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I always carry two stoves on all my camp trips. This StormBreaker and the FireBox wood stove. Covers all bases for fire and cooking needs. Thanks for the comment.

Very very good points Morgan. There are tons of camping stoves in the market. Many companies produce updated models from some that are already perfect but with companies, they need to build ever new models to earn revenue. And some with novelties just for sales to keep them afloat and current. Personally, these days, I’m starting to move towards wood burning stoves. I seem to be bringing along with me the FireBox. Wood is always in abundant in forests by means of fallen or dead wood. But I do have issues when the monsoon comes around here in Asia and the wood are damp. That’s where a couple of coal briskets would suffice a good burn. Whatever the issues, it’s good to read of different stoves that suit different cultures and continents. Happy camping and adventures to you. Be safe. Cheers Mike Morgan.

For me I like to work for my fire and enjoy the work put in to pump and get the flame to blue. Like I like making coffee from beans by grinding and brewing instead of from coffee pre powdered bags. It’s the satisfaction of the work put in. But, i agree that in certain scenarios where its freezing rain and a quick hot meal may require a screw on canister and a quick flame for fast meals may brighten the coldest hike or camp. So i guess this stove still has alternatives that fits all situations.

@@gordyguyworld7164 yes that's completely correct. I've tested my MSR Dragonfly to run diesel for a month. I have to clean it through everyday, until I getting bored and tired to clean it. And now it leaves plaque on the jet, also the jet now is really difficult to unscrew. Kerosene also a dirty fuel, I have to clean through the stove every 2 weeks if using kerosene. It's all for testing, to find the best stove for expedition. MSR Dragonfly and Primus Omnilite didn't passed the criteria. I guess MSR XGK-EX is the only suitable stove for expedition, consume all different kind of fuels.

Yes, the pressure in the fuel bottle does drop. But the heat from the stove is super hot and cooking is normally done before the pressure drops to a level that is unusable. One indication to help this is to glance at the red line indicator that shows the pressure for the start of the burn. When it disappears would be a good time to pump. For me i tend to over pump in the beginning. When i pump to the red line, i pump about 6 to 7 more if I know that i will need a prolong cooking period (for large camping group or boiling potatoes for making mash). When the fire is going, you will find that you don’t need to pump as much as you started to get back to the redline for pre-use.

Yes, I understand that Soto US, has labelled as SOD-372, StormBreaker.

I flew into Phuket Thailand 2 months back and instead of looking up a camping store, walked to a neighbourhood gas station and topped up my fuel bottle and had fuel for cooking for my 3 day camp trip. No gas canisters used even if I brought along my canister adapter. Most campsites in Thailand have canisters for sale at their camping permit offices. With spare fuel and donated to someone with a motorbike at the end of the trip. I have to add that you will need to pump the pressure into the fuel bottle to help Vaporise the fuel. Some users find that troublesome, but for me, I like to work for the fire and food i cook for. There is a satisfaction gained.

@@gordyguyworld7164 thank you. I’m a big fan of the Soto Canister stoves.

I’m also aware of the popularity of the StormBreaker. It’s always sold out. A year ago, I had to order the stove combo for my mate through Amazon and was shipped from Yugoslavia. 🤷🏻‍♂️ but worked great and still without any issues.

@@andrewmcgaha9629 When i travel for camping, I always bring two stove systems. The Soto StormBreaker combo and the Firebox. Having a Gas and Wood stoves puts my mind at ease and their compactness doesn’t require me to hunt for specialised camp shops and sometimes out of stock or overpriced fuel solutions.

Have you tested the Soto Stormbreaker with hydrocarbon fuels? (diesel or kerosene or paraffin)

Yes, the bottle neck can easily fill directly from gas station nozzle. Not a problem there. Just remember to fill only 3/4 full. And if you still have remainder after camp trip, the bottle neck is easy to pour back into car or bike tank, so no fuel wasted or shelf extended storage.

Sorry for late reply, was away for a camp trip. Yes, the canister adapter fits nearly all canisters that i tried. Use inverted for best results.

