| Since the launch in 2008, The Honey Stove has grown in popularity in all areas of the outdoor community. Hikers, backpackers, bushcrafters, kayakers, cyclists, riders and travellers around the globe have enjoyed the simplicity of the design, combined with the reliable functionality, which results in cooking over a stove which is virtually carbon neutral. There’s no escaping the fact. This style of cooking will transport you back to a simpler time, and increase yours pleasures when living outdoors. I wanted to design a stove which would be unique. No moving parts, just a simple solid reliable construction, which when linked together would provide maximum strength either in the square or hexagonal configuration. One which will burn organic matter, esbit/hexamine tablets, night light candles, ANY make of meths (denatured alcohol) stove, Greenheat Fuel Cells and even the standard Trangia gas burner, or other similar variations. By simply sliding two 3mm pegs (not included) through the horizontal holes in the mid points, your pot (less than 12cm dia) will be lowered and supported inside the perimeter walls, and therefore trap more of the generated heat, reducing the time taken to boil. There are no hard and fast rules, as to which slot you use, or which way is up! It is entirely up to you and your needs at that particular cooking moment! Honey Stove Cooking Assembling the square configuration This is the most compact stove setting, and it may be all a ‘lightweight’ backpacker, cyclist, bushcrafter or kayaker will ever need. Option 1: Take a side panel with the prongs facing upwards, and slide down on each side two further panels. If you are burning organic matter, place the square plate in either of the two lowest slots, then slide the door on ‘upwards’. This will allow you slide fuel in through the door slot. Option 2: If you are using a coke can stove, esbit/hexamine tablet or Greenheat place the square plate in the mid slot and then slide on the door. This allows easy lighting of the tablets and better air flow. Option 3: However you may wish to make the fire completely enclosed. Therefore instead of sliding on the door, use another side panel. This will enclose the fire completely. Option 4: You may also prefer to use the standard Trangia Burner. The slots in the side panels are designed to hold the rim of the burner securely. Therefore, slot the rim into the mid slot of the three panels and then slide the door into place. This slot provides the optimum burner to pot height, to achieve maximum heat performance. NB: You are also still able to access the simmering ring through the door. Assembling the hexagonal configuration To burn organic matter/charcoal BBQ briquettes Option 1: Take a side panel and hold it with the prongs facing downwards. Slide on two other side panels either side and place the base plate in either of the bottom two slots (air flow). Make sure the rear of the base plate sits in the central panel slot. Slide on a fourth and fifth panel on alternate sides, and then while holding those two panels between your thumb and forefinger, ease the fire door into place. NB: As the metal is freshly laser cut, this will be a tight fit initially, so may require positive, but not excessive force. This will quickly become easier. For pots smaller than 12cm, slide two 3mm pegs through the slots at a height of your choice. Or cook directly on the grill placed on top of the final assembly. To burn esbit/hexamine tablet Option 2: Assemble as above, but raise the base plate to the second slot. For pots smaller than 12cm, slide in two 3mm pegs through the slots at a height of your choice to make the most of the heat generated. Or cook directly on the grill placed on top of the final assembly. To use a Trangia Burner Option 3: Assemble as above with the base plate in either of the two lowest slots. Prior to fitting the door, slide in the Trangia plate into two opposing mid slots. Then ease the fire door into place. If your pot is greater then 12cm, place it on top of the stove. If your pot is less than 12cm slide in two 3mm pegs through two upper holes as support. Or use the grill on top of the assembly as support. However, for maximum wind protection, you have the option to assemble the stove with the Trangia plate lower down, and therefore the base of the pot is enclosed within the perimeter of the stove for maximum wind protection. To use Trangia Gas or other Trangia Fitting Multifuel Convertor Option 4: Assemble as above but start with the prongs facing upwards on the first panel, so the door fits on last with the wider section at the top of the stove. This allows the fuel line to exit the unit without obstruction. Which wood to burn? They use this old woodman's poem …. Logs to burn! Logs to burn! Logs to save the coal a turn! Here's a word to make you wise When you hear the woodman's cries. Beechwood fire burn bright and clear; Hornbeam blazes too, If logs are kept a year And seasoned through and through. Oak logs will warm you well If they're old and dry, Larch logs of pinewood smell But the sparks will fly. Pine is good and so is yew For warmth through winter days But poplar and willow, too Take long to dry and blaze. Birch logs will burn too fast, Alder scarce at all. Chestnut logs are good to last If cut in the fall. Holly logs will burn like wax, You should burn them green, Elm logs like smoldering flax, No flame is seen. Pear logs and apple logs, They will scent your room. Cherry logs across the dogs Smell like flowers in bloom. But ash logs, all smooth and grey, Burn them green or old, Buy up all that come your way, They're worth their weight in gold. Hard woods for roasting Apple, Ash, Beech, Birch, Sweet Chestnut, Hazel, Holly, Hornbeam, Larch, Oak and Willow. Soft woods for boiling Alder, Aspen, cedar, Hawthorn, Horse chestnut, Lime, Pine, Poplar, Spruce, Sycamore. Specifications:
To expand the unit in size for group or more social use please see our Hive expansion kits.
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Monday, 16 August 2021 | Alun I haven't had a chance yet to use this produuct but the quality of the equipment is outstanding and the service from bacpackinglight.co.uk has been great. This review has not been appraised.
Wednesday, 16 June 2021 | Christine Love this stove, its so versatile and well made. It is a little bit tricky to assemble at first, but after a few goes its very easy. Its almost too nice and shiny to use. This review has not been appraised.
Friday, 4 June 2021 | Adrian Being an aged collector of camping stoves, I have tried all the variants and every type of fuel, including petrol and paraffin where you need the addition of pre heating spirit! This stove is the polar opposite of all that, just some suitable wood (carpentry provides an endless supply) a home made cotton wool/ Vaseline starter and you have your cooking source in minutes. This review has not been appraised.
Tuesday, 11 May 2021 | Michael This is my second honey stove, newer version. This review has not been appraised.
Tuesday, 20 April 2021 | Jeremy Great product and service. Easy to assemble and compact. This review has not been appraised.
Thursday, 1 April 2021 | Hayden Nice stove, had the first burn in the garden due to lock down but looking forward to taking it out. Brilliant sales service and fast delivery- the hand written note with it adds a personal touch in this age of computers This review has not been appraised.
Wednesday, 24 March 2021 | Martin Im really pleased with this stove, its pretty much perfect in size, and versatility, packs down small in a nice pouch. Beautifully made here in the UK, This review has not been appraised.
Monday, 8 March 2021 | Lesley Brilliant product good value for money This review has not been appraised.
Friday, 5 March 2021 | Ian This stove is superb, I have the stainless steel and its crazy lightweight. The effectiveness of the burn is really good only took about 5 mins to boil 500ml. Takes a little getting used to at first to put together but once you find your way it gets easier. This review has not been appraised.
Saturday, 6 February 2021 | James This little stove is strong enough to last for years. The light weight design is easy to put together and can be configured for any situation. I like how it reflects the heat for cooking and my fuel is readily available twigs. So far it tucks into all of my packs. Great stove, thank you. This review has not been appraised.
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