stoves a thing of the past.
- Single jet for all liquid fuels & butane
- Precision simmering control
- Quick-priming burner
- Self-purging flipstop pump
- Aprox BTU rating: 10,000 Liquid fuel - 12,000 Butane
**Fuel: Butane, White gas, Kerosene, Diesel #1, Auto Fuel Jet Fuel & others
- Overall dimensions:4.1”x5.2”x2.3” folded
- Aluminum / stainless steel / brass construction
- Weight: 16oz
Went and took a look at my stove. It is actually an MSR Dragonfly. It is very similar to the Whisperlite. Boiled up some coffee on it, and it seems to do the job well.
The only problem with multi - fuel stoves is they are a bit more complex that some of the other stoves. More things to break down. It's a trade off between versatility and simplicity, I guess.