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MSR Pocket Rocket Stove

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★★★★★
4.6

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★★★★☆
4.3

$20.00 - $39.99

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Pros

  • Lightweight (202)
  • Easy to light (181)
  • Powerful (153)
  • Great temperature control (129)
  • Compact (127)
  • Easy to clean (114)
  • Stable (77)
  • Affordable (2)
  • Cheap (2)
  • Durable (2)
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Cons

  • Unstable (64)
  • Poor temperature control (17)
  • Somewhat unstable (3)
  • Difficult to light (2)
  • Hard to clean (2)
  • Non-refillable canister (2)
  • Slightly unstable (2)
  • Wind protection a must (2)
  • Wind protection poor (2)
  • A little unstable (1)

Best Uses

  • Backpacking (201)
  • Hiking (145)
  • Car camping (66)
  • High altitude (32)
  • Emergency (2)
  • Airplane camping (1)
  • Anything (1)
  • Bicycle camping (1)
  • Business (1)
  • Canoe trips (1)
 
 
 

Provided by Rock Creek Outfitters

At a mere 3 ounces, MSR's compact and powerful Pocket Rocket™ is the lightest in the “Super Light” category. It includes a durable fitted carrying case allowing the PocketRocket to fit into the smallest pack spaces. Made with high quality stainless steel, aluminum, and brass, the PocketRocket is durable and maintenance free. Simple in design, this stove requires no preheating, priming or pressurizing—just twist the control valve and light. It quickly delivers a steady, hot flame that backcountry chefs can adjust to simmer or boil.
Designed for use with MSR IsoPro™ Premium Blend Fuel for maximum efficiency, the PocketRocket also fits other threaded butane canisters.

The PocketRocket excels on any trip where weight is a premium: minimalist overnight climbs or traverses, multi-day light alpine ascents, or expedition high-camps. BACKPACKER Magazine Tester Andy Dappen, said of the Pocket Rocket, "This midget flamethrower is one of the lightest backpacking stoves available, and the best cartridge stove I’ve used."

  • Ultralight, Pocket-Sized: Weighs just 3 oz. (86 g), Palm-size dimensions (4x4x2 inches)
  • Simple, Lightening-Fast Operation: No need for priming, pressurizing or maintenance
  • Blazing Heat Output: Boils a liter of water in under 3.5 minutes
  • Simmer or Boil: Glove-friendly controls allow precise flame adjustment and stability
  • Windclip™ Windshield: Micro-burner, tri-sectional clip protects flame in light wind gusts
  • Burns MSR IsoPro™ Premium Fuel: Clean burning, ultimate performance from start to finish of canister life
  • Specification Description
    Model 11792
    UPC 040818117927
    Average boil time 3 min. 58 sec.
    Avg. Boil Time 1 liter - 3.5 min.
    Boil Time 3.5 min. / 1 L
    Burn Time 1 hour
    Burn Time 60 min. / 8 oz.
    Burn time (max flame) (100g canister) 26 minutes
    Cold weather use Fair
    Country Of Origin United States
    Dimensions 4 in. x 2 in. x 2 in.
    Dimensions 4.1 x 2.1 x 2 inches
    Ease of operation Excellent
    Fuel Isobutane
    Fuel capacity 227g canister
    Fuel Type MSR isopropane canister
    Fuel Types MSR IsoPro Premium Fuel
    Ignition Method Manual
    Invoice Title Pocket Rocket Stove
    keyFeatures Adjustable flame
    keyFeatures Burns IsoPro™ premium fuel
    keyFeatures Only 4" x 4" x 2" and weighs just 3 oz.
    keyFeatures Windclip™ windshield
    Pot stability Fair
    Product Copy Bullet 1 Performs well in gusty conditions and high altitudes
    Product Copy Bullet 2 No priming, no pressurizing needed; lights with a touch of a match
    Product Copy Bullet 3 Impressive burn time of up to 1 hour, depending on altitude and the burn setting, for every 8 ounces of fuel
    Product Copy Bullet 4 Glove-friendly controls allow precise flame adjustment and stability.
    Product Copy Bullet 5 Weighs only 3 ounces (not including fuel canister) and includes a durable plastic carrying case
    Product Copy Bullet 6 Made of stainless steel, aluminum, and brass
    Product Copy Bullet 7 Dimensions: 4 x 2 x 2 in.
    Product Copy Bullet 8 Important note: Due to Department of Transportation restrictions, we are not allowed to ship pressurized fuel cannisters. Fuel may still be purchased
    Rock Creek Product # 1153
    Stove stability Excellent
    Suggested use Backpacking/mountaineering
    Type Cannister
    Type: Burners Backpacking
    Water boiled per 100g fuel 6.6 liters
    Weight 3 oz. (85 g)
    Weight (w/ no fuel) 3.3 ounces
    Weight w/o Fuel 3 oz.

