Some more suggestions... don't pack as much wood in, have it in the center and leave space around the edge so that there is room for air to move between the wood and the sides of the stove. Also, cut the wood an inch or two shorter. Finally, as you can see, wood doesn't burn. The gases from the wood burn/oxidize. The idea is to get the wood hot enough so that it is converting to gas, and then to keep the gas burning. The Solo Stove concentrates the heat because it reflects off of the side of the stove. About half of the wood load you started with will give you a REALLY hot fire very quickly. Then, as you learned, once the wood gets to where it is coals, bring it together with your poker at the bottom of the stove and toss a couple of new pieces in. As seen towards the end of your video, the heat from the coals will start the vaporization process and it will ignite quickly. You could have used the same quantity of wood, had a longer, more 'vibrant' fire, and gotten as much if not more heat out of it. But... you get the hang of it.
Great video, I resisted the urge to comment on the 6.0 video but then saw you corrected it here. Perhaps have a 6.5 version where the wood in the centre is too large, but around the outside it is cut to fit. I think it would get started fairly fast, but with extra fuel in the centre you keep the holes unblocked but still load it up with bigger wood. I'd like one of these myself but cannot afford it right now, maybe in the fall when I'll need it though
Placing wood vertically is the best way to get the fire started. I'd remove the center log and use some 91% alcohol and vegetable oil poured on on some rolled-up paper towels as a fire starter.
I dont know how I missed your comment 7 months ago, but I did. I have 3 more videos planned, unfortunately I need surgery so it will be a couple months, but I can't wait to get back out there! Thanks for watching!!
How about lighting from one edge and see if the fire moves around the edge or cuts through the middle? Does gasification happen faster if the walls can preheat the gases?
I like that idea, I'm already thinking about what to use to light it all the way around the edge. To be straight with you I'm having surgery tomorrow and may not be physically able to do this for a month or 2 but I'm already looking forward to it! And since the solo stove doesn't do gasification well for the 1st 10 - 15 minutes it does stand to reason that preheated walls make all the difference. Thanks for watching!!
I read your comment wrong, about lightning just one edge, honestly I want to do both fires, light one in one spot on the edge, like you suggested, and do one where I light it all the way around, so you gave me 2 great ideas, thanks!!
@@groverscorner2364 packing crumpled ring of newspaper around the lower part of wall before packing with wood might serve as your starting points... just enough paper for a start....
I just love that stove and would love to own one. The temperature though is not perfect to cook on since it is to hot. I wonder how long it will take for someone to come up with a home made extra equipment cooking area.
So funny you mentioned using twine or something, I actually have a video where I tried something similar let me know what u think. Watch "Swedish torch test no.5. Anyone can do this! This is the way." on UA-cam ua-cam.com/video/T1SFuqQY76k/v-deo.html
Does it burn longer this way than regular fire in the solo stove? Meaning for same amount of wood, do you think this birned faster or slower overall? Almost ready to commit to solo stove but I've heard you fly though wood...
I haven't noticed if I go thru more wood in the solo, but I also never gave it any thought. But the amount of wood I used in this particular fire most likely would have lasted a lot longer if I had only put in a couple pieces of wood as needed at a time instead of all at once. What I like best about the solo are 2 things, 1. It really does make WAY less smoke that normal and 2. It burns the wood thoroughly and almost leaves no ash. Thanks for watching!
The brick fire pit/ring came 1st, later my wife bought me the solo fire stove. And I think they go well together. Plus my 6 year old granddaughter can't run up to solo stove accidentally and get burnt.
I'm expecting to receive our solo stove next week. Do the logs last longer when using either the Swedish torch or upside down method? Excellent video by the way.
Hello, I needed some time to review my past fires to hopefully give you the best answer to your question. It's kinda close especially since it's easier to add wood to an upside down fire but if your not going to ad wood at all, a good Swedish torch style fire usually seems to last longer than an upside down fire.
Fires in the solo stove will burn faster and hotter than in a standard fire pit. Be prepared to go through wood faster. That being said this Swedish Fire Torch method seems to keep going a long time.
Some more suggestions... don't pack as much wood in, have it in the center and leave space around the edge so that there is room for air to move between the wood and the sides of the stove. Also, cut the wood an inch or two shorter. Finally, as you can see, wood doesn't burn. The gases from the wood burn/oxidize. The idea is to get the wood hot enough so that it is converting to gas, and then to keep the gas burning. The Solo Stove concentrates the heat because it reflects off of the side of the stove. About half of the wood load you started with will give you a REALLY hot fire very quickly. Then, as you learned, once the wood gets to where it is coals, bring it together with your poker at the bottom of the stove and toss a couple of new pieces in. As seen towards the end of your video, the heat from the coals will start the vaporization process and it will ignite quickly. You could have used the same quantity of wood, had a longer, more 'vibrant' fire, and gotten as much if not more heat out of it. But... you get the hang of it.
