Re: Filters & Stoves
I don't understand the comment about JetBoil being only for one. I have
used it routinely on 2-man hikes. It can boil up to 4 cups of water at
a time, and...
chris.forsyth 2008-02-22 09:46:01 #49663
Re: Filters & Stoves
Yeah, I used one for probably close to 30 years. They were bombproof. Extremely reliable. I still have mine but never use it anymore. Their only downside...
Bob Bordasch 2008-02-22 09:45:20 #49662
Re: Filters & Stoves
The Optimus (aka The Bomb) is really spectacular when he douses it with
fuel and lights it to warm it up. It works great.
Jim
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Jim Halpin 2008-02-22 09:29:25 #49661
Re: Filters & Stoves
I still carry an Optimus or a Primus stove, depending on circumstances.
Both are white gas fueled, but one small MSR bottle will last for 5 days
for a party...
Seiders, Ed 2008-02-22 08:41:26 #49660
Re: low trail hiker shoes vs above ankle hikers?
This probably repeats most of what you have already heard, but here is
my two-cents worth. I think this basically comes down to personal
preference and...
Bob Holland 2008-02-22 06:46:05 #49659
Re: Filters & Stoves
Somebody may have already said this, but the answer could depend on
where you are going and how many are going. Normally, I just take Aqua
Mira for water...
Bob Holland 2008-02-22 06:34:15 #49658
Re: Filters & Stoves
I think the high specific energy of the gas mix is kinda canceled out
by the weight of the pressurized container. But it's all worth it, because...
johngeyles 2008-02-22 00:32:37 #49657
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