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Field Repairable			No	Yes	Yes		No										No
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Windscreen			No	Included	Included		No										No
Boil Time			3 min.	3 min. 50 sec.	3 min. 45 sec.		3 min. 30 sec.										3 min. 30 sec.
Product	MSR SuperFly Stove	MSR Reactor Stove System Backpacking Stove	MSR SuperFly Stove w/AutoStart	MSR WhisperLite Stove	MSR SimmerLite Backpacking Stove	Optimus Plus Multi-Fuel Stove	MSR DragonFly Stove	Jetboil Flash Personal Cooking System	Jetboil Group Cooking System	Jetboil Helios Guide Cooking System	Jetboil Helios Cooking System	Primus Gravity EF II Stove	Jetboil Backcountry Gourmet Cooking Set	MSR XGK EX Stove	Optimus Optimus Nova Stove	Brunton Raptor Foldable Canister Stove	MSR PocketRocket Stove	MSR WindPro Backpacking Stove	Primus EtaExpress Stove	Primus EtaPower MF Stove	Primus EtaPower EF Lightweight Trail Stove	Primus EtaPower EF Stove
Features	Winner of the Most Versatile Award from Backpacker Magazine '05 Multi-Mount™ adapts to a wide range of self-sealing canisters Excellent flame distribution heats pots and pans quickly and efficiently Glove-friendly flame adjustment feature MSR IsoPro fuel boil time for 1 liter at sea level in 70F conditions: 3 min. Minimum configured weight: 4.6 oz. (131 g.) Packaged weight: 5.9 oz. (177 g.)	Unrivaled Boil Time: Outperforms the competition in lab tests, boiling 1 liter of water in just 3 minutes with an even greater advantage in challenging conditions Maximum Efficiency: Patent-pending radiant burner and heat exchanger make the Reactor the most efficient all-condition stove system, so you carry less fuel Unmatched Wind Protection: Radiant burner head is enclosed by heat exchanger for total protection in even the windiest conditions Integrated System: State-of-the-art stove and high-efficiency pot are combined into one compact, easy-to-use system. Consistent Flame Output: Internal regulator equalizes fuel pressure for optimal performance at all fuel levels Minimum Weight: 21 oz. (595 g)	Multi-Mount™ adapts to a wide range of self-sealing canisters AutoStart ignition system for match-free lighting Excellent flame distribution heats pots and pans quickly and efficiently Glove-friendly flame adjustment feature MSR IsoPro fuel boil time for 1 liter at sea level in 70F conditions: 3 min. Minimum configured weight: 5.1 oz. (144 g.) Packaged weight: 6.3 oz. (189 g.)	Rugged stove construction consists of brass and stainless steel Compact profile folds down to fit inside most cooking pots Self-cleaning shaker jet removes grit and fuel deposits Better cooking efficiency in cold temperatures than most gas canister stoves White gas boil time for 1 liter at sea level in 70F conditions: 3.9 min. Minimum configured weight: 11 oz. (305 g.) Packaged weight: 14.5 oz. (410 g.)	Winner of Best Buy Award from Backpacker Magazine '05 Single valve for easy flame adjustment and ported burner for flame stability Easy-cleaning Shaker Jet Technology (shake and the jet is clean of any residue) Compact profile with folding legs fits inside most 1-liter backpacking pots Minimum configured weight: 8.5 oz. (240 g.) Packaged weight: 12.2 oz. (346 g.)	