In reply to Post #29
No, I have not seen that video, if I was to watch all videos like that etc on youtube by him and others, I would never get fishing.
Its the same with Ridgemonkeys on Youtube, but they go by the names of "Happy Pan" or "Happycall" etc which are the originals that Ridgemonkey adapted, loads of video's and recipes etc. Makes us look amateurs etc just warming up chips, burgers, pizza's meat pies in them etc. In fact, I wish I had bought one of them instead of the ridgemonkey as they are far better having a seal around the edges and being a bit bigger.
But, buying the Billy can is probably the best add on for a Trangia I think.
No, I have not seen that video, if I was to watch all videos like that etc on youtube by him and others, I would never get fishing.
Its the same with Ridgemonkeys on Youtube, but they go by the names of "Happy Pan" or "Happycall" etc which are the originals that Ridgemonkey adapted, loads of video's and recipes etc. Makes us look amateurs etc just warming up chips, burgers, pizza's meat pies in them etc. In fact, I wish I had bought one of them instead of the ridgemonkey as they are far better having a seal around the edges and being a bit bigger.
But, buying the Billy can is probably the best add on for a Trangia I think.
Why do you need to carry an additional kettle if the set comes with a small saucepan and you can't use the frying pan as a lid?
Colman's, pfft.
Have a look at the MSR Whisperlite. The MSR is quiet, multi fuel and doesn't cost a fortune.
Have a look at the MSR Whisperlite. The MSR is quiet, multi fuel and doesn't cost a fortune.
In reply to Post #1
I know everyone has their favourites when it comes to stoves, so I thought I'd mention the one I use. Probably the cheapest bit of equipment that I have, it cost less than £20, but it's a plain old camping gas stove which uses £1-£1.50 gas cartridges. I think I paid a fiver for four canisters in B&M.
I can honestly say whilst it's not got a fancy name, this type of stove has served me well for nearly ten years in all weathers.
Available on ebay for less than the price of two packets of cigarettes. I'm presently out on a 5 day session and more than half way through after cooking meals, countless brews, even boiling a few kettles for a mobile shower that I use, I'm still on the second gas cartridge.
I swapped from a Coleman petrol stove years ago after getting fed up being covered in fuel.
Wouldn't be without it. Cheap as chips and IMO it's as reliable as it gets having never failed me.
Even comes supplied in a black plastic carry case. If it ever did break I'd buy another immediately 👍
I know everyone has their favourites when it comes to stoves, so I thought I'd mention the one I use. Probably the cheapest bit of equipment that I have, it cost less than £20, but it's a plain old camping gas stove which uses £1-£1.50 gas cartridges. I think I paid a fiver for four canisters in B&M.
I can honestly say whilst it's not got a fancy name, this type of stove has served me well for nearly ten years in all weathers.
Available on ebay for less than the price of two packets of cigarettes. I'm presently out on a 5 day session and more than half way through after cooking meals, countless brews, even boiling a few kettles for a mobile shower that I use, I'm still on the second gas cartridge.
I swapped from a Coleman petrol stove years ago after getting fed up being covered in fuel.
Wouldn't be without it. Cheap as chips and IMO it's as reliable as it gets having never failed me.
Even comes supplied in a black plastic carry case. If it ever did break I'd buy another immediately 👍
In reply to Post #34
These are prone to gas leaks and probably connected ti a few bivvy fires.
These are prone to gas leaks and probably connected ti a few bivvy fires.
In reply to Post #34
yes they are ok I got a couple
but there is a very dangerous problem thats been identified as the cause of some terrible fires
I believe they have put a warning sticker on them now ? as the can of gas is next to ring IF !! YOU put a pan thats very big and it goes over the gas compartment this can cause the gas canister to overheat the gas expands the seal fails and then the can of gas explodes
I have never been covered in petrol if on a long session I keep a gallon in the car but normally a tank full plus a small fuel bottle is fine for a 2 or 3 nights I bought my Peak 400a in 1985 have replaced the genny once and its had a new set of washers and 30 odd years later still going perfect brilliant bomb proof any weather stove much cheaper to run than a gas stove and I love cooking on my Coleman double burner too
just saying
yes they are ok I got a couple
but there is a very dangerous problem thats been identified as the cause of some terrible fires
I believe they have put a warning sticker on them now ? as the can of gas is next to ring IF !! YOU put a pan thats very big and it goes over the gas compartment this can cause the gas canister to overheat the gas expands the seal fails and then the can of gas explodes
I have never been covered in petrol if on a long session I keep a gallon in the car but normally a tank full plus a small fuel bottle is fine for a 2 or 3 nights I bought my Peak 400a in 1985 have replaced the genny once and its had a new set of washers and 30 odd years later still going perfect brilliant bomb proof any weather stove much cheaper to run than a gas stove and I love cooking on my Coleman double burner too
just saying
In reply to Post #35
I never personally use mine inside my bivvy, it's on a table outside or on the floor, again outside. I guess if you use any kind of flame inside your bivvy you are taking a chance.
