The SuperGnat (Gaz *or* Threaded Canisters)

[hikin_jim]

There are two types of modern gas canisters for backpacking (see Backpacking Gas Canisters 101 (http://adventuresinstoving.blogspot.com/2012/01/gas-canisters-101.html) for further information).


Generally, stoves built for one type of canister only work with that type of canister. For example, Camping Gaz stoves generally only work with Camping Gaz canisters. There are a few exceptions. Unfortunately, those exceptions aren't very lightweight.


However, there is a relatively lightweight stove that will use either Camping Gaz or threaded canisters. Check out The SuperGnat (http://adventuresinstoving.blogspot.com/2012/01/supergnat.html).
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HJ

[Franco]

Hey Jim, how difficult is it to unscrew the top part of the Gnat and screw it onto the SuperFly base?
Do I need an engineering degree or something like that to do it ?
Franco

[hikin_jim]

Probably an advanced degree in Physics. ;) lol.

Actually, it is super super super easy. Grasp the base in one hand, the burner stem in the other. Rotate in opposite directions. No tools needed.

Should take about 30 seconds to swap the two once you've done it once or twice.

HJ

[Franco]

OK.
Sounds easy for you to do but I am not all that mechanically inclined.
( I like Velcro and slip-on shoes,)
If I buy one of them Gnats and send it to you , can you do that for me without unscrewing anything ?

Franco

[hikin_jim]

OK.
Sounds easy for you to do but I am not all that mechanically inclined.
( I like Velcro and slip-on shoes,)
If I buy one of them Gnats and send it to you , can you do that for me without unscrewing anything ?

FrancoI think you're "screwed" there, Franco. :D

HJ