No need for wicking on the outside. In cold winter temps keep your fuel inside a jacket pocket to keep it a little warmer so it lights easier. Use strike any where kitchen matches to light the center of the stove. That's easier than using a bic. You can also use a ferrocerium rod with striker to throw a massive amount of sparks into the center.
Shug has no problems using the Fancee Feest in sub zero temperatures up in Northern Minnesota. Take a look at his video: