MSR Reactor Stove System Backpacking Stove
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15 ReviewsMSR Reactor Stove System Backpacking Stove
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.
- Unrivaled Boil Time: Outperforms the competition in lab tests, boiling 1 liter of water in just 3 minutes with an even greater advantage in challenging conditions
- Maximum Efficiency: Patent-pending radiant burner and heat exchanger make the Reactor the most efficient all-condition stove system, so you carry less fuel
- Unmatched Wind Protection: Radiant burner head is enclosed by heat exchanger for total protection in even the windiest conditions
- Integrated System: State-of-the-art stove and high-efficiency pot are combined into one compact, easy-to-use system. Consistent Flame Output: Internal regulator equalizes fuel pressure for optimal performance at all fuel levels
- Minimum Weight: 21 oz. (595 g)
15 Reviews - MSR: Reactor Stove System Backpacking Stove
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Anonymous - 2010-01-26absolutely love it.
Had it on the trail at least three times this fall and was floored, as were my backpacking companions. Unbeatable wind protection and boil speed. When weather is bearing down and light is fading, your Mountain House feasts are but moments away.
yc - 2010-01-20good
I bought this as a second stove for shorter/lighter trips and mountaineering.I have used Dragonfly.I find the Reactor to be a bit more efficient, but it's also more basic.The biggest drawback to the Reactor is that it is a one pot stove and practically a one stove pot. The pot will fit on a Dragonfly, but my pot I use with the Dragonfly won't fit on the Reactor.
M. Brians - 2009-12-21AWESOME Stove!!!!
I bought this stove at REI the night before a winter campout. The weather ended up being 34 degrees and rainy. I was able to boil 1.5 liters of water in just over 3 minutes while others were waiting 15 minutes or longer with traditional stoves. The other advantage was that with the pot removed the reactor acts as a great hand warmer for cold weather camping. Can't wait for new attachments to come as I will be one of the first to buy.
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15 Reviews - MSR: Reactor Stove System Backpacking Stove
Anonymous - 2010-01-26absolutely love it.
Had it on the trail at least three times this fall and was floored, as were my backpacking companions. Unbeatable wind protection and boil speed. When weather is bearing down and light is fading, your Mountain House feasts are but moments away.
yc - 2010-01-20good
I bought this as a second stove for shorter/lighter trips and mountaineering.I have used Dragonfly.I find the Reactor to be a bit more efficient, but it's also more basic.The biggest drawback to the Reactor is that it is a one pot stove and practically a one stove pot. The pot will fit on a Dragonfly, but my pot I use with the Dragonfly won't fit on the Reactor.
M. Brians - 2009-12-21AWESOME Stove!!!!
I bought this stove at REI the night before a winter campout. The weather ended up being 34 degrees and rainy. I was able to boil 1.5 liters of water in just over 3 minutes while others were waiting 15 minutes or longer with traditional stoves. The other advantage was that with the pot removed the reactor acts as a great hand warmer for cold weather camping. Can't wait for new attachments to come as I will be one of the first to buy.
adam ehrhardt - 2009-12-19Great stove
Just bought my MSR Reactor stove today and immediately tried it out in 30 degree weather with snow, sleet, and a slight breeze. Started up great and worked awesome! I like how you can fit the larger MSR fuel in the pot so you won't have to call two smalls one. Does seem a little heavy, but hey, if I wanted an ultra light stove I would have bought something else.
Xiaoqiu Zhou - 2009-12-18Exceptional stove!
Made camp life luxurious for 3 people. Well-made, easy to use and packed well. Makes water for tea/coffee in a minute. Perfect for dried meals and used it to boil water for drinking. So simple to set up and break down we brought it out anywhere and made drinks or food along the trail. It's like a trail microwave, but lighter :)
Jeff Jenson - 2009-11-05Very quiet and functional! Worth the investment!
I have owned a MSR Dragonfly for 11 years and decided that it was time for a new addition. When it comes to cooking, my backpacking trips mainly include freeze dried meal and hot chocolate. The Reactor is perfect for this. My Dragonfly always sounded like a jet was about to take off. The Reactor is MUCH quieter and boils water faster in my opinion (particularly if you include setup and take down into account). The pot with which the water goes into is bigger than what I would normally carry and I had my doubts. When comparing the two stoves, carrying my stove, fuel and pot in 1 container is much more convenient than the 3 separate items I had to dig around for with with Dragonfly. I will probably still use the Dragonfly when altitude is an issue but I would say that the majority of my treks can be handled by the Reactor. There are 2 things I will suggest: 1)You will want to use an additional little towel besides the one that it comes with to wrap your fuel canister so it doesn't bang against the inside of the pot and 2) I wish MSR would make a deep dish plate (or bowl since we are talking about a 5" diameter) that could fit inside the reactor pot because there is still space that needs to be maximized.
