Pathfinder Ti Titanium Canteen Cooking Set Review & Comparing to the competition.

Looking at the Pathfinder Ti Titanium Canteen Cooking Set and comparing it to other popular canteen sets like the Kieth / Heavy Cover Titanium Canteen set and the Pathfinder Stainless Steel Canteen cook set. See how it stacks up against the competition and see why I think this will be my new favorite titanium canteen set.
Stats
The Pathfinder Set 382 g (without the carry case)
Lid 38 g
Small Cup 78 g
Larger Cup 107 g
Canteen 160g
Titanium Thickness is .5 mm
Fit in carry canteen carriers:
The Mother Canteen Carrier and the Helikon-Tex Essential Kitbag are very tight fits and you will have some challenges inserting and removing the canteen set. The best pouch I have found so far is the Helikon-Tex E&E Pouch.
#PathfinderTi #TitaniumCanteen #BoundlessVoyage

[@USMC-bj8hd]

Great review! Thanks for your work & effort. This is a great set, no doubt. I love mine so far. It works great on a fire, with an iso-butane stove, propane stove & even my kitchen stove. My only criticism is the carrier pouch. It needs a lot of work. It fits in it just fine but mine came with a broken snap and it’s just cheap & flimsy overall, in my opinion. This will barely fit in the CLS “Mother” canteen carrier. But it’s not worth the struggle. The outer lips of the canteen, canteen cup & the smaller cup make it almost impossible to get it in the pouch. Getting it out is even more difficult. So that’s a no go. I’m thinking perhaps a Helikon Tex Essential Kit Bag might be the way to go but I won’t know until I get one. Does anyone have have any other ideas? If so please let me know.

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

I have a similar struggle with the Helikon-Tex Essential Kitbag. It fits, but it is not worth the struggle. The Helikon-Tex E&E Pouch is the best fit with only one issue. If you have the curve of the Pathfinder set facing the front of the pouch, the large cup handles tend to slide into the inner front sleeve and prevent the set from going all the way to the bottom of the pouch. The simple solution is to have the curve facing the back when there is no sleeve. This really isn't an issue so far, I will know more as I continue to use the canteen set. If it becomes an issue I could always just cut out the front sleeve and stove the lid under the canteen in the pouch. Thanks for watching and the comment.

[@aml8444]

Maybe I got lucky, but I was actually pleased with my carrier pouch. I have no problems getting the canteen in or out, and the carrier has so far held up well. Not disparaging your experience, just sharing an alternative experience is all. My issue with the set is it doesn’t really fit with any of my gear. None of my rucks are made to accommodate a G.I. Style canteen set. Nor any of my haversacks. All are designed for the bottle style setups. I like this setup, however I am constantly leaving it behind in favor of my bottle style Ti bottle w/ nesting cup.

[@martinmadsen4162]

you should try it in the CLS GMC it is larger than the mother and fits it nicely

[@loganwolf2037]

Holy frkn crap brother. You're a Marine ? As what, a General's buffet chef ? I can cook meals using just about anything. A tin can, aluminum foil, a soda can, a bamboo stalk, a stick. Heck, I can even boil water in a soda bottle. I can even cook on a car engine. I've used my inexpensive Made in AMERICA, U.S. G.I. mess kit for 30+ yrs. Old school is cool school. Don't fall for these (made in china) Ti gimmicks. I also wrote a comment on the forum. GOD Bless you. This Soldier shouts AIRBORNE !

[@prudyskitchen6630]

Beautiful set, I love those butterfly handles.

[@hectoro5144]

Thanks a lot for this review!! You addressed the exact question i had

[@loelclements1634]

Very well done comparison.

[@railwaystationmaster]

Superb review very tempting to acquire this set .

[@wolfbatt]

Very good. I bought both. The canteen kit and mess kit from boundless voyage. The mess kit fits on top of the canteen and the mess kit small dish has an underwire handle. Nice! It’s all fits in a miltec canteen pouch.

[@sirguy104]

Thanks for the review.

