You still have room for a bandana, Swedish Firesteel, and a MSR folding spork in stored inside that kit! Maybe even a small salt shaker.
The bandana is great for clean-up, and has a million other uses. It also reduces the slight rattling of the Brass burner and aluminum stand insde the kit.
You still have room for a bandana, Swedish Firesteel, and a MSR folding spork in stored inside that kit! Maybe even a small salt shaker.
The bandana is great for clean-up, and has a million other uses. It also reduces the slight rattling of the Brass burner and aluminum stand insde the kit.
You still have room for a bandana, Swedish Firesteel, and a MSR folding spork in stored inside that kit! Maybe even a small salt shaker.
The bandana is great for clean-up, and has a million other uses. It also reduces the slight rattling of the Brass burner and aluminum stand insde the kit.
when i use mine, i put more water then i actually need & while the water is heating, use the fry pan on tp to cook or heat things up, the pour some water into a cup for my tea and the remainder for a pack meal or noodles. this way you get the most out of your fuel & frying over the boiling water is a very even heat source. also, best to add just a little water to the fuel, maybe 10%, this prevents smoke and discolorization of your pots. and of coarse adds to the burn time by increasing volume.
trangia is just another option. There may be a day when you can't get a canister for the MSR or propane or white gas. Trangia works good with 151 and 190 proof alcohol, Keep your options open.
Now why would I retire my gas burner for this? I read a lot about how great trangias are but cannot fathom whats so great about that thing. Also if it turns over I imagine a pretty nasty result.
I consider Trangia and other alcohol can type stoves great for day hiking or weekend trips. For extended trips or cooking for more than two, I prefer an MSR Dragonfly and if I'm car/motorcycle camping, nothing beats a Kelly Kettle...if you have the space.
If your happy with your gas burner I sure wouldnt give it up. Trangia stoves are like Ford or Chevy trucks. Everyone has their favorite. I also use Jetboil and about 8 other stoves so I can see your point. I try not to limit myself to one but Trangia stoves are a good little stove. Thanks for your comment !
@Billecbqrp The handiest way to put it out is to use the lid of the burner, just remember to remove the rubber gasket before doing so, cause otherwise it'll melt. The advice I got (from the swedish army) was to always let the burner burn out, because if you re-assemble the stove (with fuel in the burner) your run the risk of the burner leaking, and thus tainting the stove.
I also have this stove. Works okay. However most outdoors people will ABSOLUTELY need an extra windscreen, made from cut-up and glued together coke cans or a can that is just about the right size (should have the same diameter as a CD) ... will fit in the kit.
The pot on the stand looks very unstable......a slight knock and it will topple off? Also, how good is this stove in cold and windy conditions? Alcohol can be difficult to light in cold weather!
If I think I am going to use a bigger pot and need it to be more stable I do this. I have drilled a small hole in the botton of the stove stand and I insert a wodden golf tee in and when I set the stove on the grond I push the tee into the ground and it holds great. Never had trouble lighting it in the winter but it only gets in the teens where I camp.
When I used these in the scouts in the UK in the '80s the pans did get a sticky black coating on them that was really nasty. We were using that purple "meths" fuel they have there. But since using the mini here in the US with denatured alcohol it burns clean. It must be the fuel that makes the difference.
It only works optimally for a few days.... for a single person...
Beyond this short period you must re-supply.
This is my favorite among six or seven stoves I've used in 40 years.....
joe25ification 3 months ago
I bought the Trangia Westwind kit. No problem finding alcohol while backpacking. A Trangia will last a lifetime.
bluemountaindrivepae 4 months ago
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You still have room for a bandana, Swedish Firesteel, and a MSR folding spork in stored inside that kit! Maybe even a small salt shaker.
The bandana is great for clean-up, and has a million other uses. It also reduces the slight rattling of the Brass burner and aluminum stand insde the kit.
Good video!
