The best camp stove / Fancee Feest

[@denniskuenze659]

You can’t beat those stoves. I’ve been building them for years . They cost less than $2.00 to build. In my opinion they are a must have for anyone that spends time in the outdoors. Great review.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

There are my favorite stove. Great to use year round. Even in the sub-zero temperatures. Thank you Denniskuenze for watching. Much appreciared!

[@parnold-mora8924]

"Don't disrespect The Marine." Great words to live by 'cause The Marine knows what he's talking about... Fancee Feest works great, especially when I am bike packing.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

What would I do without Runner. Any trips planned for the year?

[@TheTarotCardGuy]

The reason i pick the Trangia over the FF is the fact that it has a sealable lid and i dont have to worry about measuring fuel or burning it all off; just snuff it out and put the lid back on. Its a bit 'heavier', but the trade off is worth it IMHO. Great video as usual. 👍

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you Milita Dad for sharing that. Good info.

[@aldunne2001]

Solid information as always. I have used my MSR XGK for 30 years and it has been super reliable, especially in winter. Bu this year I have been considering trying an alcohol stove for bike packing and canoeing during the warmer months. With this video I am now sold ! Stay safe Marine, I value your knowledge and contribution to the community. Greeting from Ontario Canada.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you Alan. I appreciate that. I think you are going to enjoy using an alcohol stove. Light weight and very packable. But can not melt snow like your MSR.

[@jerryg957]

Made one of those a few years ago, also almost indestructible. Thanks for the post !

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

That's is a good point Jerry. I should of mention that they are nearly indestructible compared to other alcohol stoves. Someday I will have to make one.

[@aheart.453]

Lovely chared Amazing Lot thanks to showing it dear 👍💞 Big like

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you Cuisine & Walking for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@JamesPanning]

Used the mini atomic for a couple years but finally had enough of the little screw. Switched to the Fancee Feest and am sticking with it. Thanks for the video.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

The mini atomic is a fun little stove. But you have to have some type of pot stand to use. But the Fancee Feest is hard to beat. Thank you James for watching. I always appreciate it.

[@snaponjohn100]

Great video my friend. I have a daughter of a friend of mine that wants to get into backpacking and this will be perfect to have her look at because she has no gear at all. God bless you both. John

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

You can easily make one. Or buy one which are inexpensive for someone starting out. Thank you john for watching. I always appreciate it. God bless.

[@joanfos4890]

Love your practicality!

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you Joan. I really appreciate that.

[@nicojar]

Aaaaah and here's my favorite youtuber back for a new video! Your videos are just the most comprehensive and wise about camping. Oh! just a remark: it's amazing that you convert imperial units in metric units, but for liquids - and volumes, we use liters and for small bottles, milliliters or centiliters, not grams. :) Just like you don't use "ounces of water" but "fluid ounces". Liquids don't have the same density, but your bottle keeps the same volume, therefore what matters here is the size of the bottle. Nobody would measure liquids in grams. So when you say "8 ounce bottle = 226 g", as it's fluid ounces into milliliters, it's 236 ml (so 236 g of water and 198 g of fuel alcohol, but again, it wouldn't tell us anything). ;) For those who want the info: For water, 1 liter = 1 kilogram. Easy. For fuel alcohol, it's 1 liter = 810 to 840 grams.

[@mbarr1029]

In Baking it is 8 lb per gallon for any liquid in a recipe. Back in the day we bought weed as 28 grams per ounce. Only way I can keep track of the conversions. LOL

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

I can't believe I did that. And I didn't even catch that when I was editing. So sorry. Thank you for pointing that out Nicolas. I really appreciate that.

[@gvoigtlander]

@@AdventureswiththeMarine Also “a pint’s a pound the world around” is another mnemonic to help with the volume/weight problem.

[@mbarr1029]

I used a folded Paper towel for a weekend= wick and it works just fine on my Fancy Feast stove. Saves even more money. Well folded multiple left over beer cans works well for a wind screen. Folds around the stove for storage.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you for sharing that mbarr102. Good info.

[@campsitesweden]

I use alcohol stove under the tarp when hammocking, otherwise always live fire or gas canister stove. The problem I have is that I live in a windy place and the efficiency drops fast if the wind cannot be completely cancelled. But the benefits are many, depend on the situation. Thanks for another good video, I have been interested in that one.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

I see you changed the name of your channel. I like it.

