How to Choose a Jetboil for Backpacking & Car Camping: Stash vs Minimo vs Flash
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“Rock or something” if you know, you know.
Also, extremely informative. Straight forward. Thank you.
Im looking for a jet boil rn cuz my “rock or something” heaters are so inconsistent lol
I'm looking for my first jetboil and this has been BY FAR the most helpful guide. Thank you.
This is the review I needed. After using a trangia for the last 20 years I’ve finally decided to give a jetboil a try. Was so confused over which one to get. This helped greatly
Man thank you so so much for this . May angels guide and protect you always . Truly thank you I feel like lots of us really needed a video like this to help us make the decision. God bless
I was trying to decide myself between all four of those. Ended up with the Flash. Got it for $66 new. Works great so far.
How/where did you get it so cheap at half the retail price?
@@Ashley-og9ti got it at REI. They were cheaper last year, plus it was on sale, plus I got a free gift card from Rei for buying a pair of boots so that’s how I got it so cheap.
super helpful vid my guy. My friend had one when I visited and was completely lost when I was trying to figure out which model would work best for me.
Thank you kindly for sharing your experience with us. So overwhelmed with all the different choices out there, but this makes choosing the right option soo much easier now!
This was 2 years ago, so did jetboil take on adding a regulator to the ones that didn't have them, for a mark 2 version? Thanks.
Great demonstration and advice, Chase. I like the MiniMo for car camping to supplement a single burner Coleman camp stove I use for cooking meals. To protect my canister I enclose it in a hunter's thick wool sock and have not experienced any issues. A backpacking stove that has impressed me was my first Coleman Peak 1 which lasted 37 years. In January it gave up and quit on me and I had to use a BRS for backup. I bought a new Peak 1 and I love that it has a flame regulator for boiling to simmering. However, for high efficiency JetBoil is it.
Thanks, Alexander! sounds like you have a good system going. Thanks for the comment!
@@ChaseChristopher1 PLEASE SETTLE THIS : SOME SAY YES YOU CAN,OTHERS NOT....CAN YOU MAKE A STEW OR CAN OF SOUP IN THESE OR JUST WATER?
SOME CLAIM THE COATING ISNT FOOD SAFE(BUT IT IS WATER???)
Excellent video. I work at REI and could not have explained it better!
You didn’t mention the Mighty Mo, not that it really matters. It’s basically a Mini, with more power for faster boiling. And just the stove, no pan, no frills.
The Micro Mo is newer, and something between the Mini and Stash. Less power, no/poor simmer control. It does have an igniter. Great little stove, but expensive.
I 've had a Flash for a year now, I use it several times a week with zero issues in any way.
I highly recommend it. I bought the Pot Support accessory, as well as the Summit Skillet, both I also green light for the versatile use. As such experiences, I plan on completing the kit with the SUMO and the Genesis system.
Great comparison! I was in between the stash and minimo, but after seeing this sounds like the minimo fits my needs better. Thanks for being so thorough!
Im glad you found it helpful. Thanks for the note!
Appreciate the tips!
I find I can regulate the flame to a degree with my flash ....and do cook on it with the summit skillet... mostly ‘coz no spare cash atm to add the minimo and ‘coz it does kinda work pretty reasonably for cooking without burning and is awesome at boiling water!
You bet. Yeah, cooking is totally doable, just a bit more challenging without the regulator. Make use of what you have 👍👍
Yes, I too find I can regulate the gas. However, it's not by design so with minimal gas output, it is prone to the wind blowing it out.
I think I'm the only weirdo that carries this, a trangia mini (with fuel) and a wood stove.
This was helpful to see if the minimo would be worth upgrading to from the flash. Thank you!
Got a JB Zip in 2012… still using it.. looking to upgrade, your video is epic, thanks!
6:47 my dude, you can totally control the heat / flame using the flash. Took me a few tries, but got it down. Just gotta move it very slowly but like I said once you get it down you become good at it.
For sure, but it’s still not a regulator. They fluctuate heavily as the gas level changes and other factors. I agree, but it’s not the same.
I travel by freight train across the country i use a Jetboil Zip it does a good job I also have a frying pan for it but I don't use it extra weight but it's a good invention I love the Jetboil to me it's the best but when I'm camping somewhere in the woods I prefer a camp fire but don't always have the opportunity to make one.
