Is this a good start for camping gear?

Seeking Advice
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@Hale
I’m based in Denver and know the Rockies well. Feel free to ask me any questions!

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Hayes said:
@Hale
I’m based in Denver and know the Rockies well. Feel free to ask me any questions!

Thanks, I appreciate your help!

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For cooking, you might only need a single pot. Consider also a long-handled spoon and perhaps a stove like the BRS, which is quite affordable.

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The cook set might be more than you need, depending on the type of camping you plan to do.

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Keller said:
The cook set might be more than you need, depending on the type of camping you plan to do.

I’m mostly planning to stay at the campsite rather than long hikes, maybe just short day hikes from the base camp.

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@Hale
I had a similar set, but wasn’t happy with the coating. Maybe look for something more straightforward without unnecessary extras.

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@Hale
Might be better to ask in a camping-focused forum.

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@Hale
For hiking, that pack looks fine. The cooking set seems overdone for your needs, though. If you’re just boiling water, a small pot would suffice.

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Clove said:
@Hale
For hiking, that pack looks fine. The cooking set seems overdone for your needs, though. If you’re just boiling water, a small pot would suffice.

I don’t have a car, so I carry everything from home to my camping spot. I’ll try to find some good deals locally.

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@Hale
A titanium pot might be a good investment for its light weight and fast heating. It’s pricier but worth it if you have to carry it far.

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I’ve generally found that products marketed as ‘tactical’ tend to be of low quality.

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Hayes said:
I’ve generally found that products marketed as ‘tactical’ tend to be of low quality.

High-quality ‘tactical’ gear exists, but it’s usually quite expensive. Cheap tactical gear often fails to deliver.

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That pack won’t be sufficient for your needs, and you should consider a single pot and a simple stove instead.

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Dev said:
That pack won’t be sufficient for your needs, and you should consider a single pot and a simple stove instead.

I’ll be camping not too far from the city, mainly needing a water solution and a basic cook set for simple meals. I prefer cooking on a fire.

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@Hale
Just a heads up, open fires might not be allowed depending on the season due to wildfire risks.

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@Hale
Check the local regulations regarding fires. It’s always good to have a backup stove.

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A simple titanium pot and spork should suffice for most camping cooking needs, unless you’re planning elaborate meals.

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Adi said:
A simple titanium pot and spork should suffice for most camping cooking needs, unless you’re planning elaborate meals.

Space and weight are big concerns for me, so I’m trying to keep my gear minimal but functional.

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@Hale
The volume of water is the same whether it’s in a bottle or a bladder. The convenience of a bladder might suit your needs better.

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Valentine said:
@Hale
The volume of water is the same whether it’s in a bottle or a bladder. The convenience of a bladder might suit your needs better.

The drinking mechanism on bladders helps me moderate my water intake better than when I drink directly from a bottle.