MSR's Folding utensil folds small enough to fit inside as well (you could fit more than 1 if you don't like using a spork).
Anonymous - 2009-10-14Terrific and versatile stove
I picked up the reactor stove maybe two weeks ago and already am in love with it. Once upon a time I thought that a gourmet stove was the only way to go (MSR Dragonfly for example), but the more camping and backpacking we do the more we come to rely of freeze dried food. This simplifies the process as you need boiled water. Well, the Reactor boils water real damn fast.
I am not one to time things, but it boiled enough water to make a two person meal and have left over water for tea in the time it took me to get out my bowls, sporks, get the food packet open and clear a place to sit down and eat.
It packs down really well and reduces the need for multiple bags of gear (stove, pump, fuel, support base). It's lightweight and very easy to use.
In short I love it!
Leon Barson - 2009-09-14Leave All The Other Ones At Home!!
I have tried a few different backpacking stoves - including another MSR model - and I can truly say that the Reactor is the real deal. It is very light, holds a sufficient amount of water for most cooking tasks, and boils water very quickly. Admittedly, it is a bit larger than some other models on the market, but, on balance, the extra size (which isn't all that much) is well worth the added performance.
muzik - 2009-08-26Best Stove System But have some deficiency
The Reactor looks like the best option in the world for melting snow. But is the few minutes of time saved worth more than twice the cost, +6oz of weight, and loss of capability of using other pots? Probably not for me. And a critical flaw IMO, the Reactor burner does not attach to the pot so it can not be suspended in an alpine tent, easily held or served while heating, etc..
also It make CO,should be very carefully.
Anonymous - 2009-06-26Just what I was looking for!
I purchased this stove because of all the good reviews it received. I am not disappointed, it's compact, easy on fuel and durable. I have purchased other MSR products and have yet to be disappoited. The fast boil time is no joke!
Randy - 2009-06-17Amazing!
The stove arrived via Fedex during a typical Colorado summer afternoon rain storm (heavy wind and rain). I ran out to the back patio with stove and pot (w/ 1 liter of water). I used the spark of my 'bic' to light the stove, set the pot on the stove, and I ran inside to view the pot from a window. Even in the driving wind and rain, the water boiled in ~3.5 minutes. The system is 5 oz. heavier than my current system, but we bought ultra light stuff sacks and pack covers to make up for the weight difference. The fuel savings may help, too. I am very pleased with this stove. Being able to know that I can make a hot cup of tea, quickly, on a cool and windy morning for my wife and me gives me a very warm feeling... "Happy wife, happy life (and happy camp :)"
Anonymous - 2008-09-14Perfect. Boiled 1L of water in under 3 minutes even at 14,000ft
Just used it for Longs Peak, and it boils water insanely fast. Sips fuel too. Only wish it had a built in igniter and you didn't have to take the burner off the fuel canister to put it back into the pot. Beats Jetboil hands down, now they just need to bring out more compatible cookware
JOE DOURIDAS - 2008-05-27Excellent stove
Pro's: I used my reactor at about an 8,500 foot elevation this weekend and it was a great performer. it boiled a half liter of water nearly faster than i could get my dehydrated food out of my pack and open.
Con's: It would be nice if they would put out a lightweight frying pan to give it a little versatility.
Overall: lack of accessories would not detour me from purchasing one. It is awesome for what I bought it for. Being compact, light, gas efficient and ready to battle some wind.
Stephen Armstrong - 2008-01-16Really was pleased
This thing is a a great package! I have used a Whisper lite International for years and was reluctant to move on to a cannister stove but one trip to the mountains relieved my concerns. Cooks fast and evenly with easy clean up and no gas to mess with! You know how it is on a cold morning when you want that first cup of hot chocolate or coffee? This is so much faster and neater than the old gas burner. Progress is a wonderful thing!
Anonymous - 2007-12-09Great but limited!
This stove outperforms any other MSR model, and even the Jetboil system, in terms of boiling times. Although I have not tried it over 2000 feet. The fall back is the limited choice, actually no choice, in cookware, you get the 1.5L pot and that's it! In order to compete with the Jetboil system MSR needs to bring out more pots and pans to the market for the ingenious stove!
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