Fire Maple Polaris - Watch This Before Buying Any Other Stove
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- čas přidán 5. 08. 2022
- In this video I review the Polaris pressure regulated gas stove from Fire Maple
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Package Contents
Stove with Piezo Igniter
Hard anodized aluminum pot with Neoprene Cover
Tritan Lid with Silicone Knob
Pot Stand
Canister Stand
Mesh Bag
Specifications
Power: 1800W | 6142 BTU/h
Weight: 1lb 7oz / 652g
Diameter: 4 7/8” / 124 mm
Height: 7 1/8” / 181mm
Comparison Systems
MSR WindBurner - $220.00
Not pressure regulated
1000ml (max fill 600ml
JetBoil Sumo - $185.00
Pressure regulated
Similar size
Primus Lite XL - $170.00
Similar size
Not pressure regulated
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I watched this and many other reviews, and ended up getting one. Thank you for the detailed information. A couple things to add re: the pot support: turn it upside down and put it on the stove and you can use a very small pot, such as a moka pot; turn it upside down and put it in the pot with an inch or so of water, and you can steam bake in your GSI Glacier cup that you bring with you nested on your Nalgene bottle. Re fuel use, I've found 1 - 12 oz boil is about 5 grams (for coffee). Cooking/simmering 1/4 cup lentils I'm using 11 grams. This equates to (conservatively) 7-8 days out of a 220 gram canister. Another tip: if you put the stove in the pot with the igniter 90° to the handle rivets, the stove easily slides in and out, it the igniter points to the rivets, the outer ring of the stove will get hung up on the rivets (the stove id slightly out of round). Finally, a folded swedish dishcloth fits between a 220g canister and the pot, which keeps things from rattling around. Enjoy!
Great tips. I will give them a try. Thanks for commenting
This video was exactly what I was looking for. Thanks for your detailed explanation. I couldn't decide on which product but now I know I want the Fire Maple Polaris
I am sure you will be happy with it. Thanks for commenting
Fine demo and chat, I've run a MSR REACTOR for years never failed. Thank you for your time and dedication......ATB M8
Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for commenting
Have this stove. Used it a few times on winter trips last season. I was pretty impressed with its performance on those cold mornings before I fired up the hot tent stove.
Great review!
Glad you enjoyed the review. Thanks for commenting
This looks exactly like the Stryker stove system from Camp Chef. I’ve had mine a couple years and love it. Thanks for the video and your great reviews.
I agree. Very similar looking. It does not appear that the Stryker uses a gas-regulated stove. Thanks for commenting
Hi Mark, much appreciation with all your outdoor / gear videos. Recently I've purchased the Polaris cooking system and a X2 pot stand. I modified the pot stand by grinding down a notch inside the stand so the ignition rod of the Polaris stove can fit. I believe that it works quite well.
Interesting. I have the X2 as well. I will see how they fit for me. Thanks for commenting
I have been using the Fire Maple FMS-X1 stove for several years. Same quality as Jetboil and Primus for much less money.
Great review!
Glad you liked the video. I now have two of the other Fire Maple cook systems I will be reviewing. Such great value for sure. Thanks for commenting
Just ordered my coffee Friday. they ship to the US! cant wait to try it!
Good to know they ship to the US. Thanks for commenting
Great review Mark, really enjoyed it. I was going to buy the OEX all in one system until I watched your video, you’ve convinced me to buy this system instead, many thanks
I am sure you will be very happy with it. I am. Thanks for commenting
So funny this vid came up this morning. Just yesterday I looked for a system similar to this. I wanted something that would make coffee for me and a few friends on my trip to the Catskills next month. I ended up ordering the ATEPA brand 1.8 L from Walmart at 1/2 the price of the Firemaple. Wish I had seen this vid yesterday - lol. I would love to own the MSR, but wow the price!!! It's on my wish list. Good to know about the gas regulater on the Firemaple. Thank you for the demo!!!
