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Posted - 06/02/2012 : 8:42 PM
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I am looking for a used, inexpensive MSR Pocket Rocket to use as an emergency stove in my kayak ditch kit. If you have one lying around that doesn't get much use anymore, I would love to take it off your hands.
I figure this is the smallest/lightest/easiest stove to have in an emergency kit, but if anyone would like to add their input, I would love to hear suggestions.
Thanks,
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Van, BC
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Posted - 06/02/2012 : 8:45 PM
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For what you're looking for, I'd also consider the Snow Peak GigaPower - very small/light/etc. I have one and find it works well - not willing to part with it though.
-Ryan
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canine loving, machete-toting bushwhacking lake seeker, Indiana Jones hat-wearing off-road 4x4 guru
Surrey Hole, BC
Canada
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Posted - 06/02/2012 : 10:57 PM
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| just get a new one, less than 40$ with warranty |
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Penhold, Alberta
Canada
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Posted - 06/03/2012 : 05:51 AM
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| If your looking for something that won't be missed(monetarily) then just build a pop can stove. |
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Qualicum Beach, BC
Canada
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Posted - 06/03/2012 : 4:54 PM
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| Something that might work in a ditch kit, could be the titanium Vargo folding wood stove. Weighs 145 gm and packs down to 6" dia X 3/8 " thick. I carry one on long backpacking trips, so I can carry exactly what amount of gas fuel I figure I need for my cook stove. That way, instead of carrying an extra 380 gm canister, that's 4" X 4", that I probably won't use, I can carry the much lighter wood stove. I have been told by BC Park Rangers, that these small contained wood stoves aren't considered as open wood fires, but check with your local rangers where you hike. Compared to some of the white gas flare ups I've seen, wood burning in a stove designed for it, looks pretty innocuous. |
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Posted - 06/05/2012 : 07:15 AM
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| Or buy a Trangia burner with cap ring for $13.50. |
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Posted - 06/06/2012 : 06:55 AM
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I have a Pocket Rocket that I have barely used, it mostly just sits in my SAR pack. I paid about $30 new on eBay, for the price I'd rather hang onto it. My partner brings her Dragonfly for most of our trips and I have an old Whisperlite that scares the shit out of me with flare ups about 50% of the time.
As a paddler myself I think the Pocket Rocket with a small canister is a good choice for you. |
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Posted - 06/06/2012 : 1:32 PM
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| Pocket Rocket is just for emergencies, IMO. Doesn't work well when it's cold and too small for stability. |
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Posted - 06/06/2012 : 3:44 PM
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Originally posted by peter1955
Pocket Rocket is just for emergencies, IMO. Doesn't work well when it's cold and too small for stability.
That's the idea actually. I'm guiding kayak tours this summer and I want something small to put in my emergency kit. I might just end up with one of the alcohol stoves, but I wanted something with a bit more kick to it. (All of my attempts at building alcohol stoves have been disappointing). Might just have to put out the cash...
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Originally posted by Kingpin63
My partner brings her Dragonfly for most of our trips and I have an old Whisperlite that scares the shit out of me with flare ups about 50% of the time.
I love my Whisperlite for general use, but the bulk is a bit off-putting for an emergency kit. The Pocket Rocket does seem like it fits the bill. (Or the MSR MicroRocket, for those looking for a new toy!)
Thanks to everyone for the other ideas! |
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Penhold, Alberta
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Posted - 06/06/2012 : 5:25 PM
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Originally posted by peter1955
Pocket Rocket is just for emergencies, IMO. Doesn't work well when it's cold and too small for stability.
Well so much for your opinion,lol! I recieved a pocket rocket 2 yrs ago as a gift and since then it is all I bother to use. It can be a bit tippy but then I'm not dancing about while I cook my meals niether. Agreed, canister stoves will never out do the white gas in cooler temps, but they are fast to set up and pretty much idiot proof.
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canine loving, machete-toting bushwhacking lake seeker, Indiana Jones hat-wearing off-road 4x4 guru
Surrey Hole, BC
Canada
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Posted - 06/06/2012 : 7:55 PM
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I respect mine, and have never had any issues, and it simmers very well.
In winter i'll use my white gas for constant use, melting snow etc. PR is great for light warmer trips, but will do the job in most cases all year round. |
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Posted - 06/07/2012 : 08:41 AM
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| I have had my pocket rocket for several years now and love it! It works in cooler temperatures just fine. It is a very good 3-season stove. Perhaps because it so small, it can be less than stable, but like someone else said, I'm not dancing around it either. And if you use it properly, you'll have no issues with it. I would never think of replacing it. |
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Posted - 06/07/2012 : 1:07 PM
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Just an opinion, gentlemen. We all have our preferences. I expressed concerns which, it seems, are substantiated by the points made here:
Title: Not a bad beginner stove
Written by: Hiker Boy Created Time:3/25/2007 10:33:30 AM
Strengths: Price, burns well at low temps
Weaknesses: Pot supports are fragile
Conclusions: This stove is easy to use, works moderately well in the wind, and works well at low temps. A pretty good starter stove. The pot supports are very flimsy and the whole stove has a higher center of gravity making it a tip over and spill hazard.
Review Based on: 5 Year(s)
Written by: skate Created Time:3/28/2007 3:35:54 PM
Strengths: Weight, Price, Compact-ability, Output
Weaknesses: No good in wind
Conclusions: Superb backpacking stove. Lite weight with a strong output for it's size. This stove can do some miles. Very small in your pack.
This stove is meant to be used with smaller cookware. It compromises strength for weight. Best situated to 1-2 people. Lacks any real wind screen.
Review Based on: 2 Year(s)
Written by: Kobracom Created Time:12/31/2009 1:58:55 AM
Strengths: FLAME THROWER, weight and size.
Weaknesses: Tippy, and poor burn in sub zero temps.
Conclusions: Awesome little stove!!!! I have had ZERO issues with my Rocket, other than the sub zero temp burn. For any backpacking trip, it is perfect. Great size and ease of use, for on trail, hot lunches. It does not work as well in very windy conditions (stove does have a small type of wind block built in it), unless, you have some sort of wind block (which is usually, easily done).
Review Based on: 3 Year(s) |
Edited by - peter1955 on 06/07/2012 1:50 PM |
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Wanted: MSR Pocket Rocket
