Optimus Nova

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The Nova is a liquid fuel stove made by Optimus. It has an average rating of 5 stars (out of 5), based on 4 user reviews.

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From Campmor:
"An award winner many times over and the benchmark for outdoor cooking equipment standards, Optimus Nova backpacking stove has it all; performance, durability and ease of use. Outdoor adventures, including those on polar expeditions rely on the Optimus Nova to fire up in a snap with its patented quick -priming burner. Users can rest assured knowing that this camp stove will always burn strong and clean thanks to the Magic magnetic cleaning needle. Its self-purging Flipstop pump makes shutdown a task simple enough for one finger and despite the Nova's long reach pot supports it folds up smaller than its fuel tank. Easy to maintain, even in the field. Hinged burner plate on the burner head. Precision flame control valve. Turbine shaped legs offer an extremely small stuff size when collapsed and a stable pot support when extended. EZ connect coupling of burner to pump. Includes easy to use stuff bag with windshield. Includes burner, pump, tool, instructions, o-rings, fuel filter & lubricant. Flipstop pump with smoother pump stroke operation. Rating: 2850W. Burn time: Up to 2.5 hours at maximum output with M size fuel bottle, using 450 ml/ 15 fl. oz. fuel. Boil time: 34 fl oz. (1 L of water) Down to 3.5 minutes depending on climate, altitudes etc. Fuel: Optimus Arctic fuel, white gas, kerosene, diesel, jet fuel (not included). Size: 3.5 in. x 2.5 in. x 5.5 in. (when folded). Weight: 15.3 oz. (250 g). Fuel bottle not included."

From Backcountry.com:
"The lightweight, compact, dependable Optimus Nova Stove takes on the harshest conditions from arctic travel to high-altitude mountaineering. It runs on white gas, Optimus arctic fuel, kerosene, diesel, and jet fuel, which is why it has become a popular choice for expedition travel where fuel may be limited. The Nova Stove's quick-priming gets a roaring flame going quickly, and the adjustable heat lets you simmer as well as boil. This burly white gas expedition stove weighs only 15 ounces and packs smaller than a fuel bottle. Get one for base camp and one to pack for your ultralight summit push."

From Altrec Outdoors:
"The Optimus Nova Stove includes the patent pending Powerline for precision flame control at a distance from the flame by simply twisting the fuel hose. This stove also offers the stability of wide pot supports that fold around the burner for packing convenience and its serrated burner arms assure that the pan stays in place. Details like EZ-coupling for quick connection of the burner to the pump, the quick priming burner, self-purging aluminium Flipstop pump and a built in magnetic cleaning needle make sure that user's outdoor experience are all good ones. No matter what the conditions, the Optimus Nova+ will cook up meals that make users feel right at home in nature."

From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. Optimus Nova Stove (Fall 2008) The award winning Nova by Optimus has received weigh more than the stove itself. An award winner many times over and the benchmark for outdoor cooking equipment standards, Optimus Nova has it all; performance, durability and ease of use. Outdoor adventures, including those on polar expeditions, rely on the Optimus Nova to fire up in a snap with its patented quick-priming burner. Users can rest assured knowing that the Optimus Nova will always burn strong and clean thanks to the MAGIC magnetic cleaning needle. Its self-purging Flipstop pump makes shutdown a task simple enough for one finger and despite the Optimus Nova's long reach pot supports, it folds up smaller than its fuel tank. That means more room for food. Get cooking!Features: Easy to use and reliable innovative burner and pump technology precise flame control compact Specs: Fuel: Optimus Arctic Fuel, White Gas, Kerosene, Diesel, Jet Fuel Weight: 435 g (with pump) Measurement folded: 90x65x140 mm Rating: 2850 W Burn time: Up to 2,5 hours at maximum output with M size fuel bottle (using 450 ml fuel) Boil time (1 L of water): Down to 3,5 minutes depending on climate, altitude etc. Included in package: Includes burner with valve and stuff bag (fuel bottle not included)"

User Reviews

Nova
Reviewed by Jane Ritchey, Nov 24, 2007

"I have had this stove for about three months now and have discovered a very serious problem. In the beginning I chose the Optimus Nova over the Brunton equivalent because there were fewer plastic parts. The Brunton comes with a fuel bottle, the Optimus didn't."

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Nova
Reviewed by Rob Dziak, Aug 21, 2007

"This is my first liquid gas stove that I've bought, and judging by how sturdy this sucker is built it will be my last. It primes fairly quick and simmers like all get out. I use it at home all the time and have yet to get hassled by it. A wee bit on the expensive side, but a stern stove nonetheless...get busy with this stove and your belly-welly will thank you!"

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Nova
Reviewed by Stephen Van Der Mark, Sep 13, 2006

"Being a wildlife biologist primarily working in Africa I need a reliable multi-fuel stove. For years I have used the MSR-XKG, the granddaddy of them all with great pleasure. But, I have to admit, the plastic pump was not exactly reliable. Two years ago I switched to the Optimus Nova."

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Nova
Reviewed by craneman, Apr 06, 2005

"This is a great little stove and the customer service is first rate. I got the stove at Galyans now Dicks (DICK'S SUCKS but that's another story)
The first time I tried it leaked so I called them, the quick connect was bad. Cindy (I think) sent me a new one that day before I sent them the bad one."

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