RE: Back Pack Stoves
I have a Jetboil, and it's amazing. Even if you think the mug or pot is too small, it boils so fast that I guarantee you could boil up a few batches in the time it takes another stove to do one. Also is very durable & the fuel can, accessories store inside of it. It has it's own ignition system as well (push button), so one less worry. You can get a coffee press for it, and it doubles as an insulated mug to drink it out of. I had an MSR Whisperlite International before: takes too long to set up, prime, get flame right, etc. It's also messier & smellier (impt if hunting) and you need to lug around a potentially leaky fuel bottle. Jetboil just uses a virtually odorproof gas canister. I've heard other brand canisters will work as well, but I've actually only used Jetboil brand. Only problem is that in extreme cold the fuel cans don't work quite as well (no problem---just hold in hands or coat pocket for few minutes). Get one & you'll love it....