2.2 ounce stove system

I like it Kyle. Super light, but probably likely to get crushed along the way. Google "Caldera Cone Keg H" and you can see a similar version with an anti-crush case. I think total weight is 6 or 7 ounces. It's a good stove for boiling water but I have found if I don't use the case the windscreen tends to get seriously banged up in the pack.

never mind

Hal- Thanks, I usually keep it on the outside of my Ohm and it's usually fine. It has fuel in it and fork and it usually stays pretty in tact from my experience. Maybe I'll look for some sort of casing like you suggested in the future.

Tim-
What do you mean "never mind"?

i had a comment but answered my own question, so never mind.

-Tim

I'd just be worried about the jagged edge. Can you smooth it down or fold it over? No need to invite gushing wounds in the backcountry.

Alright. And yea, I cut the edges in a curved way so that they wouldnt poke, but still maybe slice? But I think it is very unlikely. Fair trade in my opinion for the weight. It was just kind of an idea floating around in my head. You could also not even take the Fosters windscreen and just use aluminum foil?

The Foster's windscreen would be much more durable than aluminum foil, but its just the whole sharp edge thing. The only sharp edge I have in the backcountry is my knife. But, ya can't beat the weight and price of your setup!

Yea, I appreciate it. I guess I'll just have to be SUC in the backcountry =(Super Ultra Careful). :)

I like it a lot, especially if you've got a method down that protects it. It also seems like each of these components is fairly reliable even if (moderately) damaged. Everything can pretty much be bent back into usable shape in the field given the simplicity. That counts for a lot.

I do have a question though…

That can is gonna be hot! How are you going to pick it up?

Thank you Nicholas.

Travis- why, my multi-use bandana of course!

Ah, just making sure you've got a plan! : )

OH yea, learned that lesson the HARD way. :/

Yeah, the first time I used my titanium cup as my pot, I learned a lesson or two. The handles weren't too hot, but I just didn't think about the rim where I put my lip on. OUCH!

Since you gave a choice I was going to go with random gibberish, but decided on a comment instead.:P

Perfect dirtbag hiker setup. Simple design, don't worry about dents, low budget. I like it.

Hey Kyle,
George here makes some mighty fine-lookin' stoves. I just ordered his Gram Weenie. Worth a look at least, and here's why:

I went looking for an alcohol stove that would work well for my Snow Peak 450 mug. Its small in diameter, so most stoves would shoot the flames out over the sides, like in your picture. (not tryin' to diss your setup BTW). The Gram Weenie seemed to fit the bill.

Like I said, I'm not trying to take away from your DIY project, but just throwing more options out there. Here's the link to the thread I started:

http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/forums/thread_display.html?forum_thread_id=28627

Another option.
If you want a short 24oz fosters can, with more of a freindly cup lip, a good way to do it is cut it down and epoxy on a 24oz Heineken can top.

Fit over it perfectly for a 2 cup boiler.

Also fits inside a short country time lemonade container which makes it crushproof, but the container is a bit heavy. It does however work for a cup, measuring (lid is marked) and for bag cooking food inside.

Here is one I made a while back. I made this one upside down so it would fit into another type container, but it will fit in the short country time lemonade container with the normal fosters bottom.

Thats silicone rescue tape around the top of the can.

This entire rig weighs 4oz less the fuel bottle
and less the two face to face cups with the yellow ring around..

It looks like you've got a solid system set up for you. I dig it. At first I was thinking I'd kill myself on those edges (knowing thats about how pretty of a job I'd do as well) but since you wrap it up in a bandana when you're not using it seems like you have it worked out.

I'm into it

Thanks everyone. I've heard of the lemon aid container as a case. I prefer my bandana though. Maybe I'll use a modd pringles can? anyway, here are some more pics to confirm.

It’s easy to get a nice, smooth edge to a cut-off can.

Rather than hacking away at the can with a knife, or even using scissors, I find the easiest way is to simply score with a sharp blade (Stanley or craft knife), and then tear along the score line.

Have a look at my article on making alcohol burners for photos.

Nice article Kevin! I know that design has been shown all over, but your photos and personal techniques were appreciated.

Glad you liked it, Jared. As I said in the article, it's not new, and I don't claim any novelty for the methods, but I was trying to collect them in a clear, concise article.

As always, I found things I'd improve in the method, and my description, after the article was published. One problem of being an obsessive-compulsive perfectionist…

Do not use drill, use your hands to make hole.

Thanks Timo. I tried your method of cutting the top off of a 24 oz. beer can. Works well for pasta dishes I've found.