Lightweight Backpacking Stoves

Lightweight backpacking stoves are the best choice if you are going to be cooking on the trail. Using it for lunch or on an overnight hike to make a hot meal can make even bad weather seem not so bad.There are a number of styles to pick from and they all have advantages and disadvantages. All lightweight backpacking stoves burn different fuels-liquid,solid,even sticks and paper . Some lightweight stoves are multi-fuelled making it easier to find fuel if you are outside of Canada or the U.S. A lot of these are less than 4 oz. in weight and fold into small packages making them lightweight and easy to carry.

The type of fuel used should be one that is available where you are hiking. Butane is readily available in Canada and the U.S. but not necessarily in another country. The same goes for other fuels so check and see what is available and find a lightweight backpacking stove to match your needs.
Compressed gas stoves (propane, butane) are generally lighter than white gas stoves. Unless you are going to be backpacking for a week or more the canister should be adequate. If you go longer than that then the gas stove becomes a better choice because you can regulate how much gas you carry.

Gas stoves are better in colder weather -5C or colder and at high altitudes.
Canister stoves do not have "extras"- fuel pumps and lines etc.
Liquid fuel and solid fuel can be interchanged on some backpacking stoves.

Solid fuel does not generally burn for a long time and heat cannot be regulated. Good for boiling.

Optimus Hiker Stove

This stove has been to both poles and the highest peaks without any legs at all. Rugged and compact, the Optimus Hiker remains a true classic. No matter how tough it gets out there, youll be doing fine. (It didnt earn the nickname “Himalaya Stove for nothing.) Its fitted with a patented, quick-priming, single jet burner for a big flame at any altitude, in any climate. And its remarkably easy to use. The convenient, one-piece design means the stove is ready to go when you open the lid. Features: Reliable, tested performance Built on award-winning Optimus Nova technology One piece, single-jet design Quick priming burner reduces preheating time and fuel consumption Integrated tank Multi-fuel technology MAGIC magnetic cleaning needle for a consistently clean burn Safety pressure-release valve Steel case with carrying handle Item Specifications: Weight: 56 oz. Dimensions: 7 x 7 x 4 Rating: 9700 BTU Fuel: Optimus arctic fuel, white gas, kerosene, diesel, jet fuel Burn time: Up to 2 hours at high output on one filling Boil time (1 liter): 3.5 min. (depending on climate, altitude, etc.)

Now that you have decided on a lightweight backpacking stove stove you need cookware. Stainless steel, hard anodized, non-stick and aluminum are the commonest. camp cookware

One thing you want is versatility. Is the plate deep enough to use as a bowl? Do you have a "spork"? Durability is next-can your cook set handle the bumps and bangs it is sure to encounter? What about clean up? Surely non-stick is best. What about “stackability?” Do all the pieces stack together into a compact bundle? Cost is another factor. If you are going to use the set a lot then a slightly costlier more durable cookware set is what you should find. Last but definitely not least is safety. Some cookware sets have stay cool handles or handles that will rotate away from the heat. This is a good thing. ;-) Tight fitting lids not only save fuel but can save a spill resulting in a nasty burn.

Gsi Outdoors Enamelware 16 Piece Camp Set

Enamelware Inspired by traditional Graniteware, our Enamelware blends old-fashioned charm and functionality into one sturdy package. Built from heavy-gauge steel with a classic speckled enamel finish, every piece has been kiln-hardened twice at 1400 F to stand up to scratches and chipping. Plus, three-ply construction maximizes heat distribution for even cooking. Features: Double kiln-hardened enamel coating Easy to clean Dishwasher safe Includes: 4 12 fl. oz. Cups, 4 6in Bowls, 4 10.375in Plates, 8 cup Coffee Pot, 3 qt. Convex Kettle and Lid, 8.75in Frypan Item Specifications: Size: 16 Piece Weight: 7 lbs. 14 oz. Material: Enameled Steel Dimensions: 16.5 x 10.2 x 9.0 Manufactured In: USA

Windscreens, coffee percolators, teapots, popcorn poppers and toasters are some of the accessories available for your backpacking stove. If you keep your cook set lightweight you won’t even notice it tucked in beside your stove when you are backpacking.

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