Stove(s)
This is what I just bought followed by a short summary of contenders in the space.
1.6 ounces (46 grams). Aluminum and copper. Looking to be domestically produced in the US. Supposed to be more stable.
BRS 3000 is 26 to 27 grams or .95 ounces. It is titanium. Reliability is reported much better the past few years. It is the leader in discount backpacking stoves.
The Fire Maple T 300 weighs about 1.6 ounces. Titanium. It has a surprisingly large internet footprint.
The GS-7900 or GS-7500 is sold via Tractor Supply as well as Home Depot. Weights are listed between .05 and .1 pounds. Weighed it appears around .95 ounces.
Not sure which we own. Happy6 and I have had excellent experiences with it.
The LiteMax was our first lightweight stove when we moved away from the Windburner. 56 grams, 1.9 ounces. Perfect warranty service. About $44-$45. Titanium.
OliCamp Ion Micro titanium stove 1.5 ounces
Just adding this in for completeness. REI used to carry it but it is currently out of stock. Costs almost $50 which is too much for curiosity purchasing.
My thought is that unless the Apex‘s extra stability is impressive, or unless the improved burner design is really impressive or faster, we will probably hike with the GasOne.
But I decided to check out it out as an alternative. Maybe it is a real improvement. Update to come when it arrives.
Campshoes
I will have to see how they work out. But they look like they will be lighter and take up less space.
I’ve tried doing without and between showers and other wet shoe times I’ve given into hiking with camp shoes.
Both of these items will get full reviews after they arrive.
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