Originally Posted by
fuzz2050
Don't forget, alcohol stoves (or any form of stove without a shut-off valve) are not allowed on many parts of the PCT. With the fire danger in California this year, the National Park system is getting very particular. That might account for the lack of alcohol stoves you see among thru-hikers.
Yes, and another good reason not to use them. Low fuel efficiency and temperature might be another.
As mentioned in post 20 the Sigg kit is very nice. We use the kit I bought in 1968 at Sporthaus Schuster, Munchen, though we've given up the Svea in favor of the Optimus Nova. Can't get parts for the Svea anymore.