I see a good number of this style cook system for sale. I am sure they all work reasonably well. I really like this pressure regulated stove enough to try yet another one to be reviewed soon. Thanks for commenting
Great Test Of This Mark ! We Use Ours All The Time When We Stop For A Break, Awesome Unit This Is Thanks For Sharing This With Us ! ATB T God Bless
Most welcome. Thanks for commenting Terry
Fire Maple one liter heat exchanger pot 180g @ $23
Fire Maple titanium remote stove 103g @ $35
Excellent combination
There is no heat loss and when you burn it at a low flame (hold your hand at the side of the pot) and the gas usage is minimal so the simmer is superb
I use the titanium foil windshield which weighs almost nothing but adds to the performance
I cook real food like lentils, so I soak them then cook using a cozy
I used it for six weeks in Scotland staying in bothies
It is very stable and easy to use in a tent vestibule in poor weather
8 oz gas can and the stove both pack into the pot
No need for the more expensive nesting system
I am now testing the Fire Maple Polaris remote canister stove and FM 1L pot. I like them very much but the combo is not the same as the integrated cook system. Thanks for commenting
Thanks for sharing your great video I had one just like thit is 1 of the best stoves I've everobot the quality is absolutely 1st class
I so agree. Fire Maple is got some of the very best kit. Thanks for commenting
Great review! Probably going to pick it up due to the handle and gas efficiency.
We’ll earned sub.
This is a great piece of kit for sure. Thanks for commenting
I to use an inverted method of brewing with the aero press 😁. It's better because the coffee doesn't drip before using the plunger 🤗. Thanks for reviewing the fire maple stove Mark. Always wanted to know how they perform.
And thank you for reviewing the aero press. Thanks to you i can enjoy even better coffee ☕ cheers Mark
I have many videos using the AeroPress. My favourite way to make coffee. Thanks for commenting
Yep looks like a good piece of kit. And $75 less expensive than the Jetboil. Definitely worth purchasing if you’re looking for that type of stove. Thanks for sharing. Take care and stay safe.
Totally agree. Thanks for commenting
Looking at all these systems,I was drawn to the Bulinbl_100, which has 3800 w power,a pot of 1.5 ltr and windproof platform.Recieved after they started with a metal mesh top,and mine is "more normal". Purchased approx 4 months ago here in states,for 64$us,30$ for stove,34$ for pot,that has collapsible handle.Am very pleased with both quality and price!I enjoy your shows,your patience is appreciated
Cool. I just reviewed the Bulin stove and pot combo. Great value. Thanks for commenting
Thanks for the review Mark. I think I am gonna pick this up.
I am sure you will love it. Thanks for commenting
So after watching the reviews and looking at the options like jet boil and for the price… it just made sense to give this one a go. Evevn though indo more overlanding this is still a good option for when I go beyond base camp for a tight or two
Yes, I agree. It is the one Iike using most. Thanks for commenting
Good looking stove and review , thanks for sharing , God bless !
Most welcome. Thanks for commenting
Thank you Mark. I've been wanting one of these but I was wary because I had never heard of the brand before. I went ahead and purchased one based on this review. I appreciate how detailed this review and demonstration is.
I am sure you will be happy with it. Thanks for commenting
G'day Mark, a lot to like there mate; price, even better. I do have their unregulated remote unit and I'm really happy with it for my elevation/climate. Only real question for me is whether to try out an all in one system. If I do decide to go down that track, this will be the one. Thanks for showing it.
Cheers Duke.
Hey Duke. Yes, of all the combo cook systems, this one has a lot to offer. Thanks for commenting
I do not own a Jet Boil stove but have used one at a Scout Camp, They do Boil water fast, but they do not simmer that well which I understand the one you tested does. I have recently acquired a no name gas burner for my Trangia cook set and will be testing that out.