[@delusion.is.reality8045]

Good review. Thanks for that. I got rid of losing the lid on the oasis by pushing the ring under the plastic "ring" where it usually lies. Works perfect. No wobbling around.

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

Great tip!

[@Gstrowes]

Nice video, I've got one on the way. I'm planning to put mine into the Helikon-Tex essentials pouch, or if it's not a good fit, the Pathfinder MOLLE pouch. It should make for a nice little brew kit.

[@learnshareevolve1842]

Great review, thanks!

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

Thanks for watching!

[@EatsTreatsMREs]

Great video, looks really decent. You can buy it without the bottle to and just add a plastic bottle in if you cant quite stretch to the full titanium set. Some of them do nest well.

[@bubba7626]

Thanks for the review! I had the set in my cart... but now I think I'll just take the extra weight and buy some more silver coins with the money instead,, I'll stick with my pathfinder steel canteen, it is bomb proof after all. Good solid review, greatly appreciated.

[@BackpackingwithBuckley]

You seriously need to do a gear closet tour.

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

First I need to be able to walk into my gear closet. 😂

[@IodoDwarvenRanger]

Nice review :) and you impressed me by pouring the water out of the pathfinder stainless canteen without making a mess, mine has never poured right and now I'm thinking that maybe it was made wrong or something?

[@chrisgrave9216]

great review thanks

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

Thanks for watching!

[@Oldsparkey]

All of this was assembled several years ago. I have the Keith canteen cup and my Firebox Titanium Nano Gen 2 stove would not fit in it. I found a Maxi ( Large 950mm ) titanium cup . The firebox titanium Nano , it's X box , the cloth case , a titanium Evernew alcohol burner and a Human Gear go-bites duo ( fork / spoon ) fits inside the cup. The lid has drain/steam holes. All of it fits inside the carrying case that came with the Maxi Cup. The whole outfit when packed has a combined weight of 16 ounces including the carrying case. The Maxi's width is , 5.90 inches ( 150mm ) , Height , 3.93 inches ( 100 mm) , weight 5.71 oz ( 162 g ) , Volume 32.12 oz , ( 950mm ). I did not get the canteen since I use Smart Water Bottles.

[@PCraig]

Good review. Like what i saw. Thanks. Wish price was about $ 25.00 dollars cheaper. Have priced them. Wish cover was in OD green, black , or flat dark earth. Would like the set even better.

[@c.e.jarvis1512]

great review Dude. On the Nalgene strap I just pushed it down over that bottom rim. it stays put and doesn't twist very easy but it's not going anywhere either. and if you invert it and twist it to put the cap on then when its time to drink from it the cap doesn't get in the way. Thanks for the video.

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

Thanks. That solves my biggest issue with the Nalgene canteen.

[@BorealWilderness]

Awesome review. You went long but great detail! Does the Keith canteen nest in the PF pot? You showed the PF canteen not nesting in the Keith pot but not the other way

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

No, the Keith will not fit in the Pathfinder. Thanks for the comment.

[@sirroxalot]

For me, the best part about this set is that they dropped the price of the steel one once they released this one.

[@loganwolf2037]

Get the steel set. Ti doesn't make the food taste better. But you WILL lose weight (in your wallet).

[@turtlewolfpack6061]

Adding bail wire holes should be a simple process on any canteen cup and I am planning to do the mod on some of my cups. Just haven't decided which way I want to go about doing it.

[@MrTangent]

Has anyone ever told you that you have a face made for radio? JUST kidding... but seriously, you have a great radio sounding voice. Missed your calling perhaps? Anyway, very thorough review. Thanks!

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

Not the first time I have been told that and it won’t be the last. LOL. Thanks for watching.

[@mrspeakman4021]

Hi BarnYard Outdoors, thank you for this video it was extremely helpful i think i am going to get this set, i was just wondering though how have they held up? Do you use it much and has it shown any signs of rust or anything or staining?

