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Ultralight Camping Stove 2.8oz

$79.95

$103.90

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✓ 2.8 oz Total Weight (Lighter than 2 AA batteries)

✓ Boils 1L in 3.5 Minutes (Faster hot meals on trail)

✓ Wind-Resistant Burner (Reliable in exposed conditions)

✓ Packs Smaller Than Deck of Cards (Zero wasted pack space)

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.9/5 (247 reviews)

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You've experienced this frustration

PACK WEIGHT FATIGUE

"My old camp stove weighed 11 oz. Add fuel canister (8 oz), pot (6 oz) = 25 oz just to boil water. That's 1.5 lbs I could've saved for food or comfort items."

Traditional camp stoves weigh 8-12 oz-heavy when multiplied across a 2,000-mile thru-hike. That's carrying an extra water bottle's weight just for the stove. Ultralight backpackers count every gram because cumulative weight determines daily mileage and injury risk.

8-12 oz stove = 500+ lbs lifted over 100-mile section
Slower pace, shorter daily miles
Wasted pack weight that could be food, shelter, or safety gear

WASTED TIME & FUEL

"Cheap stove took 8+ minutes to boil 1L. Lost 30 minutes daily waiting for water. That's 3.5 hours per week I could've been hiking or resting."

Budget stoves have weak burners that waste fuel and time. When you're racing sunset to camp, fading daylight to set up shelter, or freezing temperatures, a slow stove means cold meals, wasted fuel, and miserable experiences.

8+ minutes per boil = 30+ minutes daily waiting
Wasted fuel = carrying extra canisters
Cold meals when time runs out

EXPOSED CAMP FRUSTRATION

"Set up above treeline. Wind kept extinguishing my stove. Took 45 minutes to boil water using windscreen and rocks. Nearly gave up and ate cold food."

Above treeline, in mountain passes, or exposed campsites, wind is constant. Stoves without wind protection turn simple cooking into frustrating battles. You waste fuel, time, and patience trying to shield a guttering flame.

Extinguished flames = wasted fuel and frustration
Need makeshift windscreens = extra weight and complexity
Cold meals when wind wins

PACK SPACE WASTED

"Old stove took up entire stuff sack. Couldn't nest it in cookware. Just sat there wasting space I needed for bear canister and extra layers."

Large stoves don't nest efficiently in pots or pack corners. They occupy dedicated space that could hold extra food, warm layers, or emergency gear. In ultralight backpacking, every cubic inch matters.

Bulky stove = larger pack needed (more weight)
Wasted space = less food/gear capacity
Poor pack organization = digging for items

The outdoor industry has sold you on expensive, complicated gear systems. There's a better approach.

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Before & After Comparison

THE OLD WAY

Total Weight 29 oz (1.81 lbs)

Total Cost $119

Pack Space 350 cubic inches

Accessibility Separate windscreen required

THE NEW WAY

Total Weight 15 oz (0.94 lbs) 48% lighter

Total Cost $59.99 49.95% savings

Pack Space 80 cubic inches

Accessibility Built-in burner design → NO EXTRA GEAR

HOW IT WORKS

STEP 1: UNFOLD

Remove stove from inside pot where it nests during travel. Unfold three support arms. Attach to fuel canister with simple thread connection.

⏱️ 15 SECONDS

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STEP 2: LIGHT FLAME

Press integrated piezo igniter button. Blue flame ignites instantly. Rotate valve to adjust flame from simmer to full boil. Wind-resistant burner maintains stable flame.

⏱️ 5 SECONDS

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STEP 3: BOIL & COOK

Place pot on stove. Water boils in 3.5 minutes (1L). Cook freeze-dried meals, coffee, or full backcountry recipes. When done, fold stove and nest inside pot.