Dangg didn’t know they had pans for the jet boil as well. Pretty dopee!
You don't need jetboil pans, only the pan holder...or as I do (and wouldn't recommend), hold pan over the flame
This is great and it would make a nice option to my van camper
I have the zip and have had it for yrs but haven't used it a whole lot until recently and have found it doesn't have enough space if you are heating up MRE's. It's more suited to Mountain House meals and hot chocolate/Coffee or heating up some soup. I wish that I had used it more earlier after purchasing. At the time it was around $115-125 ish Cdn.
I am currently searching for a new stove or stove system and this video was very helpful. Thanks for making our life’s easier.
Guess the minimo is the way for me as I just want something to use when solo or with my wife only for short small daytrips to make hot drinks with the option for heating up some food. Thanks for the great video. 👍🇦🇺
Great video, I just got the MicroMo. I love the size and regulator. But I am super disappointed in the lid. It does not stay on in your pack or pouring. I think I am going to return for the MiniMo.
Lol..."a rock or something."
Worked in that MRE joke on the super sly 🔥
I hammock camp and the hanging kit for all but the stash has been a great way for me to not need to worry about level ground.
Awesome for the review, exactly what I was looking for! Leaving Florida in a little over a month to do Rocky Mountain Race Week If’n you’ve ever heard of it. Anyhow it’s an 8 day race in Colorado and I’ll be car camping in my Impreza WRX the whole trip. The Minimo is the one for me I reckon! Thank again Chris!!
Great video! The only correction I would have is that the pot support does not come with all the systems but is available to purchase if needed.
Thanks! Whoops, I miss remembered… Thanks for the correction👍
Man, Jetboil is an incredible company who can deliver in some situations that the vast majority of other offerings can't even hope to compete, that said, 99% of people would be better served by a simple MSR pocket rocket and a bottle of fuel. If your an ultralight guy/gal (whatever else you wanna be to be PC) this company should be near/at the top of your list, PCT, and a bunch of other 20+ mile a day type trails it's a great fit, but if your humping a few miles in, staying a couple days to a week, look elsewhere, you can save a ton of money for a few oz/couple lb depending on how you go
I just use my 25 year old Trangia kit. Aluminium cookware.Brass spirit stove. Lightweight , simple, will light in a gale.
I bottle of mentholated spirits will last for weeks and is very cheap fuel.
Not likely to but a jet-boil.
Right on, sounds like you have it figured out👍
Drop a video so we can learn too!
Really informative! I did not know that 2 of them cannot be regulated. That is very important, so my choice is pretty clear. Good video!
This was exactly what we were looking for! Thank you so much for the comparison. It made the decision so much easier to go with the minimo. It came today and I can’t wait to use it on our kayak trip in a couple weeks!
Good to hear! Hope the trip was a blast 🤙
@@ChaseChristopher1 can you use isobutane with jet boil? Or do you have to have jet boil fuel? Thanks
Thank you for the review. I am on the market for purchasing a Jet Boil but don't know which one to get. You made my choice a lot easier. MiniMo it is. I will purchase it from your link. Thank you!
You’re very welcome, thanks for the support! I don’t think you’ll be disappointed. Enjoy!
I’m a Jet Boil fan as well... great overview and tips.
Thanks, Richard!
Just found your channel last night, watched every video and then wished you had more. Wish granted.
lol thanks Calen, I appreciate the support!
I live in interior Alaska....a canister-based stove like JetBoil is problematic in cold winter camping ...that is when a liquid fuel based stove like the MSR Whisperlite works well. JetBoils are great for warmer weather camping.
We've used it in Alaska's winter with no issues.
@@Anders-y5z We have had Jetboil fail winter camping in the Fairbanks area once it is colder than -20F
At least jetboil took care of you. I reached out to them when my first gen Flash sleeves partially melted. They didn't offer to replace it.
Awesome...Thanks. I was given a brand new Flash. Have not had the time to experiment with it
You’re welcome! That’s a great gift, have fun with it!
Great video thank you. I just started at REI and was confused by the array of Jetboil choices now. This helps me a lot!
I've had the mini mo for years. It's a great stove!
Great tips! Also, I thought that they would all have regulators. It's good to know that you need to make sure that it has a regulator.
