ack-ack Posted November 23, 2011 Report Share Posted November 23, 2011 I'd have to totally disagree, in my experience Trangias are a design marvel and do a fantastic job and a bottle of meths lasts ages and is a good deal cheaper than gas. Had the same one since I did D of E 20 years ago, still take it camping every year. Once you've got the hang of them they are the nuts Not everybody has the knack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westcountryman Posted November 24, 2011 Report Share Posted November 24, 2011 I've got one, wish they were available when I was in the forces! Boils quickly and with minimal fuss or bother. My only concerns with them is that the lighting element doesn't seem that solid and if I was going out in the field for a few weeks, I wouldn't depend on one as my only source of hot water, where as I would be more confident doing so with a trangia. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huffhuff Posted November 24, 2011 Report Share Posted November 24, 2011 I feel I need to justify my answer on the trangia. Bear in mind it is generally a matter of taste and/or different kit for different situations. As I said, I have about 8 various cooking systems. They all serve their purpose given the condition and individual situation. My trangia is well worn and has seen lots of use. Primarily, the jetboil is a means to boil water and that is what it does best and most efficiently. However, this then opens up the possibilites for boil-in-the bag and some basic reheating of foods. Jetboil will boil 1/2 litre of water in about 2 minutes. The trangia will take 2 minutes to set up, then take longer to boil. The heat on the jetboil can be adjusted fully and with ease. The trangia is either on or off...or you burn your fingers trying to vary it. The jetboil gas canister nests into the container, creating an all-in-one solution - you only then need to carry/source water. The trangia (with individual components) is heavier, bigger amd more cumbersome. Then you need to carry fuel and water separately. When you finish with the jetboil, you switch it off and pack it up. When you finish using the trangia, you either wait until it burns out. You risk a face full of meths by blowing it out, or burning your fingers closing the lid. You then have to dispose of the excess fuel or wait for it to cool. Gas cans are easy to find most places... but fair enough, meths may be easier to source. I will still use the trangia in certain situations. But, I use the jetboil more frequently as it is quick and efficient. If I get time, I will do a side-by-side demo of the two. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bi9johnny Posted November 24, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 24, 2011 thanks for yourtime and input chaps i was just wondering as i often used a kelly's kettle for water as its mainly hot drinks i wanted it for as flasks just dont do it for me anymore regards john my lad home from afghan swears by the jetboil by the way and i think thats the way i will go Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huffhuff Posted November 24, 2011 Report Share Posted November 24, 2011 I was bored. Jetboil: Trangua; Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beardo Posted November 24, 2011 Report Share Posted November 24, 2011 Very good... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ack-ack Posted November 24, 2011 Report Share Posted November 24, 2011 I was bored. Jetboil: Trangua; A quality production huff huff You not got the kettle with your trangia set then fella? The jet boils obviously a good bit of kit but it is just a water boiler. You obviously know your systems and I'm not going to bang on. Me just lovem dem trangia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huffhuff Posted November 24, 2011 Report Share Posted November 24, 2011 I just love fire mainly! Don't have the kettle anymore...slight mishap with it boiling dry on a fire I could have put a lid on both I suppose but it was a rush job, bit of faffing. I made a small pressure Stove out of two coke cans a while back, it's actually amazing. I'll take a vid over weekend if I can find it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cosd Posted November 24, 2011 Report Share Posted November 24, 2011 Excellent production Huffhuff. I didn't know what either of them were, slightly different uses but the first one looks a neater bit of kit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gixer1 Posted November 24, 2011 Report Share Posted November 24, 2011 Cracking video.... Well done, bet that would be of interest to jetboil... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ack-ack Posted November 25, 2011 Report Share Posted November 25, 2011 Cracking video.... Well done, bet that would be of interest to jetboil... I think Huffhuff must own shares Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huffhuff Posted November 26, 2011 Report Share Posted November 26, 2011 (edited) For anybody interested in the Penny Stove I made... Edited November 26, 2011 by huffhuff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ack-ack Posted November 26, 2011 Report Share Posted November 26, 2011 For anybody interested in the Penny Stove I made... Good stuff Huff. What's the max burn time? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huffhuff Posted November 26, 2011 Report Share Posted November 26, 2011 Quite a while as you can fill that can quite a lot. I've cooked a fry up on it before, then cups of tea after that no probs. I've taken it out at moment, but I have a wad of fibreglass insulation that goes in there to soak up fluid and make a bit more stable in transport. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ack-ack Posted November 26, 2011 Report Share Posted November 26, 2011 Quite a while as you can fill that can quite a lot. I've cooked a fry up on it before, then cups of tea after that no probs. I've taken it out at moment, but I have a wad of fibreglass insulation that goes in there to soak up fluid and make a bit more stable in transport. Its a top invention, is it home grown? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huffhuff Posted November 26, 2011 Report Share Posted November 26, 2011 (edited) Google 'penny stove' for instructions on the different models (one type has a double wall as an example). I just like how simple it is. Great for back packers and just travelling light Plus I like making **** I think it took about 30 minutes if you include the hassle and faff of trying to get the two cans nested together. I didn't like the pressure on the first one I mad so have about 4 at various stages and varying designs. Edited November 26, 2011 by huffhuff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ack-ack Posted November 26, 2011 Report Share Posted November 26, 2011 Google 'penny stove' for instructions on the different models (one type has a double wall as an example). I just like how simple it is. Great for back packers and just travelling light Plus I like making **** I think it took about 30 minutes if you include the hassle and faff of trying to get the two can nested together. I'm all over this one like a bad rash. I'm going to make a Fray Bentos version, might have to joggle to get a good fit but reckon it will go like stink!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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