3 of us are planning a 9 day section trip. We currently have a Jetboil GCS setup. I’m thinking of changing it out for an MSR PocketRocket plus titanium 1.5 L pot. It seems a much lighter option. What am I missing? Would I need more fuel due to less efficiency? Any suggestions? I’ve read various info on Jetboil vs MSR Reactor, but the weights of these two are similar, and not worth switching. Thanks, snow
Snow
I’d suggest the Superfly for the larger burner. The Rocket has a small one and will/might make a hot spot on a larger pot-food burn. As far as fuel amount; if you’re careful one larger can, iso-butane (propane and butane for colder weather-MSR brand), would be enough. Or if you really want hot drinks and dinners etc take three medium cans. Each person can carry one can if you’re worried about weight. Three of us used two tiny cans at 10,000ft over 4 days. And we ate well.
BW
i’d stick with the jetboil setup for JMT. The weight split among 3 is not gonna be horrible. The MSR reactor is more of a winter setup and is fairly heavy however it is more efficient with fuel. I used an alcohol stove on the PCT but if i were to redo the JMT I would prefer to have a higher output system. However the pocketrocket is a great stove also so i guess it breaks down to whether you think you really need to spend the money or not. happy trails
canyonman
I guess between CM and me, what are you going to cook? Is it hot drinks and Liptons or gormet? We practice a pre-soak on all meals with cold water for 20 minutes while setting up tents tp save fuel. Then boil. Even on home dehydrated meals. So the basic stove may be better. I’m about the space in the pack and ease of use. Mountainhouse and an alky stove, rock on. If I do slow fajitas and fresh veg I take the Superfly/butane and a pint of red wine and enjoy the sunset while doing the slow simmer. Yo. Three poeple and some long cook pasta you just want a high btu stove, maybe white gas? I say don’t worry the weight on a short trip. Just eat well.
BW
Great points - don’t need hot spots, but do only use it for boiling H2O. Don’t need to spend more money - it’s already allocated for a tarp I have my eye on; am trying to cut weight - bummed about no Ursak & having to put weight into a hefty bear cannister. So, I’m checking out the Super - thanks so much.
snow
If your looking for a light weight stove go with the Ezbit stove. They are supper light and only take a few minutes to get boiling water. I would deff. suggest that one it was perfect for my section hiking trips.
Super Scout
Are wood-burning stoves, such as the Bush Buddy, allowed on the JMT? Would like to use one if they are allowed.
ulhiker