Trangia 27-3 Cook Kit Review with Alcohol AND Gas Burner!

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  • @trangia12
    @trangia12 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    In cold weather keep a small bottle of alcohol in your inner pocket. Prime the stove by placing the warm alcohol on the outer ring by the jets to prime the stove.

  • @osten_petersson
    @osten_petersson 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I got my parents trangia, looks exactly the same, 60 years old, works perfectly fine :)

  • @asifyani6543
    @asifyani6543 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i bought mine 30 years ago, traveled the world with it, its beat up, but still amazing, never let me down. Ive camped with in the tropics, in the army, in the middle east, in a snow cave in Kosi. Then at a flee market in the middle east i found one, brand new, the owner didnt know what it was, $5 bucks. Two awesome additions i would recommend are get a teflon or stainless steal fry pan, (thats mine, cant dent the thing), it fits on the other side, doesnt make make space, id also get a strainer, good for pasta or rice, and it fits over the pots, and also inside the fry pan, youd never know it was there.

  • @marzsit9833
    @marzsit9833 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    i've been using trangia stormcookers since the early 80's and really like them, i own several them with various cookware and burner options. i like how securely the pots and pans sit on the supports, you never have to worry about a pot or pan sliding off the stove with one of these. most of the time i use the alcohol burner due to it's simplicity and quiet operation but i do like the gas and multifuel burners for their specific uses, i like using the gas burner when making things like pancakes or grilled sandwiches due to it's steady and controllable heat output, the multifuel burner is great in very cold and windy conditions. there is a bit of a learning curve when using the alcohol burner but eventually you do get used to eyeballing how much fuel to use to perform whatever cooking operation you are doing.

  • @NGMonocrom
    @NGMonocrom 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    *Heads-up for anyone watching this video in 2021 ~*
    Now the Bulin stove is double the price. Though still a good deal less expensive than the Trangia version. It's called the "Boundless Voyage Outdoor Camping Gas Stove Alpine Burner Furnace." Looks exactly the same as the Bulin one shown in the video. Also on eBay.

    • @martink9785
      @martink9785 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Good tip! I was looking for one on Ali express and found the same earlier 👍

  • @maxlutz3674
    @maxlutz3674 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Nice, informative video. I got mine in the 1990s and it still works great. Back then there were tips on modifying the kit for use with a gasoline burner. That was easy to do and extended my fuel options to alcohol, gas, gasoline and petroleum. The multifuel stove can also be used on its own.
    I went for the multifuel burner as I planned to use the kit for motorcycle tours and the burner can also be fueled with fuel from my bike in a pinch.

  • @nseight
    @nseight 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you for taking the time to make this really great demonstration * I have a big smile as I have just purchased this & can't wait to get outside to use it :-)

  • @muffessional
    @muffessional 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really enjoyed this video and found it very helpful, thanks 🙏🏻

  • @jchambers1191
    @jchambers1191 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So bizarre that this video has so few views! Weird. You've really matured since then in your videography. Love your channel.

  • @Colorado_Kkid
    @Colorado_Kkid ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I wasn't familiar with this cook kit until I watched your "Top 5 COMPLETE Stove Systems - Find Your Perfect Solution" video ... It looks like a nice light weight compact cook kit that has everything ... I'm going to have to check it & the canister stove out for myself ... Thanks for the videos Ernie ...

  • @Stampistuta
    @Stampistuta 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great vid, really tempted by one of these.

  • @stoneblue1795
    @stoneblue1795 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    WELL DONE, more!

  • @efromhb
    @efromhb 5 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    One of the best Trangia reviews I've seen. I've got both the 27 and 25. They are addicting.

    • @carmenmartinez2882
      @carmenmartinez2882 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      D.E.R.P. Desert Exploration & Research Project agree, I have the 27 and the mini, and the billy pot, I can customize my sets according to my needs of each trip.

    • @vinnyavalanche
      @vinnyavalanche 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have the 27....switched out the fry pan for the Stanley frypan....tad bigger which is good for cooking imo...distributes heat better and still packs together as the original pan did.