⏱️ TOTAL: 60 SECONDS TO BOILING

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FROM PACKED TO BOILING IN 60 SECONDS

ENGINEERED FOR ALPINE CONDITIONS

Built to Perform Where Others Fail

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Power Output 8,200 BTU/hr | Boils 1L in 3.5 minutes

Ultralight Weight 2.8 oz (79 grams) | Lighter than 2 AA batteries

Wind Resistance 85% efficiency in 15 mph winds

Weather Range 15°F to 110°F operating rang

Fuel Efficiency 60+ boils per 8 oz canister

INDEPENDENTLY TESTED & FIELD-VERIFIED

500+ Lab Tests | 7,900 Miles Real-World Data | Third-Party Reviewed

ULTRALIGHT MILES

PCT, AT, CDT thru-hikers demand the lightest reliable gear. Every ounce matters over 2,000+ miles. This stove delivers MSR performance at nearly half the weight of traditional backpacking stoves, meaning more daily miles and less cumulative fatigue.

KEY APPLICATIONS

✓ Zero Day town meals (compact enough for hostel cooking)
✓ Fast morning coffee (3.5 min boil = earlier trail start)
✓ Lightweight freeze-dried meal prep (minimal fuel needed)
✓ Resupply efficiency (one 8 oz canister = 2+ weeks)
✓ Alpine camp cooking (reliable above treeline)

"Thru-hiked the PCT with this stove as my only cooking system. 2,650 miles, 5 months, zero failures. Boiled water at 13,000 feet in Whitney zone, cooked in desert heat, performed flawlessly in Washington rain. Weight savings vs my old stove (7 oz difference) meant I carried extra food and wasn't as exhausted."

FAST CAMP SETUP

Weekend warriors want efficiency without sacrificing comfort. After a full day on trail, you don't want to spend 30 minutes fighting a temperamental stove. Fast boils mean more time enjoying camp, not waiting for water.

KEY APPLICATIONS

✓ Quick dinner after long hike (3.5 min boil, 5 min eating)
✓ Morning coffee ritual (wake up, boil, caffeinate, pack)
✓ Lightweight gourmet meals (precise simmer for real cooking)
✓ Cold weather camping (reliable down to 15°F)
✓ Group cooking (stable with 2L pots)

"Camp 15-20 weekends per year in Adirondacks and White Mountains. This stove replaced my 11 oz Coleman that took forever to boil. Now I'm eating hot meals 10 minutes after arriving at camp instead of 30+."

HIGH-ALTITUDE RELIABILITY

Alpine zones demand reliable gear. Wind, altitude, and cold test every piece of equipment. This stove's wind-resistant burner and cold-weather performance make it essential for exposed camps above treeline and technical mountaineering objectives.

KEY APPLICATIONS

✓ Exposed ridgeline camps (wind resistance critical)
✓ High-altitude cooking (tested 10,000+ feet)
✓ Cold weather performance (15°F minimum, lower with warm canister)
✓ Snow melting (efficient BTU output for large volumes)
✓ Emergency bivouac (lightweight always-carry insurance)

"Mountaineering guide in Cascades and Canadian Rockies. I've used this stove on 30+ guided alpine climbs this season. Performed flawlessly at 12,000 feet on Baker, cooked in 25 mph winds on Rainier's Camp Muir, melted snow efficiently on multi-day routes."

COMPACT ADVENTURE FUEL

Bikepacking, canoe camping, and multi-sport adventures have unique space constraints. Traditional stoves don't fit in frame bags or dry bags efficiently. This stove nests inside a 1L pot, creating an integrated cooking system that packs into tight spaces.

KEY APPLICATIONS

✓ Frame bag packing (nests in pot, minimal volume)
✓ Bikepacking overnight meals (fast cooking, light weight)
✓ Canoe camping (compact waterproof storage)
✓ Kayak touring (fits in dry bag with cookware)
✓ Motorcycle adventure (backup camp cooking)

"Bikepacked Oregon Outback (360 miles) and Colorado Trail (550 miles) this summer. This stove lived in my frame bag inside a titanium pot—took up basically zero space."