Average boil time for 1 L of water 3.5 min/1 l water Average burn time: up to 2.5 h at maximum output (using 450 ml fuel) Dimensions: 4.9" x 3.4" x 2.6" Fuel type: Optimus Arctic Fuel, white gas, kerosene, diesel and jet fuel Output (W): 2850 Weight: 15oz / 425g (not included fuel)	Dual-valve CoolFuel™ for excellent flame control Extended pot supports accommodate large pots and skillets--great for large groups White gas boil time for 1 liter at sea level in 70F conditions: 3.5 min. Minimum configured weight: 14 oz. (395 g.) Packaged weight: 18 oz. (510 g.)	1.0 FluxRing® cooking cup with insulating Cargo Cozy available in four new colors Thermochromic temperature indicator shows when the cup contents are hot Adjustable burner with pus-button igniter Translucent drink-through lid allows you to view contents and see if water is boiling Translucent measuring cup with easy-to-read lines Fuel sold separately Boil time: 16oz = 2 minutes Water boiled: 12 literes per 100g Jetpower fuel canister Dimensions: 4.1" x 7.1" (104mm x 180mm) Volume: 32oz / 1L Weight: 15oz / 425g	A 2006 Backpacker magazine Editor's Choice Award recipient and rated a Best Buy in their 2006 Gear Guide Jetboil® Jetpower fuel boil time for one liter of water: 4 min. under typical conditions One 3.5 oz. (100 g.) Jetboil® Jetpower fuel micro canister* brings 12 liters of water to a boil under typical conditions Compact: entire system (burner, pot support, stabilizer, fuel canister) fits inside pot (included) High performance in windy conditions 1.5 liter hard-anodized aluminum pot includes neoprene cozy, snap on plastic lid, and plastic base cover FluxRing™ heat exchanger doubles heat efficiency Piezo igniter for matchless lighting Adjustable from a low simmer to a rolling boil Compatible with other flat-bottomed cookware Dimensions: 7.0 inches x 4.5 inches (175 mm x 110 mm) Weight: 19 oz. (540 g.), not including fuel canister Jetboil® Jetpower fuel sold separately	2L & 3L FluxRing Pot with neoprene sleeves Pot-Supporting burner base Push-button igniter assembly Fuel can stabilizer Snap-On Windscreen Lid and bottom cover that double as plates (lid makes a good Frisbee for some added fun) Propane/Isobutane Canister fuel Boiling Time:3 minutes for 1L 70 min burn time per canister 48oz/1349g	Best-in-class efficiency and boil time performance from Jetboil's FluxRing technology. Liquid injected butane fuel system ensures consistent high-output power throughout canister life, with no loss of performance in the coldest temps. Attachable windscreen protects and maximizes burner effi ciency in windy conditions Stable burner base with integrated pot support centers and secures hardcoated aluminum Helios FluxRing® pots, Neoprene side cover and top and bottom covers insulate vessel while protecting hands and surfaces when serving. Remote igniter position allows for easy and reliable lighting with windscreen and pot in place. Fuel stand supports and inverts butane canister in a variety of terrain and surfaces.		Personal Cooking System (PCS) FluxRing® Fry Pan Pot Support and Stabilizer Jetset Utensils Cup 1.0L (32 oz) Fry pan 1.0L (32 oz) 75-80% Efficiency 4500 BTU/Hour output Boils 1/2 liter (2 cups) in 2 minutes Size: 8.1 x 5.25 in. (205mm x 133mm) Weight: 26.3 oz (741 g)	Compact: New flexible fuel line allows stove to fit in a 1.5-liter MSR pot Extra-Stable: ?New retractable legs and pot supports provide unprecedented stability Superfast: Boils 1 liter of water in just 2.8 minutes (using kerosene fuel) Proven: ?No. 1 choice on expeditions worldwide Multi-Fuel: ?Reliably burns more liquid fuels than any other stove Dependable: ?Easy to field maintain; Shaker Jet cleans fuel jet with a simple shake Minimum Weight: 13.2 oz. (374 g)	Powerline for precision flame control at a distance from the flame by simply twisting the fuel hose Stability of wide pot supports that fold around the burner for packing convenience Serrated burner arms assure that the pan stays in place EZ-coupling for quick connection of the burner to the pump Quick priming burner Self-purging aluminium Flipstop pump Built in