Thankfully there are a variety of foldable counter-height (32-36 inches) camp cook stations, some with more features than others, that can really improve your outdoor cooking experience. We could probably devote an entire article to camp cookware, but there are a few camp stove-specific accessories that are good to keep in mind. If you want to make creamy risotto, oatmeal, or polenta, you’ll need to be able to simmer on low heat.
We often cook with a cast iron grill pan, but getting even heat across a large pan on a typical camping stove is virtually impossible. The Stansport’s three-burner design was absolutely perfect for that, while still leaving enough room for a pot on the other burner. Popular for stoves, grills, heaters, generators and more, our Coleman propane cylinders come in a sturdy container with dependable valves for safe and easy use.
Might as well try and make your toast by setting it in your car’s windshield. THIS IS A REVIEW FOR THE COLEMAN CAMP STOVE TOASTER.I bought this new @ Walmart for a recent camp trip and actually was pretty fleased with the performance. Note the two different grates on this model – on “open type” on the left and “no burn type” on the right. Joe notes that the left grate is nearly identical to the center grate on the Bungalow Cooker above. Coleman Cascade Classic Camp Stove — Not to be confused with the previous generation Coleman Classic Camp Stove, the new Coleman Cascade Classic Camp Stove .
You’ll appreciate the latch when you use the stove’s built-in recessed carry handle, too. While they do aid in
wind protection, they could be larger. The Triton stove can simmer, but it wants to be a full-blast flame.
While it had a decent low setting, we had a hard time keeping water below 200 degrees without accidentally shutting the stove off. The knob only has a half-turn range, which means you’ve got fairly limited temperature control. Wood-burning stoves are becoming more popular, and the BioLite CampStove 2 is a unique take on the idea. The attached battery powers a small fan which controls the flame levels and recharges itself with heat from the fire.
Generally speaking, the wider the burner’s diameter, the better for even cooking. So, why did this stove, which is $25 more expensive than the Coleman Classic (below), earn our top budget stove spot? We think the auto-ignition and the improved flame control give this stove an overall better value, in spite of
the slightly higher sticker price. The good news is we’ve done much of the hard work for you! We’ve whittled the list down to just the very best camping stoves on the market and we’ll walk you through the most important features to consider. It includes a bronze lacquered Everdur tank and Band-A-Blu burners.
Ultimately, though, camp stoves can offer added convenience and safety compared with other options and can be a great choice for families. As the successor to the tried-and-true Coleman Camp Stove, the Coleman Triton Stove Series 2 Burner has some serious reputation to uphold. Fortunately it’s a hardy piece of equipment that is capable of cooking a damn good meal and will be a great centerpiece in your car camping outdoor kitchen.
It is designed to safely burn either Coleman fuel/white gas or unleaded gasoline. The ability to use multiple fuels makes this stove quite valuable. In an emergency, it may be easier to find unleaded gasoline than Coleman fuel. Keep in mind that gasoline produces significant amounts of carbon monoxide, so do not use this stove indoors. The stove pictured has two burners which will each accommodate a 10 inch pot.
While the Coleman Classic did not earn the top marks in our tests, it is sufficient for most car campers, and the price tag makes it an alluring option. The Classic is also a tried, tested, and true option whose longevity regularly belies its low price. The Coleman Cascade Classic — the updated version of the Classic — is another stove that won’t break the bank, and it performs well enough to be a good value.
I felt comfortable enough to keep the heat cranked and the dinner cookin’. It’s summer (mostly), but I still managed to test this stove in less-than-ideal weather when a gusty rain (and then a snowstorm) blew in. Just like the other compact two-burners in our review, the Classic proved straightforward and simple to use. Some people have also reported that the dials on their stoves can feel sticky or unresponsive. One owner posted a solution that involves about 10 minutes of labor and the application of silicone lube. Though our test unit’s dials didn’t feel unresponsive, we followed the instructions, and we were pleased with the resulting more-sensitive controls.