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

They have held up really well. Just as good as any other titanium products I have. No rust or staining other than some color changes from being over then fire.

[@mackenzieperrault7382]

A note for Canadians: you'll end up paying $100 in shipping and import fees alone, save yourself $150 and get the boundless voyage version on Amazon with free 2 day shipping and half the price. It was roughly $298 after conversion and shipping/import fees for the Pathfinder Canteen. No thank you.

[@MrMann703]

Exactly, this payday I’ll be doing just that

[@mackenzieperrault7382]

@@MrMann703 couldn't be happier with mine! Enjoy! 😊

[@EatCarbs]

Nice set.. but not cheap. wow Thanks for the video brother

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

Thanks. It is a nice piece of kit, but very expensive. There is not a lot of competition in the titanium canteen and cup set market which I am sure keeps the prices high. Hopefully we will see the prices go down in the future.

[@Mandalore06]

Very good review! I have wanted a canteen set for a long time, but the seam really bothers me. Doesn't that create a fantastic place for crud to build up?

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

I would agree, but I haven't had any issues yet. I only carry water in mine and I make sure it is fully dry before putting it away in between outings. I use Bottle Bright cleaning tabs to clean all my bottles about twice a year, they do a great job removing any crude from inside the bottle in all the seams.

[@robbywatkins176]

I have the boundless voyage version and the biggest thing to get use to is the squareness of it. I’ve used USGI cups for years and just feels a little weird drinking from the cups. But overall they are a good set.

[@MrTangent]

Gotta agree. I am intending on picking up the Pathfinder set because I have a slight... *ahem* ...addiction to titanium cookware/bottles/canteens. But I am at a loss why they’re deviating from being backward compatible with the USGI canteen standard though? That would be my first design priority. Baffling... but I guess if you don’t intend on mixing and matching isn’t a huge issue.

[@robbywatkins176]

@@MrTangent Dave discussed the process of getting this set about a week ago. It was a Design the factory had. But other than my Preference for the USGI style this is a good set. I have used it with my USGI canteen cup stove stand and a alcohol stove( I always carry two canteens) and it worked great. Just watch for food sticking along the bottom between the wall and the raised middle.

[@20Hikecdt23]

Oh man! I wanted the weights of these canteens!!

[@DoomOfConviction]

Hey, could you tell me if the pathfinder SS canteen cocker from the stainless steel bottle set fits the Keith canteen and cup inside of it?

[@bivvybagger5760]

With the nalgene bottle, the loop of the lid can be pushed under the wide r flange bit (there's even a slight cut off on the flange so may be an intended design option - start at the cut-off and twist the loop around while pushing down firmly)

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

Thanks 😊

[@ElliFong]

Was about to say this, done it to my Nelgene bottle

[@user-ju5fi5me2v]

Thanks for great video! Does Keith fit in Boundless Voyage kit? Does Keith fit in US military flask cover?

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

I don’t have the US Military flask cover so I don’t have an answer for you. Maybe one of my viewers can comment and let us know. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@user-ju5fi5me2v]

@@BarnYardOutdoors Okey, thanks anyway!

[@mikezhao5928]

So pathfinder bottle with additional 2 containers, is better than the Keith with only 1 containers, on almost all aspects, right? So does the voyage one with 2 containers, is better than Keith?

[@rrcaniglia]

Go Big Red!

[@davidnachbaur6805]

Thank you. Pathfinder TI looks to be cheaper as well as having the extra cup

[@mariastevens6406]

Does this fit in a usgi canteen pouch

[@silviucimpeanu7098]

Please, with respect, can you add a review? after a year or two of use? thank you

[@DailyDaze]

I'm literally too poor currently to afford a titanium one, just dropped some bank on Carinthia xp 2 plus. That will probably have to be it for the coming weeks. Good review though mate

[@Steve-hb4my]

When are all of these very nice titanium canteen cooksets going to incorporate a canteen cup stove into their design?! That would definitely raise these kits to the next level, in my opinion, and finally cause me to go out and buy one. I sent Keith Titanium an e-mail about this awhile back and they said they were working on just such a design. Meanwhile I wait.

