Ditching fuel bottles for flames is the ultimate expression of simplicity and self-sufficiency. A longtime white gas devotee, it took a canoe camping trip with traditionally inclined friends to open my eyes to the pleasure and practicality of cooking with fire. Forget stone rings and scout juice—an effective camp kitchen is low-impact and reliable in any weather. Get started with this simple kit, and you’ll be surprised how easy it is to make the switch.
Littlbug Senior Stove
A small company with a big conscience, Littlbug manufactures these stoves in Bemidji, Minnesota. Inventor Kent Hering’s clever collapsible design is all about rugged simplicity. The durable stainless steel panels assemble in seconds and nest together for easy storage in your hatch. Vastly more efficient than an open flame, the stove boils water quickly on its stable cooking platform. Even better, it’s totally idiot-proof: no more leaky pumps, clogged jets or spilled fuel—just don’t forget your matches.
$56.95 | www.littlbug.com
This gear review first appeared in the Spring 2015 issue of Adventure Kayak magazine.
