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How does the Crux stove compare to the Pocket Rocket stove?
By mog3732986
Ranked #677 - Canister Stoves
August 31, 2010
How does the Crux stove compare to the Pocket Rocket stove?
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By moroni
Ranked #2 - Canister Stoves
December 9, 2010
The Optimus Crux has a larger burner head making it better for simmering & using larger diameter cookware. The flame is spread more evenly across the bottom of the pot/pan & therefore eliminating the dreaded hot spot.
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By richifever
Ranked #398 - Canister Stoves
October 3, 2010
Hey Matt, How does the performance of the Crux compare to the Crux lite?
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By Matt Zabriskie
Ranked #335 - Canister Stoves
September 1, 2010
The two stoves are very similar. The main difference being that the Crux is capable of folding at the stem, making it more compact for storage. The folding mechanism also makes the Crux a tad heavier (add 8 grams). I would suggest that the more comparable Optimus stove to the Pocket Rocket would be the Crux Lite (http://www.backcountry.com/outdoorgear/Optimus-Crux-Lite-Stove/OPS0008M.html). The Crux Lite doesn't fold, so it is lighter than the Crux by almost a full ounce (21 grams), and lighter than the Pocket Rocket by 13 grams. I have the Crux Lite, and my brother has the Crux. They have performed very well for us. I also think that MSR makes top notch equipment. I really don't think you can go wrong with any of these stoves.
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