[@Alaskanvincent]

I was thinking that too. But then why not just stick it directly into a small fire

[@jakubkozamlecka7375]

How about some protective layer inside the cups to prevent food getting scorched or are all pure titanium?

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

They are all titanium. There is no lining to make them non-stick.

[@ShelleyRaskin]

Nice to know the weight (in grams) of the two canteens with and without the cups and pan.

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

The Pathfinder Set 382 g (without the carry case) Lid 38 g Small Cup 78 g Larger Cup 107 g Canteen 160g The Keith set 304 g (without the carry case) Cup with Lid 132 g Canteen 172 g

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

Thanks for this great question. I have placed the Pathfinder Ti set stats in the video description as well.

[@Heikki_Finland]

I was more interested in Keith because of it's more rounded shapes especially if i take it in my sleeping bag over night, i don't want sharp corners pointing at me, and round shapes are typically more robust. But now that i see there are some differences in caps, i wish to know which one is more reliable, as it would be a disaster if it opened even slightly and leaked in the sleeping bag in winter? I heard some people talk bad about Keith's cap, is that true? My old plastic canteen takes 2,5 turns to open the cap, while Keith takes 0,5 turns. That's a warning sign already to me.

[@Halciett]

Would any of these containers be compatible with a Source Water Bottle Adaptor?

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

I’m not sure since I don’t have one, maybe some of the my subscribers have one and can answer.

[@brandonl8552]

Just got this in and the finish of the Titanium is different than some other Ti products I have, mainly from snowpeak. How does it compare to the Keith's/heavycover canteens.

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

The heavy cover is slightly more silver in color. But it is tough to notice unless you look really close and hold them side by side.

[@brandonl8552]

@@BarnYardOutdoors does it feel like there is a coating on yours. Mine seems easily scratched.

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

I do not feel like there is a coating. I would assume with use it will get scuffed up, but I do not think it will get scratched with normal use. I guess only time will tell as I use it one the Spring and Summer. I will be making a follow up video over the next couple months showing how I am using it and seeing how it holds up. Make sure you subscribe so you will get notified of new videos and don’t miss any updates. 😊

[@ytty5183]

👏

[@Dutcharmytent]

You sold it to me on the weight saving alone

[@duybear4023]

The two cups plus canteen remind me of the Soviet airborne (paratrooper) canteen kit. I think the Soviet design a little more clever and wish Pathfinder would have gone in that direction.

[@vbask]

Agree. Nested with [wood]stove base it would be an ideal kit

[@turtlewolfpack6061]

I love my VDV kit so much that I made sure I had a spare! That is the kit that has traveled the furthest with me over the years.

[@mackenzieperrault7382]

It's an American company, but this particular product is still made in China. Doesn't bother me, but I was kind of hoping you would compare Boundless Voyage's Ti set that looks completely identical to the new pathfinder set. Off the top I know the BV is a bit heavier, and about $100 cheaper, but I was wondering if there would be any other significant differences that would justify that price difference. Still on the fence about which of the two I should invest in as it's definitely pricey. Thanks for the vid, glad to finally see some reviews for this awesome canteen!

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

Check out my videos for my look at the BV 2 cup canteen set. It is a great set and compatible with several existing canteens. Not the new Pathfinder one. Thanks for the comment and for watching.

[@alvarovinicius7]

Is it compatible with pathfinder's bottle hanger?

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

Yes, the bottle hanger will work with it.

[@vbask]

Thanks for review. Could you tell the model of Nalgene bottle with that convenient lid ?

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

That is the Nalgene silo bottle with an aftermarket lid. It is made by Human Gear and called the CapCap+. I have it on all my wide mouth bottles.

[@margaretadler6162]

Does the canteen leak like the other other pathfinder canteen?

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

I have not had any issues with leaking.

