I've used a number:
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I used the original MSR Whisperlite during an overland trip in SA.Â
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On other trips I've used the Primus Omnifuel (runs on anything flammable more or less) and on other still a simple MSR Pocket Rocket with butane cannister.
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In terms of hassle and size the Pocket Rocket wins hands down. But only if you can get fuel for it.
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After than the other two can run on butane too, or petrol. The Omnifuel has jets for diesel and paraffin too.
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An interesting one that I liked when I went touring with my dogs and sidecar was a FireSpout 100. It's a steel plate, one-piece, wood burning stove and that is great fun for either cooking or staying warm. As you can imagine the trouble only arises when there is no wood or at least dry wood to burn. Another point in favour of packing the pocket rocket alongside it:
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Lazy meal on the beach at the edge of the forest as the sun sets: Fire Spout 100.
Desperate attempt and first coffee of the day the next morning: Pocket Rocket.
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I used the original MSR Whisperlite during an overland trip in SA.Â
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On other trips I've used the Primus Omnifuel (runs on anything flammable more or less) and on other still a simple MSR Pocket Rocket with butane cannister.
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In terms of hassle and size the Pocket Rocket wins hands down. But only if you can get fuel for it.
Â
After than the other two can run on butane too, or petrol. The Omnifuel has jets for diesel and paraffin too.
Â
An interesting one that I liked when I went touring with my dogs and sidecar was a FireSpout 100. It's a steel plate, one-piece, wood burning stove and that is great fun for either cooking or staying warm. As you can imagine the trouble only arises when there is no wood or at least dry wood to burn. Another point in favour of packing the pocket rocket alongside it:
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Lazy meal on the beach at the edge of the forest as the sun sets: Fire Spout 100.
Desperate attempt and first coffee of the day the next morning: Pocket Rocket.