I camp about 5 times per year, usually fairly primitive. This stove is portable enough to take on the canoe trips I do. Maybe a bit too bulky for backpacking, but a handy item for trips where cargo size is not limited. I like it for a couple of reasons. First, it works great. Stuff gets hot fast, and the temperature can be controlled very easily. Second, it's super easy to light. No messing with fuel mixtures, etc. Third, it's very stable. You still need a fairly flat surface, but unlike the Coleman and similar propane type stoves, this one does not get knocked over easily. The fuel canisters are not cheap, but they last quite a long time. One can lasted me three camping trips. I reviewed the fuel canisters as well, and noted that they don't work well in cold weather, due to the fact that the pressure inside the can drops so low that it won't flow through the burner. I'd say about 40 degrees would be the lowest functional temperature. I did try one time keeping the canister in my sleeping bag, and the next morning it worked well enough to cook even though the temperature was in the 30's. The unit itself feels a bit cheap, but it's held up quite well for me. It cleans up easily, and I've never had any problems or breakage.
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 14.7 x 12.4 x 3.8 inches |
|---|---|
| Package Weight | 4.3 Pounds |
| Item Weight | 0.01 Ounces |
| Brand Name | M.V. Trading |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Color | Black (Regular Size: 13-1/2 9 (L) x 11 (W) x 3-1/2 (W) |
| Material | Aluminum, Alloy Steel |
| Manufacturer | New Star International |
| Part Number | B-0030 |
