How to Choose a Backpacking Stove
Primus Yellowstone Classic Trail Stove
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The Primus Yellowstone Classic Trail stove brings ease of use and an adjustable flame to backcountry and high-altitude cooking; great for the outdoor chef!
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Fuel
Isobutane-propane
Dimensions
5 x 2.25 inches
- Runs on Primus LP butane/propane cartridges which burn clean, won't spill and have a low freezing point—good for high-altitude cooking
- Sturdy, lightweight, simple construction will appeal to the weight-conscious adventurer
- Flame is adjustable for simmering, boiling or anything in between—just like your stove at home
- Stove assembly attaches quickly and easily to the fuel canister
- Operates on isobutane-propane fuel canisters
- Weight in specs is for stove (does not include weight of a fuel canister)
- Fuel not included
Imported.
View all Primus Backpacking Stoves| Best Use | Backpacking |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type | Canister |
| Fuel | Isobutane-propane |
| Number of Burners | 1 Burner |
| Burn Time (Max Flame) | Unavailable |
| Average Boil Time (1L) | Unavailable |
| Dimensions | 5 x 2.25 inches |
| Weight | 8 ounces |
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Most Helpful Favorable Review
Great stove for less cash
malchick12 years ago
I opted to get this Primus stove instead of one of MSR's backpacking stoves, mostly because of the lower price. The classic trail stove can be found for around $25 and I was shopping on a budget. I will likely upgrade my stove in the future, but the Primus Classic Trail is a fantastic stove for the price.
The stove boils water quick and packs up to a convenient size; which isn't as small as some stoves MSR offers, but is fairly compact and fits into my pack nicely. The included nylon/mesh sack is great. I don't think a hard case is necessary as the stove is fairly hardy and strong; I could not imagine it being damaged in my pack.
Like one reviewer stated below, pots will not sit level on the burner. I opened up several of the Classic Trail stoves at the store and set them upside down on the shelf to see how level they were; I found that every stove had this fault. Your pots will only balance on three of the slabs. That being said, as long as you keep an eye on it, and move carefully around it (as you should with all stoves) I don't think you will run into any problems.
The box advertises it to boil water in 3 minutes, and I have found this to be more or less, accurate.
I have not kept track of how much fuel it uses, so I can not attest to the efficiency. However I have cooked several meals for two people on one 230g tank of gas over 3 days.
It seems that using the stove causes the metal to develop rainbow and goldish discolorations. I haven't tried to clean it off at all, and there is no noticable change in performance from it. I'm not sure if this happens to other stoves, since this is the first one I've ever owned. But it seems to be purely cosmetic.
The stove is a 2-piece design. The burner screws into the valve which then screws onto the gas cansiter. This type of design makes it a little annoying to remove the valve from the gas canister without spraying gas out.
The flame control knob can be a little finnicky, and a small turn can result in a huge flame. But I don't think you need a very precise flame; it's not like you're going to use this thing to cook gourmet meals. I have had no trouble cooking anything.
Overall, the Primus Classic Trail is in my opinion one of the best options for beginners like me, or someone who is looking for a high value stove at a low price point.
malchick
Cincinnati, Ohio
40 people found this review helpful
Most Helpful Critical Review
Good Starter Stove
Jon Oscar10 years ago
This stove has held up well due to its simplicity and is cheap enough that one is not inclined to baby it or worry about it. The portion where the pot sits is ample (I wish it were smaller). It does not do well in lower temperatures due to a lack of fuel preheat and high butane content of most readily available fuel blends. Based on this, when temperatures start to go below 50F it is important to know what your particular fuel brand/blend is capable of.
I would recommend this for beginners and summer applications. It is not as carefree for colder weather.
Jon Oscar
Houston, TX, United States
24 people found this review helpful
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wakerobin
Seattle WA
Works great, fast.
14 years ago
Bought this a few months ago, as the fuel for my old (old) stove is no longer easy to find. This stove is so much better.Also, didn't want to spend a fortune. The short,fat cans are really stable and the actual burner is wide, so it will hold even a larger pot with ease. Great temperature control lets you cook delicate items, like pancakes or biscuits without burning. We used,maybe 2/3 of a can of fuel for a 3 day/2 night trip in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness. This includes cooking breakfast and dinner plus boiling a kettle of water for coffee in the am and cocoa at night. Great stove for the money.
Yes , I recommend this product
Danch
Madison, WI
What a Great Little Stove for the Price!
14 years ago
This stove, despite its size and its output, worked great in slightly windy conditions with occasional gusts. The gusts would "burp" it a bit on one side, but it generally stayed strong for 2 cups of water in under 2 minutes on medium to medium high heat with an MSI canister. The one thing is that opening it way up seems not to work as well and generates quite a jet sound. Turn it above that , its seems to blow itself out. Other than that, this stove is great, with its mesh pack as well (I can see the mesh pack eventually breaking down due to the sharp edges of the stove). It also cools down relatively quick, after a 2 to 3 minute use.
