User Review: Coleman Feather 442 Dual Fuel Stove

Coleman Feather 442 Dual Fuel Stove
Above: The current Feather 442 Dual Fuel Stove, which may differ slightly from the version reviewed.

Reviewed January 1, 2008 by bige

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Price Paid: $55

I bought this stove 2 years ago when I started backpacking. It has never failed me. It consistently starts on the first try and keeps on going. I also throw it in the trunk for all of my car camping trips as a backup. It's nice to have another single burner on the side to whip up something quick for the kids when they get hungry.

The only downfall is the awkward shape of the stove. Its inability to break down into smaller pieces combined with the sharp edges on the top make it a pain to pack. I've recently started looking at different stoves to address my packing complaints with the 442. But, I will always love this stove and may go back to it if more packable stoves lack the performance of the 442.