A New Blog

I've got a new blog.  Odd as it may seem, sometimes I actually go hiking.  Yes, it's true.  I don't just sit around and play with stoves all day.  If you're interested in a trip report from my recent ascent of Bighorn Mtn (10,997'/3352m) and The Dragon's Head (10,866'/3312m), take a look at my new blog:  Hikin' Jim.The Dragon's Hea...

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What's the Best Gas Stove?

Recently, I got asked "what's the best gas stove?"  In my ever-so-helpful way, I replied "it depends."  :)  While that might seem a bit evasive, it really isn't -- it really does depend on what you, the user, want to do with the stove and under what conditions.In an effort to better answer my friend's questions, I put together the following concerning the question of the best canister gas stove:For colder weather (from about 50F/10C...

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