    • @dianebroster7151
      @dianebroster7151 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Vinny avalanche.good idea can you tell me idoes it seat well on the 3 prongs

    • @Funkteon
      @Funkteon 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@dianebroster7151 It doesn't seat well on the three prongs, but if you get a round 18cm diameter grill from eBay, you can place the frying pan on top of that, and the 18cm grill packs up on top of the Trangia after you've packed it all up...

  • @johncampbell335
    @johncampbell335 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I have used that same kit for about 4 years. Love it! I use it camping on rainy mornings for easy coffee. I've also used it twice in the city during blackouts. There's enough extra space inside during transport for spices, coffee, tea, bannock mix, etc.

  • @ecksdog
    @ecksdog 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You do a great job with your videos.

  • @nanceebirdlover5222
    @nanceebirdlover5222 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great review,thanks!

  • @Agadoo5
    @Agadoo5 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you very much , it's a best trangia review on you tube :)

  • @quill168
    @quill168 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’m getting myself the 27-8 UL HA for myself here in Victoria Australia, my old man has a 90’s stainless steel Trangia 25 upgrading from a propane burner as I’m constantly heading over to the great dividing range with some harsh weather and snow. Great video man.

    • @PaleoHikerMD
      @PaleoHikerMD  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Enjoy it, and thanks for watching!

  • @meadowlarkgal23
    @meadowlarkgal23 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My kit is similar to yours except I added the chopping/strainer disc. It protects the fry pan during storage and allows me to easily drain the water from my pot after cooking veggies or pasta. Thanks for the video-nice job!

    • @AndysEastCoastAdventures
      @AndysEastCoastAdventures 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thats been discontinued for the 27 now, only available for the 25. I made my own from a plastic chopping mat.

  • @willisblevins4190
    @willisblevins4190 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice looking kit good video

  • @faithrada
    @faithrada 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nice to see that gas adapter ... always good to have options.
    One issue with the gas Is the noise factor. If you need hot water FAST.. it's a reasonable trade off.. but normally I prefer the steady quiet of the alcohol burner.
    Just a PS..
    I carry denatured KLEAN alcohol .. they say it is healthier to use around food than the yellow HEAT additives meant for cars.

  • @steveb8001
    @steveb8001 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great review.

  • @Bereit18
    @Bereit18 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Brilliant kit Trangias. Love mine. Garmin Fenix 5 watch?

  • @phyllismulkey3778
    @phyllismulkey3778 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    nice kit

  • @blindhowlingdrunk
    @blindhowlingdrunk 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Dip the flint in the fuel, strike it and use like a match to light the burner.

  • @jalleman61
    @jalleman61 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice review,would love to see more to prove that this system works well and can provide a great meal

    • @PaleoHikerMD
      @PaleoHikerMD  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have several videos on the channel where I cook using the kit, and more are to come. Thanks for watching!

    • @AndysEastCoastAdventures
      @AndysEastCoastAdventures 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@PaleoHikerMD The trangia system has been in use for 50+years so I would say it was well tried & tested.

  • @dennisyoung4631
    @dennisyoung4631 ปีที่แล้ว

    Am working toward the full -27 kit. Already have the “doorknob” (alcohol burner), fuel bottle, and most recently the kettle. Will either get the hard anodized and or duossal stuff for the rest, as well as the gas burner for when I cannot use the “doorknob.”

  • @dennisyoung4631
    @dennisyoung4631 ปีที่แล้ว

    *Awesome Doorknob!* (alcohol burner. Looks like an old *brass* doorknob.)

  • @davidf4897
    @davidf4897 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    A very good review. One small observation. I did wince when you popped the empty pot over the gas stove. Those alu pots will burn through in no time if put on empty on a gas burner. Even in the short time between putting on the pot and adding water you could tell from the sizzle the pot was already very hot.

    • @nicolab2075
      @nicolab2075 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have a new trangia, thanks for the tip x

    • @davidf4897
      @davidf4897 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@nicolab2075 Hi Nicola. This is a link to a similar Trangia set that I also have. Endurance Lava 400 Stove - Access Expedition Kit At around 1.32 - 1.37 on this little video you can see how quickly you can destroy an empty Trangia pot on a gas burner. Enjoy your Trangia 27. I have the 25 and over the years have added the non stick pots and pan. A great cooking system. If you haven't got a gas burner yet the third party gas burner as in Ernie's review is just as good as the Trainga and depending where you buy, less than half the price. I got mine on Amazon. Happy camping!