I am taking your advice under consideration...👍
Thanks for watching!!!
Great Video. What would you cook, on something this size?
Great video, I resisted the urge to comment on the 6.0 video but then saw you corrected it here. Perhaps have a 6.5 version where the wood in the centre is too large, but around the outside it is cut to fit. I think it would get started fairly fast, but with extra fuel in the centre you keep the holes unblocked but still load it up with bigger wood. I'd like one of these myself but cannot afford it right now, maybe in the fall when I'll need it though
Placing wood vertically is the best way to get the fire started. I'd remove the center log and use some 91% alcohol and vegetable oil poured on on some rolled-up paper towels as a fire starter.
Nice,
I love my Solo. Planning on trying the Swedish torch soon.
So fun!
You had me at Nathan4071. Haha. I saw your other torch video 🔥🔥 interesting for sure. Looking forward to more videos. 👍🇺🇸
I dont know how I missed your comment 7 months ago, but I did. I have 3 more videos planned, unfortunately I need surgery so it will be a couple months, but I can't wait to get back out there! Thanks for watching!!
Haha no worries. Good luck and get healthy. 👍😁
Nice test!
Thanks! And Thanks for watching!
How about lighting from one edge and see if the fire moves around the edge or cuts through the middle?
Does gasification happen faster if the walls can preheat the gases?
I like that idea, I'm already thinking about what to use to light it all the way around the edge. To be straight with you I'm having surgery tomorrow and may not be physically able to do this for a month or 2 but I'm already looking forward to it!
And since the solo stove doesn't do gasification well for the 1st 10 - 15 minutes it does stand to reason that preheated walls make all the difference. Thanks for watching!!
I read your comment wrong, about lightning just one edge, honestly I want to do both fires, light one in one spot on the edge, like you suggested, and do one where I light it all the way around, so you gave me 2 great ideas, thanks!!
@@groverscorner2364 packing crumpled ring of newspaper around the lower part of wall before packing with wood might serve as your starting points... just enough paper for a start....
I just love that stove and would love to own one. The temperature though is not perfect to cook on since it is to hot. I wonder how long it will take for someone to come up with a home made extra equipment cooking area.
It's definitely difficult to cook on, thanks for watching!!
As John Clifford said, make a smaller bundle. Use some twine to tie it into a bundle.
So funny you mentioned using twine or something, I actually have a video where I tried something similar let me know what u think.
Watch "Swedish torch test no.5. Anyone can do this! This is the way." on UA-cam
ua-cam.com/video/T1SFuqQY76k/v-deo.html
Does it burn longer this way than regular fire in the solo stove? Meaning for same amount of wood, do you think this birned faster or slower overall? Almost ready to commit to solo stove but I've heard you fly though wood...
I haven't noticed if I go thru more wood in the solo, but I also never gave it any thought. But the amount of wood I used in this particular fire most likely would have lasted a lot longer if I had only put in a couple pieces of wood as needed at a time instead of all at once. What I like best about the solo are 2 things, 1. It really does make WAY less smoke that normal and 2. It burns the wood thoroughly and almost leaves no ash. Thanks for watching!
How long were the logs
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Thanks! I appreciate that!!
The life of a pyromaniac.
Just cut pieces in half. A little shorter but much easier.
I like that idea, I'll try it! Thanks for watching!
Why do ;you put a masonry fier ring around the solo stove?
The brick fire pit/ring came 1st, later my wife bought me the solo fire stove. And I think they go well together. Plus my 6 year old granddaughter can't run up to solo stove accidentally and get burnt.
Watch "DIY fire pit Perfect for the Solo fire stove. Best fire pit build. How to build a fire pit." on UA-cam
ua-cam.com/video/aWcnzU9EbGE/v-deo.html
@@groverscorner2364 Thank you for the great video. gotta get one now
I'm expecting to receive our solo stove next week. Do the logs last longer when using either the Swedish torch or upside down method? Excellent video by the way.
Hello, I needed some time to review my past fires to hopefully give you the best answer to your question. It's kinda close especially since it's easier to add wood to an upside down fire but if your not going to ad wood at all, a good Swedish torch style fire usually seems to last longer than an upside down fire.
Fires in the solo stove will burn faster and hotter than in a standard fire pit. Be prepared to go through wood faster. That being said this Swedish Fire Torch method seems to keep going a long time.
So fetch