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Primus Micron III Piezo Stove & Trek Pot Set Review - ''Compact, functional, versatile, and capable, with just enough compromises to remind you it’s still built for people who care about grams.''

Posted by Andy Neil on Dec 04, 2025

The Primus Micron III Piezo Stove and Trek Pot Set offer an appealing option for anyone wanting a compact setup that still lets you cook proper food in the hills. They sit in that interesting spot between ultra-minimal “boil water only” systems and heavier cookware that leans more towards basecamp or group cooking. Both items work perfectly well on their own, but I’ve been using …
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Silva Aluminium Cork Trekking Poles Review - ''A workhorse piece of equipment, not the lightest, but strong and highly reliable and offer very good value for money.''

Posted by Lois Fife on Feb 13, 2025

I have been rigorously testing these Silva Trekking Poles Aluminium Cork over the past 12 months. They have joined me on numerous multi-day hikes in the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales, Peak District, Scotland and whilst on regular long day walks on the North York Moors. They have never let me down, adding confidence to steep descents, taken the load off the body when packed up and provided stabil …
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The Ultimate Guide to MSR Cookware Materials

Jul 18, 2024

Backpacking cookware comes in a variety of materials to meet the priorities of everyone, from fastpackers to dedicated backcountry chefs. Each material has its key benefits—understanding them will help you pick the cook set that’s aimed at your needs, both on the trail and in the “kitchen”. Here’s a look at the three materials used in MSR cookware and why you might choose one over the other. …
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About Primus

Jul 01, 2024

Pioneers at heart, Primus have the ambition to give outdoor lovers like us the freedom to explore. We do this by offering great products and making it possible to discover all kinds of adventures - because we believe that every day is a potential adventure. Big or small, we believe every adventure starts with a good meal. Food fuels our bodies and food inspires our imagination. That's why we've de …
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