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I've been looking at pots lately, for something that would hopefully complement my MSR pocket rocket. The GSI "Hard Anodized Extreme™ Cook Set" caught my attention due to it's assumed versatility. is all the hype(even heating/easy cleaning) I've read true about these pots/fry pan lids? anyone have experience with this set?
feedback would be much appreciated
My preferece is to stay away from anything that is coated. When not in use, i stow all my cook gear (stove, etc) inside the pot. Thus, I stongly suspect that any coating would get scratched up pretty quickly.
Outrider
12-31-2007, 09:48
Have not used that GSI cook set but I use the GSI Outdoors Hard Anodized Halulite Double Boiler http://www.campmor.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?productId=39295407&memberId=12500226
Has worked great for me. It's not coated. I agree with Peaks, anything coated I could see getting scratched.
I've been looking at pots lately, for something that would hopefully complement my MSR pocket rocket. The GSI "Hard Anodized Extreme™ Cook Set" caught my attention due to it's assumed versatility. is all the hype(even heating/easy cleaning) I've read true about these pots/fry pan lids? anyone have experience with this set?
feedback would be much appreciatedI don't use anyhting coeated, either. I do use the MSR Pocket Rocket, but for my cooking vessel, prefer the MSR Titan Kettle (http://www.msrcorp.com/cookware/titan_kettle.asp). I don't do any fancy cooking at all, unless I'm car camping with my son, so simplicity is all I need. I rarely do more than boil water for oatmeal, coffee, or dehydrated meals. I find that the Titan Kettle is perfect for that. Add to it that the 4oz MSR fuel canister fits perfectly in it nestled in a bandana to keep it from clanking around. :D
It's a good cookset. You won't be disappointed with it.
I have it and am for the most part happy with it. I have an older Coleman stainless steel Peak 1 cook set I like more. I switch back and forth between the Coleman & GSI set. The Coleman has a nice feature I like. The Coleman set has handles built into every pot. The GSI has one handle/pot grabber you have to use for the whole set. It’s just nice to have everything with its own handle. I know some would say the stainless steel set is too heavy, but I have not found this to be so. I have a small homemade alcohol that fits inside this set (fits inside the GSI also) and to me it makes a great lightweight cooking system that works for my son and myself. Stainless steel is also easy to clean up when you get home. Just spray it with oven cleaner and it comes out looking new. You can’t do this with the other set as the oven cleaner eats the metal. I know that many will say to let the pans blacken for better heating. I have never notices that much of a change in cooking time from blackened pans. It would be interesting to do a side by side comparison on this.
I have tried many but my GSI Etxtreme is my favorite. The coating is holding up good and it heats evenly.
I agree that the GSI heats more evenly then the Coleman Stainless Steel.
Heavier than some others but a great set. We have a set we use car camping and it is going on 7 or so years old.
GSI is also bringing out a number of new sets this year, so keep an eye out for them!
88BlueGT
01-04-2008, 02:30
I got the GSI Extreme set for Christmas but have not used it yet. It looks to be very well made though. For single use the 1L pot/pan should be more than adequate. Total weight for 1L pot, pan and handle is approx 11oz's. As for scratching the coating, from what I hear the GSI is very durable. I am in the process of making a pouch for my stove for when I store it in my pot to prevent scratching anything.
Thanks for the input, I ended up buying the set. if you're not afraid of an extra ounce you can guard the bottom against scratches with one of the cutting boards that comes with the set.
Thanks for the input, I ended up buying the set. if you're not afraid of an extra ounce you can guard the bottom against scratches with one of the cutting boards that comes with the set.
You will love it. Even heating for no burned taste. Pretty light and I like that it is a little wider and rounder on the bottom edges than the more popular pots. If only they would integrate the handles onto the pot then it would be absolutely perfect.
NICKTHEGREEK
01-05-2008, 15:02
I've been looking at pots lately, for something that would hopefully complement my MSR pocket rocket. The GSI "Hard Anodized Extreme™ Cook Set" caught my attention due to it's assumed versatility. is all the hype(even heating/easy cleaning) I've read true about these pots/fry pan lids? anyone have experience with this set?
feedback would be much appreciated
A great product. I use larger frypans, but have observed that the small ones seem to "like" a wider burner turned back a bit. The material holds and spreads heat well but it's a challenge to avoid a really hot spot in the middle. As far as non stick and easy cleaning it's a marvel.
They are also bringing out a new handle as well - a bit easier to use it appears than the current all metal one. I should have one soon to play with to see how it works :)
88BlueGT
01-06-2008, 17:50
Will this new handle be compatible with the older cooksets that came with the diamond gripper? (current style gripper)
Will this new handle be compatible with the older cooksets that came with the diamond gripper? (current style gripper)
I am hoping to see the new one this week then I will know :) From the photos it appears it does.....