I think I have come up with a device that is perfect for expedition paddlers. Even backpackers and other campers may appreciate it.
It is an inexpensive, compact and reliable stove, windscreen and stand combination.
For the details go to my picasa site:
http://picasaweb.google.com/brooklynkayak/UltimateCompactStoveWindscreenPotStandCombination?authkey=N4jLUbkxvJU#
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Well...okay, but since getting a Jet Boil stove, I'm a total convert to having my water boiling in less than 3 minutes, coffee in 4 and the noodles ready in 10. And the stove is tiny! I know, I'm probable spoiled for life...
Hi Michael
Great to get your reply. I know what you mean, I always thought the JetBoil was a great design, very efficient use of fuel.
The only problem with the JetBoil and most camp stoves in general, is that if you are in a wilderness situation, can I trust them.
The system I posted has no requirments for tight tolerence, no moving parts, no bearings, gaskets, valves, wiring,... If anything should get stepped on, twisted or bent, it can be repaired in the field.
It can burn a variety of fuels, so no canisters to take up space and just plain low-tech and cheap.
The system I use is also very efficient at using available fuels.
The jet boil is great if you know your only going to be a few days from a source of fuel or you are going to be near civilization soon.
Are you going to Delmarva next month?
I'm planning on it, but I can't get Bonnie to go:-(
Nice one Stevie. I used to have a Trangia alcohol stove years ago until I decided I wanted to cook faster. Gosh knows why "fast" is important when I'm out in nature enjoying myself.
I traveled in June to the PNW for some paddling and faced the dilemma of flying with camping gear. While many people have flown with stoves w/o issues, I've read of occasions where some have had their stove pulled by TSA. The only way to be 100% sure that a stove can fly is one that has not been used.
I experimented with a few alcohol designs and came up with one I liked. I made a couple out of Coke cans but did not use them before flying. I flew w/o issue. Grabbed some fuel at the grocery store (a bottle of HEET) and was good to go. When I flew home I threw the used one in the garbage and gave my spare away to convert another to the alcohol path.
I like the windscreen/skewer idea, thanks.
steve in TX
Hi Steve in TX
I know what you mean about traveling with camp stoves. I've had friends who had them confiscated.
Although I know the alcohol jet stove takes a little longer than the petroleum based stoves, 10 minutes to boil a liter of water is not a long time.
Petroleum stoves can take three minutes just to setup and prime.
The fact that I can light an alcohol stove and walk away and set up camp makes it seem faster.
I do try to cook with found fuel to save space in the kayak. Found fuel cooking takes even longer and you have to clean the soot off everything, but it allows you space to carry a better sleeping bag , more clothes and more booze:-)
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