This is my go to system. It's light weight, foolproof and can be modularized for your needs. For light weight use, omit the clean bladder and filter straight to your pack blad…
- CLARENCE E, 02/16/12
RALEIGH

The Platypus Gravityworks system is by and far the single best addition I have made to my backpack! On a recent hike we pumped water in the Grand Canyon for literally 25 minu…
- Mark, 03/10/11
Tampa

I pack this set for my girl and I. It packs down small and it's lightweight. You can also put the smallest M.S.R. pocket rocket in with it if you take the stove out of it's…
- james, 05/04/10

At first I thought the pots and handle were a little flimsy, but this set has held up really well in some harsh camping conditions. It's a pretty lightweight setup, cleans ver…
- Myles, 02/28/10
Knoxville

I've had this stove for over two years and am still in love with it. I work as a wildlife field technician year round and spend most of my time out in the field, so I've proba…
- Auriel, 11/23/11
Hilo, HI

I haven't used my MSR Whisperlite stove yet. But I'm sure it will meet my wildest expectations!! I have only one issue. When I received the MSR Whisperlite stove it did not co…
- PHILLIP, 01/31/08

I agonized over this purchase for about 14 hours.. researching all the models in this price range. Reading hundreds of reviews here and elsewhere. This one ended up being my c…
- MARK, 05/28/08
DENVER

The miniworks is a very nice filter. Easy to field clean if necessary. Is not the fastest filter around, but does a nice job of filtering water. Easily attaches to a standa…
- Ken, 04/23/11
MI

I've used a MSR Whisperlite International so far. Recently bought the XGK EX - what a difference. It's easier to pack and burns very nicely and fast. It's also working great i…
- Felix, 05/02/10
Bay Area, CA

been using a MSR Whisperlight for about 20 years. great stove. decided to purchase the MSR XGK just because. Like the whisperlight, the XGK lite quick and boiled faster. som…
- eric, 12/11/10

I use this pot in conjunction with the MSR Superfly. This duo works great for small group backpacking trips. The pot is a good size for cooking a meal for two people and can…
- Russell, 11/25/11
United States

Cannot say enough about these pots! They are light, packable and super nifty. Lots of ingenious little bits that make your life easier when you're going light and camping. Han…
- Suzanne, 08/17/11
Australia

These pots have been great. Lightwieght, durable the smaller pot is also non stick which is great for rice and other meals that can get burnt easily. Easily big enough for two…
- Patrick, 03/21/12

This stove is great! its small and lite, boils a Lt of water pretty quick. I use it all year round, sometimes when it is really cold it has problems working tho (-20C) when wi…
- Brittany, 12/29/11
Barrie, Ontario

Having the self starter is nice, but lets be real, you can't rely on it and who really goes hiking without matches/lighter/flint? It's great for 3 season hikes & winter hi…
- John, 12/17/11
boston

Snow peak makes fantastic products. Definitely get the double wall. It retains the heat, and also insulates your hands from the cup contents. The handles fold nicely. Thes…
- Ken, 04/23/11
MI

It does everything a good mug should - it keeps the inside hot, and the outside cool and looks good while doing so!. Mine has earned a permanent position in my pack, and re…
- Timon, 10/17/11
Toronto

I cook a lot when I am out on the road touring different summer music festivals for my job. Or if I am simply going away for the weekend camping. I love to cook, and not crapp…
- Ben, 06/14/11
Ann Arbor, MI

I was so excited that my husband got this kitchen set. I love how light and easy to pack it is. I know that it will come in handy while we are campling. Most of the utensils f…
- justin, 04/21/12
chattanooga

Have used it on 8 kayak trips now and am very happy with it. I added a flex skillet that nest in side this also four sporks,folding spatula. I would recommend this to anybody…
- glenn, 05/11/11

These pots and ultra durable and are easy to pack. The way they all nest together makes them easy to take backpacking and keep track of.…
- Michael, 10/24/10

I was skeptical at first but the thought of an ice cold beer after a long hike and setting up camp sounded pretty good. According to SP this little "cooler will keep a beverag…
- jason, 05/05/10

If you are serious about your morning coffee like I am, this is the one for you; worth the price tag and is a great conversation piece. It does come with three lids one freez…
- William, 12/17/10
SW Florida

I got my first Platypus bladder over ten years ago, and I have used the fire out of it! I used to fill it about three-quarters full of water and then freeze it. I haven't bo…
- Cooper, 06/09/09
North Western Kentucky

This bag is tougher than it looks! I've had this strapped on my kayak for day trips out or expeditions. Keeps iced drinks cool for at least 4 hours! Always keeps me hydrated m…
- Spencer, 04/16/10

I own this set and the MSR Alpinist Hard-anodized aluminum pots. These are my go to pots when shaving ounces is not critical (canoe/car camping). These pots have the versatili…
- Jeff, 05/01/12

These weigh more than the other pots MSR sells but on trips below the tree line I prefer these. You can save alot of weight on fuel by cooking on an open fire with these which…
- Patrick, 03/21/12

I've had my filter for 10 years with no problems and never once got beaver fever. Easy to use, easy to clean, plastic is not the strongest so don't be too rough with it and it…
- Jeffrey, 09/09/08
West Lafayette

Here's the deal...If you want a water filter that actually takes out most of the silt and dirt in your trail water plus actually makes it taste all right...than this is the fi…
- John, 12/31/11
Baltimore

I chose this one for one reason, the fact that I would be able to take it to 3rd world countries where viruses would be a problem in the water. I debated between this one…
- RYAN, 02/27/08
MARIETTA

While there are smaller systems out there, this one is small and light enough for me. Extremely versatile and can make nasty water look and taste great..... No digestive night…
- RYAN, 09/21/10
New Hampshire

it doesnt get any easier then this sexy momma. just go to the source, scoop it up, hang it up, connect it to another bladder and walk away. no more hovering over water, standi…
- DREW, 02/16/09
grand rapids

This filter rocks- holds a ton of water, filters super fast and is pretty light and very easy to use. Let gravity do the work. You will need a water source with a little dep…
- Stephen R, 08/25/10
Atlanta

We are using this cook set (which we had bought in Japan) for many years now and we could not be happier. The set is very light yet super-durable and even holds our collapsabl…
- STEFAN, 10/29/11
Sacramento

This is the pot-set that goes with me everywhere I go, no matter the activity - it's incredibly light and fits my stove perfectly. Mine have been bashed, kicked, dropped, and…
- Timon, 10/17/11
Toronto

Took this guy out on a week long bike trip and it held up great! It was a little breezy when I used it, but the flame never went out. It Packs up small enough and it kicks o…
- ANDREW, 07/10/06

This is a great, reliable, easy to use stove, especially for the money. Preforms fairly well in the cold, but if its below 40 or so the canisters have to be warmed. I purcha…
- Conner, 01/09/11

I've use this when I'm backpacking solo. It's a great light weight and small packing set. The silicone bowl along with the pot and pan clean easy. cooking is fairly even on my…
- Michael, 08/08/11
Charlotte, NC

i mean, i bought this a while back and i think thye kinda went over kill on it. my brother is an permanent backpacker and HE loves the silicone bowls, but i think they suck be…
- José, 05/24/11
Boone, NC

Great to get my coffee fix. Very light, durable and easy to use. It is my one comfort item that is always in my pack. It sure beats instant coffee.…
- Blake, 09/03/11
WV

I have been using my Snow Peak press since it came out 6-7 yrs ago! I got tired of broken glass press carafes, and the final straw was one breaking and cutting me as I plunge…
- James, 11/21/11
Depends on where I run out of gas!