Hi Mick, Just used a very fine piece of stainless steel mesh that we use for making toast in Australia on a campfire. Identically just like yours to make it just above the ventilation hole and boy did it work well. One small cup from the base station kit boiled the water (1.6 liters of cold water) in 6 minutes and lasted with good heat for 30 minutes to cook on. Using the same oak pallets that you did there was only one teaspoon of very fine ash left after the burn was completed. Kelly kettles being a survival stove should give this serious thought as an option I would pay good money for this option. In a wet survival situation, they should really think of alternative fuels. Cheers Zac.
iv contacted Kelly kettle and hopefully they will like the idea it works as a nice alternative cheers for the feedback mate its nice to know i can help spread the word
Thank you from a new kelly kettle trecker user. This is the only video that covered all the information needed with using kelly kettle with pellets, what is the best kind of pellets to use and indoor use with the little canned burner for boiling water. Very nice demonstration.
Very interesting, i am in next county going east. I have just got a kelly kettle scout, also use trangia 27 also good. Only used spirit burner on kelly kettle so far. Not tried solid fuel yet. So far very good
fantastic mate I'm Farnborough so really close thanks for the comment and your defo in for the overnighter il let you know details as and when i can confirm dates have a great day mick out
Love Kelly kettles, but for me a bit bulky .especially if there's no dry stuff around, and considering I alway carry a gas stove for emergency ie .incase the weather changes .Great when you need a quick cuppa ,but not for tabbing a few miles to a camp .so twig box for me ..I'm in Peterborough and the camping areas are very few .and inconsiderate people leave a mess every where .one question! What's your pet hate whilst out camping etc! ?..Great video BTW..loving your content ..God bless you and your family and happy camping 🏕 🙏 😊. Lee
keep looking at them but iv about 500 pre made balls to use i think it would be worth a video on the make up pads and a few other resources thanks for the tip and the comment
Hi mick don't know if you ever used punk wood cha it I find much better than cha cloath hope you Tri it if you have not already done so spark into your tin the remove the ember you want put the lid back on and the other embers will go out and can be used at a later date THANKS
Thank you so much for this video. I was wanting to know if a spirit burner with the hobo stove (I already have a Kelly Kettle) would work, rather than buying a full new kit.
Great video Mick. Answered my questions. I am off to make a fine grill to put the Oak pellets on. Do you use a Bush saw (Folding) to make a shelter? I am looking for a good quality 1.
the laplander is a good goto saw and of course the silky saws are awesome but any good quality pruning saw will do the job try and avoid cheap knock offs
Since you asked what we'd like to see, I have seen some people use the newer version of the pot support to cook over the firebase (without the kettle) instead of the hobo stove. Do you think you could do a comparison for cook times using this method versus the hobo stove? I'm trying to decide which kit to get and wasn't sure if I should pay extra for the hobo stove and carry the extra weight if the pot support is pretty close to performance of the hobo stove. Also, I don't know if you have a trekker and one of the bigger versions, but if I'm not worried too much about kettle capacity, does the firebase size make a big difference in ease and time to cook if preparing meals for larger groups. Say 5+ people.
the Kelly Kettle is the king of boiling however the cook set is also very good as a cooker with the hobo stove but it is a little bit of an art to use it for large meals it works just takes a bit of practice and planning always over estimate the amount of fuel you will need and take the time to prep it , have fun take care be safe and enjoy your adventures mick out
just sold it but i pack light a simple tarp and bivvy bag set up strung from the bike and a small burner spirit stove combo is all i normally take all packs into a roll twos bungee its on and away i go food i source on the move and use a single metal cup for cooking and drinking hope this helps i will look into doing a vid on the subject this autumn when iv built a new ride many thanks for the comment have an awesome week ,,,,mick out
i dont know if any1 knows but the leatherman rebar doesnt have a blade so i normally carry that with a svord peasant mini wich is a pretty light uk legal or higonokami wich i dont even notice in my pocket
@@hampshireoutdoorsandsurviv9340 also if people prefer something a little more sturdy feeling or premium feel the rough ryder apta has interchangable blades and micarta handles lol i really enjoyed your video by the way i have been looking at kelly kettle for a while i have heard that trangia type stoves have a sweet spot maybe try putting your grate under it to raise it a little i hear its about an inch above the opening
Thank you for letting some of us to live vicariously through your videos, Brother !!!
Keep up the great work !!!
My pleasure!! mate makes me feel humble but proud that i am giving a bit of pleasure to others
Thanks for all the good ideas mate just ordered up a Kelly kettle kit I enjoyed your video well done
Glad I could help just putting up a kelly verses wet fuel today you might like it cheers mate
I am slowly getting through your really informative videos. Thanks for sharing your enjoyment of your time in the woods. 👍
Thanks for watching!
Kind of down the road from me, I used to live in Farnborough. Now living in Bracknell. Keep up the good work!
cheers mate
Hi Mick,
Just used a very fine piece of stainless steel mesh that we use for making toast in Australia on a campfire.
Identically just like yours to make it just above the ventilation hole and boy did it work well.
One small cup from the base station kit boiled the water (1.6 liters of cold water) in 6 minutes and lasted with good heat for 30 minutes to cook on.
Using the same oak pallets that you did there was only one teaspoon of very fine ash left after the burn was completed.
Kelly kettles being a survival stove should give this serious thought as an option I would pay good money for this option. In a wet survival situation, they should really think of alternative fuels.
Cheers Zac.
iv contacted Kelly kettle and hopefully they will like the idea it works as a nice alternative cheers for the feedback mate its nice to know i can help spread the word
Thank you from a new kelly kettle trecker user. This is the only video that covered all the information needed with using kelly kettle with pellets, what is the best kind of pellets to use and indoor use with the little canned burner for boiling water. Very nice demonstration.
