The Soto OD-1R Microregulator: Cold weather problems solved?

Rich wrote: Just got the Soto OD-1R microregulator stove... I read the regulator solves the cold weather problems...  Well, Rich, I've got good news, and I've got bad news. The good news is that a regulator might help in colder weather, perhaps to the tune of about five degrees Fahrenheit. In other words, if a "normal" (needle valved) burner would conk out at 25F, you might still be able to operate a regulator valved burner down to...

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Why a Gas Stove?

I recently got a note from "DG" concerning what type of stove is best:I vote for liquid fuel type stoves. Fast heat no matter what condition.--DG I don't disklike liquid fueled stoves the least bit, but I thought I'd talk a little about why I also like gas stoves.  Read on...DG, My first stove that was all my own (i.e. not my dad's) was an MSR Whisperlite that I bought in 1987. It's still going strong. You're absolutely right that a liquid...

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What's the Best Stove for All Conditions?

I thank you all for your many interesting questions and comments. I try to respond to each and every one. Here's one from "tpfishnfool" that I thought might actually make a good blog post: "tpfishnfool" wrote: Looking for a good all around stove for everything from whitney to baldy. whats a good stove that is small and good in all conditions ?Thanks..It's tough to find that one stove that "does it all" and is the best stove at all times and in all conditions. Take a look at my "personal" stove list down below, and you'll hopefully see what...

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