[@billyharris1560]

Thank you Marines this is new to me

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you Billyharris so much for watching.

[@hammockpacker]

Love it! I recently started getting into winter camping and am really interested in using my alcohol stove more. Do you bring a white gas stove as well in subzero temps or is this all you normally bring?

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

White gas works the best in those sub zero temperatures. But I always will use a fire first to melt snow. Otherwise white gas. But I always will bring an alcohol stove for my hot chocolate. Thank you Hammockpacker for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@NewHampshireJack]

You are preaching to the choir. We do have two additional favorite alcohol stoves that we use in conjunction with some of the parts from our small wood gasifier. For most quick break stops, the DIY cat can stove does the trick. I have not seen Fancy Feast cat food during my twelve years of retirement in the Philippines. I am sure it must be sold in some shops or supermarkets here. We have successfully used 90-gram single-serving size cans from our favorite brand of tuna and a slightly shorter 85-gram can that contained liver paste. Both are steel. Recently we found a brand of what we believe is "skipjack" tuna, popular here in the canning industry. It is inexpensive and plentiful. That product comes in a taller but smaller diameter can with the same diameter as a tomato paste can, often used as the inside can. The fantastic part is the height works out to 1" above the bottom can's top edge. Perfect if that is the height you desire. All that is needed is to drill the vent hole and notch the bottom of the inner can to allow the fuel to flow out into the wick material. This is as close to an instant build as you will ever get. A bonus with these builds: the enamel on the tuna can is very durable, and lasts a long time. If you do not mind the graphics, no BBQ paint is needed. The brand of liver paste Beautiful Bride chose has a nice gold finish on the outside of the tin and the appearance is a lot like the Fancy Feast can.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you NewHampshireJack for taking the time to share that. Good stuff!

[@MNmostly]

Excellent video, you covered all the bases regarding this stove! I couldn't agree more on the Fancee Feest type stove as the best all around go-to alcohol stove.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you MNmostly. Do you have your BWCA permits yet?

[@MNmostly]

@@AdventureswiththeMarine I just got back from a Sioux Hustler hike but haven't reserved any canoe permits yet. How about you?

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

@@MNmostly Heading up at the end of this month. And hoping at getting a permit again this summer around August.

[@crusoeisoutside882]

It is great to see a new video. I have a Zelph stove as well and it is great. Great video!!

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Awesome! Thank you! I really appreciate you watching Crusoe Is Outside.

[@23710jh]

Good video. I have a "mini atomic" alcohol stove. It is a good stove except the screw that one must remove to add fuel can be difficult in cold weather. Your comment about "no moving parts" was spot on. I have been hesitant to use it when cold out, but am inspired by you to give it a try.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Great little stove. A real powerhouse. Only con is that you need some type of pot stand. But it is a fun stove to have. Thank you for watching Idlewild. I always appreciate it.

[@mitchdenner9743]

Thanks for the vid bud, 👍good to see you again.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thanks for watching Mitch. It is always good to hear from you.

[@petescharber8567]

Another good video Marine. Fancee Feast is my go to as well! I am heading up his weekend to do Angleworm as a season warm up. Hope to see you around on the local trails. Best, Pete

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

I love the Angleworm trail. A great little trail. I haven't seen you hiking in Willow River State Park lately.

[@petescharber8567]

I have been to Willow weekly all winter. Have been on the pink and grey trails on the north end as we have a new puppy and those trails work well for getting him out. Yes I have done the Angleworm a dozen or so times and it is always a good start and easier warmup to the season. Chance of frozen mix this weekend while I am up there - should be an adventure!

[@PumpkinVillage]

Nice review and some really good points. I don't have one of those yet . Take care and stay safe, Al

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

It is always good to hear from you Al. I hope all is well.

[@dovahkiinsadventures7632]

Another excellent video. I use either my butane or twig stove. Mostly the butane. May start using my alcohol more. But when on trips i use my butane.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

When backpacking. I prefer the alcohol stove. When car camping. I like to use butane. But when I have the time. I prefer cooking with fire. Either open or with a twig stove. Sound like you have three great methods for cooking or boiling water. It is always good to hear from you Dovahkiin's Adventures.

[@djw8504]

Thank you for your service! I have a firebox stove and I love it! Gonna have to try this one now! Lol!

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

I got a firebox last year. I just love that stove. I will be doing a tutorial on that soon. Thank you for watching Dorothy. I always appreciate it.

