Gear Review
Jetboil Classic Personal Cooking System
Good for the job
By James Cooper
Ranked #278 - Canister Stoves
December 17, 2010
Don't let the three stars fool you. I like my Jetboil and have had fun with it for the past three years. Most of my outdoor friends all have one, and there is always an argument before a long hike about who gets to bring theirs. Our Jetboils have seen use from 800' to 12,000' and my experience has been that it will bring two cups of water to a boil within one to four minutes (depending on altitude). The Jetboil does well in windy conditions, but I have seen a strong gust snuff the flame. I've noticed the Piezoelectric ignition can be a bit sensitive, and usually a quick adjustment of the ignitor distance from the burner is all that is needed to get it to light. However, there have been occasions where the Jetboil has refused to light, but thats why good Boy/Girl Scouts always bring matches. While the Jetboil has a functional design and gets the job done after the burner is lit, the ignition could be a bit more reliable and you need to cook fast if your meal requires more than two cups of water.
View Details: Jetboil Classic Personal Cooking System
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- Aluminum and plastic
- Fuel Type:
- Butane
- Boil Time:
- 30sec (1 cup)
- Simmer:
- Yes
- Auto Ignition:
- Yes
- Windscreen:
- Yes
- Heat Reflector:
- Yes
- Parts Kit:
- No
- Cleaning Tool:
- No
- Stuff Sack:
- No, packs into pot
- Hard Case:
- No, packs into pot
- Size:
- 4.1 x 7.1in (10 x 18cm) packed
- Weight:
- 15oz (425g)
- Recommended Use:
- Backcountry cooking, thru-hiking, alpine climbing
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 Year
- Country of Origin:
- United States
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