Thanks, This comparison was exactly the review I was looking for 🙏
Glad it was helpful!
The Flash fits nicely into a Maxpedition 12 X 5 Botttle carrier and the coffee strainer and rod fits into its side pouch. The carrier is tall enough to carry an extra canister of gas!
Great video, no flannel just solid infomation succinctly put. I'm off to buy a minimo. Many thanks.
Thanks man, we were a little stuck with which Jetboil to use and this was helpful!
Good to hear👍
Great video, ty. I'm going to get a MiniMo after your explanation.
What jacket are you wearing in this video?
Great video with some really interesting tips. Thank you so much and I wish you well.
Thank you for this video! I am curious how you caught your backpack on fire? I am only asking because i'd like to prevent myself from doing the same thing.
Packed it without turning the flame off.
@@chaoyang9080no, packed the pot too hot right after he ate lol
Got the Flash, minimo and zip and the mighty mo, didn't bother with a stash as the stove isn't upto much, your better of with a soto windmaster
You can interchange the burners and pots to I sometimes pair the minimo burner with flash pot 👍
I use my vintage primus 2255 stove and that' works for me.
I have two vehicle emergency kits, and each one has a JetBoil Classic plus the JetBoil 1.5 litre Cookpot.
If out walking and simply wanting some tea, I take my JetBoil Sol-Ti or if accompanied I bring my JetBoil Sol-Ti Sumo stove (I may also bring the Sol-Ti if there's a group).
For trips, my JetBoil Minimo and JetBoil FryPan are my preferred choice, something that I can properly cook on, and actually simmer!
My trips involve a folding bicycle and a Packraft, so I'm not carrying stuff on my back so the heavy JetBoil Fry Pan isn't a problem.
I have ultralight camping ovens but must convert my stove to a remote cannister configuration to use them, this is very easy and inexpensive to do and simple and quick to reverse.!
Odd flex, but ok.
Thanks! Very informative. 👍
You’re welcome!
Great overview. I've yet to buy one of those. I just have a Coleman bottle type that just doesn't work that good. Thanks Chase. I think Mini Mo might be my jam 🤙
You’re very welcome. I think it is a great “everything” stove!
I have the Jetboil Minimo, but being a 1L, I don't know if this isn't too small for 2+ppl.
Id say a 1.5L would be more ideal for cooking meals, and not just for boiling water.
Looking for a good setup for backpacking
Hey man. Awesome Video. I just want to know which jacket you are wearing. Its looks really good🤙
Just got the Sumo… damn that thing is large haha. Just need to boil a liter at a time so not much else of a choice but to go that large. Works well.
EXCELLENT review on the JetBoil family of products. We are currently looking at these for an upcoming hunting trip. Thank you…very informative.
Thank you for this video! So helpful!
I got a version with regulator and spark starter that looks like the flash . Wich one is that ?
Great video dude! Thank you. I am in the market to get one of these after having used an MST Whisper Lite for years. Your video was very helpful.
Spot on 👊🏻. Minimo is my go to.
Thanks I’ve been looking at getting a jet boil and this really helps!
Awesome, glad it was useful!
Excellent video!! You really broke these stoves down!!
Can you use Coleman propane cylinder's?
Heck yea! This is exactly what I was looking for, great video
Thanks, glad it was useful!
Excellent presentation and much better than JBs marketing reps.
Glad it was helpful!
Very helpfull as I am thinking about getting myself a Jetboil, but I wasn't sure which one to get.
Great information Chase. Much thanks!
You’re welcome, thanks for watching!
Sorry I mean the cups can they be used on all the jetboil systems
that is awesome trip and camping! nice video, really enjoyed watching it! Regards from Russian winter camping! Yury!
Thank you! Thanks for stopping by, take care!
Thank for table with metric measurements :-)
Excellent presentation, going to order a MiniMo right now, thank you for the information.
I did a review on the ‘Flash’ I absolutely love it & it does everything I will ever need. 👍
Love my Jet Boil..
Hey, Chase. Cool Jetboil vid, thanks. The one question I have is about regulators. You can control the intensity of the flame on the Flash, so why does everybody say that it's only for boiling water when you CAN back down the flame's intensity to cook food at a less intense temp?
