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Is This Gonna Blow Up: Survival Kits Stoves

nutnfancy
Published on January 29, 2019
Category: Tactical & Gear
Duration: 19:56

This video reviews several compact camping stoves, focusing on their suitability for survival kits (BOK). The presenter, nutnfancy, expresses a strong preference for canister stoves over alcohol stoves due to reliability and ease of use. He highlights the BSR stove as an excellent budget option for a BOK, praising its small size and affordability, while recommending the Covea Super Light Titanium for more serious backpacking due to its superior stability and flame pattern. The video emphasizes the importance of simplicity and reliability in survival gear.

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BSR Stove
Covea Stove
Go Outdoor Stove
Alcohol Stove
Canister Stove
Backpacking Stove
Survival Stove
Ultralight Gear
Emergency Kit
Camping Gear
Outdoor Cooking
Fuel Efficiency
Stove Performance
Gear Review

Quick Summary

For survival kits (BOK), the BSR stove is a top recommendation due to its extreme compactness, affordability ($17), and ease of use. While alcohol stoves are generally unreliable, canister stoves like the BSR and the higher-quality Covea Super Light Titanium offer dependable performance for heating water and cooking in emergency situations.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Varga Titanium Alcohol Stove
  2. 00:17Testing the Varga Titanium Alcohol Stove
  3. 00:58Presenter's Dislike for Alcohol Stoves
  4. 01:07Using UCO Matches for Fire Starting
  5. 01:31Testing Beer Can Stoves
  6. 01:55Preference for Cartridge Stoves
  7. 02:15Introducing the BSR Stove
  8. 02:45Testing the BSR Stove
  9. 03:07Dog Incident and Stew Contamination
  10. 03:30Other Stoves: Covea and Go Outdoor
  11. 03:52Go Outdoor Stove (Pocket Rocket Knock-off)
  12. 04:17Testing the Go Outdoor Stove
  13. 04:49BSR Stove Performance and Recommendation
  14. 05:02Testing Another Cartridge with BSR
  15. 05:19Introducing the Covea Super Light Titanium Stove
  16. 05:41Testing the Covea Stove
  17. 05:55Covea vs. BSR: Stability and Flame Pattern
  18. 06:08Dog Returns for Food
  19. 06:19Covea Stove Boiling Water
  20. 06:42Covea Stove Simmer Test
  21. 06:50Covea Stove Recommendation
  22. 07:06Lesson Learned from Dog Incident
  23. 07:25Testing the Go Outdoor Stove Again
  24. 07:48Canister Stoves vs. Gas Stoves
  25. 07:52Cartridge Performance in Cold Weather
  26. 08:08Reconstituting Beef Stew
  27. 08:21Checking the Covea Stove Again
  28. 08:56BSR Stove vs. Covea Stove: Size Comparison
  29. 09:18Covea Stove Packaging and Insert
  30. 09:38Testing Covea with Water
  31. 09:57Go Outdoor Stove as Pocket Rocket Knock-off
  32. 10:13Go Outdoor Stove Performance
  33. 10:35Go Outdoor vs. Covea Flame Pattern
  34. 10:50Go Outdoor Stove Stability and Simmer
  35. 11:02Final Stove Recommendations
  36. 11:15BSR Stove for Absolute Smallness
  37. 11:35BSR Stove Limitations
  38. 11:53Favorite Stove: Covea
  39. 11:58Go Outdoor Stove as Alternative

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best compact stoves for a survival kit (BOK)?

For a survival kit (BOK), the BSR stove is highly recommended due to its extreme compactness, affordability (around $17), and ease of use. While its feet are small, its overall value and portability make it an excellent choice. The Covea Super Light Titanium is another strong contender for its superior stability and flame pattern, though it's heavier and more expensive.

Why are alcohol stoves not recommended for survival kits?

Alcohol stoves, like the Varga Titanium, are generally not recommended for survival kits because they are considered unreliable and prone to failure. They require priming, can easily go out, and are less efficient in windy conditions, making them a "hokey" and "stupid" choice compared to more dependable canister stoves.

What is the advantage of canister stoves over alcohol stoves for survival?

Canister stoves offer significant advantages for survival kits due to their simplicity, reliability, and ease of use. They are less affected by wind, require no priming, and provide a more consistent flame, making them a more dependable option for heating water or cooking in emergency situations.

What are the key features of the BSR stove?

The BSR stove is a very inexpensive ($17) and lightweight (0.8 ounces) canister stove. Its primary advantages are its extreme compactness and affordability, making it an ideal candidate for a Bug Out Kit (BOK). While it has small feet, its performance for basic tasks like heating water is considered adequate.

What makes the Covea Super Light Titanium stove a good backpacking option?

The Covea Super Light Titanium stove is recommended for serious backpacking due to its higher quality construction, excellent stability with broad pot supports, and a superior flame pattern that offers better heat dispersion. It's a more robust and efficient option for wilderness cooking compared to smaller, more basic stoves.

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