How to Choose a Backpacking Stove

The lightest and most-compact Jetboil stove yet, the Jetboil Stash cooking system weighs a mere 7.1 oz., making it 40% lighter than the Zip and the perfect companion on light and fast journeys.
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View all Jetboil Backpacking StovesBest Use | Backpacking |
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Fuel Type | Canister |
Fuel | Isobutane-propane |
Integrated System | Yes |
Number of Burners | 1 Burner |
Burn Time (Max Flame) | 74 minutes |
Average Boil Time (1L) | 5 minutes |
Ultralight | Yes |
Dimensions | 4.4 x 5.1 inches |
Liquid Capacity (L) | 0.8 liters |
Liquid Capacity (fl. oz.) | 27 fluid ounces |
Weight | 7.1 ounces |
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As far as all-in-one stove systems go, the stash is pretty darn light. I'd also argue that, for more than a night or two, the excellent fuel efficiency makes this system lighter overall than some other popular stove-pot combinations. BUT the weight savings are lost a little when you consider the wind screen...which you really will want to make"buy. Wind affects this stove much more than any similar stove I've used, which is a bummer at this price point. I'm still a fan, I'll still be using it a lot, and I don't regret the purchase, however I would drool if Jetboil made an updated version with some built-in wind shielding, either around the pot or on the burner (windmaster-style).
So easy to use! Lights quickly and easily, stays lit with no sputtering, water boiled quickly and it was very light to carry!
Weighs 7.1 oz as stated. My boys and I share one stove so Jetboil is great since they're fast and use less fuel and we can usually get by with small canister. The downside was weight, but this is about as light as ti pot and burner so best of both worlds. The lid needs bigger lip to snap on more securely. It's also hard to nest a bowl with this size pot. I have bowl that nests inside but these are no longer sold. The bowl must be perfect fit and then canister + burner barely fit. I put the canister in the bottom upside down and burner on top. They should include a nesting bowl instead of that silly storage canister thing.
All the complaints about this stove are amusing. This is a stripped down Jetboil, designed to be as light as possible. Ignition: You carry a mini Bic anyway so why add one to the stove? Locking handles: Aren’t you careful with boiling water? Lid: I’m not tipping my cook pot upside down, maybe put a thumb on the lid when you pour? This is an awesome fuel efficient stove for locations where you can’t use an alcohol stove (and you don’t want to cold soak). I’ve made a small canister last for 7 days with twice daily boils. Keep your canister in your quilt overnight, use a supplemental windscreen (like a sit pad), and don’t keep the heat on for a rolling boil. All good. I love this stove when alcohol and solid fuel stoves can’t be used.
I just bought this so I have not taken it out on the trail yet, but I can give a comparison to the Jetboil Flash that I have been using for years. The Stash is definitely more compact and although a slightly larger diameter it is about half as tall so it will take up less space in your pack. It seems very well made as with all Jetboil products. The stash weighed 8.0 ounces on my digital scale with just the pot, top, burner and stand. My flash weighed 15.1 ounces so a 7 ounce weight savings over the flash. I conducted a non scientific boil test between the two in my kitchen and the Stash actually boiled water a little faster. My flash boiled 2 cups of room temp water in 130 seconds and the stash did it in 116 seconds. If you are on the fence about the stash or wanting to lose some weight over the other Jetboil models the stash seems to be a quality cook kit at least from my initial impression!
If you like the Jetboil system, then this is a great stove. I used it on a thru-hike of the Pacific Northwest Trail, and it worked great through everything we put it through. On windy days, we tried to stop and cook somewhere protected from the wind. Boils water quick and definitely seems to stretch your fuel cans farther than other systems I’ve used before. The little tine on the fuel throttle can pop out if you’re rough with it. They are easy to put back on.
Took this out on a 3 day trip with friends and it got its job done. The fact that everything "stashes" away inside of the pot makes this model the ideal packable option. It barely took up any room in my backpack. Whenever I cooked, I would pull everything out of the pot and set up in seconds. It worked reliably, setup was easy, and everything packs away nicely. I won't bother going with any other cooking system in the future as this one is everything I need it to be. 5 stars!
I’ve been using JetBoil stoves for over 10 years, you can’t go wrong with any of them. I just bought the Stash for motorcycle camping.
I purchased this stove over a year ago and have been using it frequently in a variety of conditions. Under normal circumstances, the stove performs as advertised. My problem is when temperatures get below freezing. The stove is horrible! I have clocked in over 13 minute boil times (1L). At low temperatures, the stove struggles to produce a flame. I sat and watched my hiking buddies stoves rip and boil in the same conditions. I have tried several brands of stove fuel, brand new cans, same results. Do not purchase if you plan to cook when outside temperatures are low. Very disappointed with this stove. Wish I could return for one that works.
This is a great compact stove kit. Functions well - yes I have seen better stoves but they weigh a lot more. Also - what is everyone complaining about the lid. When you cook at home - do you pour through a lid or do you take the lid off. As far as I can tell the lid does exactly what it is supposed to do which is increase the efficiency of the stove i.e. make the water boil faster.