Trusted by 5,000+ Outdoor Enthusiasts

4.8 out of 5

From 2,847 Verified Backpackers & Thru-Hikers

Rating Breakdown

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Featured Expert Reviews

Ryan Cooper

Senior Gear Editor, GearJunkie | 500+ Products Reviewed

✓ Verified Purchase

I've tested 15+ ultralight stoves for Backpacker Magazine over 8 years. This hits the performance-to-weight sweet spot better than anything on the market. 8,200 BTU at 2.8 oz for $44.99 is the best value in ultralight stoves—MSR costs more with less power. Verified 3:42 boil at 8,500 feet and one canister lasted 14 days on JMT.

Derek Williams

AMGA CertifiedAlaska Mountain Guides | 15 Years | 50+ Denali Expeditions

✓ Verified Purchase

Professional guide in Alaska—this is now standard issue for our 12-person guide staff. Used on 40+ trips this season including Denali base camp approaches. Boiled water at 14,000 feet, performed in exposed winds regularly. Wind resistance rivals MSR Reactor at 1/5 the weight. One igniter failed after 200 uses—replacement arrived in 3 days, no questions.

Emma Sullivan

Triple CrownerAT '21 | PCT '22 | CDT '23 | 7,900 Miles

✓ Verified Purchase

Triple Crown thru-hiker—used same stove for all 7,900 miles across AT, PCT, CDT over 3 years. Zero mechanical failures from Georgia to Canada. Fuel efficiency saved me $180 vs less efficient stoves (one 8 oz canister = 12-14 days). At 2.8 oz, it's permanent gear even on ultralight days. The stove paid for itself 4x over in fuel savings.

Customer Reviews

Alex Zhang

Portland, OR

April 8, 2025

WEEKEND WARRIOR ESSENTIAL

Used 30+ weekends this year in Cascades and Olympics. Boils water in 3.5 minutes, simmer control is shockingly good. Used on exposed beach in 25 mph winds—no issues. Coming from 11 oz Coleman, the 2.8 oz feels like nothing. One canister = 4-5 weekend trips.

Jessica Martinez

Boulder, CO

December 5, 2025

ALPINE TESTED - LEGIT

Mountaineer and trail runner. Taken to 14,000+ feet on six Colorado 14ers this summer. Boiled water at Longs Peak high camp (13,000 ft) in 4 minutes. Integrated pot supports are clutch above treeline—no separate windscreen needed. Only complaint: Piezo struggles below freezing, but I carry backup lighter anyway.

Brian Foster

Asheville, NC

December 3, 2025

PCT SECTION HIKE - 500 MILES

Section hiked Tahoe to Crater Lake (28 days). Boiled water twice daily—one 8 oz canister lasted 14 days (56 boils). Cooked at 10,000+ feet multiple times. After 500 miles: zero wear, arms still tight, piezo still clicks. For $44.99 this is stupid good value vs MSR.

Nicole Park

Seattle, WA

November 30, 2025

THRU-HIKER APPROVED

Carried this 2,650 miles on PCT. Same stove, never replaced. Fuel efficiency is incredible—one 8 oz canister = 12-14 days. Saved probably $150 in fuel vs my old stove. At 2.8 oz, I never considered leaving it behind even on ultralight sections.

Chris Anderson

Ithaca, NY

November 28, 2025

BIKEPACKING ESSENTIAL

Bikepacked Oregon Outback (360 miles) and Colorado Trail section (200 miles). Lives in frame bag inside titanium pot—takes zero space. Fast boils after 80-mile days. One canister lasted entire Oregon trip (15 days). Weighs nothing, performs flawlessly.

Rachel Thompson

Moab, UT

November 25, 2025

DESERT CANYON TESTED

Canyoneering and desert camping 40+ nights this year. Boils water fast at low elevation, handles wind in exposed camps. Nests perfectly in 1L pot with fuel canister. Simmer control lets me actually cook real meals, not just ramen. Best $45 I've spent on gear.