I agree with you. I love Mee Soto too.

Hi Kester, you can go to Amazon.co.jp (Japanese Amazon) they have all the range there and ship to Singapore. It’s available there at this time with many other assessories. I bought mine from Europe when the StormBreaker was sold out in Asia and US markets about two years ago.

As of today 17Apr2022, Japan has halted all international sales on most of their platforms. You could use alternate 3rd party companies. I use ‘ShopNBox’ to purchase items from Japan, Australia, US and Europe. They will resize packages for cheapest delivery or compile several items. You do pay a small surcharge though. Check all avenues and costs before committing.

I didn’t show it but i folded the ground sheet the same way and it all fits well into the tent bag as well. Loads of space

The upgraded difference between the Muka and the StormBreaker is the connector hose and the flame grill. Other than that, the maintenance kit works fine. But a replacement tube should be changed with one advised by SOTO or a professional stove maintenance worker.

Have you tested the Soto Stormbreaker with hydrocarbon fuels? (diesel or kerosene or paraffin)

@@Kang_Guru. It’s not designed for those fuels, only canister gas and white gas.

Totally agree and know how you feel. Interesting idea with the small bicycle pump. I have to go look it up.

Do you have a link or reference to the bike pump mod? I've seen it done with a compressor from Soto's show booth. And I have been looking for a solution like that.

Hey Josh, sorry for late reply, I had to ask a friend of mine who has the Muka. The connector to the liquid fuel tank is identical to the gas canister. The Muka was designed purely for the liquid fuel tank. But engineering setup identical with StormBreaker (evaporating chamber). So technically should work with the gas canister. You would need to invert the canister just like directed in the StormBreaker Soto instructions, so that the liquid gas would be first to enter into the burner. According to my friend, he borrowed the attachment from a friend and it works fine. So, I would say yes, it will work. But i don’t think the makers would approve. You would need to get the gas canister attachment. Just know that mix and match has risks and Soto would rather not take the responsibility of injury due to equipment used in different models if not instructed. So my official answer is… can it be used, Yes. Should you use it? At your risk. Blame it on self inginuity.

Only 20 pumps with my Primus... 90 to a 150 pumps in the mean time I've could have found a proper gas canister. 😉Be prepared for RSI

I have used gas canisters before but have issues searching for some brands while traveling and having a stove where the fuel can be readily available anywhere in the world, regular car gasoline, is a great plus for me and saves time in searching and able to focus on the trip proper. After testing the time to boil with either the gasoline or canister, the difference is so negligible that I mainly base my suitability on accessibility of the fuel. I also use a trangia and a wood stove. But I still come back to the power, fuel availability and speed of this stove system. But it’s true that some campers have weight and space issues, which I agree. Suitable stoves meet certain needs and not a single stove meets every adventure.

@@gordyguyworld7164 It's indeed a flexible stove and relatively compact and light for a white gas/LPG stove, if I had to have only one stove this would be it.

Because they are sheep. Sheep don't reason, they do.

shut up Klaas

When you say the Tartan rug XL, are you referring to the ‘Large camping and walking rug’ which is 170 x 210cm?

Hi Nicki. Yes, The ground sheet I used in the video is also from Decathlon. It’s the “3m x 4m Waterproof Groundsheet for Camping Tents”. You wouldn’t want too large a ground sheet as if the ground sheet extends more than the tent base area, there will be water pooling beneath the tent if it rains. Just enough to protect the tent base material.

Thank you. I’ll certainly get something to “protect “ my investment. Wishing you a great camping season 🙂

Hey Adam, I say what I see. Rendering helps me visualise better and you’re the only one offering it and your professionalism and assistance is appreciated in my commitment to enter into the world of whips. As a beginner, it’s always helpful to have a friendly guidance and to answer all those awkward and silly questions. Just to update, my 11yr old son and I love cracking the 6ft whip and its addictive. We love the whips and thank you for crafting such beautiful and awesome whips.

Well that's the fun part of snow. Best thing to look forward is the meals in the evenings😜

We went up on 7 when it's family time. Nice relax slow decent.