Cooking & Eating

Featuring a 5mm stainless steel blade with a black-oxide finish, this hatchet easily chops firewood and cuts branches. Quick action rope cutter on the back of the blade and multi-sized hex wrenches (3/8″, 9/16″, and 11/16″) integrated into blade design. Paracord handle wrap provides secure grip and unwraps to over 8’ of cordage. Convenient wrist lanyard provides an additional 1.6’ of cord. Includes flint/magnesium fire starter and nylon sheath. 9.7”x3.4”x.75”. Weighs 10 oz.

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A very effective low-priced outdoor lighter. A piezo-electric ignition intensely generates enough concentrated heat to light just about anything, in any weather. O-ring sealed top and impact resistant body with lanyard ring. Refillable. Colors vary.

A cigarette lighter sized torch that is packable in your tool or emergency kit. An adjustable flame, piezo electronic one button ignition, and windproof burner make it handy to use. The ten minute continuous burn time between refills is longer than it sounds. Excellent for working with heat shrinkable tubing in your garage. You can even solder with it. Very high quality. Made in Japan. Gadgets, gadgets, gadgets.

Fuel used for the JetBoil Personal Cooking System.

A Coffee Press addition for the JetBoil Personal Cooking System.

Sometimes the sizzle and pop of a steak over an open fire out-serenades a hissing stove. Made of chrome-plated steel, this foldable 12"×6.5" grill is great for when you have something meaty, like steaks, chops, or fish, and want to sear ‘em over a fire. This grill is perfect for spanning said fire and supports medium sized pots and skillets. Folds flat for out of the way packing. Comes with a rugged Cordura storage bag which keeps everything else clean when packed away for travel. 10 oz.

Channel your inner caveman. Use small spark, make big fire, ugh. Scrape a knife or the included striker down the length of the FireSteel rod to release a massive a shower of 5400°F sparks. No worries about damp matches or a lighter running out of fluid. If you can’t start a fire with this tool…well, then you probably shouldn’t be playing with fire anyway. Timeless back-to-basics fire starting tool works even when the conditions are wet and cold to ignite a stove, paper, dry grass or any dry tinder. Twenty years from now it will still work perfectly, too. Firesteel is 3.5”x1”x.75”, metal striker is 2.75”x1”. The lanyard measures 7” long for easy carrying or securing to a garment, bag or other gear.

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“The sparks from a well-struck flint and steel can be seen for much more than a mile.”
-- ‘The Art of Rough Travel’, 1872, by English explorer Sir Francis Galton, republished edited by Kitty Harmon, 2006

And these luddite fire starting kits are also legal to carry thru TSA checkpoints. It’s no small satisfaction to know that one can always make a big fire in a few moments, regardless of where one is. TSA signage says ‘no matches, no Bic lighters, no ____ of any kind’ with a cute row of about ten ‘prohibited:’ icons. But flint & steel sets aren’t shown. And now you know what’s in my carry-on...

-- Mr. Subjective (2013)

Ultra-efficient all-in-one design combining cooking vessel and burner in one compact system. Transfers about twice the heat output of conventional camping stove-and-pot combinations—so your minestrone, chowder, coffee or ramen will boil faster on less fuel.

The 1 L mug-shaped cooking cup is wrapped in an insulating cozy and features a unique color-changing heat indicator to signal when the contents are hot. Add the optional Pot Support/Stand which stow securely inside the unit for added versatility. A built-in piezo electric igniter and heat exchanger brings water to a boil in minutes. Space-saving design allows everything to nest inside the cup for convenient storage.

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The epitome of German efficiency, this lightweight, ultra-compact Pocket Stove has been a capable cooking appliance used worldwide for the past 75 years. Rugged structured steel sides flip open into two lockable positions for stable support and concentrated heat delivery to your cooking pot or fry pan. Esbit® solid fuel tablets store inside the diminutive 3”x4”x.75” self-contained case, burning for 13 minutes each and delivering enough heat to boil a pint of water in less than 8 minutes. When the cooking is done, extinguish the tab and re-light it with the next use. Ideal for boiling liquids or cooking up a quick, light meal. Adding a piece of heavy duty foil for use as a windscreen or ground reflector makes this the ultimate minimalist travel stove. 3.75 oz. Includes six - .5 oz. solid fuel tablets.

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Includes twelve - .5 oz. solid fuel tablets for use with the Pocket Stove (#4131).

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Timeless design. This stove was introduced in 1955, still sets the standard for compact outdoor cooking equipment. Made of solid brass, there is no design obsolescence with this neat little stove, it just works. Only 19 oz, it features an aluminum lid that doubles as a small cooking pot. This single burner will boil a quart of water in about 7 minutes, with a full fuel tank providing up to 50 minutes of flame. 19 oz. 3.9"×5.1".

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A hybrid-fuel stove that delivers the convenience of canister fuel and switches easily over to liquid fuels for longer trips, cold-weather and international use. Burns canister fuel, white gas, kerosene or unleaded gasoline and delivers outstanding performance with all fuel types. The lightest stove in it’s class, offering excellent stability and simple maintenance. Includes stove, fuel pump, windscreen, heat reflector, canister stand, small-parts kit, instructions and stuff sack. Fuel canister and Fuel bottle not included.

