The Biolite FirePit | How Good Is It?

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    While out on a recent family camping trip to the San Rafael Swell, we got to use our new Biolite Firepit and do some cooking on it as well. In the past we've been using the Solo Stove Ranger fire pit and have been impressed with that. So it was fun to check out another fire pit on the market and see how it compares. Time will tell with how it holds up to consistent use and time in the elements. A full follow up review to follow soon.
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  • @titanpreparedness
    @titanpreparedness 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Huge fan of Biolite for what they do in 3rd world countries. Got a review of their solar home 620. Ive been impressed with everything ive seen from them. That item would be great for car camping.

    • @shannoninalaska
      @shannoninalaska 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Exactly why I just bought this BioLite FirePit+ today. I am gathering my camping supplies over the winter months so I can be ready to car camp around Alaska on summer weekends.

    • @BasicBodThor
      @BasicBodThor ปีที่แล้ว +1

      100% I also have their headlight for camping, and it's great!

  • @TeachingwithPower
    @TeachingwithPower 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I would love to see you do a video on efficient family camping packing and unpacking strategies. It always seems like it takes forever to get ready for a trip and then unpack from a trip. It may even keep us from going out as much because it seems like such a huge task Any tips on making it smoother and quicker?

  • @badtolz2122
    @badtolz2122 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It's been around awhile. Updated review? Also, a lot of reviews state smokeless claim is bogus? If not, what are they doing wrong? Thanks.

  • @TroutWest
    @TroutWest 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I'd like to see what the metal looks like after 4-5 uses. And clean out from the grease

    • @BackcountryExposure
      @BackcountryExposure  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah it’s going to be interesting to see how it holds up. Another guy (primal outdoors) made a video on this same pit and the metal mesh for him had a ton of rust. So far after a few burns, including beyond what is shown in this video it’s doing pretty good.

    • @Keeganmac4
      @Keeganmac4 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@BackcountryExposure another reviewer had stated that using Rustoleum High Heat paint keeps it protected. Just re-apply from time to time. For $7 a spray paint can, seems like an inexpensive way to keep it protected. I have not tried it yet, but I will certainly be trying that.

    • @BackcountryExposure
      @BackcountryExposure  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mike McIntyre yeah that sounds like a good idea.

    • @steveh7428
      @steveh7428 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Backcountry Exposure Any update on how your bio lite firepit had been holding up? Are you having the rust issues most complain of?

    • @stuartsullivan4535
      @stuartsullivan4535 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      th-cam.com/video/a-ElmoNudPQ/w-d-xo.html this guy shows his after some use and how he maintains it

  • @talentous718
    @talentous718 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Radiant heat is a big deal!!! Thank you for pointing that out! 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

    • @turbonbc
      @turbonbc 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Its basically the whole point of a fire. People have become weak and seem to have lost their way and sacrificing heat for less smoke.

  • @Abstract180
    @Abstract180 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    That rock fire pit looks awesome!

    • @roxannegordon6162
      @roxannegordon6162 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree. I love the ones I've had to play with. I put painted rocks on the big stone when I leave.

  • @greatbeernow
    @greatbeernow 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I just got one of these! Good info to know before I get started

  • @caseyl3631
    @caseyl3631 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I dont get why you would want a highly flammable lithium battery hanging off the side of a firepit, plus when you use it, you have a better chance of melting your devices

  • @garrycollins3415
    @garrycollins3415 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I've had one for a couple of years, I've used it for half a dozen car trips. Still holds up. Not a great source for charging. It will also burn through the wood very fast. Like their cook system it is seriously efficient when it burns that hot.

  • @hiddenvalleyprojects9218
    @hiddenvalleyprojects9218 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Why didn’t you mention how the pack on the side charges your electronic devices? That’s a huge selling point with biolite products.

  • @davidlaw233
    @davidlaw233 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks like it's designed more for a campfire than cooking

  • @Sgsportbit
    @Sgsportbit 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It always nice to hear someone referring to top soil as 'Earth' 4:00 instead of dirt.

  • @TravelTourTaste
    @TravelTourTaste 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    that is one heck of a good looking piece of kit right there. We just love camping but have missed it this year due to the Pandemic. We cant wait to get back out there doing what we love to do the most . we hope you have a great week. Thanks so much for sharing. Keep safe Love and Light Sarah and Glenn

  • @6ixriderca
    @6ixriderca 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Terrible idea of putting a battery pack next to a fire.