[@robertsweeney1174]

Hi...I'm a bit confused 🤔 I'm from the U.K. I've purchased the exact model. Watching your review..."very good by the way" On my model I have suspending wire with side clips on both cups along side lid tucked away in canteen cover pocket. It seems a shame it's not on U.S models. Wondering what your thoughts are on that.

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

Very interesting. I did some looking around and it appears that the Patherfinder set that I have does not include the clips found on the Boundless Voyage set. Other than that they appear to be identical. That is tool bad since I love the clip connection on the Boundless Voyage 2 Cup Canteen set (that does not include the canteen). Thanks for pointing that out.

[@robertsweeney1174]

@@BarnYardOutdoors shame that... Check my friend Chanel .. "bushcraft by Des cattys" he's done a review on the Boundless voyage canteen. If you got time I'd like to know what you think on the UK one and maybe send Boundless a email 🤔

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

Thanks. I will check out his channel and the video.

[@robertsweeney1174]

@@BarnYardOutdoors I've subscribed to you. Hope to chat with you soon 👍👍

[@misolgit6986]

Peaky Blinder, I've watched Dave Canterbury's video and he explains that he just didn't want the suspension system

[@PLBW81]

is there a Titanium Stove base?

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

No

[@Flo.891]

Are you still using this set? Any issues so far? Is it better than the Keith Ti Set?

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

Yes I am. I like both sets, but prefer the Pathfinder because it has the two cups and gives me some options when cooking. You can't go wrong with either set.

[@Flo.891]

@@BarnYardOutdoors Thank you for the quick answer. I have the Pathfinder Set as well and love it so far. The only downside for me is that it does not fit perfectly into the containers. So it wiggles around a litte. But when it's in the E&E pouch, I don't have these noises. Thank you for all your advice...

[@alaska_kid7557]

Thank you, it was interesting. They're like Gillette: soon to be released with three mugs)))

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

LOL. I wouldn’t be surprised if they did.

[@billlyell8322]

Thank you for the review. With the current world situation, I'll be avoiding China made products when all possible. I'll stick with stainless steel made here.

[@kee7678]

Great video. Looks awesome but $145 ?!! Wow. Thanks GO Hawkeyes!

[@bostonwolf]

Titanium is not cheap

[@Flockingtheherd]

I really wish they would make a Titinium US model mess kit. The fry pan and divided plate. Idk why they haven’t yet, maybe titanium isn’t supposed to be heated dry and needs to be filled with liquid before cooking, not sure tho

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

That’s a piece of kit I would buy. I have always been a fan of the US mess kit.

[@rickfoley5596]

Good review but I can support buying a made in China product when there are good alternatives

[@glennhawkins954]

You should consider renaming this video a "comparison of...". I think it will get many more views. Also, if you use the very bottom ring on the neck of your Nalgene Oasis canteen it will retain the lid so it doesn't slip off.

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

Great idea and thanks for the tip for the Nalgene Oasis canteen lid. Just secured it to very bottom and it’s a secure fit. You saved me from another year of cursing and having the lid fall off and end up in the dirt. 😀

[@wolffo999]

RIT dye eliminate the chicom digi camo pattern

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

Great idea!

[@alanjhornung7077]

Great reviews check out David Canterbury video of the kit for more info .

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

Thanks

[@MrTangent]

Don’t tell me what to do, Alan.

[@MrTangent]

J/K :)

[@dragomxsoldier]

Why is this set so much expensive compare to other titanium cups and pots

[@CheezeheadChris]

So how did you spend your morning? Oh, I watched a guy on YT pour water from canteen to canteen...😳😬😉👍 I dunno. I think I'll stick to my $20 Stanley pot & OT cup set and $5 USGI canteen cup set & 25 cent thrift store Nalgene bottle. $149 can buy lots of Spam & bacon. But hey! It's your money, you spend it on what you want. Who am to tell anyone otherwise? Weight was never an issue with me. But I also never went or go on 20 mile hikes either.

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

When it is all said and done, it’s just a water container and a couple cook pots. But they are very nice and feed my need for titanium gear. 😁. Thanks for watching and the comment. I’m looking forward to more of your cooking videos.

