A venerable classic stove with increased versatility. At a glancePlusses: Powerful, reliable, versatile and user-serviceable. Minuses: Finicky simmering in liquid fuel mode, heavy (if all parts included). 388g minimum, 549g packed Features: This is MSR’s proven classic stove system with some modifications that allow use of canister fuel (butane/propane), unleaded petrol or white spirits (white gas) […]
About the author
Mark Watson
Wilderness gear editor Mark Watson divides his workdays between graphic design, writing and photography. His passion for tramping, climbing, cycling and storytelling has taken him all over Aotearoa and the world in search of great trails, perfect moves and epic light. He has published four books and his photographs have featured in numerous publications. Especially motivated by long distance travel, he has tramped Te Araroa and cycled from Alaska to Tierra del Fuego.
Kuataika and Smyth Ridge tracks, Waitākere Ranges Regional Park
Lake Stream Hut, Victoria Forest Park
In search of greatness
Maungatautari Over the Mountain Track, Waikato
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