Interesting looking Metho Stove

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Interesting looking Metho Stove

Mon 23 Jan, 2012 9:00 pm

I thought this looked interesting anyone used one ??
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Camping-Surv ... 482wt_1139
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Re: Interesting looking Metho Stove

Tue 24 Jan, 2012 3:00 am

corvus wrote:I thought this looked interesting anyone used one ??
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Camping-Surv ... 482wt_1139
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It appears to be a copy of a Trangia stove with some mods and a stand/pot support added. The handle on the simmer ring might be a nice feature.

As for a stand, I happen to like the Clikstand which controls airflow, supports a windscreen, and packs down quite small. The Clikstand is from a cottage manufacturer and is a bit expensive though.

Clikstand disassembled.
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Clikstand assembled.
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Re: Interesting looking Metho Stove

Tue 24 Jan, 2012 3:25 pm

I had a look...
having tried some Trangia look alike before I have to say that they don't necessarely burn like a Trangia.
Apart from the exact design and material some don't have any wick inside ,part,I think, of the reason why the Trangia works well.
As Jim pointed out, the ClickStand (pot stand/Windscreen) at about 40 g more ,would make more sense.
(apart from the price...)
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Re: Interesting looking Metho Stove

Tue 06 Mar, 2012 5:41 pm

+1 on the Clikstand. Combined with the windscreen it is a nice light weight alternative to the standard Trangia.

If $$ aren't an issue you could try the Ti Evernew setup. http://www.evernewamerica.com/EBY255.htm
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Re: Interesting looking Metho Stove

Tue 06 Mar, 2012 9:25 pm

I have the Evernew stove set and used it on the Bibbulmun.
Excellent lightweight alternative to Trangia but I found it's flaws are relative instability and not all that wind resistant in strong wind. I don't consider the lack of a simmer ring or lid an issue - measure your metho better. :-)
Because of the flaws and for extra versatility I have now purchased a Caldera Cone Sidewinder TiTri which I haven't used in the field yet but has an awesome wood burning option.
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Re: Interesting looking Metho Stove

Wed 07 Mar, 2012 5:53 am

jacko1956 wrote:I have the Evernew stove set and used it on the Bibbulmun.
Excellent lightweight alternative to Trangia but I found it's flaws are relative instability and not all that wind resistant in strong wind. I don't consider the lack of a simmer ring or lid an issue - measure your metho better. :-)
Because of the flaws and for extra versatility I have now purchased a Caldera Cone Sidewinder TiTri which I haven't used in the field yet but has an awesome wood burning option.
The Ti-Tri Caldera Cone is one of my absolute favorites to cook on. It's a lot of fun, and there's a lot you can do with it:

Omelet:
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Re: Interesting looking Metho Stove

Wed 07 Mar, 2012 8:45 pm

Eating an omelette for me is like wearing shorts.... a cold day in hell etc....
:-)
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Re: Interesting looking Metho Stove

Wed 07 Mar, 2012 8:56 pm

jacko1956 wrote:Eating an omelette for me is like wearing shorts.... a cold day in hell etc....
:-)

Why would you wear long Trousers in such a warm environment as yours are you afraid of sunburn or ridicule :lol: or have I the wrong end of the stick or missing your point :?: :)
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Re: Interesting looking Metho Stove

Wed 07 Mar, 2012 10:25 pm

Ever since I was old enough to wear long pants I have - many many years now.
My legs are not things of beauty. :-)
In our environment I do not walk during the hot months.
I wear long trousers to avoid snakes (a lttle bit), to keep the sun off, to avoid the scratches from the shrubs, to pick the ticks off and for the convenience of the pockets.
With todays fabrics, like an arab in traditional dress I am at least as cool as in shorts. I do not wear uncomfortable, silly looking gaiters.
But yes I am probably a bit mad as well. I think Spike Milligan would have liked me.....
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Re: Interesting looking Metho Stove

Thu 08 Mar, 2012 3:16 am

jacko1956 wrote:Eating an omelette for me is like wearing shorts.... a cold day in hell etc....
:-)
Well, just think of it more as proof that you can cook just about anything you want on a wood fire if you're using a stove. They really make wood fire cooking SO much easier.

Just don't show me your legs before I eat, and we'll be fine. :wink:

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Re: Interesting looking Metho Stove

Thu 08 Mar, 2012 6:23 pm

jacko1956 wrote:Ever since I was old enough to wear long pants I have - many many years now.
My legs are not things of beauty. :-)
In our environment I do not walk during the hot months.
I wear long trousers to avoid snakes (a lttle bit), to keep the sun off, to avoid the scratches from the shrubs, to pick the ticks off and for the convenience of the pockets.
With todays fabrics, like an arab in traditional dress I am at least as cool as in shorts. I do not wear uncomfortable, silly looking gaiters.
But yes I am probably a bit mad as well. I think Spike Milligan would have liked me.....


Good answer :lol:
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Re: Interesting looking Metho Stove

Thu 08 Mar, 2012 8:49 pm

jacko1956 wrote:I have the Evernew stove set and used it on the Bibbulmun.
Excellent lightweight alternative to Trangia but I found it's flaws are relative instability and not all that wind resistant in strong wind. I don't consider the lack of a simmer ring or lid an issue - measure your metho better. :-)
Because of the flaws and for extra versatility I have now purchased a Caldera Cone Sidewinder TiTri which I haven't used in the field yet but has an awesome wood burning option.


Thanks for the info jacko1956. I have been able to justify the expense of this setup so I'm now glad I kept the cash in my pocket.
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