If you are looking for a quality stove for hiking, camping and mountain use, you need a stove that will be easy to use and can run on a variety of fuels. Here are a few tips to help you select the right hiking stove for your needs.
Before you select a stove, you need to consider your cookware needs. For backpacking in fair, warm weather conditions, a canister stove system offers an option that is ultra lightweight. However, canister stoves are generally not recommended for winter conditions because they can depressurise resulting in weak or no flame. Read More
If you want to keep your canister stove working, you will need to put the canister in your sleeping bag or jacket pocket to help it stay warm.
If you will use a stove during your mountaineering or winter trip, you should opt for a liquid-fuel stove. A liquid-fuel stove is also a good option if you will be cooking for a large group. If you will be travelling internationally, a multi fuel stove is the best option to ensure that there are fuels that are available to fit your stove.
In addition to the requirements of your location, you also need a stove that will accommodate your cooking needs. If you need a stove that can quickly boil water for freeze-dried meals, canister stoves offer the best option. However, liquid-fuel stoves can also boil water quickly, even in colder climates.
Integrated stoves, such as the Trangia Storm Cooker, offer a compact stove option that already includes the cookware needed to prepare your meals. Although these stoves offer a highly effective option, they can also be less versatile if you have cookware from other brands that you want to use with the stove.
The type of fuel that you use will also have an impact on the type of stove that you select. Petrol and shellite are generally the cleanest burning fuels. Other fuels, such as kerosene and diesel fuels can leave residues behind, which can clog the stove over time. If you prefer to burn alternative fuels, select a stove that can operate on white spirits.
Bogongstocks a full range of hiking stoves. If you are looking for a stove to cook outdoors, shop our online selection or give us a call on 03 9600 0599 and our friendly staff will be happy to make some recommendations for you.