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We Tested 5 of the Most Popular Backpacking Stoves
We tested five of the most popular lightweight backpacking stoves to see which performed the best and which is the most affordable.
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Soto WindMaster Stove Review
The Soto WindMaster was the overall best ultralight stove tested. Here is what we tested and why it ranked #1.
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Snow Peak LiteMax Stove Review
The Snow Peak LiteMax was the lightest stove tested and the easiest to assemble and disassemble but had long boil times compared to the other stoves tested.
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Soto Amicus Stove Review
The Soto Amicus performed well at an affordable price while being one of the lightest stoves tested. It also compacts up nicely and is easy to assemble.
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MSR PocketRocket Deluxe Stove Review
The MSR PocketRocket Deluxe was the second best performing ultralight stove tested.
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MSR PocketRocket 2 Review
The MSR PocketRocket 2 is probably one of the most used stoves for long distance backpacking. It has a reputation for being durable and getting the job done.
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Fuel Canister Cap? Or No Cap?
Should you carry the cap that comes with your fuel canister? We describe the reasons you should.
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Thru-Hiking 101: 4 Popular Fuel Canisters Compared
I analyzed the differences between the MSR IsoPro, Snow Peak Giga Power, OLicamp and the Jet Boil Jetpower fuel canisters to see which performed the best.
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Thru-hiking 101: Calculate the Cost of Your Thru-Hike
How much does a thru-hike cost? We put together a thru-hike cost calculator so you can estimate the cost of your next long-distance hike based on your own hiking style.
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5 Stove Tips That Will Save You Fuel
The best way to make your fuel last is to follow these five simple stove tips. Doing so can potentially double the life of your fuel canister.
