We conducted a thorough and hands-on evaluation and many of the stoves we reviewed were already in our inventory, we also had the pleasure of borrowing a few from our adventure-loving friends. In a controlled environment, we put each stove through its paces, assessing factors like boiling speed, fuel efficiency, ease of use, and overall […]
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Main Types Of Backpacking Stove Fuel Before we dive into portion sizes, let’s understand the basics. There are various types of stove fuel for backpacking stoves, but the most common ones are canister fuel and liquid fuel. What’s My Stove’s Consumption Before we dive into trip-specific fuel calculations, let’s get acquainted with your trusty backpacking
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What is BTU, Anyway? BTU stands for British Thermal Unit – a fancy term for the amount of heat a camping stove produces. The more BTUs, the more heat your stove churns out. It’s like horsepower for engines; the higher the number, the faster you can go – in this case, the quicker your food
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Stove Fuel Does Go Bad Now, let’s address the big question: does stove fuel go bad over time? The short answer is yes! But the devil is in the details and it depends on the type of fuel you’re using and how you’ve stored it. 1. Canister Fuel: Canister fuel typically doesn’t go bad if
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Cost vs Convenience: Is It Worth the Price? Backpacking stoves equipped with piezo igniters may cost slightly more than their counterparts without this feature. The added cost comes from the convenience they offer, allowing you to skip the hassle of carrying matches or a separate lighter. Whether the price is worth it depends on your
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3 Steps to Recycle Butane Fuel Canisters 1. Empty the Canister The first and most crucial step is to ensure the canister is empty. To remove the gas from the canister, go outside or to a very well-ventilated room and use your stove to burn off the remaining fuel until the canister is empty. You
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Rules For Flying With A Camp Stove Rule number one – clean your stove. Even if camping and backpacking stoves are allowed on the plane by your airline, they all have a condition that the stove must be clear of any fuel residue. Make sure that your stove is as clean as a whistle so
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Why Do You Need a Windscreen for a Canister Stove? Cooking outdoors can be an amazing experience, but nature doesn’t always cooperate. Wind is one of those factors that can turn a delightful cooking session into a frustrating ordeal. When you’re using a canister stove, which is a popular choice among campers due to its
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How Esbit Stoves Work So, how does this little wizard work its magic? It’s surprisingly simple, like a one-ingredient recipe. The Esbit stove is a compact contraption made of a few essential parts: a base, a stand, and a small burner with a folding pot stand. No fancy bells and whistles here – just pure
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Canister Stove Maintenance And Cleaning Canister stoves are easily the most popular type of stoves. They are lightweight, very compact, and easy to use because, unlike liquid fuel stoves, you don’t have to prime or pump them. Just screw the stove onto the canister and get cooking! One important reminder – you shouldn’t take canister
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