[@anthonygomez446]

There's no way titanium is going to last to long after a few cookings on a open fire, love your channel though

[@Kankudai]

Incorrect.

[@billy348]

I still can't make up my mind I will need some help.

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

We will plan an afternoon where we can go out and you can test each one Billy.

[@TheSkullinane]

Billy, I'm a big fan.

[@geektarded]

Editing my comment: I was suggesting Kieth Titanium but looks like they are just another Chinese company masquerading as a US company.

[@eadghe]

Keith not only produces in China, but is actually a Chinese company. *About Keith Titanium* _Founded in 2001, Keith Titanium makes a line of products ranging from cookware and cutlery to tea sets and multi-tools, all designed with ultralight backpackers and family travelers in mind. The Chinese company has developed a reputation for producing upscale titanium outdoor products, and the team takes pride in the research and development behind each one. In 2016, the company officially marketed the Keith Titanium brand in the US market and has been expanding its reach ever since._

[@geektarded]

@@eadghe you are right. Their website says “2016: We founded Keith Titanium Inc. in California ,in Paris and in *China*”. I don’t think the China part used to be on their website or I didn’t read past founded in California, but it looks to be a Chinese company masquerading as a US company. Their CEO is DONGJUN LI and the U.S. branch has 5 employees so I’m pretty sure they aren’t manufacturing anything here.

[@mikec.8556]

They need to make that set in man size and the only way to support America🇺🇸 is to buy American made ! Period

[@oxxnarrdflame8865]

If I were to manufacture an American made kit what would you be willing to pay?

[@iwontbebeat7111]

They made big misstake

[@loganwolf2037]

Ok, let's back the truck up Jack. This made in CHINA COPY of the tried/battle proven U.S. G.I. canteen kit (1/2 of mess kit) is a great deal of aprox. $200 (NOT !!!) And it won't be compatible with the G.I. kit because they're not even compatible with other kits, a marketing ploy to buy JUST THEIR KITS if you lose a part. I've had (bought) my GENUINE MADE IN AMERICA, OFFICIAL U.S. G.I. tough mess kit since 1985, when I left military service, same kit for 30+ yrs.and it STILL serves me very well today. No gimmicks. Price for the ENTIRE G.I. mess kit at a military surplus store today is probably under $50 or less (incl.insulated canteen carrier). I don't need to sell a precious body part just to cook using Ti (the gimmick) when I can even use a tin can. I've even cooked food on a (rinsed clean) flat rock. Oh (!), and IF I ever lose any part(s) of my kit, it won't cost my left nut to replace at the military surplus store. What I'm trying to say is that just because it's an extremely high priced gimmick doesn't mean that it's better. You didn't mention that nor compare those high priced knock-offs with the real deal (unless you were paid so). Its bug out/camp cooking. Kill it (or open can/pouch), cook it, eat it, clean it, smoke a cigarette and done.. Who are we supposed to try to impress, 'Frasier Crane' ? 'Oh Niles, is that the latest ruffian Ti cookware ensemble ?' 'Why yes Frasier but the instructions are not in French. I will never figure this out.. Luckily, I had the forethought of bringing a chef so we can rough it like the real men that we are. Oh Daphne !' Jmho. This Soldier shouts AIRBORNE !

[@NGMonocrom]

It's just very pricey and overrated. Though it's nice that it comes in a self-contained kit ready for the outdoors. But seriously, digital camo? Why go with the absolute worst, most hated camo pattern for the canteen cover? Makes no sense.

[@BarnYardOutdoors]

I’m not a fan of the digital camo either, I prefer having this kit in the HelikonTex E&E pouch.

[@NGMonocrom]

@@BarnYardOutdoors I took a closer look at that E&E pouch after you mentioned it in your video. Really liked what I saw. Wish it came with a shoulder strap. But liked it enough that I bought it for a different _mostly_ titanium Canteen Mess Kit.