Eureka Spire LX
Simply put, food is a necessity for survival. Though as hunters, we may choose to skip a meal or two each day in favor of staying on stand or simply nibbling on snacks, meals are essential for fueling our bodies. At the same time, meals provide more than simply fuel for hungry hunters.
Although there are many options for camp cooking — grilling over the campfire or in the convenience of an RV — the longtime standard may just be a good ol’ camp stove.”
Hunting camp is an arena for sharing tall tales, building friendships and enjoying the heritage we call hunting. And, mealtime plays an important role in that fellowship. In fact, for most, the combination of great food and camaraderie is probably as important as a successful hunt. If you haven’t watched “Escanaba In Da Moonlight” and enjoyed a camp pasty, please do so.
Although there are many options for camp cooking — grilling over the campfire or in the convenience of an RV — the longtime standard may just be a good ol’ camp stove. The following is a roundup of five popular camp stoves sure to keep the fire burning.
Camp Chef Explorer
“When adventure calls, are you prepared to answer? With the Explorer Two Burner Stove, you will be. The durable, versatile stove packs enough power in its 30,000 BTU burners to boil water and cook your food, whether you’re tailgating at the football stadium or camping with the family.
Portability is no problem with the removable legs, and a three-sided windscreen makes outdoor cooking easy. You’ll be up for anything when you have the Explorer 2x Stove with you, so add it to your collection today. Being one of Camp Chef’s 14” cooking systems, the Explorer is very versatile and can be equipped with many different Camp Chef accessories, from the Professional Grill Box to the Italia Artisan Pizza Oven.”
Features
- Includes 3 ft. hose and regulator
- Includes detachable legs and 3-sided wind screen
- Compatible with most 14 in. Camp Chef accessories
- Two 30,000 BTUs/Hr. cast-aluminum burners
- Appliance-style temperature controls
*Propane tank not included
Contact: www.campchef.com
MSRP: $139.99
Coleman Triton
“Take camp cooking to the next level with the Coleman Triton Propane Stove. Just light it up and dial in your heat with the two independently adjustable burners and you can be cooking over 22,000 BTUs of power in no time. The cooking surface offers plenty of room to fit a 12-in. and 10-in. pan simultaneously. Meanwhile, the PerfectFlow pressure control technology keeps the heat steady, even in extreme conditions. WindBlock panels help shield your flame from wind, and they adjust if you need to fit a larger pan. When the meal is over, the chrome-plated grate removes for simple and quick cleanup, and the heavy-duty latch will keep the lid secure until you whip up your next family dinner.”
Features
- Wind Block panels help shield burners from wind and adjust for various pan sizes
- PerfectFlow technology provides consistent performance, even in extreme conditions
- PerfectHeat technology for more efficient cooking with less fuel
- 22,000 total BTUs
- Large enough for one 12” and one 10” pans plus room to stow the griddle
*Griddle sold separately
Contact: www.coleman.com
MSRP: $84.99
Eureka Spire LX
“Campsite gourmet. Take your camp cooking past the basics and let your inner gourmet chef go wild with the Spire LX stove! Gourmet cooking at your campsite is a reality with our Jetboil engineered simmer control valve that delivers the most precise and consistent cooking flame. Cook pancakes just right, or blast the BTU's for high heat, quick boil. When it's time to expand your kitchen, utilize the patent-pending JetLink accessory port to attach the Luna accessory burner, or another Eureka stove, and whip up a full feast for your family and friends — all from a single fuel source.”
Features
- Rotary ignition for easy and consistent lighting
- Jetboil engineered simmer control valve for ultimate precision and control
- Each high-output burner delivers 10,000 BTUs of cooking power to meet all the needs of campsite cooking
- Burners are spaced so you can use 10” and 12” pots side-by-side and the Spire LX has a removable lid, which is handy if you have a really big pot
- Removable top grate allows for easy cleaning of the stainless steel drip tray
- A windscreen on each side protects your flame for consistent output
- Rugged bumpers on each corner protect the stove against bumps
- Nonslip rubber feet prevent the stove from sliding on slick surfaces and these feet are adjustable so you can level the stove on any surface
- Stoves can be daisy chained from one to another for the ultimate camp kitchen
*Chassis, lid and windscreens are durable steel; the cooking grate is nickel plated steel
Contact: eurekacamping.johnsonoutdoors.com
MSRP: $149.95
Stansport | Outfitter
“Our outfitter series of stoves include features to increase performance and durability for those who feed groups outdoors. This two-burner model features two oversized, stainless steel burner heads with 25,000 B.T.U of cooking power. With the included piezo electronic ignition, you don't need matches to start cooking! A steel frame and drip pan ensure this stove is durable and easy to clean.”
Features
- 2 oversized 25,000 B.T.U. stainless steel burners with individual wind screens
- Extra heavy duty cooking grate
- Piezo electronic ignition requires no matches
- Oversized steel frame
- High altitude pressure regulator
*Stainless steel drip pan
Contact: www.stansport.com
MSRP: $152.99
Primus | Kinjia
“Designed to be carried along, this stove will deliver a real cooking experience for friends and family. Lighter, smaller and more compact than most two-burner stoves and without compromising performance or capacity, Kinjia will not let the outdoor chef down. The Kinjia is powered by one 16.4-oz. propane cylinder. The grids and the drip tray are easily removed and can be cleaned individually making the stove easy to maintain. Made from solid materials and its robust design will ensure years of reliable service.”
Features
- Grids and drip tray removable for easy cleaning
- Lightweight and compact
- 2 x 7,000 BTU/h burners
- Powered by one 16.4-oz. propane cylinder (not included)
*Manual ignition
Contact: www.primus.us
MSRP: $179.95
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