  • @loveistheneworder4117
    @loveistheneworder4117 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Maby a little big for going on a hike 😂😂 at least a long trip

  • @davidlaw233
    @davidlaw233 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Way to much flame for cooking

  • @elizabethd1555
    @elizabethd1555 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We are new RV owners and I am debating between the solo fire pit and this Biolite as a Christmas gift for my Hubby. Our RV has burners and an outside griddle so we don't' "need" the grill but that is our favorite mode of cooking. Which one do you like most? How are they holding up?

  • @davidlaw233
    @davidlaw233 ปีที่แล้ว

    To much flame for grilling

  • @MarkPharaoh
    @MarkPharaoh 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Currently 25% off at REI and BioLite directly, quite tempted. Enjoyed the ambiance of the Solo, but not getting the heat benefits was a bummer. How much of a pain is it to kill the fire if you're ready for bed but there's still fuel in it?

  • @davidlaw233
    @davidlaw233 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Id keep the fan on low

  • @sherrylynnblanchard9420
    @sherrylynnblanchard9420 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Does the fire pit generate power

  • @Intoxacajun
    @Intoxacajun 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Comon Man! Saw one at the store and thought they were neat then found out they are like $200 bucks! Lose the battery stuff and just make a plain one for $50. it has mesh sides, should get enough air? Right now I just stick to the grate on the fire...

  • @BYLRPhil
    @BYLRPhil 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I bought a heat deflector for my Solo Stove, it really helps spread the heat out.

  • @annonom1058
    @annonom1058 ปีที่แล้ว

    You lost me when you said it’s cool! Me want hot fire pit

  • @davidlaw233
    @davidlaw233 ปีที่แล้ว

    End of the day did it perform or was it just a fancy campfire

  • @TeachingwithPower
    @TeachingwithPower 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where you at in this video? San Rafael Swell?

  • @davidlaw233
    @davidlaw233 ปีที่แล้ว

    cost in New Zealand retail $500

  • @jimmydcricket5893
    @jimmydcricket5893 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good idea but longativity is the question.

  • @jesperhammarlund300
    @jesperhammarlund300 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bit sad that it does not generate electricity like the stove does

  • @OutdoorEnthusist
    @OutdoorEnthusist 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    We really like your videos. Very informative. My wife ask me a question about which BioLite product charges quickest, or produces the most electricity? Is it the Camp Stove 2, BioLite BaseCamp, or BioLite FirePit? Many thanks, Harold

    • @BackcountryExposure
      @BackcountryExposure  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It wouldn't be the fire pit since it doesn't actually charge like the small stoves.

  • @woodchip2782
    @woodchip2782 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can it charge your small electric devices like the small pot? I used to like that pot but I sold it. At three pounds it was too much dead weight.

  • @ronaldbcampbell
    @ronaldbcampbell 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice

  • @Stoney_AKA_James
    @Stoney_AKA_James 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very interesting!
    It's a bit bulky for a backpack though! ;-)

  • @russellmclaurin1380
    @russellmclaurin1380 ปีที่แล้ว

    You've got the first wood burning generator that I've ever seen, and all people wanna talk about is they can cook a hot dog on it.

    • @BackcountryExposure
      @BackcountryExposure  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This Fire pit does not have the energy generator like the original Biolite stove has.

    • @russellmclaurin1380
      @russellmclaurin1380 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BackcountryExposure Oh, that explains a lot. Thank you for pointing that out.

  • @TheGeetarDog
    @TheGeetarDog 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Any thoughts on how much soot and debris shoot out on the sides? I’m looking to use this in a backyard that’s covered with chips/mulch which I would not to get all blackened up, something that the Solo Stoves don’t seem to do, though I like the idea of getting more radiant heat.

    • @laszlogman2545
      @laszlogman2545 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      0 soot escapes if used correctly

  • @csgodenver
    @csgodenver 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    "I'm stoked" nice pun

  • @robhahn3748
    @robhahn3748 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for review.

  • @rutherglen7226
    @rutherglen7226 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    It appears to be little to no smoke? That is my biggest concern.