[@djw8504]

@@AdventureswiththeMarine You bet I will!! Your on my favorite channel list no doubt! lol! Thank you for replying 😁

[@djw8504]

@@AdventureswiththeMarine 👍👍❤️🤍💙

[@chriscon8463]

I’ve got a Trangia & I love it. A measuring cup from my kid’s liquid medicine fits right in the Trangia. I’ve got to make one of these cat-can stoves, too!

[@mbarr1029]

the measure cup should fit inside your cat can stove also. But no need for a pot stand, it is built in. It is why I love mine.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

I have yet to make one. But soon I will. They look like they are pretty easy to make. Thank you for watching Chris. I always appreciate it.

[@aparecidomiranda1191]

Parabéns ótimo Fogareiro aí

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you Aparecidomiranda1191 for watching. i really appreciate it.

[@MidwestBackpacker]

Thanks for the plug!! We are going to run into each other one of these days!!

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

You bet! I can't believe I have yet bumped into you and Rob. Have a great day Jeremy.

[@josephr2766]

Welcome back buddy. It’s been a few weeks without a video.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

It is good to be back with my brothers and sisters. I miss hearing from you guys. Thank you Joseph for watching. i always appreciate it.

[@127001er]

Thanks for the video. It popped up in my feed. Now I finally know what to do with all the bottles of Heet my FIL left behind after he passed on. And I mean a lot of bottles. It sounds like they should last me a long time with an alcohol burning stove.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

You can never have enough Heet. It seems that I am always buying one of those 4 packs every other day. Thank you Douglas for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@jasonthompson4136]

Hey Marine! say do you know where I can buy a foster pot ? Ive got a diy one but its a little ruff Lol

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

I got mine from Mini Bull designs. But BatchStovez makes a great one. ( www.batchstovez.com ) Thank you for watching Jason. I always appreciate it.

[@jasonthompson4136]

@@AdventureswiththeMarine you are welcome!! thank you too!! Tinny had just quit making them when I tried to get a couple , I will contact batchstovez :)

[@Radoslaw731]

I made myself a fancy feast stove and it's great 👍😊

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

That is so cool. I enjoy using equipment that I have made. I think it makes it a greater experience. Thank you Radoslaw for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@Radoslaw731]

@@AdventureswiththeMarine yes it is, thanks. Cheers from Poland my friend 🤗

[@steveneugene339]

Awesome , I use the Ohuhu gasifier stove and love it , does every thing , cooks every thing from small cup to large caste iron cooking and grilling , so far great 4 season-er., mmm lots of ideas alcohol seems to burn to fast ...may be mines just old fuel..Keep the vids coming

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you for sharing that Steven.

[@ItsAdventureTime1]

Been uping my hammock skills lately . Actually had someone donate what he called a military jungle hammock to me the other day and I might try it out. It seems really small...Did you guys even have issued jungle hammocks?

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

I wish I had one during my time in the jungle. We used either a poncho or a shelter half and slept on the ground. There were times when those mosquitos were horrendous. Thank you for watching It's Adventure Time. I always appreciate it.

[@caseysimpson1806]

@@AdventureswiththeMarine Sleeping on the gound in the jungle is rough on the body and eventually wears you down. The jungle is a very demanding environment.

[@ricardoneto7789]

I like the Trangia better because I can simmer with it and use the lid to shut off the flame once I’m completed with cooking. I can also carry the fuel in it. It’s also part of my cooking set. All this does come at a higher weight though. Fancy feast I like the white box stove are great for boiling water 👍😉

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

The Trangia is a classic stove. Thank you sharing that Ricardo.

[@caseysimpson1806]

I also prefer the alcohol stove. For years after the passing of my Svea 123, I was adrift in the sea of stoves. I have not tried the Fancee Feast but settled on alcohol stoves. Due to the prolonged drought here in the SW and very real danger of fire, I use the Trangia 27. A bit heavy for one person, but it has a very stable base which is a priority in my area.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

I had the same situation as you. I still will use a white gas stove for the extreme cold temperatures for melting snow. But I prefer to use an alcohol stove. I was just on a trip and took my Batch 2.0 stove. And my friend Runner had the Fancee Feest stove. That Fancee Feest works so much better. And it is pretty wide for a stable base. I think you should give it a try. You will not be disappointed Casey.

