Coleman Rendezvous
The Rendezvous was featured in "Outside Magazine's" 2008 Summer Buyer's Guide. While it's far from lightweight---33 lbs.---it does include an integrated suitcase that makes carrying it to and from the campsite convenient. The suitcase pops open to reveal two stainless steel burners with 30,000 BTUs of output, a storage compartment on the other side for holding utensils and condiments, and an antimicrobial cutting board. The stove also includes snap-on utensil hooks. It works with either a 16.4 oz. or 20 oz. propane tank. "Outside Magazine" liked the integrated cutting board and storage.
Brunton Wind River Range
Similar to the Coleman Rendezvous, albeit lighter and more expensive, the Brunton Wind River Range is a dual-burner stove with 30,000 BTUs. The stove was a top pick on Consumer Search and also won a 2006 Editors' Choice award in "Camping Life Magazine." Like the Rendezvous, the Wind River is a suitcase style, propane stove that unfolds to offer two burners to the left and storage and cutting board to the right. It boils water in three minutes and offers one and a half hours of high-output burn time. Extruded aluminum and steel construction provide a rugged, durable stove while a limited lifetime warranty protects your investment. Weight is 23 lbs.
Century 2317i Propane Heater/Cooker Combo
The utility of most camping stoves ends in the wilderness kitchen, but the Century 2317i is also designed to deliver propane-fueled heating for those chilly, mountain evenings. The device comes on a stand that features both upright and sideways positioning to serve the two functions. It provides between 10,000 and 14,000 BTUs. The 2317i is much lighter (3.75 lbs.) and less expensive than the aforementioned dual burners. It includes a safety shut-off that cuts the gas if the burner flame goes out. "Camping Life" included this stove as a choice in its 2008 Buyer's Guide.
Article Written By Joe Fletcher
Joe Fletcher has been a writer since 2002, starting his career in politics and legislation. He has written travel and outdoor recreation articles for a variety of print and online publications, including "Rocky Mountain Magazine" and "Bomb Snow." He received a Bachelor of Arts in political science from Rutgers College.