magnetic cleaning needle Fuel-Efficient Included in package: Includes burner with valve and stuff bag Boil time (1 L of water): Down to 3,5 minutes depending on climate, altitude etc Burn time: Up to 2,5 hours at maximum output with M size fuel bottle (using 450 ml fuel) Fuel Type: Optimus Arctic Fuel, White Gas, Kerosene, Diesel, Jet Fuel Dimensions: 86x67x125 mm-Folded Weight: 425 g (with pump)	Heat Output: 11,000 BTU Fuel: Butane/propane mix canisters Weight: 5 oz Ignition: Push-button piezo electric Boil a liter of water in 4 minutes Comes with one 4oz. Brunton Butane canister Nylon carry case included	Winner of Bargain Award from Backpacker Magazine '05 Three-section micro burner protects stove flame from wind Easy-to-adjust valve for simplified control--cook with gloves on! MSR IsoPro gas canisters sold separately MSR IsoPro gas boil time for 1 liter at sea level in 70F conditions: 3.5 min. Dimensions: 4 x 2 x 2 in. Minimum configured weight: 3 oz. (86 g.) Packaged weight: 4.2 oz. (126 g.)	Wind resistant: Tested better than all remote-canister competitors Compact: Fits in a 1-liter MSR® pot Wide flame output ideal for larger cookware Full flame control from simmer to boil MSR® IsoPro™ fuel boil time for 1 liter of 21º C water at sea level: 4.25 min. One 8-oz. MSR® IsoPro™ fuel canister brings 15 liters of 21º C water to a boil at sea level MSR® IsoPro™ fuel canisters sold separately Minimum weight (stove only): 6.8 oz. (193 g.) Packaged weight: 10.5 oz. (297 g.)	Weight: 418 g - 14.7 oz Output: 2400 W - 8500 BTU/h Boiling time: 2.5 min Dimensions: 115 x 140 mm, 4.5' x 5.9' Ignition: Piezoelectric Suitable for: 1-2 people Temperature: Summer: above +5°C	Weight: 932 g - 32.8 oz (with fuelpump), 830 g - 29 oz (without fuelpump) Output: 1500-2000W - 5400-7000 BTU/h Boiling time: 2.5-3.5 min (+ pre-heating 45-60 sec) Dimensions: 210 x 210 x 135 mm - 8.3" x 8.3" x 5.3" Ignition: Manual Temperature: Winter: unlimited cold	Boil quickly and use less fuel on your next alpine adventure with this extremely efficient and versatile stove Boiling time: 2.5 min (1 liter) Piezoelectric push button igniter Frying pan, 1.7 liter EtaPower pot, lid, wind shield, pot grip and insulated storage bag included Suitable for 1-4 people Temperature: Autumn/spring: generally down to 0°C, temporarily -15°C Weight (w/o fuel): 27oz/ 775g Dimensions: 8.2" x 5.2" Uses isobutane fuel canisters (sold separately) Fuel capacity(Canister) 220 grams Burn time (max flame)(100g fuel) 55 minutes Water boiled per 100g fuel: 10.79 liters	Editors Choice, Backpacker Magazine 2007 Boiling time: 2.5 min (1 liter) Piezoelectric push button igniter Frying pan, 2.1 liter EtaPower pot, wind shield, pot grip and insulated storage bag included Suitable for 1-4 people Temperature: Autumn/spring: generally down to 0°C, temporarily -15°C Weight (w/o fuel): 29oz/ 830g Dimensions: 8.3" x 8.3" x 5.3" Uses Isobutane fuel canisters (sold separately) Fuel capacity(Canister) 220 grams Burn time (max flame)(100g fuel) 56 minutes Water boiled per 100g fuel: 10.78 liters
Type of Fuel			Canister	White Gas, Kerosene, and more!	White Gas		White Gas										Canister
Adjustable Flame Control			No	Yes	Yes		Yes										Yes
Burn Time			1 hr.	1 hr. 36 mins.	1 hr. 22 mins.		2 hrs. 6 min.										1 hr.
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Weight w/ No Fuel			6.3 oz.	14.5 oz.	12.2 oz.		18 lbs.										4.2 oz.
GLOSSARY OF TERMS Boil Time For 1 quart of water Burn Time Maximum Flame (For MSR - 22oz fuel bottle used, all other stoves- smallest cartridge available) Will vary with altitude and temperature.

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