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20 oz fuel bottle for the WhisperLite Universal Stove

Packs flat, weighs less than 12 oz and is fueled by any dry sticks or debris you find nearby. Constructed of rugged 304 stainless steel, it is durable and comes with a lifetime warranty. Includes cross-bar adapters for securely holding the weight of any pot or pan without wobble. Natural fuel burning capabilities mean no messy or bulky fuel bottles to carry with. Sets up easily and is perfect for cooking anywhere, anytime. Made in the USA. 11.45 oz. 4.5”x5.5”x3.5”.

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Jet-like precision flame reaches temperatures up to 1300ºC and has a lock on flame that makes it a handy pocket blow-torch which can withstand up to 10 minutes of continuous use. Soft rubber coating makes it easy and comfortable to grip. Uses ‘clean burn’ technology so it can melt synthetic materials without depositing black carbon. Multitude of everyday, emergency and on-the-road uses including emergency repairs, cut and seal para rope and blast rust from metal. Work up to 12,000 ft altitude. 3”x1.2”.

Oxygen is nature’s gasoline and is the key to wet weather fire starting. This lightweight, collapsible fire bellowing tool, compresses and focuses air directly into the heart of a fire. The byproduct of this is extra heat which is the key to starting a fire with soaking wet fuels in wet conditions. Collapses from 21" to 3.5". .75 oz.

More than just an extremely sharp, flexible and sturdy all-around knife, but the handle also contains a fire starter integrated into the end cap of the handle. Hardened stainless steel half-tang fixed 3.9” blade with a comfort grip rubberized handle. Durable polypropylene sheath protects the blade while stored and includes a clip for wearing or storing nearby for easy access. One knife with many uses, you can clean a fish, remove a splinter, split kindling...and light a campfire with one handy tool. 8.7” overall length. 3.3 oz. Black or Green.

Ultra-light weight Titanium wood burning cook stove, folds to a slim, compact size for easy storage. Individual panels are hinged and snap easily into place for quick set-up and take down. Durable construction for long-life use. Conical shape focuses heat upward for quick efficient cooking, using any available wood, bark, sticks or dry grass. Hinged access door opens for air control and easy re-fueling. Includes nylon carrying case. 5”x4”. 4.1 oz.

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A lighters’ equivalent to converting a Cessna into an F-16…drop an ordinary disposable lighter into the cartridge, click the electron ignition and hear the low roar of this Pocket Torch as the super-fine centralized blue flame burns at up to 2300° F. This lightweight, simple to use, wind/water resistant burner is useful around camp for starting fires, lighting stoves, melting frayed ends of webbing straps, cutting rope or even emergency brazing and soldering. Each disposable lighter fuel cell (not included), can be acquired at nearly any road-side stop and provides up to 20 minutes of burn time. Very cool…um, er, hot. 4.3”x2.4”x.9”. 1.8 oz.

A waterproof key-ring canister housing a fully working lighter that is ready to ignite at your command. Attach to your key-ring for essential outdoor use. Refill with standard lighter fuel. 1.8”x.6”x.6”.

Look, in your pack, it’s a bird, it’s a plane... nope, but it is a BOT. A what? A mix between bottle and pot, made from lightweight, high strength 100% biocompatible titanium, so you won’t get any of the metallic taste transferred by other metal storage containers. The 700 ml volume is perfect for rehydrating a freeze-dried meal or screw on the watertight lid to carry your beverage of choice along on the next ride. Foldaway handles, graduated measurements and ability to use it directly over a stove or open flame make it a handy roadside companion. Compact for easy packing. 4.1”X4.8” outer dimensions. Weights just 4.4 oz.

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Small size with big performance, these are the same lightweight, minimalist tools issued by the U.S. military for decades. Time-tested for toughness, dependability and for making quick work offing the lid on a can of tuna or beans. Made from nickel plated, hardened carbon steel, the blade folds flat for storage and will stay sharp for years. Sold in pairs. Attach to keychain, lanyard or tuck one in to any pocket or bag. 2"×.8".

Versatile: A smooth desk for your in-tent postcard and journal writing. A workbench for field repairs. An insulator for hot laptop computer bottoms. A cutting board for meat, bread, and veggie prep. A filet surface for fresh panfish. A card or game table. A windbreak for a cook stove. A fan for getting a pile of wet wood blazing hot. A paddle for whenever you’re up the creek without one. An 8.5"×11"×.25" radiused Lexan board, which is about the optimum size for this kind of thing.

A fry pan makes a great addition on any trip, especially if you love burgers or sizzling panfish. This lightweight aluminum pan is non-stick coated and transfers heat well. The spiral-turned base grips stoves and grills securely and the cool grip wire handle swings inside the pan for compact storage. Just the right size for the job and packs easily with your kitchen kit. 12.8 oz, 8.6".

