MSR PocketRocket
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Reviewed by 25 Trailspace users
Description
The PocketRocket is a compressed fuel canister stove made by MSR. It has an average rating of 4.5 stars (out of 5), based on 25 user reviews.
Here's what other sites are saying:
From Oregon Mountain Community:
"The MSR Pocket Rocket Stove gives new meaning to minimalism when it comes to canister stoves. The MSR Pocket Rocket has been the proud recipient of many awards and is a must have for all of your fast and light endeavors. Ultralight, 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. Windclip™ Windshield 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. Specifications: Weight: 3.75 oz."
From Moosejaw:
"On Sale. MSR PocketRocket Stove (Fall 2009) 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 Ramsey Outdoor:
"When it comes to canister-mounted stoves, MSR proves less is more."
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 Jacko, Oct 10, 2009
"Incredible stove! This is the type of stove that you can use at any time. If you are looking for a Jetboil or anything like that look no further. This little stove has everything you need and more! Of course it's not a mug like the Jetboil, this is the best backpacking stove on the market. It's so lightweight and extremely cheap!"
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Reviewed by steven, Sep 20, 2009
"This is a great stove. It's small, light, and it works. Just make sure you use it out of the wind or the heat will blow off or the flame will go out. I have used my stove for a year now with no problems so the durability is good as well."
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Reviewed by Jason Zeliff, Sep 17, 2009
"This is an awesome stove!!!! I spend my time hiking on the A. T. and take this with me every time!!! Boil time is fast and a fuel canister will last a week or more no problem. I usually make oatmeal and coffee every morning and boil water for dinner time."
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Reviewed by Mike R., Jun 21, 2009
"I have used this little stove for a lot of things. I have not tested it on the trail yet, but will be doing so soon. I have had a lot of kitchen and back yard adventures.
I used to be a chef and I was looking for a good controlled flame simmer for stuff like rice, curries, stews, soups, noodles, and oatmeal."
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Reviewed by Simpson Ting, May 04, 2009
"Got my eye shined when first used it. Like the name suggests, the jet of flame is pretty like a rocket! From tiny simmer to full throttle, any cook who possesses it can adjust very specifically. Nice one!"
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Reviewed by Absaroka, Feb 18, 2009
"I also own an MSR Whisperlite and several alcohol stoves, but this is now the only one I take backpacking.
It's durable - almost 6 years, a few boilovers and not one problem.
It's fast and efficient. It heats enough water for a dinner or a beverage in just a few minutes."
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Reviewed by igohike1, Dec 15, 2008
"A great little stove. I bought mine about four years ago and it has not let me down. I had looked into the DragonFly and the WhisperLite when this stove came out and I am glad I got it. It is much lighter than the other two stoves and only a little heaver than the ultralite alcohol type stoves."
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Reviewed by daorth, Nov 14, 2008
"This stove is pretty nice. I like stove over my old Superfly because it is more compact, lighter, and cheaper. Plus, I have had problems with push button ignition stoves in the past. I know, I can still light it with a match or lighter, but why carry the extra weight? It's just one more thing to go wrong."
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Reviewed by Skimanjohn, Oct 13, 2008
"Once I decided to go the lightweight backpacking route, not ultralight mind you, I needed to find a stove that worked well and was lightweight. The Pocket Rocket fit that bill very well.
Mind you no stove is perfect in all ways and conditions but this little beast comes close."
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Reviewed by markmclauchlin, Oct 05, 2008
"The Mountain Safety Research (MSR) Pocket Rocket is a canister mounted, single fuel, IsoPropane stove.
One of the greatest benefits of this stove, my main reason for purchase also, is its size and weight. As can be seen from the images the stove fits within the palm of my hand, and weighs only 86 grams or 3 ounces."
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Reviewed by rifinley2, Aug 14, 2008
"On long trips this thing will really help you stay fed without taking up a lot of space. It's lightweight, compact, and boils water fast."
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Reviewed by ChrisWillis, Aug 11, 2008
"An excellent value. I got mine at Adventure16 for only $30 - they had a 25% off sale on all MSR products. It has a wide range flame adjustment, allowing you to perform most cooking. It isn't the greatest for delicate foods like pancakes or baking, but is perfect for frying and boiling water."
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Reviewed by Patrick B, 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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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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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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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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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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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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