I've carried a Trekker kit in my pack for the past couple of years. Had a Base Camp kit years ago but it got stolen. I no longer need the larger model, and I really like the smaller version. I usually don't carry the cooking rack anymore, preferring to cook over the Hobo Stove attachment. Very good tutorial video; brief and to the point.
I just realized that one of the big pluses with the Kelly kettle, is being a wood burning system is that the fire soot is in the inside keeping your kit cleaner.
Love my Trekker, just a nice size for doing the Mrs and I a brew up on the local hills. I also have the Scout, for when we take the Grandkids on the hills. Hot Chocolate for everyone with no messing about. Well worth the cost for its practicality.
I have a basecamp kit for the car and a trekker kit for the backpack, I like not having to carry fuel, I also like the way it boils with hardly any fuel, thirdly I like the way it happily uses any dry biomass. Be mindful to clean the chimney of soot/tar on occasion to maintain efficiency. On any woodland walk it takes seconds to collect the required fuel for the next boil. I'm a big fan of this old tech.
Great video, thank you! I have 2, the Trekker & the Scout, love them both. Sure I have gas & canister stoves but for a truly relaxing outdoor cooking experience, I’ll take the kettle.
I recently purchased one of these Trekkers, for wild camping. Was surprised how quickly it boils! It's a really nice piece of kit, very tangible, and I love that it doesn't use gas. Great video, subbed!
Good job. I have 1 & only improvement on the Trekker could be to add the larger cook set as I believe the whole kit would fit in larger pot wit lid inverted under the pot. Not sure if it will fit in original bag diameter wise, but I will be buying a larger Kelly Kettle cook set for mine after the Easter madness. Thanks for sharing.
Take garden secateurs to chop the twigs much more easily and quickly to length. And a folding spoon in the nesting cups, so your never going to be without an eating or cooking utensil.
I want to like it but I could see an accident waiting to happen if not paying attention while grabbing the handle with the flames shooting out from underneath.
Hello, Sorry to bother you but I was wondering if you could give some indication once the kettle is empty after boiling how long does it take to cool down so that it can be packed in it’s carrying bag. Thanks Paul,,
The description of the cup says that you can boil water in it. I'm wondering if that's only the case with alcohol stoves or can I boil a water in the cup on a Coleman propane stove? I don't wanna melt my cup trying 😂
I have the Basecamp model which I keep in the car (mostly), but I'm about to - I think - order the Trekker. One of the benefits of this type of storm kettle is the availability of fuel - there's not much that won't burn, from twigs and leaves, to dry dung, to bags of crisps or tortilla chips (I've experimented with a few in the 'Shorts' section on my channel... tortilla chips are awesome! ua-cam.com/users/shorts-YsJcOREMjc ). Thanks for the vid
I can't see any use for the pot stand because the water boils so very quick and you can't use the kettle without water, also the frying pan, like many other inclusive kits, is so small its useless for bacon or sausages. The kettle is heavy and very bulky too. All l see is an archaic, outdated novelty.
The pot stand can hold the fire base , that stops the surface underneath getting scorched . The kettle boils water fast . Weight is saved as you do not not need to carry fuel . As the fire is protected it works in the wind and rain . On the smaller model the cook kit is too small but you can buy the kettle and base separately and add your choice of cookware . I use mine a lot for bike packing , otherwise I use my archaic Trangia .
@@rickheasman8547 Hardly any weight saved as even without fuel its still really heavy & bulky, plus you've still got to search & gather fuel which will be wet if raining. I do like the look of it though so may try one out. On my bike packing trips l take a Soto Amicus, and a small gas canister, both of which fit inside a small titanium mug.
Agree, it's a bit of a novelty to use the pot stand above the kettle, as the temperature is much lower than on the hobo stove. It's best used for holding the firebase off the ground. I’ve used the included stainless steel plates (not shown in this video), with the gripper, as a larger frying pan.
I've carried a Trekker kit in my pack for the past couple of years. Had a Base Camp kit years ago but it got stolen. I no longer need the larger model, and I really like the smaller version. I usually don't carry the cooking rack anymore, preferring to cook over the Hobo Stove attachment. Very good tutorial video; brief and to the point.
Thanks for your vid. Sold me!
I just realized that one of the big pluses with the Kelly kettle, is being a wood burning system is that the fire soot is in the inside keeping your kit cleaner.
Great review! Thanks for this! Now I gotta deep dive and watch all your videos
Love my Trekker, just a nice size for doing the Mrs and I a brew up on the local hills. I also have the Scout, for when we take the Grandkids on the hills. Hot Chocolate for everyone with no messing about. Well worth the cost for its practicality.
I already have the Trekker and love it, but also just ordered the Scout ultimate camping kit.
