However, one thing that has never failed to be a problem is getting the food warm.
That can be just, plain frustrating.
Luckily, there is a solution.
Grant just got back from a 68-mile hiking/backpacking trip across Colorado.
He tested the MSR WhisperLight Stove with Mountain House Adventure Meals during this time and said it worked wonders.
He took some time to demonstrate its functionality and review the product.
You then want to use a lubricant on the connector piece between the stove and fuel bottle.
Grant recommends just using spit if you dont want to carry a bottle of lubricant on your pack.
You know, ounces equal pounds and pounds equal pain.
you’re free to now connect the two and lock them together with the silver lever.
And now, you’ve got the option to turn the valve to let fluid onto the pan.
Once the pan is full, you might turn the valve again to cut the gas off.
Now you want to set a flame to the base of the stove.
Again, ensure the gas is off.
you’re able to now sit back for a second while waiting for the fire to die.
check that to keep an avid watch on the flame.
If any wind is giving you trouble with the fire, use the wind cover packaged with the WhisperLite.
His favorite from the selection is the Breakfast Skillet.
You should now have a solid blue flame similar to a gas stove you may have at home.
At this point, it’s possible for you to follow whatever instructions the food you brought has.
However, we will follow the instructions of the Mountain House meals.
Grant used the MSR Trail Lite Duo Cook Set for his demonstration.
Grant says the Trail Lite was great because it has a lot of options while weighing just 1.35 lbs.
This camping cook set comes with two bowls and double-insulated mugs inside an aluminum pot and lid.
You just need the pot, lid and water for the Mountain House meals.
Youll need some form of boiling container for your water.
ensure your flame is consistent, and get your water in the pot youll use for boiling.
you could now wait for the water to start boiling.
Boiling times may vary based on altitude, but at our elevation, it was an impressive two minutes.
The entire meal can be made in the bag at this point.
Now comes the fun part you wait five minutes.
After five minutes, you might open your bag and repeat the process.
Mix up the meal, seal it and let it sit for four more minutes.
Hows the Taste?
It all comes down to one thing, is it good or bad?
Grant has eaten a good amount of dehydrated meals over the years.
I guess you could call his palate experienced.
Whats my first impression?
It was surprisingly good!