  • @northernswedenstories1028
    @northernswedenstories1028 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Am i the only one who thinks the trangia 27 really is pretty damn light and compact considering its fully wind proof, stable as anything, and highly versatile? (And cheap). Don't get me wrong, i also follow the ethos of "ultralight" trying to minimise pack bulk and pack weight, but cook systems always seem to have massive tradeoffs when deviating from the classic trangia system. If you only take the windshield, swap the burner for one of these 20g ones with carbon felt, and one single pot (no flying pan or extras) then really it is pretty Light. Sure you csn get lighter, but if real wind is a factor (thinking places like UK and scandinavia) then really there isnt much to complain about

  • @somewhereonearth3049
    @somewhereonearth3049 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cool.

  • @gardini100
    @gardini100 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    nothing fancy my grandfather did learn me how to use it as a kid, and it does work as it should do, I would pick the sett and maybe add the gas option if needed, but it is a good set for camping

  • @kentdayton4270
    @kentdayton4270 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I want to get a cannister stove to use with my Firebox Nano and 5" Folding Firebox but am having a hard time with paying $60+ for one. Have you tried using your inexpensive burner in the Nano? Will the burner element screw off so you can remove the circular heat shield (so it will fit in the Nano)? I look forward to your videos every week. Thanks for everything.

  • @geraldross5180
    @geraldross5180 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Look into the trangia 24 the 27 fits in it and you end up with a billy pot , see Paul Bissker

  • @AquaTech225
    @AquaTech225 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Got 6 of the damn things not sure why or how but the 25 and 27 both in nonstick and hard anodized. And than they came out with the anniversary addition with the red pots and pans and ended up with the 25 an 27 with the red. Had the gas burner. Kinda upset about that. Due to the price. Have the metal fuel bottle and pump an can’t find the burner now.

  • @richardleesaner4382
    @richardleesaner4382 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow I'm really like this I'm going online t

  • @crazy8adventures553
    @crazy8adventures553 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Please do a vid on the various fuel options! Have you ever used pure grain alcohol?

    • @marzsit9833
      @marzsit9833 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      i have used pure grain alcohol and it does burn hot and clean with no soot, but it was very expensive....

  • @jplamb77
    @jplamb77 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Ernie,,, quick question,,, does the Knock-off gas stove Capable of burning Propane. I bought my Trangia gas stove from firebox,, and One of the Main reasons is that it’ll burn Propane.,,, Joshua

  • @ccmogs5757
    @ccmogs5757 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Will a small gas can. , gas burner , spirit burner & handle fit instead of a kettle ? :)

  • @Beaches_south_of_L.A.
    @Beaches_south_of_L.A. 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like that cook set. You're cool ernie we liked you, you coo

  • @Tfaonc
    @Tfaonc ปีที่แล้ว

    The main attraction of alcohol stoves is the peace and quiet, to me. I'm not restricted in my fuel choices. Given that, I cannot see the value in the trangia (or knock off) gas burner.

  • @nickhayley
    @nickhayley 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great review, but that coffee was abhorrent lol. Enjoy your day mate.

  • @larslovqvist7483
    @larslovqvist7483 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Have you tested The New Trangia duossal pots and pans yet? Stainless Steel on The inside, aluminium outside.

    • @marzsit9833
      @marzsit9833 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      the duossall pots and pans are actually not a new thing, trangia offered them in the 90's and i am fortunate enough to own 2 vintage sets, one for the 25 and one for the 27. they are fantastic for cooking, but heavy, which is why i think trangia discontinued them but i really feel that was a big mistake. i saw that the duossall 2 pots and pans were available a few years ago but i don't own any of those and from what i can see they are no longer available again...... which i also see as still being a big mistake. i think trangia saw hard anodized aluminum as being a better alternative but i totally disagree... duossall is much better for actual cooking. but i do understand why they made that decision, everybody wants ultralight gear now so they had to go that way.