Glad it was helpful! i love those oak pellets
Very interesting, i am in next county going east.
I have just got a kelly kettle scout, also use trangia 27 also good.
Only used spirit burner on kelly kettle so far. Not tried solid fuel yet.
So far very good
awesome bit of kit infact my fav thanks for the comment mate
When using the meths burner with the Kelly kettle restrict 1/2 the outlet chimney with a sheet of metal. It works!
thanks for the tip i will give it a go
First time I have seen you I found it very informative thanks very much
Glad it was helpful!
I will say this, you are very thorough on your analysis on this.
i try
Pellets good idea.
Thanks .
Most welcome
Hey Mike it's nice to see you doing something you enjoy
cheers micky
Looking forward to a beach excursion, how about a bit of foraging ?
sept mate
Great video mick Count me in for the overnighter
I live in hook so not far away for me
Cheers mac 👍🏻
fantastic mate I'm Farnborough so really close thanks for the comment and your defo in for the overnighter il let you know details as and when i can confirm dates have a great day mick out
Many thanks mick looking forward to it all the best mac
Love Kelly kettles, but for me a bit bulky .especially if there's no dry stuff around, and considering I alway carry a gas stove for emergency ie .incase the weather changes .Great when you need a quick cuppa ,but not for tabbing a few miles to a camp .so twig box for me ..I'm in Peterborough and the camping areas are very few .and inconsiderate people leave a mess every where .one question! What's your pet hate whilst out camping etc! ?..Great video BTW..loving your content ..God bless you and your family and happy camping 🏕 🙏 😊. Lee
my pet hate whilst camping is loud people , i like to chat but i also like the quiet
I replace the rubber seals on my Trangias with silcone ones - no drama if you put the lid on when it is hot then
good thinking that man il give it a go cheers
Very good idea will try to find some
Mickey, have you thought about wax soaked make up pads? They are not as messy to hold imo and are both easy and cheap to make.
keep looking at them but iv about 500 pre made balls to use i think it would be worth a video on the make up pads and a few other resources thanks for the tip and the comment
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Hi mick don't know if you ever used punk wood cha it I find much better than cha cloath hope you Tri it if you have not already done so spark into your tin the remove the ember you want put the lid back on and the other embers will go out and can be used at a later date THANKS
cheers mate il give it a go
Thank you so much for this video. I was wanting to know if a spirit burner with the hobo stove (I already have a Kelly Kettle) would work, rather than buying a full new kit.
not a problem glad it helped take care have fun
I'll be up for an all nighter bud
sounds like an idea
I live in the Derbyshire area but it would be worth the fuel & drive down the M1 for a winter / spring camp out with likeminded folk sometime
looking to do a spring meet and weekend camp if enough guys are interested
Great video Mick. Answered my questions. I am off to make a fine grill to put the Oak pellets on. Do you use a Bush saw (Folding) to make a shelter? I am looking for a good quality 1.
the laplander is a good goto saw and of course the silky saws are awesome but any good quality pruning saw will do the job try and avoid cheap knock offs
@@hampshireoutdoorsandsurviv9340 In Australia every dam thing comes from China. I will look into your recommendations, thanks. Zac.
Since you asked what we'd like to see, I have seen some people use the newer version of the pot support to cook over the firebase (without the kettle) instead of the hobo stove. Do you think you could do a comparison for cook times using this method versus the hobo stove? I'm trying to decide which kit to get and wasn't sure if I should pay extra for the hobo stove and carry the extra weight if the pot support is pretty close to performance of the hobo stove. Also, I don't know if you have a trekker and one of the bigger versions, but if I'm not worried too much about kettle capacity, does the firebase size make a big difference in ease and time to cook if preparing meals for larger groups. Say 5+ people.
the Kelly Kettle is the king of boiling however the cook set is also very good as a cooker with the hobo stove but it is a little bit of an art to use it for large meals it works just takes a bit of practice and planning always over estimate the amount of fuel you will need and take the time to prep it , have fun take care be safe and enjoy your adventures mick out
Hi Mick, have you tried fine wirewool to start a fire. It burns really hot and catches easy. Keep up the good work. Jim
wire wool is an awesome tool i will cover that in a upcoming vid urban survival and emergency skills
Look forward to watching it. 👍
Hi, do you ever take your motorbike camping ? Would like to know what would pack.
just sold it but i pack light a simple tarp and bivvy bag set up strung from the bike and a small burner spirit stove combo is all i normally take all packs into a roll twos bungee its on and away i go food i source on the move and use a single metal cup for cooking and drinking hope this helps i will look into doing a vid on the subject this autumn when iv built a new ride many thanks for the comment have an awesome week ,,,,mick out
Are there any shops in Hampshire or southern england were you can buy a kelly kettle and they take cash?
a real pain in the arse i mostly us cash myself and am sick of being told card only
Hey mike i wana go with you im a beginner tho!
look out for the bushcamp weekend we all started at the beginning its like a long walk you just take one step after another
i dont know if any1 knows but the leatherman rebar doesnt have a blade so i normally carry that with a svord peasant mini wich is a pretty light uk legal or higonokami wich i dont even notice in my pocket
good info and good planning i like your thinking
@@hampshireoutdoorsandsurviv9340 also if people prefer something a little more sturdy feeling or premium feel the rough ryder apta has interchangable blades and micarta handles lol i really enjoyed your video by the way i have been looking at kelly kettle for a while i have heard that trangia type stoves have a sweet spot maybe try putting your grate under it to raise it a little i hear its about an inch above the opening
@@aaronmaley1495 il give it a try thanks for sharing that little gem of info