How to Use The MSR Pocket Rocket 2
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- Опубліковано 7 лют 2021
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In this video, I go through how to use this popular MSR stove, how to light the pocket rocket, and other general tips and advice to make the most out of one of the most popular backpacking and thru-hiking stoves on the market!
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Very helpful. Your video told me just what I need to know. I'm a woman in her 70s, with severe osteoarthritis, and my backpacking days are behind me. But I can still do a hike a mile and a half up a hill, with an elevation gain that gives me a great view. I can take my lightweight Pocket Rocket and have a nice little meal and a cup of tea, and go home happy.
It’s certainly nice to have a hot meal while enjoying a pretty view. Glad it was helpful!
You can fit most everything in a handbag, satchek, fanny pack, small pack or a messenger bag and keep it light. Keeps you active by staying light. Love it!
Just keep going outside!
Just my opinion: don't throw away the case! It fits a Bic lighter and the pocket rocket perfectly, and it can be put inside a cook pot along with a small fuel tank (in an old sock) without scratching anything!
Completely agree
Saving my almost empty Bic's just for this purpose. TY
Yeah that was a really silly suggestion and my case also fits in my pot with my gas can so I’m really confused
Sure it won't throw it, it keeps it dry also, and it's bright colourd in order not to lose it. Who cares what she says. Also saying in a way that it is absolute truth and idea.
I love this part where she says You need fuel fot it lol Thought it runs on O² for flames hahah
You can put your weed in it.
Finally someone who demonstrated it's okay to take the stove off the canister after cooking....Haven't used it yet and didn't know if it was a single use seal that would just dump the fuel if you took them apart.
I’m not new to backpacking, nor did I need to learn how to use a canister stove, but I stumbled across your video in my feed and I thought you did a great job explaining simple things experienced back country wanderlusts like us take for granted to someone who is new. I am pretty passionate myself about helping new comers hit the ground running with experience that took me years to gain and I like your approach. You’ve earned a sub. Cheers!
Thank you so much for the kind feedback! We all had to learn somehow, right? I still remember watching videos on how to use a water filter when I first learned to backpack and hope to add more of those types of videos over time 😊
I love how beginner friendly this video is! Super informative for people who are new to or know nothing about camping/hiking or stoves!!
Glad it was helpful!
Do I need a traditional flame lighter like bic or can I use one of those arc lighters with…
A much smaller flame to get this bad boy started?
Shout out if you’re just learning to backpack!
Yes! Thanks for the great video
Thank you! Totally demystified this for me. I know it is safe, was just a bit fearful until watching your video. Preparing for an ice storm and will NEED my coffee!!!
Glad to help! I totally get how you feel, I’m always afraid I’m going to burn my fingers off with my Coleman car camping stove!
Very helpful for my first backpacking trip, thank you!
You just taught me how to use my new stove!!
Glad to help!
Great video, I lit my MSR PR2 tonite for the first time, new owner.
Being new to this, really appreciated your thorough and friendly review, thank you!!!!
Glad to help!
I just got one, my first of the kind, and though it seems pretty straight forward I like to hear from someone who knows. So thanks. Mine will mostly be making tea.
Very informative. Just purchased my Pocket Rocket. Thanks for the video.
This was helpful, thank you!! 😊
Thanks for the nice video. Just wanted to share- another youtuber did a big pile of measurements and found that you can cut your fuel use almost in half by reducing the flame to low and using a wider pot. You get a lot just by turning the flame down and even going to medium makes a big difference. With bigger flames, the heat is just being wasted by the flame wrapping around the pot. Putting a lid on also helps, but how much it helps depends upon the shape of the pot. If I remember right, for some pots on a low flame, adding a lid gives you one or two extra boils (2 cups of water per boil). On the other hand, the weight of fuel saved was less than the weight of the lid. Hope that helps someone. I haven't mentioned the name of the channel with this test, but can if you want me to.
Thank you for the tips. Have fun out there.
Glad to help and you as well!
Thank you so much, this was super helpful!
Heck yes! EXACTLY the video I wanted to see.
thank you for talking about how to take the pocket rocket apart. I was struggling to find that info. Peace
Don't throw away the red plastic box the MSR pocket rocket comes in people the case helps protect your stove from rust , dirt etc.
Nice job, well done 👏
Seeing that the video showed the cook system eing set in snow thats where I will start 8)
So the NEWER stoves have " adopted/ borrow/ steal ,,,,, u decide,,, a valve system that regulates fuel pressure from the can to the stove it`s self. This keeps a " steady " and constant flow of gas to the unit !!
And under a mix of conditions. This has been to the backpacking world what power brakes was to the automotive industry !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
But still there are things that are important to know w/o spending Years outside in the woods to learn.... a cold can of fuel WILL NOT PERFORM LIKE A WARM CAN WIL.
The cheaper the stove the more it will be affected !! Clear the snow away.
You can even use it as a wind screen !!!! Keep your fuel in ur tent or even in ur BAG if Temps get really low !!
