MSRWhisperLite Compact Camping and Backpacking Stove

I purchased this to replace my 30 year old International model after the fuel line started leaking (not a product flaw, more of a lack of use over several years). I knew the International was capable of multi fuel use, but I never used anything other than white gas anyway. Comparing prices between this whisperlite model and the current international model, I made the decision to go with the standard whisperlite model.Straight out of the box it boiled 3 cups of water in 4 minutes. This is a proven stove with no competitor on the market in its class. Price at $44.97 (prime exclusive), weight at less than 1 lb, efficiency is incredible, durability is out of this world.If you are looking for a reliable, lightweight backpacking stove, this is an awesome decision, even at a potentially higher price of $89-$99 range. Plus, with minor maintenance, it will provide you with solid performance 30 years down the trail. Thank you MSR for making such a wonderful product. A lot changes over 30 years. I'm so happy that this product has stayed true to service and reliability.UPDATE: I've seen a lot of reviews that criticize the "simmer" capabilities of the whisperlite stoves, both the standard and international models. I will say the control knob on the older model pumps allowed for more intuitive flame control, it just felt better rolling the knob as opposed to twisting the valve. Nuance, I know, but in the conversation... I have been able to fry an egg over easy with no problems. It does require a deft hand and watchful eye, but is certainly possible with little fidgeting other than managing the flame at its lowest burn point. I would not discourage anyone from purchasing this stove due to the simmer capabilities. It will simmer and cook on low flame as long as you watch it and monitor the amount of food in the pan/ pot. Stay vigilant.

Unless you're looking for a 1 oz alcohol stove for ultralight, this is a great stove. It puts out a lot of heat and boils that water in no time. It really sips fuel too. The base is nice and stable. Comes with a base heat shield and a tall wind shield that are essential to use with the stove. I've burned a picnic table even when using the base. And if you don't have the wind shield in place, you'll wait forever for the water to boil even in a small breeze. And you can overheat your fuel bottle without that wind screen in place - BOOM! Packs small. It's a little harder to use than a butane or propane stove because of the liquid fuel that needs to be vaporized by the heat of the stove. You light raw fuel in the fuel bowl at the base of the stove and heat it up with the open flame before turning on the fuel bottle. Just don't let the open flame burn out before turning the stove on or you'll have to wait 5-10 mins to relight safely. The open fuel soots up the bottom of the stove and the legs, but it cleans off easily with a rag or baby wipe before you store it in the pouch. Another great MSR product.

I use this stove for any backpacking trip more than 2 days. It's more compact than my JetBoil, but takes more time to setup and heat water. I find the stove gets very very sooty on the legs, on the bottom of the burner, and on center of the stove. However, a leaf can be used to wipe off the soot so that it doesn't get on everything. The bottle supply sometimes causes the stove to tilt but once the pot/cookset goes on the stove it levels out. The supplied wind screen and undersheet are very useful. The undersheet keeps burning fuel from the start cup from going on the ground/table, and the wind screen keeps the heat in and around the cookset. Otherwise, things catch on fire from dripping fuel (if you don't start the stove well) and wind will blow the heat away from the cook set. I keep a small bottle filled with fuel with the pump attached to it, and carry a larger bottle with fuel for refilling the smaller bottle. All in all, this is a very nice stove.

This is the classic white gas back packing stove. I took it to Philmont this summer. We had two Whisperlites on the trek so to have one as back up. We did have an issue with the fuel pump, but this was repaired at a ranger station. The stove is well known and parts are available at most full service camping stores. It is less effective at high altitude, but will burn any white gas. It served me well and I would recommend it for anyone who has to cook with large pots since the remote location of the fuel bottle allows for safe separation from the burner. It does take some practice so do not take it camping without trying it out at home.

Works like a charm. I like that it's manually pressurized so that it doesn't matter what the elevation is or the temperature. I just have to pump until it's ready. There's no guesswork involved in figuring out how much fuel is left. Just take a look inside the bottle. However, it does get dirty and needs a good cleaning periodically. It also takes up quite a bit of space despite being very light. It's the shape. It still fits into the side pocket of my backpack though. It can squirt fuel when unscrewing the bottle after use so be careful. FYI. You can get the universal model that takes white gas or isobutane-propane so you aren't limited to one option. The cans are faster too since you don't need to pump. I prefer camping in the cold months and there's nothing like hot food and coffee/tea when it's freezing.

EXCELLENT QUALITY- Product that will last a lifetime.I watched the MSR company website, followed the recommendations there on how to use.Works like a charm, started effortlessly. I only pumped 16 times like the video suggested, as soon as I heard fuel feeding, I shut valve off, a little fuel emptied into primer bowl I lit it wait about 2 minutes opened the valve slowly and ignited the burner. (it was about 68 degrees outside) I used MSR FUEL.Boiled water in three minutes 10 seconds. half full 775 ML Stowaway pot. Perfect filled my GSI Glacier cup 3/4 full.Recommended by a friend (SH) who is climbing the 7 tallest Mtns on 7 continents. His life depends on his products working!

Good product

La había visto desde hace buen tiempo y por lo que cuesta, creo que es la más robusta pieza, junto con la dual fuel de coleman. Es una de mis piezas favoritas. La recomiendo. Ojo, no incluye la botella de combustible, así que considérenla al hacer su pedido.

Reached after two month ..but there is only burner without tank its impossible to burn the stove ..need refund ..

ホワイトガソリン専用ではあるものの、ほとんどメンテナンスフリーで使いやすい。そして故障しないのでガゾリンシングルバーナーの名作です。

no la he probado pero se ve muy resistente, el instructivo muy difícil de entender pero seguro youtube me saca del apuro.