I believe it is the pressure regulator that allows this one to simmer so well. I have the Bulin copy of the Trangia gas burner. Works well but does not appear to sit in the various setups quite as well as the original. Much cheaper though. Thanks for commenting
I have the Sterno setup not pressurized. Uses stereo can but I use solid tablets or a alcohol stove for the source. It's got the radiator system works for me only 35 US when I got almost 10years ago. Like that additional pan option yours has. God Bless Mark.
I have been looking everywhere for the Sterno Inferno. I think it may be discontinued. Thanks for commenting
@@MarkYoungBushcraft Your welcome yeah not sure about that. Maybe Amazon?? Got mine at Walmart good luck
Good review (and useful comments from viewers!).
Thanks, Mark! Oh, I did look up the country of manufacture for the Jetboil, and they are manufactured in the USA. Also, the MSR Windburner uses a titanium pot, which is non-reactive and can't be scraped off with metal utensils and accidentally ingested like nonstick coatings and, to a lesser extent, hard anodized treatments can (and who knows what chemicals or heavy metals are used in the anodizing process?).
Thank you for the info on the MSR and Jetboil
Jetboil is NOT made in the USA. They use to be, but not now. Jetboil was bought out in 2012 and are now manufactured in China.
I have the Windburner which has also pressure regulation and never fails ind cold condition with his radiant burner. There are also bigger Pots for this System. It is not as fast as the "Jetboil" System, but gas consumption is also less. But i would also buy a Fire Maple X5 System instead of a Jetboil one, the Craftmanship of Fire Maple Products is great! (I own another few Pans form this Brand, some they have also Heat Exchanger.)
Right on. I have a few more items from Fire Maple to review. I also have a couple more videos on them if you are interested. Thanks for commenting
Hello sir, nice review and comparison, i was planning on buying the older version of the firemaple back in 2018, and if the polaris was in existence back then, then i would have not hesitated on purchasing the system. Pressure regulator is now the trend if you want to have an even flame no matter what the condition of the canister. I believe they have the MARS RADIANT stove already i hope you can review that as well. BTW, the MSR windburner is pressure regulated and boils 250cc of water in 1.5mins even in the storm- making it the top of this category of stoves but very pricey. You can already buy 3 FM Polaris with the price of 1 MSR WB!
I will be reviewing the MARS radiant stove soon. So far I really like it. Thanks for commenting
I see a lip around the burner head. I suspect that when used with the adapter ring it makes things a bit more efficient and with the included pot substantially more wind resistant similar to the MSR Pocket Rocket Deluxe with its concave burner and raised lip.
Yes, exactly. The two are very similar in basic design. Thanks for commenting
If this system had been available years ago when I bought my Jetboil Flash, I would definitely have considered it. As it is, I can't justify getting it because I have the Jetboil -- which is not regulated, and less wind resistant (though I do also have the pot/frypan adapter). I've had it for most of a decade, so I've definitely got my money's worth out of it, but it works so I can't justify replacing it.
[Also, this might be a bit OCD, but you didn't point out that you can pull down on the lower bead of the lid latch to get it out of the way while you're cooking...]
Nothing wrong with keeping a good working piece of kit. Good pick up. Guess I should point that out some time. Thanks for commenting
Too bulky and heavy for me but I do like it, something to consider if my needs change. I especially like that you can fit an 8oz canister
It is bigger than a number of other integrated systems. More for 2 plus people. I now have a smaller 1L pot from Fire Maple I am testing. Loving it so far. Thanks for commenting
I have a Jetboil system. I was considering buying my 4 adult children fire maple systems for Christmas this year. I greatly appreciate your thorough review. Sadly, Fire Maple lost me at anodized aluminum. They will have my business when they offer titanium since I am paranoid about aluminum. Thank you!
I didn't realize Jetboil is titanium. Thanks for commenting
I think there all aluminum in jet boil
Hi Mark - I am interested in the Fire Maple Saturn stove. We do mostly car camping so weight is not an issue. It is fast - 1 L in just a little over 2 min. apparently, but am especially interested in fuel efficiency.