    • @BackcountryExposure
      @BackcountryExposure  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's the point. It is designed to burn super efficient and not sit and smolder underneath creating a bunch of smoke. That's what the air movement through the pipes is meant to do. Feed the fire lots of oxygen and produce little to no smoke.

    • @rutherglen7226
      @rutherglen7226 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BackcountryExposure Excellent! It is now on my wish list!

  • @splatmacpuffin
    @splatmacpuffin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The constant fan noise would be a distraction from “nature” IMHO.

    • @BackcountryExposure
      @BackcountryExposure  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      It’s not even noticeable on the lower settings. If you really crank it up it’s got some noise, but it’s not that big of a deal.

  • @roxannegordon6162
    @roxannegordon6162 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So the folkys music, clap machine gets us in the mood for fun firepit. At the 2:03 mark he said: "Let's do it." Next screen is a fire. How did he light those logs? How did he start the fire? And BTW, why is it only men are videoed doing camping 'things' like this?
    At the 5:23 mark he goes on about the fan. How did he start the fan? I like the stone one behind him. I can play with stick with that. Not sure I'd be allowed to play with this metal gizmo, me being female.
    What does the metal look like after a few uses and how do we dump the grease out? It certainly isn't biodegradable like the stone pit behind you. I think I'm out.

    • @lsteiner
      @lsteiner ปีที่แล้ว

      Roxanne, you're funny!

  • @steve8056
    @steve8056 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You had me but then started talking about scarring the earth.

  • @Abstract180
    @Abstract180 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I ordered a solo stove, this looks like a gimmick to me, dirtier, grease from cooking. Solo! Simple.

  • @chrisschell90
    @chrisschell90 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I was just looking at these!!

    • @BackcountryExposure
      @BackcountryExposure  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Gaseous Clay probably get it for a good price right now.

  • @HikeCamp
    @HikeCamp 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I would certainly say that BioLite is quite innovative but definitely a car camping device.

  • @chasman9662
    @chasman9662 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What did you do with ashes for Leave No Trace? Thanks for a great show every time. :-)

    • @BackcountryExposure
      @BackcountryExposure  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Chuck Klosterman typically leave the pit to cool overnight and then you can empty the ashes into a garbage bag and carry them out.

    • @chasman9662
      @chasman9662 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BackcountryExposure Swag Bag for ashes. Got it.

  • @eWood_q8
    @eWood_q8 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you! How easy is it to start the fire?

    • @BackcountryExposure
      @BackcountryExposure  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      As easy as starting any fire with wood. Not too bad at all.

  • @blankblank2345
    @blankblank2345 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    noise, rust, battery charging, faster wood burning = more wood consumption.... nope for me

  • @ConquerCollin
    @ConquerCollin 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I got a folding charcoal grill for $7. What size of loan does this fire pit require you take out?

    • @ramellin
      @ramellin 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂👌

  • @milkfat1
    @milkfat1 ปีที่แล้ว

    I bet he takes a TV to watch while he "camps" 😂👎

    • @BackcountryExposure
      @BackcountryExposure  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Uh duh! 65” at a minimum in the tent for movie night.

  • @rkashsggeggr6285
    @rkashsggeggr6285 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’d rather build a fire ring for free

  • @thomasjml82
    @thomasjml82 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Trash. I’ll keep making my bonfires in my old dryer tub

  • @GothicKittyMadness
    @GothicKittyMadness ปีที่แล้ว

    Big open flame near Children and Animals.... Well done sir! Bravo!

  • @jcmoye1
    @jcmoye1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks I am not buying one now. Doesn’t make sense, just build a fire !!!

  • @TheKodiak72
    @TheKodiak72 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was waiting for the heat comment. Watched another one. Just had his feet almost resting on the metal.. barely hot.
    Also scorch on the earth? lol what... Natural fires happen. Thats the dumbest reason ive heard for not having a campfire on the ground.

    • @BackcountryExposure
      @BackcountryExposure  3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Definitely not the dumbest thing when you really break down the purpose. Of course natural fires happen, which isn’t even relevant in areas where natural fires aren’t part of the cycle. Open your mind a little to better leave no trace application.

  • @Trekgalaxi
    @Trekgalaxi หลายเดือนก่อน

    Still cant beat the snowpeak takibi on portability let alone ruggedness