Solo Stove

[dennis 221]

With all the fire bands have any of you used a Solo Stove for soothing views while camping!says not much heat but everyone loves a camp fire!!

 

[FAW3]

We bought the Solo kit with storage bag & iron grill top/adapter ring. I can’t recall the size name but it transports well. The Solo burns clean and hot, with nearly no smoke with decently dry wood. Burns down to just ash. Have also used with charcoal.

Edit: Solo Ranger is our model.

 

[kmacafee]

Because of its design, it eats a lot of wood quickly.

 

[ski3pin]

With all the fire bands have any of you used a Solo Stove for soothing views while camping!says not much heat but everyone loves a camp fire!!

When fire restrictions are in effect, you cannot have a wood fire.


Stage 1 Fire Restrictions
During Stage 1, the following is prohibited:
1. Building, maintaining, attending or using a fire, campfire, or stovefire outside of developed recreation sites.

• Campfires are not allowed in any area outside of developed recreationsites. Portable stoves, fire pits, or grills that use wood or charcoal are also prohibited in both dispersed and developed areas under Stage 1 Fire Restrictions. Portable stoves or fires that use gas, liquid fuel, etc., are allowed on all forest lands, provided they have a contained fuel source and an on/off switch. Additionally, California campfire permits are required for campfires in developed sites and for the use of any portable stove, regardless of fire restriction level, in the state of California.

2. Smoking, outside an enclosed vehicle or building.

• Exemption: Smoking while stopped in an area at least three feet in diameter that is clear of all flammable materials.

​​3. Welding, or operating an acetylene or other torch with open flame.
4. Using an explosive.

• ​Fireworks and exploding targets are never permitted on public lands. ​

5. Woodcutting and other activities need to be completed prior to 1 p.m. daily. (See Firewood Cutting Permit)

• Woodcutting and other activities need to be completed prior to 1 p.m. daily. It is always prohibited to operate or use any internal or external combustion engine without an approved USDA spark arrestor that is properly installed, maintained, and in effective working order.

Stage 2 Fire Restrictions
During Stage 2, the following is prohibited:
1. Building, maintaining, attending or using a fire, campfire, or stovefire on forest lands.

• Campfires are prohibited on all National Forest lands, including developed recreation sites, campgrounds, and day use areas. This includes twig stoves commonly used by hikers, portable wood/charcoal fire pits, and stoves. Portable stoves with contained fuel sources (propane, jellied petroleum, etc.) and an on/off switch are allowed. Additionally, California campfire permits are required for the use of any portable stove, regardless of fire restriction level, in the state of California.

2. Smoking, outside an enclosed vehicle or building.

• Exemption: Smoking while stopped in an area at least three feet in diameter that is clear of all flammable materials.

​​3. Welding, or operating an acetylene or other torch with open flame.
4. Using an explosive.

• ​Fireworks and exploding targets are never permitted on public lands.

5. Woodcutting and other activities need to be completed prior to 1 p.m. daily. (See Firewood Cutting Permit)

• Woodcutting and other activities need to be completed prior to 1 p.m. daily. It is always prohibited to operate or use any internal or external combustion engine without an approved USDA spark arrestor that is properly installed, maintained, and in effective working order.

6. Operating or parking a vehicle or other motorized equipment over or on top of dried/cured vegetation.

• Exemption: Parking in an area devoid of vegetation within 10 feet of the roadway, overnight parking in Forest Service developed campgrounds and at trailheads.​

Stage 3 - Forest Closure
During Stage 3, or "Forest Closure," public entry is prohibited due to the extreme fire danger. At times, National Forests may close specific geographic areas, or the entire forest. Wherever a closure is implemented, the public cannot enter any National Forest lands, roads, or trails.

 

[nebosllin]

The Solo tent stove double-walled design is a game-changer for campfire enthusiasts. It promotes a cleaner and more efficient burn, significantly reducing smoke and ash production. This makes for a more pleasant experience for everyone, especially those sensitive to smoke or those who prefer a campfire without the mess.

 

[AWG_Pics]

We have the solo bonfire. Never take it camping but do occasionally fire it up on the back patio when we have neighbors over on cool evenings.

 

[Durango1]

We have one of the smaller Solo Stove models. (Ranger) Not really a fan because while while the Solo smokes less it also produces less heat and obstructs view of those nice glowing embers. (The two issues are probably related!)

 

[Jollyrogers]

We got a Ranger, and have the grill and heat deflector. it rides next to my GSD and the grill and heat deflector tuck into my lifted back seat. We used it every day for 2 weeks on our last trip. Cooked on it, etc. We didn’t get it for use during fire bans, but because of all the nasty stuff we see in the fire rings, like disposable diapers at one camp site.

Also, i just get a couple packs of sawdust bricks from Tractor Supply, one will be burn a couple hours.

 

[FAW3]

We enjoy our Solo Ranger. It offers clean burning with minimal smoke, leaves only fine ash behind to clean up, and with the optional riser and cast iron wok or grill cooks great. If we're going in our trailer/toy hauler the Ranger is always brought along...but we found the Ranger just a tad big for our FWC Hawk camping.

We did like the concept of a clean easy fire, no blackened up rocks or ground spot, and the easy clean up. We wanted something more compact and we did not need the cooking aspect. Just looking for a small fire and some ambiance, some heat and the ability to toast a marshmallow if desired.

Wandering around WalMart I spotted an Ozark Trail 7" wood stove/fire pit that was reasonably priced and would fit our needs perfectly. It's about perfect for a small fire, comes with a cooking spacer/pot support and also a mesh carry bag. The one I got had a couple of rough edges but a few moments with a section of sandpaper smoothed these rather sharp edges down quickly.

Listing: https://www.walmart.com/ip/Ozark-Trail-7-D-Stainless-Steel-Integrated-Camp-Stove/3779892608?clickid=xowxt-0c9xyIUQhXH-0yIS%3AgUkH0j53lo2jwUs0&irgwc=1&im_rewards=1&sourceid=imp_xowxt-0c9xyIUQhXH-0yIS%3AgUkH0j53lo2jwUs0&veh=aff&wmlspartner=imp_2003851&affiliates_ad_id=566719&campaign_id=9383&sharedid=EdgeBingFlow

 

[Wandering Sagebrush]

Don’t forget, it’s almost time to get your free annual California Fire Permit if you’re planning on having a campfire, or using any BBQ or lantern/stove with a flame outside your camper.

 

[Vic Harder]

Thanks WS. I did not realize that a permit is required for a gas stove too! Luckily, the permit is free and the exam easy.

 

[Wandering Sagebrush]

Thanks WS. I did not realize that a permit is required for a gas stove too! Luckily, the permit is free and the exam easy.

Vic, I believe it’s just about all outside flames.