As I say, 10 years of cheap reliable portable cooking, making brews in all weathers without any incidents, accidents, explosions etc, etc.
I wouldn't say you couldn't have problems, like anything it depends how you use it.
I never personally use mine inside my bivvy, it's on a table outside or on the floor, again outside. I guess if you use any kind of flame inside your bivvy you are taking a chance.
As I say, 10 years of cheap reliable portable cooking, making brews in all weathers without any incidents, accidents, explosions etc, etc.
I wouldn't say you couldn't have problems, like anything it depends how you use it.
In reply to Post #36
Mines probably too old Gerry for the warning sticker, but all I can say about the one I use is it's been brilliant, I haven't had a single issue in a decade of use, used outside sensibly properly vented and in both hot and cold conditions.
I hope you are well by the way and now on the mend.
Best wishes.
Mines probably too old Gerry for the warning sticker, but all I can say about the one I use is it's been brilliant, I haven't had a single issue in a decade of use, used outside sensibly properly vented and in both hot and cold conditions.
I hope you are well by the way and now on the mend.
Best wishes.
In reply to Post #34
I think these are banned in parts of Australia. I got one from Kmart, drive for 2 hours into a different state and got told I couldn't use it at their campsite. Should've cooked my food over a burning $20 note
I think these are banned in parts of Australia. I got one from Kmart, drive for 2 hours into a different state and got told I couldn't use it at their campsite. Should've cooked my food over a burning $20 note
In reply to Post #34
I have a friend who had one, when I told him how dangerous they are, he told me how good it was and he had had it for years with no problems.
A few weeks later I went to see him and first thing I saw in his swim was his burnt out blackened melted cooker. It had gone up in a fireball.
Personally, I would not recommend them to anyone.
I have a friend who had one, when I told him how dangerous they are, he told me how good it was and he had had it for years with no problems.
A few weeks later I went to see him and first thing I saw in his swim was his burnt out blackened melted cooker. It had gone up in a fireball.
Personally, I would not recommend them to anyone.
In reply to Post #40
All I can comment on is my own experience. Mine has been brilliant and I wont be changing any time soon.
All I can comment on is my own experience. Mine has been brilliant and I wont be changing any time soon.
In reply to Post #40
those suitcase stoves are safe provided you take the precautions needed like only using a pan size that does not exceed the diameter of the gas burner bit
(((one exploded when the new owner did not realise to pack it the pan support is stored upside down so they lit the stove and it reflected the heat down until the stove got so hot BANG))
AND very important the sprung bar bit that holds the gas can can become bent so from time to time needs bending to ensure a tight fit with the sealing ring
like every other cooker there are things you need to be aware of most problems are caused by user error of lack of maintenance etc
and in some cases brain dead ****s that should not be let out on their own
those suitcase stoves are safe provided you take the precautions needed like only using a pan size that does not exceed the diameter of the gas burner bit
(((one exploded when the new owner did not realise to pack it the pan support is stored upside down so they lit the stove and it reflected the heat down until the stove got so hot BANG))
AND very important the sprung bar bit that holds the gas can can become bent so from time to time needs bending to ensure a tight fit with the sealing ring
like every other cooker there are things you need to be aware of most problems are caused by user error of lack of maintenance etc
and in some cases brain dead ****s that should not be let out on their own
In reply to Post #42
Unfortunately the last line of your reply is far too common. Hence McDonald's having to put a warning on their coffee that it may be hot. For God's sake . If people need such advice then for a long and healthy life just follow this. Breathe in, Breathe out. Repeat as long as required.
Remember there is no cure for terminal stupidity.
Unfortunately the last line of your reply is far too common. Hence McDonald's having to put a warning on their coffee that it may be hot. For God's sake . If people need such advice then for a long and healthy life just follow this. Breathe in, Breathe out. Repeat as long as required.
Remember there is no cure for terminal stupidity.
In reply to Post #31
Don't forget to look at the Esbit range as well, they make some quality kit
If you get an Alcohol version, obviously it will run on Meths/Gel as well, but you also get the stand for solid fuel tablets, or leave the stand/burner out and you can even use twigs.
Don't forget to look at the Esbit range as well, they make some quality kit
If you get an Alcohol version, obviously it will run on Meths/Gel as well, but you also get the stand for solid fuel tablets, or leave the stand/burner out and you can even use twigs.
In reply to Post #44
Blimey, that takes me back to my Army Cadet days.
Blimey, that takes me back to my Army Cadet days.