MSR WhisperLite Internationale

MSR WhisperLite Internationale

Average Rating: rated 4.50 of 5 stars
Reviewed by 19 Trailspace users

Description

The WhisperLite Internationale is a liquid fuel stove made by MSR. It has an average rating of 4.5 stars (out of 5), based on 19 user reviews.

Here's what other sites are saying:

From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. MSR WhisperLite International Stove (Fall 2009) The WhisperLite International by MSR combines the reliability and durability of the Whisper Lite with multi-fuel burning capabilities, making it the ideal stove for globetrotting backpackers.Specifications: Trail Weight: 11.5 oz (330 g) Packed Weight: 15.5 oz (460 g)Features: Burns white gas, kerosene and unleaded auto fuel. Made with an extra-durable fuel line, including Shaker Jet technology. Folds and packs into MSR cookset."

From REI:
"Built tough for travel, the compact, multi-fuel MSR Whisperlite International stove allows you to use a variety of fuels available worldwide! Whisperlite International can run on white gas, kerosene, jet fuel and unleaded automobile fuel, making it the perfect stove for globetrotters. Self-purging pump is durable, easy to adjust and won't leak when you remove it from the stove after cooking. Stove unclogs itself as you hike; stove jet features a unique shaker, self-cleaning needle. Priming-wick shortens lighting and priming time so you can eat sooner. Large-diameter fuel line lets you burn poor-quality fuels such as unleaded gasoline with less maintenance and fewer cleanings than other stoves. Includes windscreen, reflector and storage sack. Requires MSR Fuel Bottle for operation, sold separately. Weight of liquid fuel stove includes only stove and fuel pump."

From Massey's:
"The WhisperLite Internationale combines the reliability and durability of the WhisperLite with multi-fuel burning capabilities, making it the ideal stove for globetrotting backpackers. Burns white gas, kerosene and unleaded auto fuel Made with an extra-durable fuel line, including Shaker Jet technology Folds and packs into MSR cookset Minimum Weight : 11.5 oz. (330 g) Packaged Weight : 15.5 oz. (460 g) Fuel Bottle Sold Separately"

From Oregon Mountain Community:
"The MSR WhisperLite Internationale combines the reliability and durability of the WhisperLite with multi-fuel burning capabilities, making it the ideal stove for globetrotting backpackers. Burns white gas, kerosene and unleaded auto fuel Made with an extra-durable fuel line, including Shaker Jet technology Folds and packs into MSR cookset Specifications: Weight: 11.5 oz. ***Does not come with a fuel bottle***"

User Reviews

rated 4.5 of 5 stars WhisperLite Internationale
Reviewed by LeTiger, Apr 03, 2009

"I first used this stove as part of a 2-month outdoor program, and absolutely loved it. It held up to constant abuse, as well as the occasional torrential downpour.

I purchased one for personal use last summer and was slightly less enamored by it, but as it still works great for the most part, I am very happy with it."

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rated 3 of 5 stars WhisperLite Internationale
Reviewed by M Manzo, Feb 17, 2009

"I first used this stove while attending a mountaineering school in Alaska. I used it again in a cold weather survival course too. It's a temperamental stove during the priming process. It has a tendency to flare up occassionaly. The rubber seals seem to wear out quickly."

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rated 5 of 5 stars WhisperLite Internationale
Reviewed by dobber, Jan 30, 2009

"The Whisperlite is the only stove I've owned. I am on my second now, only because the first was lost (don't let your friends borrow your good stuff!). I am actually grateful since MSR has refined this little beauty to even closer perfection.

The pump seems better designed and the seals/O-rings are more durable."

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WhisperLite Internationale
Reviewed by paul h, Dec 18, 2008

"DON'T BUY IT

i have two of these - both given to me and I leave them both at home

i think they might have changed the plunger design, but mine literally came apart in my hands every time i tried to pump it the fuel line got blocked within 3 mins of using it with unleaded petrol

it has almost no simmer control - yes i know not that important at 27000 feet, but nice to have
its expensive for what it is

why not save a bit more + get a MSR firefly

it has a simmer control
its really easy to light
its really light to carry
it has an automated self cleaning pricker which you just turn to clean the fuel line

the only down side is that its quite difficult to take apart, but then why would I need to ."

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rated 5 of 5 stars WhisperLite Internationale
Reviewed by Mistral, Sep 01, 2008

"An excellent stove overall and a joy to use. I bought it used from a good source in great shape. I've had no problems with it at all and have managed to get the heat control thing pretty well mastered - or as best I think is achievable.

I travel a lot and so use a lot of different fuels."

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rated 5 of 5 stars WhisperLite Internationale
Reviewed by Winston, Mar 20, 2008

"Great Piece of Equipment!!

I have used this stove for several years with no malfunctions. In my opinion if you want something that works every time this would be a good choice.

Winston"

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rated 5 of 5 stars WhisperLite Internationale
Reviewed by Peter, Mar 05, 2008

"It hasn't had a lot of use but I've taken it out for a 3 day hike with a 600mL fuel bottle and damn was it powerful.

The two of us used it to cook breakfast and dinner and used about 100mL of shellite a day which isn't bad at all.

Sometimes the priming gets a bit tricky but priming is the fun part of using the stove."

