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It's up to the individual to decide, if it works for them, enhances their backpacking/hiking experience or is crap. I would say there is roughly a 50/50 split on that decision with this product.
I purchased one and used it. Ended up buying another and the cutting board. Should have bought them all at once; would have been cheaper. Two connected together is awesome out in the "wild".
I can see why you would put two tables together. It's not something I will ever do. As you say it would be cheaper to buy everything together. The problem being, unless you have money to waste, your going to try one table first to see how it works for you. As you know everything works or doesn't work in hindsight.
@@HikeandSeeker Absolutely! I put a bandana on the top as an insulator with them connected. Its a nice flat clean surface for things and the wife likes it. It's part of the "glamping" package..lol. They're inexpensive here in the U.S.. I understand wanting to hate these little tables for how simple and cheap they are. However, once I used mine I had an appreciation for it and know it makes camping a bit more pleasurable. Thanks for sharing your experience.👍
The first time I took out my Cascade table, I put a hot meal on it and the surface MELTED -subsequently unusable. If you plan to put anything hot on your table, apply some heat resistant tape over the surface.
I haven't had that problem myself. I can see what your saying though. I boil water for coffee and rehydrated meals and pour the hot water into the cup and bag. All of that is done on the table. Would I take the pot that the water was boiled in and put it straight on the table ? Probably not.
When I used to have rain pants, to get them on and off easily, I always carried a couple of Tesco plastic bags with me, I slipped my muddy boots into them then pushed them through the leggings. No wet or mud inside.
I assume your from the UK mentioning Tesco. These rain pants were purchased for the West highland way hike a few years ago now. Mainly for warmth, they worked out well as it was cold and wet most of the time. As I mentioned also extremely rugged material. The trick with the bags you mentioned is a great idea.
When I go on a hike, 7 days or more, I always take my Altus full zip poncho. If condensation starts, when there's a rain lull, I just unzip and the inside rapidly dries.
I use a Ferrino poncho, full length. With lightweight rain pants to keep the bottom of my legs dry. There is a review of the poncho on my channel. From what you say, I use mine in the same way.
Thanks for the comment. The use of trekking poles is one of the most contentious issues in the hiking world. How to use them or whether you even need them at all.
I'm not quite sure what your asking. The pot can sit on any stove, as all hiking stoves have at least three or four prongs for necessary balance. If the prongs fit into the slots then you have more safety, with less chance of knocking the pot over. If you balance the pot on the stove without using the slots it will still boil water etc. Not so efficiently though in my opinion.
As I tell everyone. It’s all about having fun, & enjoying yourself. I live in Cairns, & drive to Adelaide every yr to visit family, & camp along the way. Just get out, & enjoy yourself. Remember do it your way, & stuff the nay sayers 👍
Thanks for the comment. The cupboards were logical as the wheel arches are dead space. I'm also mindful that I still want to use the vehicle for other purposes, outside of an overnight hiking base.
Trekking poles are a personal choice. From my perspective they work, particularly with a heavy pack on my back going down hill (and uphill) That depends on the type of downhill as well. On a smooth downhill with no rocks or other trip hazards no trekking poles. No heavy pack, no trekking poles either.
Well, basically good tips but by your measures I am dumber. Seventy next year and I am still trying to push myself; it feels good when I can beat young hikers! I feel fastpacking is the way to go (as long as not too extreme). Have had plenty of falls on steep scree slopes eg on Mt Taranaki, particularly as my leg strength has gone. Luckily none of them have done damage. It's running which has caused slight injuries for me, not walking.
I don't think I said, that because we are older we are dumber. The opposite in fact, I think people think because we are older we need looking after and in that sense we are dumber. I am 73 next birthday I know my limitations now, but that doesn't stop me being competitive. When I stop being competitive in myself, ( not by somebody else's idea of competitive) Then it's time to stop I guess.
Sea to summit are a popular brand, as you would know. Most of their designs are second to none. They produce a few gadgets that I would never use. Having to appeal to a wide customer base necessitates this I guess.
