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MSR Reactor Stove

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★★★★★
4.7

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★★★★☆
4.3

$111.96 - $159.99

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Pros

  • Powerful (49)
  • Easy to light (42)
  • Easy to clean (33)
  • Compact (28)
  • Lightweight (20)
  • Stable (20)
  • Great temperature control (15)
  • Fast boil (5)
  • Versatile (2)
  • Drop proof (1)
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Cons

  • Bulky (15)
  • Poor temperature control (15)
  • Hard to clean (3)
  • Heavy (3)
  • Construction quality (1)
  • Difficult to light (1)
  • Extreme outdoor temps (1)
  • Handle popped off (1)
  • Limited to boiling water (1)
  • Not ready to use with pan (1)

Best Uses

  • Backpacking (51)
  • Hiking (38)
  • High altitude (26)
  • Car camping (19)
  • Kayak camping (2)
  • Canoe camping (1)
  • Canoeing (1)
  • Day trips (1)
  • Instant boiling water (1)
  • Not for fastpoacking (1)
 
 
 

Provided by Altrec

The revolutionary new MSR Reactor Stove is the fastest-boiling, most fuel-efficient, stove system ever made. The MSR Reactor Stove offers unprecedented canister stove performance in challenging conditions, including superior wind protection and consistent flame output at all fuel levels. It's also compact and easy to use, comprising a patent-pending canister stove and a high-efficiency 1.7-liter pot that makes it great for everything from solo trips to cooking for groups of up to three people. Recent Awards include: Editors' Choice 2007: Backpacker Magazine, Best in Gear Award: Rock and Ice, ISPO Outdoor Award, I.D. Winner 2007 Design Review. Please note that this kit does not include the fuel canister. Please order fuel seperately.

Specification Description
Model 11205
UPC 040818112052
Ability to simmer Fair
Average boil time 3 min. 45 sec.
Boil Time 3 min. / liter
Boy Girl Boys,Girls
Burn time (max flame) (100g) 39 minutes
Cold weather use Good
Country Of Origin China
Dimensions 6 x 6 x 7.5 inches
Ease of operation Excellent
Fuel Isobutane
Fuel capacity (Canister) 227 grams
Fuel Type MSR IsoPro/MSR Canister Fuel (Europe)
Ignition Method Push-button
Invoice Title REACTOR COOK SYSTEM
Materials Canister fuel sold separately
Pot stability Excellent
Product Copy Bullet 1 Boils 1 liter of water in just 3 minutes
Product Copy Bullet 10 Easily packable; stove system fits inside pot with locking lid
Product Copy Bullet 11 Important note: Due to Department of Transportation restrictions, we are not allowed to ship pressurized fuel cannisters. Fuel may still be purchased
Product Copy Bullet 2 Combines canister stove and 1.7-liter pot into a compact unit
Product Copy Bullet 3 Total wind protection
Product Copy Bullet 4 Uses proprietary fuel blend of conventive/radiant heat for greater heat output
Product Copy Bullet 5 Puck-shaped burner concentrates firepower within windproof steel-mesh chamber
Product Copy Bullet 6 Ultra-stable metal foldover handle
Product Copy Bullet 7 Clear plastic lid (for watching)
Product Copy Bullet 8 In all kinds of weather, cranks out one fast boil after another
Product Copy Bullet 9 Fuel efficient performance-to-weight ratio; burns 22 liters of water per 8-ounce canister
Rock Creek Product # 10875
Stove stability Unavailable
Suggested use Backpacking/mountaineering
TRU Age Filter Big Kids
Type Cannister
Type: Burners Backpacking
Water boiled per 100g fuel 10 liters
Weight Minimum Weight: 21 oz. (595 g) Packaged Weight: 21.6 oz. (612 g)
Weight (w/ no fuel) 20.2 ounces

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MSR Reactor Stove Reviews

 
 
 

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[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

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[12 of 18 customers found this review helpful]

 
★★★★★
5.0
BOMBPROOF!!!

