Finding the HOLY GRAIL of camping cook kits

Dan Becker・2 minutes read

The speaker discusses various backpacking cook kits, highlighting the best budget kit and their personal favorites, while emphasizing the importance of specific gear for different cooking needs and conditions. They recommend investing in a Jetboil for versatile cooking options beyond boiling water, underlining the significance of a long-handled spoon for backpacking meals.

Insights

  • Alcohol stoves are praised for their lightweight design and ease of fuel sourcing, but they lack flame control and are slower at boiling water, making them better suited for freezing temperatures.
  • Titanium pots are lauded for their quick heat transfer, ideal for boiling water, while aluminum pans with non-stick coatings are recommended for meal cooking due to their easy cleaning process.

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  • What are the key features of alcohol stoves?

    Lightweight, lack flame control, excel in freezing temperatures.

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Summary

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"Backpacking Cook Kits: Top Picks and Tips"

  • The speaker will showcase various backpacking cook kits they have used over the years, including some they haven't tried yet.
  • They will reveal their top pick for the best budget cook kit and an all-time favorite.
  • The speaker initially used a cheap Chinese aluminum pot for backpacking but quickly upgraded.
  • They experimented with alcohol stoves, highlighting their lightweight nature and ease of finding fuel.
  • Alcohol stoves lack flame control, take longer to boil water, but excel in freezing temperatures.
  • Titanium pots transfer heat quickly, making them ideal for boiling water but not for cooking meals.
  • An aluminum pan with a non-stick coating is recommended for cooking meals due to its ease of cleaning.
  • The speaker discusses their experience with different canister stoves, including a cheap Chinese one and a Soto Windmaster.
  • They compare the MSR Pocket Rocket Deluxe and Soto Windmaster, noting differences in efficiency and pot stability.
  • The speaker briefly mentions a Caldera Cone cook system, highlighting its focus on alcohol stove efficiency but expressing personal dislike for its bulkiness and sharp edges.

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Compact and Durable Camping Cookware Options

  • The speaker introduces a Soto pot that comes with a koozie case and a 750ml capacity, along with a Soto Amicus stove that is smaller and has a self-igniter.
  • A new coffee maker is showcased, designed for pour-over coffee, requiring a separate cup and filters.
  • The speaker mentions a Windpro 2 by MSR, ideal for winter conditions to keep the gas canister functioning properly.
  • The Tocs Titanium 750ml pot is recommended for a lightweight stove system, with the option of a smaller 550ml pot for a more compact setup.
  • The speaker reveals a cheap Chinese stove called the Fojas, often mistaken for the popular BRS stove, but notes its reliability issues.
  • A Stanley stainless steel pot is highlighted as a durable and inexpensive option, suitable for those prone to dropping items.
  • The speaker emphasizes the importance of a long-handled spoon for backpacking meals, recommending it over shorter utensils for reaching the bottom of meal bags.
  • Concluding with a suggestion to invest in a Jetboil for more versatile cooking options beyond just boiling water.
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