Thank you for the review, I am from Brazil, it is very hard to get good gear. I bought the petrel pot after watching your video and loved it! Keep up the good work!
I love this channel, it takes all the hard work out of finding the right gear for the job. I am definitely getting the petrol powered pot, sounds like the bees knees to me. Can you get them from BCF?
They are an important component of multi day hikes. Also the cost of the pots are reasonable, compared to other hiking items. That's why I don't have 5 tents or 5 sleeping bags. I wish!
Thanks for the comment. I think I did say that the 600 ml mark on the pot is down from the top. I assumed that was to prevent boil over. Your right though it does hold 800 mils total.
Thanks for the comment Julia. The poncho works well, but in the monsoon season your talking about rain pants would be an absolute. Also your hiking shoes would get wet in the run off some protection there would be needed as well.
I have used a similar Sea to summit bowl as a chopping board before, with no problems. Sea to summit won't specify that you can, just to prevent some people using the bottom of the bowl as a chopping board in their kitchen everyday. Out on the trail perfect chopping board. Thanks for the comment.
Boiling water for coffee/tea. Rehydrated meals where you add hot water. Pasta, rice and vegetables boiled in water. Stew maybe if your careful, stirring constantly on a low heat. If you use a full flame and don't stir you will burn the food and the pot. Thanks for the comment.
The heating inefficiency was compared to my usual hiking pot, which is part of my multi day hiking kit. Obviously the consideration there is carrying gas. While the weight and size works in that situation, in my opinion the gas component doesn't. In saying this, the kettle is fantastic in many other situations, including my venture into car camping. Thanks for the comment.
I wonder why one would take longer to boil over the other if you are boiling the same amount of water, strange? It would be nice if the pot came with collapsible cups in it too. Good video
The pot boils quicker because it has heat exchanger plates on the bottom. The pot being all metal may help, as well not being so wide at the base. That's only a guess on my part I can't be sure. The kettle seemed to keep the water hotter for a period of time after the boil. Maybe that has something to do with the silicone ?
I am aware of stand alone windshields. They could work with this pot, for me that's an extra I don't want to carry in my backpack.( apart from the size of the pot) This is why I think this pot is suitable in more controlled conditions. Caravans, family tents or tents pitched for longer periods, and in my case a venture into car camping. The boil time in a controlled situation is at best, double my usual hiking pot. This is not a problem in these conditions because you are not restricted by the amount of gas you have to carry.
A saucepan that I am stressed about not to catch on fire shouldn't be a thing. It's a good idea in theory. I can see myself doing a mischief with this one. What I would like is a metal pot/pan that could double as a hat or tactical helmet.
I like how fast this went from 'Oh yeah it's not too bad' to 'I ain't buying this crap ever again!'. Where do I get one of those spoons from? I hope it is not Radix too
This was my second Radix meal. I think I was already not going to like it, after my other experience. The flavor was good in the other meal, same problem though. It was crap by the way lol. The spoon is a jet boil telescopic spoon, a few years old now. I think they are still the same and available.
The Northern section has been closed for a while now due to storm damage. I don't live in Victoria so I'm not sure when it will be open again. Thanks for the comment.
Thanks for the comment. Sea to summit soap is very similar. I will try that when I run of the soap I have. It could be a while I have about 300 sheets left.
I 100% agree on the importance of a good night's sleep, which gives both your body and mind time to recover. I'm able to sleep 10 to 11 hours easily, and it feels fantastic.
Great review, it looks good. I have been considering getting a poncho-style rain jacket. I just bought myself an Aarn body back, so this won't fit the front balance pockets.
I couldn't agree more, I also see mistakes that way. The only proviso I would make is that one mistake you make could end really badly. You may not have a chance to learn from it.
I've used a Minimalist nested inside a Soloist for many years and have been happy the combination. It's a slight increase in weight but I like the combo for cold mornings when I want coffee with my oatmeal.
That sounds cool. As you know there are many combinations that work together. Cooking systems are just about as contentious, as a quilt v sleeping bag or should I use trekking poles.