Hey Sean! Good question. You’re right, there is a valve to control the flame and it does work for cooking. The difference is that the minimo has a true regulator that is much easier to adjust and has a more consistent flame, especially when it’s lower output. The flashes tend to fluctuate a lot at those lower ranges. So yes, you’re completely right but if you plan to do a lot of cooking it’s a bit more enjoyable to use one with a regulator.
Take care!
Excellent video! Thank you! Your video made the decision easy.
Thanks Mate! Exactly what I was looking for!
great review - thorough and cut to the chase! loved the pro tips at the end
Tip: do not fill the pots to much. If the water boils over it can flow down the side and extinguish the flame. Attempting to restart after this can result in the combustion of the insulation in the burner destroying it.
I can see this channel is the idiots guide to the obvious
Perfect summary. Thanks man.
You’re very welcome.
It's really cool that Jetboil would offer such great support! Thank you for sharing!
The only real drawback of the MiniMo is the price. Then you add the tax and it's a $$ purchase. Yes, it's pricey but a long term investment. I have the Flash and the solitary JB stove that comes in the orange pouch. My best stove for day hikes is the SOTO Amicus system that is very light.
Is that a bigfoot running in the back at the 8 minute mark? Lower right hand side..something dark runs from his left elbow area on 2 legs really fast
Yo great video! Didn't know about all the accessories. Just wondering tho... what jacket are you wearing??
Still helpful in 2022! Thanks!
If wanted to carry one of these for two people which one is best?
Flash for water, minimo for water or cooking. The smaller ones would be fine too, doing multiple pots of water doesn’t take long and having a compact size can be really nice!
I have the Zip, I love it!
Awesome! It served me well for a long time👍
do you have a link for the canister to canister transfer valve?
Thanks for the video. Does it also fits other gas canister brands. Because it is not possible to take it with me on a flight?
If so, is the type rare or common to find at a gas station?
Yes, you need to ensure it has a 'EN417' connector (this might be a European code, so do Google it). Jetboil use a gas mixture of propane and isobutane, which adds to their efficiency.
If travelling abroad, consider tablets or liquid fuel instead.
Do the canisters loose their pressure (like many pressurized canisters)..?
Is it better to carry 3 @ small canisters, or 1 large canister..?
Awesome camping stove! And I like that Garmin Instinct you're wearing too! 👌
Great video. Thank you!
Thanks for the info. I was wondering which one to get and your video helped me make the decision.
Excellent video, thank you!
Thanks for the video! Very informative.
Cool! Hey question for you: I just got back from a trip. My BRS / Toaks 650 failed. The stove failed to seal on the canister, blew gas onto my hands, and nearly froze my fingers. I was able to re-attach, kept it attached, and finished my little trip. Gear that fails I chuck, so no more BRS. I also have a JetBoil Zip but didn't bring it. Never has failed. Didn't like the weight. So.. now am seriously considering a Stash. I live near and REI so will chat with the dudes in there about it. Question is on *guess what* cooking / simmering. Not that I'd do a lot, but might want to scramble some eggs, cook some rice.. My Zip is fussy but I can dial in a a low flame. Do you think the Stash is similar, better, worse? I'm after the low weight. Don't need an ignitor.
Also, the BRS was horrible in about 2 mph wind. Not enough wind to move tree leaves but, enough to shift the flame and kill boil time thus using more fuel. The JetBoil would never have been so affected. I've used it on the beach, on summits, etc.
Again, thanks for your review!
Hey John,
That’s a bummer, I have a brs as well and fortunately it hasn’t died yet but I have noticed it to be very affected by weather.
I have used the stash a bit and I like it, but as you mentioned it is somewhat similar to the brs with the stove/stand not quite sheltering it from the wind as well. I’ve come to realize that is nearly inevitable with that style of stove and creating a wind barrier is key. Cooking with the stash is like the zip, not super easy to control but still doable with some finesse.
Hope that helps!
Take care,
-Chase
@@ChaseChristopher1 Just ordered a Stash from REI. Can't deal with super finicky gear. I had a potentially dangerous experience with the BRS. We've gone from heavy Army surplus in the '90s to all this feather weight stuff!
How did your backpack catch fire? 😯
A rock or something...😉 Nice MRE reference
First time buyer thanks
You bet👍
Awesome video man
homie, what jacket from BD are you rocking, looks like it fits my needs perfectly
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