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I own the Reactor stove by MSR and LOVE it. My only problem has...
By Addie
Ranked #988 - Canister Stoves
February 6, 2009
I own the Reactor stove by MSR and LOVE it. My only problem has been it's preformance in single digit temps. Does anyone know a trick that might help keep the fuel canister from freezing WHILE I am cooking on it?
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By Matt Tovar
Ranked #205 - Canister Stoves
March 30, 2009
Except your pot of water will quickly become ice and be just as cold as the air in single digit temps. when you know that it is going to be a cold night, put the stove in you sleeping bag, and in the morning, HOT COFFEE FOR YOU !!!
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By Matt Tovar
Ranked #205 - Canister Stoves
March 14, 2009
One thing that might work is sticking the canister in a pot with enough water to cover the canister above the level of the fuel while it's being used (obviously I wouldn't let the water get to close to the Lindal Valve (where the stove connects to the canister)). This will help keep the temp of the fuel up enough as to not effect the vapor output. It's NOT recommended that you use your hands to warm it up. This might cause skin damage. Single digits is about the limit of where the Reactor will work. Most canister stoves won't even function at this temp.
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- stainless steel
- Fuel Type:
- MSR IsoPro
- Burn Time:
- 80 min
- Boil Time:
- 3 min
- Auto Ignition:
- no
- Windscreen:
- yes
- Heat Reflector:
- yes
- Parts Kit:
- no
- Cleaning Tool:
- no
- Fuel Bottle or Canister Included:
- no
- Stuff Sack:
- no
- Hard Case:
- yes
- Weight:
- 1 lb 2 oz
- Recommended Use:
- backpacking, camping, cooking
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- lifetime
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