  • @robinj.9329
    @robinj.9329 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm very surprised that you didn't clear off all that flammable material before setting up your stove. Dry leafs, twigs, etc?
    I always scrape that stuff away, well away, before lightning my stove.

  • @techguy9023
    @techguy9023 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Any concerns about keeping the alcohol burner inside the kettle with denatured alcohol residue? Methylated spirts are very toxic

    • @faithrada
      @faithrada 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It comes with a yellow plastic bag. I ALWAYS store the burner in that...inside the kettle. Never have a problem.

    • @AndysEastCoastAdventures
      @AndysEastCoastAdventures 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      They recommend storing burner in bag as the brass & aluminium can cause electrolitic corrosion when in direct contact for long storage periods.

  • @ke6ziu
    @ke6ziu 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Doc, grits are hominy... polenta is rice... just saying! Nice kit, btw! I have 2 of the 25s, and 2 multifuel burners.... one knock off, and a Trangia M-2 burner...

    • @John-do7xg
      @John-do7xg 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polenta

  • @OutdoorGearAddiction
    @OutdoorGearAddiction 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    It would be nice if it had a grate so you could boil water in a Stanley adventure cook set.

    • @mrcvry
      @mrcvry 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      T Shrum
      It is an option. Check out trangia.se.

  • @AndysEastCoastAdventures
    @AndysEastCoastAdventures 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've had the trangia 27 for a while now with alcohol burner and it's good kit. Just ordered the bulin gas adaptor as looks a good addition. Does it fit inside the kettle like the spirit burner though?

    • @MichaelEricMenk
      @MichaelEricMenk 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes it fits inside, but it's a right fit due to the small hole.
      In the scout troop we just leave the kettle out.
      On the Trangia Stormkjøkken I have used for 30 years I have replaced the kettle with one with a larger lid/hole.

    • @AndysEastCoastAdventures
      @AndysEastCoastAdventures 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MichaelEricMenk Mine fits ok, the gas burner is my goto for this set now. It's a better cooking experience as it's designed for more ellaborate stuff than just boiling water. I use the meths burner on the trangia triangle only now.

  • @derekholcroft
    @derekholcroft 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    When boiling water in the pan turn the frying pan upside down and place it on top (not like you did) for better stability and efficiency.

    • @PaleoHikerMD
      @PaleoHikerMD  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I prefer my way so that I can use the pot lifter to remove the hot pan. To each his own though, and thanks for watching!

    • @derekholcroft
      @derekholcroft 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@PaleoHikerMD you can still use the pot lifter if you turn it upside down.

    • @Revelation13-8
      @Revelation13-8 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@derekholcroft LOL u guys.... stop it :)

  • @mickedavis3503
    @mickedavis3503 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Trangia stove was a good choose, but the why go for the cheap gas burner (probably Chinese). Why not go for quality all the way?

  • @PatrickFisker
    @PatrickFisker 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This pan dosent look big enough for a good trout, what would be ideal for cooking fish ? which model :)

    • @faithrada
      @faithrada 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Imho... if you're going to do some serious cooking... I'd go with the larger #25 model.
      If you're weight conscious and are happy w/ Mountainhouse meals... then the smaller #27 might be better.
      I do Car Camping so my Perfect Trangia is the more generous #25 model. The thing is fool proof.

    • @PatrickFisker
      @PatrickFisker 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@faithrada Thank You, Faith :)

  • @Christopherjamesmurphy21
    @Christopherjamesmurphy21 ปีที่แล้ว

    One of the reasons i never got a Alcohol stove is fear of burning down the woods, by knocking a lit stove over. This negates that. Thank you.

    • @outdoors5352
      @outdoors5352 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Number of forest fires actually started with a Trangia brand stove around the world? Probably zero 😅

    • @Christopherjamesmurphy21
      @Christopherjamesmurphy21 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@outdoors5352 id be the first one and thats 1 too many

    • @outdoors5352
      @outdoors5352 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Christopherjamesmurphy21
      All stoves have flames and all have "risk" but it's minimal and can be negated by clearing dry leaf matter away. If you want to rule all risk out, don't take any stove at all, or don't go hiking at all.

    • @Christopherjamesmurphy21
      @Christopherjamesmurphy21 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@outdoors5352 cool story...

