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Anyone used this stove in cold weather? Did it still light and...
By dermo
Ranked #776 - Canister Stoves
July 7, 2008
Anyone used this stove in cold weather? Did it still light and burn easily?
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Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By Benjamin Smith
Ranked #281 - Canister Stoves
December 18, 2009
just set the canister in warm water and it works fine. Turning it over helps, too.
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By moroni
Ranked #2 - Canister Stoves
November 8, 2009
Personally I think 0 degrees F is quite a stretch. I notice a distinct drop-off in performance below 25 degrees. This is why I always recommend using a liquid fuel stove during the winter months.
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
By Ty Nelson
Ranked #360 - Canister Stoves
June 5, 2009
Any stove that uses IsoPro (or any other canister butane/propane mix) will suffer a loss of performance in cold weather. The fuel becomes dense and is less easily vaporized. I have had my WindPro fail to light and stay lit in 15 degree weather. After that, on winter hikes, I started hiking the last few miles before setting up camp with the canister between my base layer and outer layers, and sleeping with it in my bag at night. I have never had a problem with it since.
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By Bryan Bennett
December 10, 2008
Cold weather really doesn't become a problem with this stove until you get at or below 0°F.Take a look at the MSR Stove Tips too for using at high altitudes:http://msrgear.com/stoves/windpro.asp (under the more info tab at the bottom of the page)Personally I think 0 degrees F is a stretch. I notice a distinct drop-off in performance below 25 degrees. Bryan Bennett: I agree with Jeff, my windpro has poor performance when it gets below 20 deg F or so. Sleep with the canister in your sleeping bag if your worried about it.
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- stainless steel, aluminum
- Dimensions:
- 4 x 3.5 x 3.5 in
- Fuel Type:
- MSR IsoPro
- Burn Time:
- 90 min
- Boil Time:
- 4.25 min
- Simmer:
- yes
- Auto Ignition:
- no
- Windscreen:
- yes
- Heat Reflector:
- yes
- Parts Kit:
- no
- Cleaning Tool:
- yes, shaker jet technology
- Fuel Bottle or Canister Included:
- no
- Stuff Sack:
- yes
- Hard Case:
- no
- Weight:
- 6.8 oz
- Recommended Use:
- backpacking, camping, cooking
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
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