WisconsinEric 5 months ago
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You still have room for a bandana, Swedish Firesteel, and a MSR folding spork in stored inside that kit! Maybe even a small salt shaker.
The bandana is great for clean-up, and has a million other uses. It also reduces the slight rattling of the Brass burner and aluminum stand insde the kit.
Good video!
WisconsinEric 5 months ago
You still have room for a bandana, Swedish Firesteel, and a MSR folding spork in stored inside that kit! Maybe even a small salt shaker.
The bandana is great for clean-up, and has a million other uses. It also reduces the slight rattling of the Brass burner and aluminum stand insde the kit.
Good video!
WisconsinEric 5 months ago
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nathanshepherd1 7 months ago
I own this kit. I think it's great, but I wish the fry pan was just a little deeper.
MsSpy 11 months ago
Great stove.
nathanshepherd1 11 months ago
the handle thingy is called a billy-grip or "spondonicle" ....
in a Three Stooges sketch Larry asks for a
spondonicle ,,a mock surgical instrument
.
WAPTek2 1 year ago
Shame it's aluminum though.
agun17 1 year ago
when i use mine, i put more water then i actually need & while the water is heating, use the fry pan on tp to cook or heat things up, the pour some water into a cup for my tea and the remainder for a pack meal or noodles. this way you get the most out of your fuel & frying over the boiling water is a very even heat source. also, best to add just a little water to the fuel, maybe 10%, this prevents smoke and discolorization of your pots. and of coarse adds to the burn time by increasing volume.
PHARRAOH 1 year ago
Is that Swedish army surplus? How much did that cost? How much does that weigh and what size is the pot? 1 last question aluminum or stainless pot?
bluemountaindrivepae 1 year ago
Awesome! Thanks for the reply. Do you think that its alcohol out put is good and worth it? And how long is the boil time on a pint of water?
MrSurviveAll 1 year ago
@maxnapierson Yes they are
Billecbqrp 1 year ago
How well does the stove work for you? Im looking for a long lasting good working stove so please reply.
MrSurviveAll 1 year ago
@MrSurviveAll I have used the same one now for 15 years and still love it !! For the price you will pay you will be happy !!
Billecbqrp 1 year ago
i cant seem to get my model lit :( can u give me some advice?
matrules1234 1 year ago
trangia is just another option. There may be a day when you can't get a canister for the MSR or propane or white gas. Trangia works good with 151 and 190 proof alcohol, Keep your options open.
wjf25 1 year ago
Just got a spare simmer ring for mine - ebay item 260562464601 ... now i've got two and use one for 'snuffing' and one for simmering.
VERY HANDY!!!!!
loki1066 1 year ago
y dont the center catch fire instead of the edge?
heli121212 2 years ago
@heli121212
It does initially, then the fuel between the walls heats up and pressurises, forcing fuel in gas form out of the jets, and heating more efficiently.
loki1066 1 year ago
Now why would I retire my gas burner for this? I read a lot about how great trangias are but cannot fathom whats so great about that thing. Also if it turns over I imagine a pretty nasty result.
Stalin111 2 years ago
I consider Trangia and other alcohol can type stoves great for day hiking or weekend trips. For extended trips or cooking for more than two, I prefer an MSR Dragonfly and if I'm car/motorcycle camping, nothing beats a Kelly Kettle...if you have the space.
jntroisi 2 years ago
If your happy with your gas burner I sure wouldnt give it up. Trangia stoves are like Ford or Chevy trucks. Everyone has their favorite. I also use Jetboil and about 8 other stoves so I can see your point. I try not to limit myself to one but Trangia stoves are a good little stove. Thanks for your comment !
Billecbqrp 1 year ago
They gave you 2 thumbs down, but you have a good point man.
Masowai 1 year ago
can anyone tell me where can i purchase this trangia mini 28 without having to order it on line?...
ginostatus 2 years ago
@ginostatus rei
geeyoupee 1 year ago
you can use the bowl to put it out!! nice job
cory8791 2 years ago
THANKS !!
