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MSR XGK EX Stove
#10
based on 67 reviews
Ratings Distribution
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| 4 star |
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| 3 star |
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Pros
Cons
- Poor temperature control (16)
- Difficult to light (3)
- Hard to clean (2)
- Heavy / bulky (2)
- Noisy (2)
- Build quality (1)
- Good price / value (1)
- High fuel consumption (1)
- No simmer (1)
- Not effective with avgas (1)
Best Uses
- Backpacking (21)
- High altitude (19)
- Hiking (17)
- Car camping (8)
- Biking trips / touring (1)
- Cold / extreme (1)
- End of time (1)
- Expedition (1)
- Military / law enforcement (1)
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MSR XGK EX Stove Reviews
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[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
Most helpful negative review
[10 of 12 customers found this review helpful]
Backpacker/Alpinist delight
"I have had this stove for a few months now as a replacement for my Whisperlite which I used into the ground. I have read and heard complaints about temp control and have only to say yes it is like using a jet turbine engine to cook with but keep in mind its design is for high altitude and low temps which require it cook at a high temp. Hint: the stove will continue to burn for several minutes when turned off to ..." Read Full Review »
Jan 03, 2010 by Bake the Nomad
great stove for blacksmithing
"I got the MSR to try it against my most excellent Brunton Optimus Nova. I was attracted by the multi-fuel capability and its claimed bullet-proof performance. What I under-estimated was how limited a range the stove would afford based upon its design to perform in alpine situations. The stove lights and vaporizes fuel quickly, allowing the user to boil water in a matter of minutes. What it lacks is any kind ..." Read Full Review »
Sep 09, 2007 by Captn Willard
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[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
MSR XGK EX Stove Review
Backpacker/Alpinist delight
- Compact
- Easy To Clean
- Easy to Light
- Lightweight
- Powerful
- More »
Pros
- None
Cons
- Backpacking
- High Altitude
- Hiking
Best Uses
"I have had this stove for a few months now as a replacement for my Whisperlite which I used into the ground. I have read and heard complaints about temp control and have only to say yes it is like using a jet turbine engine to cook with but keep in mind its design is for high altitude and low temps …" Read Full Review »
26 degrees Burro Creek Wilderness Area, Az.
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- Avid Adventurer
MSR XGK EX Stove Review
A tired old work horse
- Compact
- Powerful
- Rugged
- Stable
Pros
- Build quality
- No simmer
- Poor temperature control
- Value
Cons
- Car Camping
- Expedition
- Hiking
- Military
Best Uses
"Bottom Line: The XGK is no longer the king of the expedition stoves - technology has moved on and competing multi-fuel stoves in the same price range are simply better values. The XGK will do the job, but why put up with its many anachronisms?
The XGK is targeted at people who need true multi-fue
…"
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- Outdoor Professional
[10 of 12 customers found this review helpful]
MSR XGK EX Stove Review
great stove for blacksmithing
- Easy to Light
- Powerful
Pros
- Poor temperature control
Cons
- Cycle touring
Best Uses
"I got the MSR to try it against my most excellent Brunton Optimus Nova. I was attracted by the multi-fuel capability and its claimed bullet-proof performance. What I under-estimated was how limited a range the stove would afford based upon its design to perform in alpine situations. The stove lig …" Read Full Review »
- Avid Adventurer
MSR XGK EX Stove Review
Great Stove for cooking in any condition
- Compact
- Easy To Clean
- Easy to Light
- Lightweight
- Powerful
- More »
Pros
- Poor temperature control
Cons
- Backpacking
- High Altitude
- Hiking
Best Uses
"Great stove, can be a little tricky to get burning the very first time you use it. It can be a bit intimidating because it sounds like a space shuttle taking off. I recommend playing with it before hitting the field. the temp adjustment is the only fault in this stove. i noticed you have more temp …" Read Full Review »
- Avid Adventurer
[8 of 11 customers found this review helpful]
MSR XGK EX Stove Review
Good for Alpine Use
- Compact
- Powerful
- Stable
Pros
- Difficult to Light
- Poor temperature control
Cons
- High Altitude
Best Uses
"The stove will be hard to light under low temperature. The gas just doesn't evaporate, and you may need a long stick match or some additional lightning tools to light the stove. After a few times try, you will eventually get it.
The stove works great if you don't do gourmet cooking (poor temper
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- Avid Adventurer
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