[@doctoordan]

Yep, call mine “Trusty Rusty” because the center can (tomato paste) gets a little rustier every year. About time to overhaul it and make it new again.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Trusty Rusty sounds like a good hiking companion. One who never complains. Thanks for watching Doctor Dan.

[@remyllebeau77]

Good to have another video and see Runner again. Am I right in assuming the parts with Runner are from a yet to be released camping trip video?

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

That take was from our trip last fall. I did this video in December. Just as I finished, before rendering it. I accidentally erased the film from my file and could not recover them. So I had to start from scratch. Any trips planned this year Remy?

[@backpackingadventures4813]

I started using an alcohol mid last year. Love it. I mainly use the Minibull design elite pro. However, I did purchase a fancy first stove to try because you don’t have to eat until it blooms and I had an issue with it. I would put in the fuel but it would all (every drop) get soaked up by the carbon fiber and not lite. You did mention a break in period. Do you think it need broken in? I got one for my friend at the same time and his did the same. Great video!

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Runner had the same problem with his at first. The fiberglass material is to tight. After using it a few times. It was finally broken in. That one scene was his stove. He uses that stove all the time now. Thank you for watching Backpacking Adventures.

[@backpackingadventures4813]

@@AdventureswiththeMarine Thanks Marine! I’ll light it a bunch of time to break it in.

[@nickprague1481]

Regardless of your stove preference, an alcohol stove is a good idea to carry as a backup.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

That is a good way of looking at that. Thank you Nickprague for sharing and watching. I really appreciate it.

[@notquiteultralight1701]

Hey Marine! Is that aluminum pot with the lid that you showed in one of the clips a fat seperator? Just curious so I can grab one at wally world. Seems light! Great to see ya again! Any trips planned?

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

That pot is a Snowpeak 600 and I got the lid from Four Dogs Stoves. That is my go to backpacking trip cook kit. I am working on editing a trip I took last week. Hope tp have out soon. How about you. Any trips planned for the year?

[@notquiteultralight1701]

@@AdventureswiththeMarine Hey there! Good to hear from ya! Just carcamping up in VT in May. Hoping for a backcountry trip in june! We shall see what life throws our way. Ya, I’m traditionally a solo stove with trangia backup guy but I’ve recently discovered the positives of an emberlit stove as it requires a lot less babysitting. And you can use the trangia with it. Great to hear from ya and looking forward to the trip vid! Take care. - Nqu

[@johnsmith-oz5kj]

Nice crocs bro!

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you sir! And thank you John for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@ROE1300]

I like my trangia stove, but for $21.00 I’ll give this one a try.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

I think you are going to enjoy it. Thank you for watching Meaningless Endeavors. I always appreciate it.

[@ROE1300]

@@AdventureswiththeMarine 👍 When “The Marine” speaks about camping I pay attention. Great videos on interesting topics with none of the BS that some insert in their videos. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experiences. 👍

[@akbychoice]

One big plus of liquid fuel in a bottle you can see how much you have left. Not the case with canister stoves. I like twig stoves and alcohol over canister stoves. I have had a Simon Stainless Steel stove for over 30 years. I just wish it had a screw in seal type lid.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you Akbychoice for sharing that. Good stuff.

[@davidperdue7506]

Used a Trangia for years.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

A classic alcohol stove. Thank you for watching David.

[@pondlife1952]

When you purchase a "Fancy Feast"? Make one. Fancy Feast cat food...Purina in Europe...$2 €2 ... so light to carry and you have the satisfaction of having made your own.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

I agree 100%. Thank you Pondlife for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@spikes1529]

I use Everclear so that i can drink my extra fuel.... It also works as a disinfectant. So 3 uses for the same item is a ultra light's dream.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

I like your thinking Spikes. Thank you for watching.

[@steveneugene339]

o what you cooking .... fill us in .sir.

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

I wish it where a steak.

[@Kenbur]

Hey Marine - got caught up to you again today - link above doesn't work - at least for me - so listing this one that did, great video, thanks for the tip ( I make my own cat stoves, but interested in that simmer ring they have and want to see if that will work better than the one I came up with. ATB www.woodgaz-stove.com/fancee-feest.php

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you Ken for letting me know about the link and for posting the right one. Really appreciate that.

[@concretecowboy4212]

Fancy feast 4 m ❗

[@AdventureswiththeMarine]

Thank you Concrete Cowboy for watching. I really appreciate it.