MSR Pocket Rocket

[Anna De Bailleul]

I have just ordered a Pocket Rocket for short trips into the mountains. I have been using a Trangia for some years and wondered if anyone has had any good/bad experiences with either.

[elperronegro]

Ive used a pocket rocket for many years. have to say its reliable and has stood the test of time. Never let me down, you cant go wrong.

[elperronegro]

Message from Dave P.....................

"Is it possible to post a reply on the Mountain Forum and attach an item (i.e. a photo)?

Subject: MSR Pocket Rocket

I agree, a great little stove. In cold conditions and to counter unstable ground I sometimes take an attachment to isolate the gas cartridge. In my attached photo I've got it off the snow and on my foam sit mat. This seems to help in terms of the gas burning efficiently in cold temperatures. The attachment adds a few grams.

Here's a link to the gadget if you haven't already seen one.
http://www.winfieldsmegastore.com/gelert...cable.html

All the best,
Dave P

[elperronegro]

and here is the photo..........

[Anna De Bailleul]

Thanks Dave P, that add-on for the burner looks good and well priced, however I will road (mountain) test it in it's raw form to start with. Like the tip regarding the gas bottle, will try and emulate that one.

[Anna De Bailleul]

Did a bit of searching last night and found this little gadget...

http://www.snowandrock.com/primus-cartri...oduct/4680

[Tuppers]

Another couple of tips that work with my Primus Eta PackLite:in cold conditions, keep the gas cartridge in your pocket for 10 minutes and then turn it upside down when connected to the stove.

[La Gringa]

Hi Anna,

I have used my pocket rocket for the past 10 years without a problem. I use the plastic legs (similar to the ones you found) on uneven or cold ground and it works great. I keep thinking it will pack in soon so I got a Crux Optimus as a back-up but P.R. is still cooking my dinner OK....a great purchase...you won't regret it

[Anna De Bailleul]

(02-05-2012 07:06 PM)elperronegro Wrote:  Message from Dave P.....................

"Is it possible to post a reply on the Mountain Forum and attach an item (i.e. a photo)?

Subject: MSR Pocket Rocket

I agree, a great little stove. In cold conditions and to counter unstable ground I sometimes take an attachment to isolate the gas cartridge. In my attached photo I've got it off the snow and on my foam sit mat. This seems to help in terms of the gas burning efficiently in cold temperatures. The attachment adds a few grams.

Here's a link to the gadget if you haven't already seen one.
http://www.winfieldsmegastore.com/gelert...cable.html

All the best,
Dave P

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Hi Dave P, I gave myself a week of denial, then I bought said attachement....