The MSR PocketRocket 2 Ultralight Backpacking and Travel Stove is hands down one of the ultimate options for those seeking a truly ultralight cook system.
The PocketRocket 2 is exceptionally tiny, but it packs a serious punch that makes it almost as effective for cooking as many larger sized, more cumbersome stove options. It’s total weight is only 2.6 ounces – yes you read that correctly. Collapsed, the PocketRocket 2 is two by two by three inches, engineered to be remarkably compact and able to fit essentially anywhere.
This purchase includes a tiny little carry case that brings the total weight to 4.2 ounces. This stove is they stove for those who need to maximize pack space and minimize weight, but still want a stove with high cook strength.
The PocketRocket will boil a liter of water in as little as three and a half minutes, so it’s not messing around despite its comically tiny size. You can effectively adjust the flame to a simmer for certain dishes or blast the heat when you want to saute some veggies or meat.
The PocketRocket 2 runs on isobutane-propane fuel canisters and is quite fuel-efficient considering its strength. The canisters are self-sealing and available in most countries, although are sometimes hard to find compared to more standard propane or butane. The advantage of this fuel source however is longer cooking times and an even more compact profile.
Although it’s exceptionally small, the folding pot-supports can fit a fairly wide array of pots and pans. Those seeking an option for heating larger cookware however should look elsewhere.
Operation and maintenance of the PocketRocket is just as simple as it’s inherent design – there is no priming, preheating or pressurizing required with utilizing this stove, just fire it up and get cooking! The brand has not integrated a piezo igniter, but it’s still a breeze to get going!
For the minimalist camp cooker who’s searching for an ultralight stove that still packs a punch, look no further, the PocketRocket 2 is up for the task!