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rated 4.5 of 5 stars WhisperLite Internationale
Reviewed by Pliny, Dec 21, 2007

"I looked at the reviews and will agree that this stove is reliable (and easy to fix if it does foul up). It is a real blow torch and if you need to melt snow for water this is the best. It is trusted by mountaineers and MSR stoves of this type have been for a long time."

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rated 4 of 5 stars WhisperLite Internationale
Reviewed by Brett Bowers, Sep 05, 2007

"This is the stove I first started with when I got into backpacking years ago. I wanted something that I could use anywhere and never let me down. I have never really had to worry about other fuels, I've only used white gas. But after a few years I switched to an MSR Pocket Rocket because it was so much easier."

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rated 5 of 5 stars WhisperLite Internationale
Reviewed by JEFFERY, Jun 01, 2007

"I really love this stove. I bought it and it surpassed my expectations. The only problem that I have with it is that when I use kerosene, it burns very dirty. Other than that I believe that this is the best stove that a backpacker can own."

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rated 4 of 5 stars WhisperLite Internationale
Reviewed by Anthony Ahearn, Mar 06, 2007

"I bought two of these used off of Craigslist. My first was a fairly old unit (based on the pump) although it worked fine. After purchasing the second I found the pump mechanisms to be quite different. My older unit had a gray pump where the pump slide could easily come out (actually lost part of the locking ring although it continued to pump fine)."

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rated 5 of 5 stars WhisperLite Internationale
Reviewed by Lando, Oct 10, 2006

"The best stove I've ever used. Works well at altitude and in below freezing temps. Buy the trillenium base for use in snow, or just use the lid of a large tin can. Lights easily enough, once you know what you're doing. All in all, the best stove on the market."

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rated 1 of 5 stars WhisperLite Internationale
Reviewed by Andy The Avid Climber, May 02, 2006

"The stove might be great, but the pump is usless and without the pump so is the stove. The pump cup is rubber. Bad idea. At 17,000ft it expands too much. I couldn't pump at all after an hour of trying. I finallly gave up. The pump cup comes off way too easy."

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rated 5 of 5 stars WhisperLite Internationale
Reviewed by mtnmaddmn, Apr 19, 2006

"After being introduced to this versatile workhorse on a NOLS mountaineering course in the late '90s, I bought one of my own. This stove has been on every trip I've taken since. Fuel bottles are relatively easy to find in other countries (if you're flying w/it) and ease of repair is a plus."

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rated 5 of 5 stars WhisperLite Internationale
Reviewed by Rosh, Apr 18, 2006

"I had a bad run in with a multi-fuel stove years ago and was afraid to go back. When my MSR WindPro no workee in -20F, I had to get another stove. The WhisperLite Internationale was that stove.

It takes a decent amount (not too much by my opinion) of time to warm up but burns great when it's going."

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rated 4 of 5 stars WhisperLite Internationale
Reviewed by George Townsend, Apr 14, 2006

"Great stove. As a beginner I found it a bit difficult to light at first, but you soon get the hang of it. It's all I use when I'm out and about now, well worth the money!"

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rated 5 of 5 stars WhisperLite Internationale
Reviewed by Jerry, Oct 19, 2004

"Beautiful stove. Quiet, reliable, durable. I abused mine for 10 years in Alaska without a problem and cried when it sank into the deep. I used it in temps to -40*F when canisters wouldn't dream of firing. It's hot as an afterburner, but quiet enough to hear the birds. No flame adjustment, but you can simmer using a double boil method."

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rated 5 of 5 stars WhisperLite Internationale
Reviewed by Paul Brock, Sep 19, 2004

"The MSR WhisperLite Internationale is a lightweight compact stove which is easy to use. It comes with a maintenance kit and user manual enabling trouble shooting while being off the beaten track.

The stove comes with the standard 22oz/650ml - 4."

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rated 5 of 5 stars WhisperLite Internationale
Reviewed by Eric, Aug 28, 2004

"It's not a camper's stove, it's a lightweight bomb-proof expedition stove. The seperate fuel container (common on all MSR stoves) is just an example of the terrific engineering at Mountain Safety Research.

I've used this stove in a variety of climates and conditions, from Mt."

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Where to Buy

Buy Online We found the WhisperLite Internationale at 12 online stores:

StoreProduct DescriptionPrice

CampSaver.com		MSR Whisperlite International Stove$79.95Buy Now

Moosejaw		WhisperLite International Stove$89.95Buy Now

Altrec Outdoors		WhisperLite International Stove$79.95Buy Now

REI		WhisperLite Internationale Backpacking Stove$89.95Buy Now

Massey's		MSR WhisperLite International Stove$89.95Buy Now

Ramsey Outdoor		WhisperLite 600 Internationale$79.95Buy Now

Oregon Mountain Community		Whisperlite International Stove$71.95Buy Now

Mountain Hideaway		Whisperlite International Backpacking Stove$89.95Buy Now

GearX.com		Whisperlite International$89.95Buy Now

RockCreek		WhisperLite Internationale Stove$89.95Buy Now

Gear for Adventure		WhisperLite Internationale Stove$89.95Buy Now

EMS		WhisperLite Internationale Stove$89.95Buy Now

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