The Saturn is an interesting stove with impressive specs. I have not tested it but it looks ideal for your planned use. Although it does not have an integrated pot with heat exchanger to help with efficiency, I would think the body being made of stainless steel would help reflect a lot of heat back towards the pot. I may ask FM to send one for me to test. Thanks for commenting
Thanks for the information and demo. Something about these burners. If the self lighting capability fails, can it be lit manually with a match? Also, a few of them have very poor heat control. I really appreciate you telling us about the control and that you can simmer. This looks great actually. The larger size is an advantage to me. Thanks again!
Yes, you can light the stove with a match or lighter. It is a bit tricky doing it with the pot on as you have to light it through the heat exchanger. Much easier to light the burner first, then place the pot on. Thanks for commenting
I thought you should always light it first via the igniter or a match before putting the pot on...something to do with possible accumulation of the gas within that small chamber or something...
Nice System
Thanks for commenting my friend
Looks like a really good cook system at a fair price but my concern with this type of design is the stability and safety of a tall pot mounted on the canister like this, hence my cook systems are mainly remote/alpine style stove setups the exceptions are my SOTO windmaster and Amicus which I use for my lightest and most compact kit.
I now have the Fire Maple Polaris remote canister stove I am testing. So far it is working great. Thanks for commenting
@@MarkYoungBushcraft You have been very prolific with your reviews and other videos which is great.
Hopefully you will make a video on the Polaris remote stove, looks very like a SOTO fusion trek.
would be interested in a versus review against the Bulin S2400 1 5L pot and BL100 B15 Gas Stove. Key things for me for the Bulin so far are height stability differences especially in a tent with small vestibule. seen your review of both stoves but would welcome your thoughts for a) backpack boil in bag one pot cooking B) breakfast options
Thanks for the suggestion. I have just put a comparison video on my list to make. For simple boiling or boil-in-bag meals the Bulin will serve well would the Fire Maple. For cooked in the pot meals I lean toward the Fire Maple as it has a bit more flame control. Thanks for commenting
You might be able to drill some small holes in the lid. Great video.
Oh yes, for sure. Kind of hoping the message was getting to Fire Maple😉. Thanks for commenting
I hope you also review.the other two polaris model that they have...both are pressure regulated.
Yes, I am testing the remote canister version now. Thanks for commenting
@@MarkYoungBushcraft thank you sir...will wait for that one...
Hi Mark!!!thanks for the video!!!in your opinion Better this or the Fixed star 2 model? I don't know what to choose
Thanks in Advance
Depends on you budget. Both are good systems. The Polaris has a more efficient stove for use in cold weather. Thanks for commenting
Great thank you all clear!!
How does this stove fix a cold canister? Pressure inside the canister will be super low in cold weather and thats why you use gas canisters inverted in the winter right?
I have another video on using gas canisters in cold weather. The short answer is, (and I am not very good at technical) the regulated burner has a larger diameter feed tube (proper name eludes me) from the canister to the jets. This allows more gas to pass through. The pressure is then regulated to keep too much gas from passing through. Hope this helps
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Thanks for commenting
It would be interesting to see a fry pan version of this.
That would be interesting. I have used a small pan on this setup but it is not integrated. Thanks for commenting
That wouldn't be necessary as a frying pan dosnt need to be blasted with heat
Just drill some holes for straining 😂
good suggestion
I like my Polaris, doesn't look anything like that:). they should come up with their own stove name! no trademark law in China?
I am curious, what stove named Polaris do you have? Thanks for commenting
@@MarkYoungBushcraft Optimus Polaris multifuel stove. even burns jet fuel should hour plane crash :)
The reactivity of Aluminum used for cookware issue has not been resolved. Until this stove is built with Titanium or SS, I will not be buying or using this stove.
Thanks for commenting