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coldspring
11-21-2008, 12:49
I think I'm going to buy a few individuals woodstoves and cookware for Christmas. These folks aren't backpackers, or even campers, for that matter. I'm not a survivalist, but with the way the economy is going, having something to cook with, that doesn't require electricity or purchasing gas, might not be a bad idea. So, I'm looking for a few suggestions of stoves and cookpots that are available and reasonably priced. I was looking at the
http://www.trailstove.com/details.html
and the
http://littlbug.com/littlbug_stove_junior.html
I'm kind of leaning towards the lower priced one, but I wouldn't mind having a Littlebug for myself.
brooklynkayak
11-21-2008, 13:10
I'm looking for a few suggestions of stoves and cookpots that are available and reasonably priced. I was looking at the
http://www.trailstove.com/details.html
and the
http://littlbug.com/littlbug_stove_junior.html
I'm kind of leaning towards the lower priced one, but I wouldn't mind having a Littlebug for myself.
Although I do like the littlebug, it's too high priced. Here is my wood stove and it works just as good or better than any I've used:
http://kayakbrooklyn.blogspot.com/2008/09/perfect-paddler-stove-stand-windscreen.html
stevie
coldspring
11-21-2008, 14:10
I'm looking for a WOODstove that I can purchase.
brooklynkayak
11-21-2008, 17:37
I'm looking for a WOODstove that I can purchase.
Well, those are both good options. The trailstove is more reasonably priced, but doesn't pack anywhere near as well as the littlebug.
Another of your many options is the Foldable Pocket Cooker:
http://www.amazon.com/Innovative-Products-Foldable-Pocket-Cooker/dp/B000HR95NO
It packs small enough to fit in a pocket, but weighs too much for backpacking(heavy steel). It is good for car, canoe or kayak camping.
It really impresses people when you cook on it:)
brooklynkayak
11-21-2008, 17:39
I'm looking for a WOOD stove
PS, my example stove is a wood stove, that also works with other fuels. The pictures were taken in my kitchen which is why I don't have a roaring wood fire going in it:)
stevie
coldspring
11-21-2008, 19:23
Thanks for the info. After I got a little SMART, I realized what you were talking about.
I don't know that I'll fork over the dough for a few Littlbugs, for people that are unlikely to ever use the things. I do wonder what kind of packaging the Trailstove comes in? Reckon it's just a plain brown box, or looks presentable?
brooklynkayak
11-21-2008, 22:26
I like the concept of the trailstove, but because it doesn't fold up, it takes up too much space.
I also like the Kelly Kettle and have used it a lot, but takes up too much space to be considered a backpack stove. It is popular with canoe, kayak campers and fishermen. You may want to consider it as well as nothing works better for boiling water.
It's great because you don't need a pot. Just fill up the water compartment with water and get a fire going in the fire compartment. It is great for making coffee or tea as you don't have to deal with a pot.
I'd guess it would make a great gift.
coldspring
12-04-2008, 20:04
Still looking to order a stove for an X-Mas present, before I run out of time. I'm leaning towards the Trailstove or Makaira. I'm especially leaning towards the Trailstove, but the shipping is high for just one, so I might have to get an extra for myself. I would like to have a stove for myself for canoeing in the summertime or car camping during the winter. I want something that I can enjoy the ambience of a flame during the night, w/o having to build a regular campfire. Does anyone have any experience with the Trailstove? It seems like it would really perform well.
There is the Kelly Kettle also, which you can order from Lee Valley Tools.
It's got great conversation piece value also. Its only good for boiling water though.
They all look great. If you run out of friends email me for my postal address. ;)
Anyone know if there are any woodstoves available for purchase that are like the nimblewill stove?
coldspring
12-05-2008, 21:35
Anyone know if there are any woodstoves available for purchase that are like the nimblewill stove?
The Makaira Stainless Pack Stove (http://www.makairametal.com/outdoorgear.htm) seems like it would work the same.
TrippinBTM
12-06-2008, 21:04
dude, go to youtube for the "hobo cooker" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jfY269_Zcpg. They're pretty easy to make.
Or go to http://jwbasecamp.com/Articles/Fire-Bucket/index.html for instructions on a fire bucket (basically the same thing). I just made something similar out of a coffee can. Ok, even given the time taken in making the thing, I don't think there's any reason to spend that much money on such a thing.
on tip: if you do the fire-bucket, you don't need to fasten the mesh inside it at all. Just cut it so it fits in very tight, then force it up between the ribs of the coffee can. It's very simple and will hold weight.
TrippinBTM
12-06-2008, 21:08
ok... disregard my above post. Maybe you don't want to give homemade woodstoves for christmas presents. I missed that part :)
Their is a stove call the sierra zip stove it is a wood burn here is the link and picture
file:///C:/WINDOWS/TEMP/moz-screenshot.jpgfile:///C:/WINDOWS/TEMP/moz-screenshot-1.jpghttp://www.zzstove.com/sierra_front.jpg