MSR PocketRocket

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The PocketRocket is a compressed fuel canister stove made by MSR. It has an average rating of 4 stars (out of 5), based on 13 user reviews.

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From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. MSR PocketRocket Stove (Spring 2008) - Backpacker Readers Choice Award 2007 The PocketRocket Stove by MSR is a favorite of BACKPACKER Magazine Tester Andy Dappen, who said, in.This midget flamethrower is one of the lightest backpacking stoves available, and the best cartridge stove I've used.in.Specifications: Trail Weight: 3 oz (86 g) Packed Weight: 3 oz (86 g)Features: Ultra light, Pocket-Sized: Weights just 3 oz. (86 g). Palm-size dimensions, 4x4x2 inches. Simple, Lightening-Fast Operation: No need for priming, pressurizing or maintenance. Blazing Heat Output: Boils a liter of water in under 3.5 minutes. Simmer or Boil: Glove-friendly controls allow precise flame adjustment and stability. Micro-burner, tri-sectional clip protects flame in light wind gusts. Burns MSR IsoPro Premium Fuel: Clean burning, ultimate performance from start to finish of canister life."

From Backcountry.com:
"The MSR 3 ounce PocketRocket defines ultralight for all you gram-counting backpackers. Its compact stature does not eliminate functional controls, as there is no preheating, priming, or pressurizing required. Just twist the glove-friendly control valve and light. The PocketRocket stove quickly delivers a steady, hot flame that backcountry chefs can adjust to a simmer or boil without taking off their mitts. It excels on any trip where weight and a hot meal are a premium fast-and-light climbs and multi-day ascents included. Just remember, freezing temps reduce the performance of a canister stove drastically, so you may want a liquid fuel stove for wintertime excursions. *Fuel and fuel bottles sold separately."

From Altrec Outdoors:
"No prime, minimal grime. The compact and lightweight MSR PocketRocket is a superb canister stove for minimalist adventures and hassle-free weekend backpacking trips. This small design tucks away in the corner of most packs and features a profile smaller than most MSR IsoPro fuel canisters. Unlike liquid fuel stoves, there's no need to hassle with priming the stove--just turn the knob and light the burner. Hot water is moments away. One eight-ounce MSR IsoPro fuel canister will burn for a 60-minute average."

From RockCreek:
"At a mere 3 ounces, MSR's compact and powerful Pocket Rocket is the lightest in the Super Light category. It includes a durable fitted carrying case allowing the PocketRocket to fit into the smallest pack spaces. Made with high quality stainless steel, aluminum, and brass, the PocketRocket is durable and maintenance free. Simple in design, this stove requires no preheating, priming or pressurizing just twist the control valve and light. It quickly delivers a steady, hot flame that backcountry chefs can adjust to simmer or boil. Designed for use with MSR IsoPro Premium Blend Fuel for maximum efficiency, the PocketRocket also fits other threaded butane canisters. The PocketRocket excels on any trip where weight is a premium: minimalist overnight climbs or traverses, multi-day light alpine ascents, or expedition high-camps. BACKPACKER Magazine Tester Andy Dappen, said of the Pocket Rocket, "This midget flamethrower is one of the lightest backpacking stoves available, and the best cartridge stove I ve used." Compare MSR Stoves"

User Reviews

PocketRocket
Reviewed by Patrick, Oct 26, 2007

"Great little stove. It is easy to pack, super simple to connect to a fuel bottle and light, and easy to maintain. I've had no problems with this stove in general, but I'll state the obvious by saying you must ensure a stable placement on the ground before loading a heavy pot onto it."

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PocketRocket
Reviewed by Brett Bowers, Sep 05, 2007

"I've used this for about 4-5 years and it is nice for a light weight no nonsense stove. You can't take it to altitude or really cold climates but for most of my trips it has been great. It does have a fairly tight heat pattern so be careful using it to cook eggs and pancakes on."

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PocketRocket
Reviewed by Josh, Jun 06, 2007

"Great lightweight stove for 3-season use. Boils and cooks best if you use a tall narrow pot as the heat source is small. Not recommended for winter trips, had one in norther Wisconsin in Feb with temps in single digits and just didn't keep up."

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Reviewed by Neilthemeal, Apr 07, 2007

"The stove is an effective one. I first got to try it out in South Dakota in December. The cold didn't seem to bother it at all. It's light as hell, it heats up fast and MSR makes durable good products so I'm pretty confident it will be as good in 4 years as when I got it over 1 year ago."

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PocketRocket
Reviewed by Weldman, Mar 12, 2007

"I've been mainly a gas stove person after a bad experience using a old blue canister stove in the 1970s. I decided to try this one since the price was right and had seen so many on the trail. After using this stove on a recent overnighter, I started to rethink about my choice in stoves."

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Reviewed by Vince Barnard, Mar 03, 2007

"I started with a much heavier multi fuel stove. Now I will never go back. Very light weight and boils a cup of water in about two minutes, and with practice this can be done in 25 MPH winds. I fry spam and eggs in the mornings without a hiccup. What a great little stove. Don't leave the home without one..."

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Reviewed by ROMADOZ, Feb 06, 2007

"As with other reviews, kinda small burner, but beyond that, love the thing. I use it with my DragonFly to teach Boy Scouts and have had no problems with it for the 8 or so camping trips it has gone on."

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PocketRocket
Reviewed by greenninja5150, Jan 20, 2007

"I bought this thing about a year and a half ago from REI. From the start I knew this would really only be good for boiling water. It has a pretty small hot spot. Yeah, you could cook something with this if you really wanted to but it's more effort than I wish to expend."

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Reviewed by danielgoldberg86, Oct 03, 2006

"I am a big fan of the Pocket Rocket. I have used it on multiple trips and it hasn't failed me yet. There is good control over flame size, and when going full throttle it can boil stuff fast.

My concern is the same as others, I often get quite scared about it tipping when using it."

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PocketRocket
Reviewed by Treker, Apr 18, 2006

"This stove is truley impressive in comparison to some of the other backpacking stoves I have seen. The flame can be turned into a rather large torch and if you want to just have a small simmer flame it can also serve that purpose. My favorite thing about the stove would have to be the weight and the space saved in your backpack. Truley a must buy for a hiking stove."

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Reviewed by JD, Mar 11, 2006

"Great compact stove, and it's not too loud even at full power. My only gripe is the stability of this, and many other canister stoves -- I'd recommend some kind of support underneath the canister to prevent accidental spills."

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Reviewed by Nathan, Oct 12, 2004

"Love this little stove. Canister is definitely the way to go if you aren't going to be out in the cold, and even then I've heard of some ways to weasel around the cold (though they seemed to be a bit of a hastle). You can't beat the ease of getting the stove going, as well as the super low maintenance."

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Reviewed by Ryan Hammonds, Aug 11, 2004

"Great warm weather stove. Very light and small. Not great for very cold weather or high altitude. Don't forget to bring a wind shield."

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