Already have a gas backpacking stove and a variety of pans but I'm looking for a fast and efficient system for brews, dehydrated meals etc. Jetboils are all a bit pricey. Anyone recommend what they've got? Was looking at the Highlander version as an option...
Jetboil alternative....
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How about the Alpkit Brukit that comes in at 49.99. If I didn't already own a couple of jetboils then I'd snap one of these up.
Be wary of copies. I had one from a well known UK company, their version of the jetboil essentially a Chinese copy branded to them. The first was recalled due to safety issues the second I sent back after the gas started leaking out of the canister during operation and was actually alight beneath the stove. I sent that one back and will settle for additional costs with good QC. I have the MSR reactor, which is really just for boiling water super fast. I don't use it much to be honest but by god it boils water super quick.
Yep, I have a Jobsworth version that had a recall because of a leaking seal. However, I inspected and tested mine and it was fine - no leaks, works perfectly. It was only £20 so I've had that value out of it already.
Having compared mine with a Jetboil I'm not convinced they are not made by the same company though
Having compared mine with a Jetboil I'm not convinced they are not made by the same company though
Got an OEX tacana which is great – can't see much of a difference between that and my jetboil zip tbh in terms of quality. It's a bigger size so you can stuff a boil in the bag meal in it no probs. I like that it came with a bag too, so I don't get dinner mess inside my bag.
