Ocelot MAX, a windscreen for larger pot – BPL Special

Strange that for the 0 mph wind case it takes more fuel with the windscreen on (8.7 grams) than without (7.6 grams).

Like everything there are tradeoffs. This design is tricky as it is designed to work with all larger pots: basically, a big flat horizontal surface. To block the ambient wind from disturbing the flame, you have to create a torturous airflow path to the flame. At low wind speed (up to 2 mph) it is better to leave the windscreen off and let the hot gases flow up the sides of the pot. At higher wind speeds, the torturous pathway becomes a benefit. At 8 mph, the Pocket Rocket will not boil water in less than 30 to 40 minutes. With the Ocelot MAX it will boil 2 cups in less than 3 minutes and only using about 15 g of fuel. I hope that makes sense.