Nice instructional clip. 👍
I have a basecamp kit for the car and a trekker kit for the backpack, I like not having to carry fuel, I also like the way it boils with hardly any fuel, thirdly I like the way it happily uses any dry biomass. Be mindful to clean the chimney of soot/tar on occasion to maintain efficiency. On any woodland walk it takes seconds to collect the required fuel for the next boil. I'm a big fan of this old tech.
Thanks for the video, a Kelly kettle has been on my buy list for some time now, I ordered this kit tonight and think I'll be happy with it.
Awesome video keep up the good work. Also appreciate you putting everything in American measurements for us .
That’s a great looking stove - you’ve got so many things you can use it for! Thanks for sharing
Great video, thank you! I have 2, the Trekker & the Scout, love them both. Sure I have gas & canister stoves but for a truly relaxing outdoor cooking experience, I’ll take the kettle.
I was gifted a base camp setup from my father in law, and can't wait to use it! Thanks for the info!
Love kelly kettles they awesome love mine
I recently purchased one of these Trekkers, for wild camping. Was surprised how quickly it boils! It's a really nice piece of kit, very tangible, and I love that it doesn't use gas. Great video, subbed!
Good job. I have 1 & only improvement on the Trekker could be to add the larger cook set as I believe the whole kit would fit in larger pot wit lid inverted under the pot. Not sure if it will fit in original bag diameter wise, but I will be buying a larger Kelly Kettle cook set for mine after the Easter madness. Thanks for sharing.
Very interesting set! i very like whistle in bottle! Thank you :)
We love the Kelly Kettle! We have the Basecamp model for our channel, since it is for 2 of us (or more if my wife comes).
An awesome piece of kit! Well worth the weight and size for what it offers in return!
That thing is cool going to have to get me one of them and try
It's survival stove for small area good for hammock tarp camping
Take garden secateurs to chop the twigs much more easily and quickly to length.
And a folding spoon in the nesting cups, so your never going to be without an eating or cooking utensil.
Excellent tips, much appreciated C. D.
I want to like it but I could see an accident waiting to happen if not paying attention while grabbing the handle with the flames shooting out from underneath.
Hello,
Sorry to bother you but I was wondering if you could give some indication once the kettle is empty after boiling how long does it take to cool down so that it can be packed in it’s carrying bag.
Thanks
Paul,,
I love your content
Thanks Aaron, very glad you enjoy the content sir!
Good peice of kit.
The description of the cup says that you can boil water in it. I'm wondering if that's only the case with alcohol stoves or can I boil a water in the cup on a Coleman propane stove? I don't wanna melt my cup trying 😂
NICE.
Cool gear
lol. Honestly, I can’t believe how elaborate and heavy that looks. Why not just make a little fire… you’re doing that anyway? Madness.
A nice kit, but it seems difficult to clean the kettle inside.
I have the Basecamp model which I keep in the car (mostly), but I'm about to - I think - order the Trekker. One of the benefits of this type of storm kettle is the availability of fuel - there's not much that won't burn, from twigs and leaves, to dry dung, to bags of crisps or tortilla chips (I've experimented with a few in the 'Shorts' section on my channel... tortilla chips are awesome! ua-cam.com/users/shorts-YsJcOREMjc ). Thanks for the vid
Dude set up right in the poison ivy
We don't have poison ivy in the UK, so he didn't.
petromax is better i think .
Too big, bulky and heavy for me! 😂
I can't see any use for the pot stand because the water boils so very quick and you can't use the kettle without water, also the frying pan, like many other inclusive kits, is so small its useless for bacon or sausages. The kettle is heavy and very bulky too. All l see is an archaic, outdated novelty.
Seems to be the current thing to review on you tube bushcraft channels. Kelly kettle must have dished a few of these out .
The pot stand can hold the fire base , that stops the surface underneath getting scorched . The kettle boils water fast . Weight is saved as you do not not need to carry fuel . As the fire is protected it works in the wind and rain . On the smaller model the cook kit is too small but you can buy the kettle and base separately and add your choice of cookware . I use mine a lot for bike packing , otherwise I use my archaic Trangia .
Definitely interesting! Seems Kool for sure . Keep pumping out these good videos my friend
@@rickheasman8547 Hardly any weight saved as even without fuel its still really heavy & bulky, plus you've still got to search & gather fuel which will be wet if raining.
I do like the look of it though so may try one out.
On my bike packing trips l take a Soto Amicus, and a small gas canister, both of which fit inside a small titanium mug.
Agree, it's a bit of a novelty to use the pot stand above the kettle, as the temperature is much lower than on the hobo stove. It's best used for holding the firebase off the ground. I’ve used the included stainless steel plates (not shown in this video), with the gripper, as a larger frying pan.