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    [25 of 35 customers found this review helpful]

     
    ★★★★★
    5.0
    Get one!

    "This thing is my favorite new gadget! I think i go on more hikes now just so i can cook Cup o Noodles in a cave! Ive only used it to boil water so far so i cant comment on the temperature control or scorching etc. but boil water it does. I had a liter or more boiling in less than 5 mins on max. I was further amazed that before my cup o noodles was ready this thing was cooled down and back in my pack. It is ..." Read Full Review »

    Nov 04, 2009 by Dan b247

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    ★★☆☆☆
    2.0
    not my favorite

    "Maybe my rocket is a lemon, I found it wouldnt keep a simmer flame without going out. Any breeze and the cook time is extended. When the fuel is low it wouldnt burn very strong. When the stove quits burning there is still more fule in the canister that is wasted. It works fine on a fresh canister with no wind. Not being able to use a windshield is a drag too...." Read Full Review »

    May 02, 2004 by Marsha

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    MSR Pocket Rocket Stove Review

    Get one!

    ★★★★★
    5.0

      Pros

    • Compact
    • Easy To Clean
    • Easy to Light
    • Great temperature control
    • Lightweight
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      Cons

    • Unstable

      Best Uses

    • Backpacking
    • Car Camping
    • Hiking
    • Picnicing
     

    "This thing is my favorite new gadget! I think i go on more hikes now just so i can cook Cup o Noodles in a cave! Ive only used it to boil water so far so i cant comment on the temperature control or scorching etc. but boil water it does. I had a liter or more boiling in less than 5 mins on max. …"  Read Full Review »

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    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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    Nov 4 2009
    Dan b247
    Concord, Ca
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    [2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

    MSR Pocket Rocket Stove Review

    Great Stove for any minimalist

    ★★★★★
    5.0

      Pros

    • Compact
    • Easy To Clean
    • Easy to Light
    • Great temperature control
    • Lightweight
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      Cons

    • None

      Best Uses

    • Backpacking
    • Car Camping
    • Hiking
     

    "This is a great little stove. Packs up so small you won't even notice it. When coupled with the small fuel canisters you can really get the job done light!! Only downfall is it does concentrate the heat in the center and will burn things quickly if not attended. Perfect for boiling water but hav …"  Read Full Review »

    Cooking up some beans

    Cooking up some beans
    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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    Dec 15 2008
    The Mad Scientist
    Murfreesboro, TN
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    MSR Pocket Rocket Stove Review

    Nice Stove!

    ★★★★★
    5.0

      Pros

    • Compact
    • Easy To Clean
    • Easy to Light
    • Great temperature control
    • Lightweight
    • More »

      Cons

    • None

      Best Uses

    • Backpacking
    • High Altitude
    • Hiking
     

    "I bought this stove to replace another one that I used and wasn't happy with. I should have bought this one first. I have used it for three years, several trips a year and it never lets me down. I thought the fuel canisters would be bulky, but they are not bad and the fuel lasts a long time. I c …"  Read Full Review »

    Tea time overlooking Echo Lakes, CA.

    Tea time overlooking Echo Lakes, CA.
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    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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    Jul 12 2009
    lightcourier
    Reno, NV
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    MSR Pocket Rocket Stove Review

    Great Little Stove

    ★★★★☆
    4.0

      Pros

    • Compact
    • Easy to Light
    • Lightweight
    • Powerful

      Cons

    • Need to ad a can stand
    • Need to bring lighter

      Best Uses

    • Backpacking
    • Car Camping
     

    "This is a great little stove. I have been using one for over a year now.



    Its a little unstable in the stock version. I improved mine by adding a Brunton can stand from REI which fits the MSR fuel canisters perfectly. Also unlike a jetfuel you have to bring a lighter or matches.



    Its super ligh …"  Read Full Review »

    WIth a can stand

    WIth a can stand
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    This is how small it is sans fuel tank

    This is how small it is sans fuel tank
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    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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    Aug 1 2009
    Twinedog
    Los Angeles, CA
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    MSR Pocket Rocket Stove Review

    Pocketrocket does the job!

    ★★★★★
    5.0

      Pros

    • Compact
    • Lightweight
    • Powerful

      Cons

    • None

      Best Uses

    • Backpacking
    • Hiking
     

    "I'm an assistant Scoutmaster in my son's Boy Scout Troop and I do a lot of camping and hiking and the MSR Pocketrocket is by far the best compact stove I have found. It's super light weight and the no muss no fuss fuel canisters are small and light enough for backpacking. I would recommend this stov …"  Read Full Review »

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    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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    Oct 22 2009
    Cricket
    Garland, Texas
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    Price: $39.99
     
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