If..... snow isn't the enemy then clear leafs, gravel n rocks for a level area.... u may not start a fire but really SUCKS to. Oose ur meal !!! Again, MAYBE that ground material can help keep heat in & cold out !!! Get into the habit of looking for NATURALLY great cook areas.... ideally,,, a large rock to set up behind etc. Fold foil to make a wind screen tall enough to cover a canister and stove. Lid, OR?.. more foil to act as a lid whilst cooking..
The amount of btu's... thus ur fuel saved by lids is BIG !!! And, in turn speeds cooking times !!!! Wahoo !! That means eating sooner !!!8)
A d all that is a win win setup.
Not to mention protect OUR PRECIOUS, PRECIOUS resource the great woods/ outdoors !!!!!!!!!!:)
Peace and ay the trail b with you !!!!
Awesome video, thank you!
Thank you for this very clear demonstration! I've used the MSR Whisperlite for 30 years but finally got tired of having a bonfire every time I light it--especially in light of our new climate/fire conditions, even here in western WA (not crazy about the weight on my arthritic spine/hips, either). I wanted to be sure I knew how to use the canister safely, and the directions that come with it are pathetic. So very much appreciate this public service you've provided! The only thing I would add, for mechanically challenged folks like myself, is to point out which direction is "off." I thought I had turned the valve off, but when I screwed it onto the can, it spewed out fuel for several seconds before I figured out what I'd done wrong. 🙄 Also might be good to warn people that the flame is invisible. I had to put my hand above it to know that it was lit!
Good points! Thanks for sharing!
I see I'm too late. But maybe this will help. I've run a PR2 for 6 months of near daily use as a truck driver. Tonight I tried to use it on a GSI canister I've been using for 2 weeks with no problems. My PR2 refuses to sock up to this canister, which I've been using with no issues for 2 weeks? I gave up, and gave away, a Primus burner from Wal Mart that had served me for 2 YEARS for this? I forgot the 1st principle. The harder the sell, the crappier the product. Tomorrow, I hike to Walmart and score a Coleman canister. If it doesn't work, then the Hell with all Yooboob Pitch Bitches. Starting with the male ones. You know who you are.
Thank you so much this helped alot
thank you very much! i will have a great meal tonight with my msr pr2
Thanks for this.
Great video! For cooking on a higher or lower flame, it’s not going to make a difference in boil time with a pocket stove. Unless it’s so low there’s barely a flame. On high it’s only going to burn the pot, on a medium to lower flame, you’ll still get the same boil time without burning your pot, as long as that flame is reaching it.
You cap is totally awesome.
Excellent explainer video. We’ll done.
Hey Bailey! Great video!
Thank you!
Great video!!
Thank you!
I'm no fan of plastic but I think the little plastic case is an extra layer of protection for the Pocket Rocket. Keeping it free of dirt or dust, and also to avoid any damage by banging it accidentally against a hard object. Same goes for the cap on the propane tank. Why not avoid dirt or dust accumulating there? // As for a hot metal pot, use a bandana folded several times. That bandana, of course, has many other uses. // Great instructional video -- thanks for making it! I got a kick hearing Bailey call the little stove a "bad boy."
Cool video Bailey! Im a bit confused on how-where-with which type of gas would one refill MSR pocket rocket? can you provide some input in this regard? thx
Hello! The MSR Pocket Rocket works with Iso-Butane fuel. Here in the US it is sold in canisters such as the one shown in the video at most outdoor stores such as REI and even some grocery and hardware stores in mountainous areas. There are adapters to combine partial containers into one, but generally you’ll just need to go to the store and buy a new canister when you need one.
MSR have a canister stand to improve stability. Really handy.
Good point! I don’t personally use one, but it could definitely be helpful if using a bigger cook pot!
Thank You for Sharing Your experience and thoughts...
Helpful !!! =+ )
very cool video! wife just got me one and i wanted to learn how it works...!!! mahalo!
Thank you Bailey! Just bought my pocket rocket today from REI's annual sale and was confused why the can hissed while putting the rocket on! But I guess it's normal so I got past it and now I know how to use it when I actually go camping :) Thanks for the simple but useful walkthrough!
Thanks
That probably works better than the buffalo chips I used to collect for cooking over as they don't ignite unless completely dry.
Hi! What's the heaviest you can place on the pocket rocket? Looking to have versatility, and hoping I can place something heavier than the piece.. this might be a very silly question, so I apologize! But- much appreciated, please and thankyou!
Hi Jaci! I have personally only ever used a 750 ml pot with this stove, but have seen others use slightly larger pots without an issue. The biggest thing to keep in mind is that it’s meant to be more of a minimalist ultralight stove, so while it does work well for cooking in the backcountry, its geared more towards folks cooking simpler meals rather than big feasts. It is a pretty versatile stove though and works well for most folks!
i was trying to figure out why everytime id screw in the propane it would all just shoot out once you said that the lever controls it i was good, as of now 5 mins later i’m boiling water !