Yes , I recommend this product
Camping Cat
Champaign, IL
Pretty good stove
16 years ago
I was looking for a second stove to take on a long road trip this summer but did not want to spend a lot. After reading the positive reviews for this stove I decided to give it a try. I hate to say it but I wish I hadn't spend $70+ on a Jetboil system when this one was available. Jetboil is great, don't get me wrong but if you are a car-camper most of the time like we are this is the stove for you. The performance of this little thing can easily be compared to higher end products. It lit effortlessly even in pretty cold and windy conditions and boiled everything pretty fast. Now, for backpackers this stove might be a bit too heavy (8 oz.) and bulky. But it is perfect for car-campers.
Yes , I recommend this product
Jon Oscar
Houston, TX, United States
Good Starter Stove
10 years ago
This stove has held up well due to its simplicity and is cheap enough that one is not inclined to baby it or worry about it. The portion where the pot sits is ample (I wish it were smaller). It does not do well in lower temperatures due to a lack of fuel preheat and high butane content of most readily available fuel blends. Based on this, when temperatures start to go below 50F it is important to know what your particular fuel brand/blend is capable of. I would recommend this for beginners and summer applications. It is not as carefree for colder weather.
Yes , I recommend this product
mt called monkey
So easy & wind resistent
9 years ago
Took it with me on a motorcycle trip through Oregon along with my Biolite, without thinking about how the Oregon "green" might not be conducive to a quick getaway with the later. I was looking at this, or the Jetboil.. For the size, ability to keep burning through a windy campsite without the foil covers and the pumping and priming, and the price - this is by far the best choice!
Yes , I recommend this product
DrFlex
Rhode Island
My First Stove
15 years ago
I used this on an overnight trip to a site that I got to by a hour canoe ride down Big River. I cooked up hamburger helper and french toast with no issues. Very stable with large propane tank.
Yes , I recommend this product
BearHugger
Salt Lake, UT
Great Price Great Performance
11 years ago
I have used this stove at altitudes up to 12,000 feet and in all 4 seasons. It has effectively boiled water in all cases and seems to be very efficient since I have been able to cook about 8 meals per small fuel canister. I only use it to boil water, but I have come to rely on it as an integral part of my gear. It would be great if it was just a little more compact so it could fit inside one of my bowls in my GSI dualist cook kit. Other than that, a stellar product.
Yes , I recommend this product
TheDrewbster
Fort Collins, CO
Great Stove!
12 years ago
I used this stove to cook for four days in the Colorado high country while backpacking in often wet conditions. It boiled water very quickly for the altitude we were at, and used our fuel efficiently. My pot was never in danger of tipping over, and it's super easy to clean, light, and pack! 100% recommend it.
Yes , I recommend this product
malchick
Cincinnati, Ohio
Great stove for less cash
12 years ago
I opted to get this Primus stove instead of one of MSR's backpacking stoves, mostly because of the lower price. The classic trail stove can be found for around $25 and I was shopping on a budget. I will likely upgrade my stove in the future, but the Primus Classic Trail is a fantastic stove for the price. The stove boils water quick and packs up to a convenient size; which isn't as small as some stoves MSR offers, but is fairly compact and fits into my pack nicely. The included nylon/mesh sack is great. I don't think a hard case is necessary as the stove is fairly hardy and strong; I could not imagine it being damaged in my pack. Like one reviewer stated below, pots will not sit level on the burner. I opened up several of the Classic Trail stoves at the store and set them upside down on the shelf to see how level they were; I found that every stove had this fault. Your pots will only balance on three of the slabs. That being said, as long as you keep an eye on it, and move carefully around it (as you should with all stoves) I don't think you will run into any problems. The box advertises it to boil water in 3 minutes, and I have found this to be more or less, accurate. I have not kept track of how much fuel it uses, so I can not attest to the efficiency. However I have cooked several meals for two people on one 230g tank of gas over 3 days. It seems that using the stove causes the metal to develop rainbow and goldish discolorations. I haven't tried to clean it off at all, and there is no noticable change in performance from it. I'm not sure if this happens to other stoves, since this is the first one I've ever owned. But it seems to be purely cosmetic. The stove is a 2-piece design. The burner screws into the valve which then screws onto the gas cansiter. This type of design makes it a little annoying to remove the valve from the gas canister without spraying gas out. The flame control knob can be a little finnicky, and a small turn can result in a huge flame. But I don't think you need a very precise flame; it's not like you're going to use this thing to cook gourmet meals. I have had no trouble cooking anything. Overall, the Primus Classic Trail is in my opinion one of the best options for beginners like me, or someone who is looking for a high value stove at a low price point.
Yes , I recommend this product
JonnyRed
Portland, ME
Dependable-Durable-Stable-Well Priced
13 years ago
I have had this stove for 12+ years. I actually purchased it because our camp did not have a stove and the once a month we used this camp this stove was great. We cooked everything from pancakes to boiling 6 lobsters. It became a "Wow" with all the guests. I first thought it was too heavy for backpacking but because it works so well, stable, and easy to adjust, I started bringing on backpacking trips in The Whites(even winter camping) and have never regretted it. I later purchased a Snowpeak Ti cookset and the stove fits inside perfectly. So for me it is compact as well and maybe some would consider it a few ounces too heavy but at 1lb for stove, pan, pot, spork, bowl, spices I feel it is perfect.
Yes , I recommend this product
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