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(based on 5 ratings)
Brand: MSR
Online Retailer ID: 210206771
Located in: All Outdoor Gear, Cooking & Kitchen Gear, Stoves
"Its hot, reliable flame still roars in any conditions, its repair kit still lets you fix most problems in the field, and it still runs on a variety of fuels--kerosene, white gas, unleaded auto fuel, diesel, even jet fuel. The XGK is our choice when the mercury slips way below freezing or we head overseas where fuel choices are limited." - Backpacker Gear Guide, March 2006
Product Reviews Summary
Avg. Customer Rating:
 
(based on 5 reviews)
75% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Powerful (5), Stable (5), Easy to clean (4), Easy to light (3)
Cons:
Poor temperature control (4)
Best Uses:
Hiking (4), Backpacking (4), High altitude (3)
Describe Yourself:
Avid adventurer (4)
 
Great boiler but that's pretty much it
By ParacorpsmanVerified Purchaser from New York City, NY on 8/29/2008
Pros:
Powerful, Stable
Cons:
Difficult to Light, Poor temperature control
Best Uses:
Backpacking, Hiking
Describe Yourself:
Avid Adventurer
What Is Your Gear Style:
Comfort Driven

Had to get this stove as we needed one for our trip overseas where we weren't sure if were able to find gas for our jetboil. We used kerosene and it was sort of hard to light at first but once you get the feel for it than you understand how to light the thing. I don't see the big deal about the stove. It does boil water fast but it's only versatile in that you can use different types of fuels. But you need to use a lighter or a match to start it and you have to pump it. Putting it away is kind of dirty in that the pump that goes in the bottle must be removed and you have to wipe the pump dry or else it will get on the rest of your gear.

Eastern Mountain Sports Response:It's the great boiler...that burns anything resembling fuel...in the coldest temps...at the highest altitudes!
 
great stove
By nick the mountain man from Exeter, NH on 5/19/2008
Pros:
Compact, Easy To Clean, Easy to Light, Powerful, Stable
Cons:
Poor temperature control
Best Uses:
Backpacking, Car Camping, High Altitude, Hiking
Describe Yourself:
Avid Adventurer
What Is Your Gear Style:
Minimalist
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

great boiling stove use it for hiking and backpacking easily storable...not that easy to control the flame but it can be done very loud is the only draw back but it works amazing have had no trouble with it yet. its easier to light with a grill lighter or longer match which ever one works better for you but all in all great stove

 
Bring your Earplugs
By Canoe GuyVerified Purchaser from Vermont on 10/20/2007
Pros:
Easy To Clean, Powerful, Stable
Cons:
Poor temperature control
Best Uses:
Backpacking, Car Camping, High Altitude, Hiking
Describe Yourself:
Professional Guide
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

If you want hot water NOW, this stove is a good choice. It is heavy/bulky compared to others, and overkill for most users, especially if you don't use a stove in international settings (fuel options a big plus for those who do!). The one thing you must know is that this is the LOUDEST STOVE I'VE EVER HEARD!! (Louder, even, than the MSR Dragonfly.) You will shout over this thing, and be heard nearly 50 yards away (yes, really).

 
a good boiler
By Spacegy4Verified Reviewer from Ithaca New York State on 8/22/2007
Pros:
Boils fast, Easy To Clean, Easy to Light, Efficent, Lightweight, Powerful, Stable
Cons:
Poor temperature control
Best Uses:
Backpacking, High Altitude, Hiking
Describe Yourself:
Avid Adventurer, Boy scout, Casual/ Recreational
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I wont advise trying to cook on this stove as it was designed to boil. I wouldnt call the poor temp control a real con because it was designed to boil to begin with.

[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
incredible stove
By PT from Vermont on 3/25/2007
Pros:
Always incredible, Easy To Clean, Easy to Light, Great temperature control, Lightweight, Powerful, Stable
Describe Yourself:
Avid Adventurer, Casual/ Recreational
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

lights easily, extra hot, works on many surfaces.. easy to maintain.

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