  • @desmo5514
    @desmo5514 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    300 ml fuel bottle..kinda expensive, $8 or $9.... $32 in Australia. Please, kinda expensive 🤣
    They are are great set though 👍👍👍

  • @neemancallender9092
    @neemancallender9092 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    explain about the simmer ring
    you can cook real food

    • @faithrada
      @faithrada 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes.. the simmer ring is a game changer. It allows you to control the flame.
      Typically you need to play with it innitially to get it loose enough to move freely. There are some videos about that on TH-cam if you look around.

    • @cookoutdoor881
      @cookoutdoor881 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have found simmer ring to be better than nothing, but do not expect a simmer near the adjustability of a good gas burner. When the burner is in full bloom and alcohol inside well heated, flames roar wildly out of the simmer ring for quite some time... Adjustability is very relative...

  • @Tailslol
    @Tailslol 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    does the gas burner work in liquid fed mode?

    • @bowrudder899
      @bowrudder899 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      He has another video where he tests that. In his test, the Trangia stove flared up, while the Chinese knock-off did not.

  • @exoduslnx
    @exoduslnx 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great vid, but you deserve better than instant coffee ;)

    • @gardini100
      @gardini100 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      yeah that pot is made for the best :)

  • @ke6ziu
    @ke6ziu 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Save that plastic protector!!! It keeps the teflon safe!!!

  • @DevoWray
    @DevoWray 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did this kit come with the burner

    • @PaleoHikerMD
      @PaleoHikerMD  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nope, I purchased it separately on ebay

    • @pmue437
      @pmue437 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes with the Alcohol Burner - but not with a Gas Burner. Whitout the Burner the System is incomplete.

    • @mrcvry
      @mrcvry 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Of course you can buy it with the trangia gas burner in a set. The price is ok. Just the multifuel burner is expensive.

  • @pontificateyourlife4536
    @pontificateyourlife4536 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why do so many of these camping guide dudes not clear their cooking areas? I was taught no dead leaves around any fire. He is not the only one who just ignorrs this repeatedly.

    • @carolhewett3756
      @carolhewett3756 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Maybe he's protecting the food and utensils from dirt and tending the fire every moment. I don't backpack any more and have my stove on a tabletop either the park table or my own . I always cleared the ground for campfires.

  • @MaxGolden
    @MaxGolden ปีที่แล้ว

    I really can’t imagine a cheap Japanese knockoff of anything. The rest of the video is great.

  • @larslovqvist7483
    @larslovqvist7483 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Strap off is always better than Strap on!!!

    • @DovahBaa
      @DovahBaa 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Lars Lövqvist I disagree 😂. Strap on can be fun 😂😅

    • @larslovqvist7483
      @larslovqvist7483 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@DovahBaa I am straight!

    • @DovahBaa
      @DovahBaa 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lars Lövqvist Ermm, so am I!? What has a strap on to do with being gay?

    • @larslovqvist7483
      @larslovqvist7483 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Anyway, i like my older trangias more, because of the riveted strapholder. The newer ones are pressed out from the same piece of aluminium as The uppger windshield.

    • @DovahBaa
      @DovahBaa 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lars Lövqvist Lol

  • @bardiak8361
    @bardiak8361 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Why not buy anything original? Trangia design, innovate and create something and a Chinese company just copy it and making a profit out of it.

    • @chrisw3327
      @chrisw3327 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      He said it was a Japanese company. I wonder whether Trangia hold the patent on that design.

    • @marzsit9833
      @marzsit9833 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@chrisw3327 the bulin burner is a chinese design, not japanese.

    • @marzsit9833
      @marzsit9833 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      bardia karbalaei the official trangia burner which is made by primus is very expensive in the usa, almost 4 times the price of the chinese-made bulin burner. the only trangia produced parts of the primus burner are the aluminum disc that keeps the burner from falling through the hole and the stainless steel clip that secures the burner in the hole. so trangia buys the burner from primus who marks it up in price when they sell it to trangia, trangia adds their 2 parts and again marks it up in price before selling it to their distribution wholesalers. add in the currency exchange rate and it's just not affordable for most people. the chinese burner doesn't work as well but it is cheap, about $20.