Base camp cook stoves?

[1_pointer]

I will be getting a more elaborate/comfortable base camp (think wall tent) in the very near future. Additionally, we are a couple of weeks out from demo starting on our kitchen remodel. So, I am interested in getting a base camp cook stove. I'm just torn between something like a stand based stove like what camp chef offers or a two burner flat folding Coleman style stove. One thing I like about the Camp Chef style is not needing to set it on a table. The downside I see with that size is that it is bigger and doesn't allow for a hot meal on the tailgate.

Which do you guys prefer for a basecamp? Thanks in advance.

 

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That Coleman design has got to be about the most proven, indestructible piece of camping equipment available. I wouldn't doubt I've had close to a 1000 meals in my life cooked on one, and can't remember ever having one not work. The one I have now I was gifted 15 years ago in high school, still works like a champ.

I'm boring that way though, I stick with what works. I've used the same Stanley thermos for 15 years and the same $20 Coleman cooler.

A table like this looks like it would clean up a wall tent nicely- https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MY5IEX...colid=MN4SPZQPJQ87&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

 

[MThuntr]

That Coleman design has got to be about the most proven, indestructible piece of camping equipment available. I wouldn't doubt I've had close to a 1000 meals in my life cooked on one, and can't remember ever having one not work. The one I have now I was gifted 15 years ago in high school, still works like a champ.

I'm boring that way though, I stick with what works. I've used the same Stanley thermos for 15 years and the same $20 Coleman cooler.

A table like this looks like it would clean up a wall tent nicely- https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MY5IEX...colid=MN4SPZQPJQ87&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

Ditto to what Randy said. I have the same green Coleman propane stove for nearly 20 years and it looks and operates like new. The only thing I've done was buy a bulk tank adapter because those little bottles suck.

I like the camp chef system though because you can get an oven setup which, if I were glamping, would be nice.

That table looks a bit fancy but if you're in a spot for awhile having things put away would be handy so you're not digging through totes or worse having a little chipmunk rate a loaf of bread that was left on the table.

 

[Deleted member 28227]

That Coleman design has got to be about the most proven, indestructible piece of camping equipment available.

x2 I'm still using the one my mom and dad bought before I was born.

 

[LuketheDog]

My folks gave me their once-used Camp Chef about 8 years ago to replace my 40-year-old green Coleman stove. The Coleman still goes in my truck for every trip and the Camp Chef hasn't left the garage yet, it is a nice stove though...someday I'll use it

 

[1_pointer]

Thanks! Not usual to have this level of consensus.

 

[rtraverdavis]

I’ve put my old Coleman through hell and it still works great. But I will say that I got a Camp Chef this last year to use in a wall tent and loved it. It took up very little space in the tent and didn’t use any table space. It’ll be replacing the old Coleman on a lot of trips.

 

[pabearhunter]

2 burner Camp Chef put a griddle on one burner and what ever on the second.

 

[TLowell02]

2 burner Camp Chef put a griddle on one burner and what ever on the second.

This setup FTW! I love my little griddle that also flips over to a grill pan. Yes, the camp chef is larger than the Coleman but I love mine and it is always in camp.

 

[7mm08mo]

I just won the camp chef in a raffle, yet to try it but looks and seems nice. It has adjustable legs and came with a griddle, grill attachment and carrying cases for all. Hope to use it soon.

 

[SFC B]

We started using the Camp Chef (and the griddle) a couple of years ago and it is a definite upgrade in power. As for the tailgate issue, I keep a little folding (in a case about the size of a pop can) butane stove in the truck for that / emergency use..... like $10 off amazon

 

[VikingsGuy]

I will be getting a more elaborate/comfortable base camp (think wall tent) in the very near future.

Just bought a wall tent from Chris at Davis tent (based on the many recommendations on HT). He was super great to work with - answered a ton of questions I had with practical advice and a lot of patience. Definitely give Chris a call, I think Feb is their down season so pricing is good.

 

[1_pointer]

Just bought a wall tent from Chris at Davis tent (based on the many recommendations on HT). He was super great to work with - answered a ton of questions I had with practical advice and a lot of patience. Definitely give Chris a call, I think Feb is their down season so pricing is good.

I've been on the phone with them and use a cot from them every night. If/when I buy a wall tent, it will be from them.

FWIW, this is the type of consensus that I've become used too...

 

[MThuntr]

I don't own or have much experience with but I saw Reliable Tent was having a 15% off sale.

 

[el unit]

We prefer our Camp Chef stove for our wall tent camps, or camps with the truck, but will resort to our Coleman stove when driving the car because of limited space.

 

[HuntingJudge]

A couple things to think about as I use them both is the amount of people you are cooking for. When we do a 4+ person trip the camp chef is awesome more burner and bigger pot space for cooking large amounts of food. For a couple people cant go wrong with the old Coleman

 

[Deleted member 16014]

I use wall tents pretty infrequently, basically once a year with my dad/family in MT for a few days, so take this FWIW. The only time I've used the stand alone style is on a work trip where I was backpacking and others were horsepacking. I like the flexibility of the table top set-up overall, because if room gets snug with a bigger crew you can move it around and use the table for something else. No perfect way, but as you note it's handy for the tailgate too.

 

[Sytes]

I've used the wall tent stove for cooking. I've not found a need for additional cook items. I suppose it would be a convenient use to have a stand alone cook top though haven't found the need. I did pick up a collapsible Coleman oven that sits atop the wall tent stove... for the Griz game jalapeno poppers, etc - usually on opening weekend via AM radio... wonder if saying AM radio is a known use for the 18ish - people...

 

[ShootsManyBullets]

I've got both and we use the camp chef quite a bit more. If you want to tailgate with it just use one of their carry case/bags to keep it dust free and organized then just install the legs if you don't want to set it on the tailgate. We just throw a tank in the back of the truck and tie it down. Boom! instant cooking power off the tailgate or we setup the legs and cook from wherever.

 

[Carbon]

Another vote for both. For less people the Coleman works great. For larger groups, the Camp Chief with the full griddle cover is the bomb for cooking breakfast!