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Crafted from pure titanium, this 34 oz/1 liter bottle is a tougher, lighter, stronger, safer and more functional beverage container. Wide mouth opening compatible with common water filters and accessories, individually machined geometric shaped lid for easier opening, even with gloves or cold fingers. Unwind the 7 foot braided paracord attaching the lid to the bottle for use as a safety rope, improvised fishing line, splint for a broken tent pole or a myriad of other uses. Food grade silicone o-ring seals liquid in tight. Completely biocompatible for leach-free, flavor-free and corrosion-free peace of mind. Place bottle directly over stove or fire to heat or boil water too. Hand washing is recommended. 5.5”x3.3”. 9.8 oz.

As you stare into a mesmerizing campfire on a damp evening you might want a sip of Scotch. This is the way to carry it. Any distilled spirit you carry here has a higher intoxicant density per ounce (or volume) than beer. Don’t worry where the nearest store or tavern is. Travel light (and don’t drink and ride).

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Made strong enough to be practically bullet proof. Very suitable for moto-campings everyday knocks and bounces. The wide opening and graduations on the side make it easy to mix drinks and soups. Guaranteed leakproof. Resistant to staining and retaining odors. Extremely tough. One liter (8.25"×3.25").

Make any drink a “Lite.” This .4 liter cup has folding wire handles for convenience and a rolled rim. A tough and durable featherweight at 1.9 oz. (3.25"×3.25").

Transporting fresh, crisp, clean tasting beverages is of tantamount importance to any expedition. These wide mouth bottles make it easy to add ice from soft drink dispensers at roadside places, take a drink, and keep clean. They are constructed of 100% 18/8 food-grade stainless steel, providing ultimate protection that’s totally free of BPA and other toxins, and won’t impart any funky flavors to your beverage of choice. Topping the extra-wide mouth opening is a sturdy polypropylene loop-cap, with a stainless interior. The wide opening makes filling and pouring a cinch. The rougher the ride, the better this bottle performs. 27 oz. (10”×2.75”), 40 oz. (10”×3.5”).

Lighter than steel, fresher taste than aluminum and able to boil water on a stove top or directly in the fire, this titanium bottle is the crème de la crème of water receptacles. Drink with confidence knowing that this bottle is 100% safe to drink from, no chemicals leaching from the bottle material, no added liners that will break down over time and no foul plastic taste. The polypropylene loop cap seals tight with an O-ring closure to keep the contents secure on the go Light. Strong. Biocompatible. The ultimate bottle. Weighs 4.6 oz. Capacity 650ml (22 oz.) 10.5"×2.75".

This 16 oz. stainless steel cup was designed to fit right over the end of the 1.0 liter Nalgene bottle with large folding handles on one side and easy to read measuring graduations on the other.

Eat, drink, measure, store and collapse for easy storage with this unique 22 fl. oz. Mug. Silicone mug collapses to 1.7” high disc. Multi purpose folding handle. Sure-sealing clear polypropylene lid securely screws into the rim to keep meals or beverages in. 7.1”x5.4”x1.7”, 7 oz. Green or Blue.

Easy to use and you’ll never a lose a drop with the unique patented silicone funnel integrated to fit neatly under the pure titanium screwtop lid and on top of the body. Flip it up to fill, fold it down to sip. The 8 oz. Flask holds plenty of your favorite beverage and will not impart any unwanted taste, odor or chemicals to taint the purity of your drink - like lesser materials are known to do. The funnel also functions as a perfect spout to easily pour your libation into another container. High quality storage for your favorite spirit, durable to last a lifetime. Make a great gift too. 8 fl. oz. 5.9”x3.7”. Weighs 3.7 oz.

Durable, flexible, and leak-proof, the 1L Collapsible Water Bottle is designed to go with you, everywhere. Packing down to roughly one-fifth the filled size, the flexible design is lighter and easier to carry than hard bottles. Simply remove the cap and squeeze to pop open and twist-n-click to close. The 63mm wide-mouth screw top features an integrated bail-handle and makes it super-easy to fill and clean. Can be frozen or filled with warm water (170ºF max temp). 100% BPA and PVC free. 32 fl. oz., 8.2”x4” (Open), 2.25”x4” (Closed). Weighs 3.1 oz.

Smooth modern styling and durable 18/8 Glacier Stainless Steel construction ensure this will be your go-to beverage container for generations of use. Ergonomic fit for comfortable concealed carry in any pocket, or store in a tankbag or saddlebag for easy access. Tethered polyethylene cap seals tightly to keep contents fresh. Micro fiber storage bag doubles a s a cleaning cloth. Choose 6 fl. oz. - 4"×1.2"×4.8", 7.7 oz., or 8 fl. oz. - 4”x1.2”x5.9”, 9 oz.

Titanium Spoon/Fork/Knife Set is lighter and stronger than comparable Lexan utensils. A full set of cutlery without the weight. Comes with a mini carabiner to keep it all together. Polished finish. Each piece weighs .5oz. Size: 6.3"L (spoon and fork), 7.2" (knife) (160-182mm)