"I'm not one who normally writes reviews on products, having said that, I felt compelled to write a review on this exceptionally designed stove. From start to finish I can have a hot meal, i.e. Mountain House DEHY, in less than 10 minutes!!! Thats from initial lighting to fork in mouth.. I have consistently seen the stove boil 16 ounces in 1.5 minutes!!!! The design, materials, and construction of this stove ar..." Read Full Review »

Mar 14, 2009 by FWSMan

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★★☆☆☆
2.0
NO GO IN SNOW!!!

"This thing might be cool in fair weather, but its not a mountaineers tool. THE CONS: The hype about the pressure regulator making the fuel run more efficiently is total bull. If the canister is sitting in snow, the stove quickly weakens to a whimpy simmer which make snow melt times pathetic. When they say not to use it in a tent, they arent kidding either, mine belches a 24 inch fireball every time I light it..." Read Full Review »

Dec 20, 2007 by Lajhanata

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MSR Reactor Stove Review

BOMBPROOF!!!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Compact
  • Easy To Clean
  • Easy to Light
  • Lightweight
  • Powerful

    Cons

  • Poor temperature control

    Best Uses

  • Backpacking
  • Hiking
 

"I'm not one who normally writes reviews on products, having said that, I felt compelled to write a review on this exceptionally designed stove. From start to finish I can have a hot meal, i.e. Mountain House DEHY, in less than 10 minutes!!! Thats from initial lighting to fork in mouth.. I have con …"  Read Full Review »

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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Mar 14 2009
FWSMan
Gulf Coast, USA
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  • Outdoor Professional
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Price: $159.95
 
 

[9 of 14 customers found this review helpful]

MSR Reactor Stove Review

Usual MSR Top Quality

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Easy To Clean
  • Easy to Light
  • Powerful

    Cons

  • Bulky
  • Difficult to Clean
  • Poor temperature control

    Best Uses

  • Backpacking
  • Car Camping
  • High Altitude
  • Hiking
 

"Well this thing was a real surprise. I have two other MSR products and I've been impressed by both but I wasn't expecting this stove to be as good as it is.



It boils FAST and boils a lot (a full litre). The thing that surprised me the most is how quickly it can be prepared. The instructions say y …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jun 10 2008
Panning
NSW, Australia
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Price: $159.95
 
 

[8 of 15 customers found this review helpful]

MSR Reactor Stove Review

excellent, and try this technique

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Easy To Clean
  • Easy to Light
  • Powerful

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Backpacking
  • Car Camping
  • Hiking
 

"I waited for this unit to become available and held off on buying a Jetboil. It was worth it. I think it's hard to satisfy every single desire in one product, so know what you are trying to do rather than expecting unreasonable results. That being said, this thing kicks serious butt. You will sa …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Dec 8 2008
ozard
Oympia, Wa
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Price: $159.95
 
 

[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

MSR Reactor Stove Review

cutting corners in the second generation

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Compact
  • Lightweight
  • Powerful

    Cons

  • Construction quality
  • Poor temperature control

    Best Uses

  • Backpacking
  • High Altitude
 

"The bottom line is that this is a great stove with amazing speed and a big enough pot to be useful (bigger than the Primus EtaExpress, which would be difficult to melt snow with thanks to its tiny size). However, I have two complaints. First of all is the lack of a Piezo lighter. It would be easy …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jan 25 2009
gear engineer
pacific northwest
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[4 of 7 customers found this review helpful]

MSR Reactor Stove Review

Honest Stove

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Easy To Clean
  • Easy to Light
  • Fast boil
  • Great temperature control
  • Powerful
  • More »

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Backpacking
  • Hiking
  • Kayak Camping
 

"The MSR Reactor stove is well worth the price. There are several reasons for this. First, I admire the fact that the piezo igniter has been left off of the stove. Someone at MSR must have realized that these gadgets are problematic. I’ll give MSR points for honesty. I had bought a Jetboil and return …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jul 25 2008
Novorca
Minnesota
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