Billecbqrp 1 year ago
@Billecbqrp The handiest way to put it out is to use the lid of the burner, just remember to remove the rubber gasket before doing so, cause otherwise it'll melt. The advice I got (from the swedish army) was to always let the burner burn out, because if you re-assemble the stove (with fuel in the burner) your run the risk of the burner leaking, and thus tainting the stove.
challeable 1 year ago
you get this fuel at any store?
gasdorf 2 years ago
@gasdorf YES any Wal Mart or mom and pop hardware store you can find by the trail. Thanks for the question.
Billecbqrp 2 years ago
I also have this stove. Works okay. However most outdoors people will ABSOLUTELY need an extra windscreen, made from cut-up and glued together coke cans or a can that is just about the right size (should have the same diameter as a CD) ... will fit in the kit.
grapetonix 2 years ago
Is the Fry pan NON-STICK?? That will be the deal cincher for me on this one!
how much are they?
SBPStudio 2 years ago
@SBPStudio NO I wish it was non stick.
Billecbqrp 2 years ago
@Billecbqrp can you use the handle on the pot and what the diameter of the fry pan
wkgm11 1 year ago
@Billecbqrp Yes it is non-stick
nudgabollocks 1 year ago
You can't blow it out. The only way to put it out is to smother the flame. Great question!
Billecbqrp 2 years ago
What if it's windy?
DigitalCard 2 years ago
thanks for uploading this, i'm doing a tour soon and have found this vid very useful :)
nomadicegg 2 years ago
Tidy, Tidy!! you could store it all a multifunction PotPal™ give it a go!
SoulTrampers 2 years ago
been using these stoves for years. very easy to use, simmers nice. so simple even i can use it.
co211 2 years ago
WHERE DID YOU GET THE ALUMINUM POT???
technogeek5509 3 years ago
It comes with the 28 system from Trangia.
Billecbqrp 3 years ago
Yes it does and that is what I use.
Billecbqrp 3 years ago
Amen brother !!
Billecbqrp 3 years ago
The pot on the stand looks very unstable......a slight knock and it will topple off? Also, how good is this stove in cold and windy conditions? Alcohol can be difficult to light in cold weather!
XXsardarXX 3 years ago
If I think I am going to use a bigger pot and need it to be more stable I do this. I have drilled a small hole in the botton of the stove stand and I insert a wodden golf tee in and when I set the stove on the grond I push the tee into the ground and it holds great. Never had trouble lighting it in the winter but it only gets in the teens where I camp.
Billecbqrp 3 years ago
I can't make my mind up, either get the mini-Trangia or the Trangia - 27. I'm going for a 2 week hiking trip.
evolv5 3 years ago
thank you for this review of the Mini Trangia it really helped me make a Decision on what to buy I have got one now and Im very pleased with it
rickmanallen 3 years ago
Glad I could help! Hope you have many years of fun with it as I have. Bill Conway Arkansas USA
Billecbqrp 3 years ago
Glad to hear it!!
Billecbqrp 3 years ago
where did you get that frying pan???
hensindahouse 3 years ago
It is the lid to the Trangia package.
Billecbqrp 3 years ago
When I used these in the scouts in the UK in the '80s the pans did get a sticky black coating on them that was really nasty. We were using that purple "meths" fuel they have there. But since using the mini here in the US with denatured alcohol it burns clean. It must be the fuel that makes the difference.
th3r0nr 3 years ago
You've got to mix the fuel with a bit of water to prevent that.
Whirry 3 years ago
No not one bit. This is a very clean burning fuel. Thanks for the question.
Billecbqrp 3 years ago
Do the pots and pans get black?
pithikoulis 3 years ago
now i want one grrr .... you tube costs me a fortune lol ... nice vid
englandsadventureman 3 years ago
Nice video. It shows the size of this set nicely. Perfect for solo backpacking - I think I'll get one!
th3r0nr 3 years ago
Great video!
Billecbqrp 4 years ago