Is there a tripod stand to give the fuel canister more stability ? Perhaps a tripod grill that straddles the stove to stabilize the cook pot, especially for larger or heavier pots such as a Dutch ovens or fry pans.
There definitely is! There are several companies that sell little clips that attach to the bottom of the fuel canister to stabilize it, usually three I believe.
Yes there is one by msr
I just got two of the stoves and can't find any canisters anywhere? (Ontario, Canada) The Mec store is closed, nothing but groceries, essential to buy for past month or more.Anyone know where to get them? Your video was helpful.
Oh no! That has to be frustrating! Usually when I haven’t been able to get fuel from MEC/REI I have been able to get it from other outdoor stores or outfitters, but it sounds like that might not be an option right now. It looks like you can order isobutane fuel from Amazon, but it will be expensive particularly if shipping to Canada since they can only send it via ground
@@TheMostImportantStep No, I can't have fuel delivered either , from US or here in Canada. I have just seen a valve to order on Amazon that changes the use from either 7/16 to EN417 etc . So I will just use the small green propane containers. Heavy but it works. Those canisters everyone buys in the US seem to be sold everywhere there, even in corner stores. Canada needs to get with the program!
Great work around!
Trail communities are definitely great about keeping them stocked here, but I know there was a shortage last summer as there was an uptick in hiking (at least in Colorado). One of few cons to these stoves unfortunately
How long does one of those gas canisters burn for non stop?
What was the price of this Chinese stove ? And how much burn time did you get out of the msr ?? I generally backpack with my biolite campstove 2 plus cause i don't want to pack out spent gas cans if I don't want to.
I believe it costs $40-$50 depending on where you buy it. Burn time varies a lot depending on the weather and how high you have it cranked up. Usually 1 small canister lasts me a week or two, but I don't drink coffee.
so after you detached the fuel canister, can you safely put it back in the backpack? i mean, it won't leak or anything, it's perfectly safe (after you've 'broken the seal'?)
Yes! The gas can re-seals itself once you detach the pocket rocket
@@TheMostImportantStep thanks alot for the reply. Will test out my pocket rocket during the summer months, for the first time. Your vid was very informative, good job
Used my MSR Pocket Rocket last year but didn't take it off the canister. Do you think it is safe to test it?
Im sure its safe. Hopefully its gas left in bottle
I don't know of a single user of this Stove that just "throws away" the CASE for the stove. It is perfect protection for your stove. And fits a mini Bic lighter or a few matches perfectly! I place a strip of sand paper in it to strike those matches on, and presto! Were ready to cook!
On average about how many days can you expect the gas can to last? I know there are many variables but just like a ball park? Thx
You’re right, depends on how often you use it, how far you want to boil water, etc. I can get a small canister to last ~7-8 days, but I also don’t drink coffee 😁
@@TheMostImportantStep thank you!
@@TheMostImportantStep does the gas canister itself have a valve of some sort to prevent gas leakage everytime you remove the stove or can you remove it only once the canister is empty? I'm new to backpacking so please help a guy out ✌🏻
There isn’t a valve on the canister, just the Pocket Rocket stove. The gas can automatically seals itself when you unscrew the stove so that you’re able to use the it multiple times. Hope that helps!
@@TheMostImportantStep definitely helps! Thanks a mil! 💪🏻
I assumed counter clockwise was off and wasted a lot of fuel just screwing it on
How many uses do you get with that can of fuel?
It really depends on what your making and how you’re making it. If you drink coffee and do legit cooking it won’t last as long as if you are just boiling water for dinner. Mine usually last 1-2 weeks depending on how much I’m cooking, but I don’t drink coffee.
This thing is so great.
It will boil a pot of water in 2 minutes flat. 16-24 Oz no problem.
Does it matter which way we turned on the valve to close it? Clockwise? Counter wise?
Great question! For turning the gas on and off you will need to follow the normal “righty tighty, lefty loosy” rule of thumb so if you’re looking straight at the valve clockwise tightens/closes it and counter clockwise loosens/opens it. MSR even has a nice little +\- sign to make it easy to remember.
For storage, it doesn’t matter which way you lay the valve bracket although it is more compact if you open the valve a little then flip the bracket to either side so it fits under the legs/pot holders.
Hope that helps! Let me know if I can clarify anything else!
@@TheMostImportantStep Thank you!!!
Glad to help!
one thing 'every canister works' - threaded ones. You have non threaded ones so that's the only bit I would reconsider as you're making the video for newbies.
That hissing sound when you screwed the canister on is because - like everyone else on UA-cam - you didn’t make sure the valve was completely closed before screwing the head on. You lose gas unnecessarily. Shut the valve tight!
Do not throw away the case.
Hi there! I would love to hear what makes you say that, that way others can learn from your comment
Gotta love Gen Zs. OMG! anybody that wants to, can buy FIRE?!!? Just about anyplace?
9 minutes? Video should have been about 9 seconds. It ain't that hard