Clikstand

[valley]

Greetings!

I'm just beginning to plan a long distance solo bike camping trip to Barcelona (i'm from the Isle of Man). I've not done much cycling before, but i'm young and able and quite excited about the whole thing

I have lots of questions to ask (mainly about gear), but thought I would start with this separate post and see if I can get any answers/suggestions;

My journey will take me through France and onto Barcelona. I'll be travelling alone, and will be wild camping and cooking at camp. I've decided to keep the weight to a minimum, as I'll probably be struggling as it is!

I've decided to use the 'Clikstand' cooking system (along with a Trangia burner), as it's very light and can be packed inside the largest pot (as opposed to the pots being packed inside the windshield, as with the Trangia cook sets). I'm aiming to have 2x pots with me (or 1x pot and 1x frying pan) - however, I will need a lid (preferably with a strainer), so that I can strain pasta/rice in one pot and cook tomatoes/onions etc in the other.

I had opted for the following combo from Clikstand, but the pot manufacturer has stopped making the cookware!

http://www.clikstand.com/p_combo_sawtooth.html <---- this set consists of a 2 Quart pot + 3 Cup pot (which is confusing for a Manxman)!

After trying to find alternative pots, I managed to find the Vargo 1.3 Titanium pot http://www.vargooutdoors.com/1-3-liter-titanium-pot.html#.U17TM5HoZmA. This fits into the Clikstand windshield when at it's widest setting and would house another pot inside it. However, after checking the price in the UK (around £60), I can't justify buying it, along with the cook set and another pot!

So, my question is;

What pots and pans do you Clikstand users use!? Is there anything out there that's close the the original Clikstand 'Sawtooth Combo'?

Thanks guys - great forum!

Valley

[randomblue]

I'm not sure about the clikstand stuff but for the strainer, I got a cheap plastic chopping board from poundland, cut it down a bit and got some small holes drilled in one corner so it works as both chopping board, temporary lid and strainer. I'm not sure if that would work with the clikstand stuff but works pretty well for me! =) Also, doesn't work for pots on the heat but I made a lid for my pot cosy set which works pretty well too

[andrew_s]

There won't be many Clikstand users here, and I'd guess that most of those got the stand rather than any particular combo. They have only ever been available from the US, except for the occasional small batch, and there's also been the much more easily available Trangia Triangle rip-off version for the last few years.

It's really just a matter of taking the required pot dimensions and looking for something suitable. There are windscreen versions available for pots between 130mm and 170 (though 170 mm is too big for the windscreen supports, so you may be better taking 150mm as a maximum diameter), and something like 70mm high

[jjpeterberger]

We love our Clickstand and use it with a set of MSR Alpine stainless steel pots...many years on the cookset and the the Clickstand works better than any other I've tried for the Trangia burner.

Enjoy the ride,
Jay

[valley]

Thanks for the tips!

I'm still undecided on what to take...

I considered buying a Stance grease pot from Amazon, and using it in conjunction with a pot holder + another smaller pot inside. This would solve my straining issues, and keeps the weight/cost down to a minimum. However, while pondering this, I realised that I can easily drill holes into any metal lid, making my own stainer!

With that in mind, my options open up!

I'm now looking at the Gelert Ascent III set. This has a larger pot size of 15cm, and comes in at around 340g (the smaller pot can be left at home to reduce the weight).

There's also the (very similar), Trespass Prepare set. However, this looks like it may be a bit small (largest pan is 13cm) and the lid handle looks to stop the pot handle from closing down fully.

We love our Clickstand and use it with a set of MSR Alpine stainless steel pots...many years on the cookset and the the Clickstand works better than any other I've tried for the Trangia burner.

Jay, what depth does the Clikstand allow for when using pots with handles? I'm concerned that the handles will catch on the edge of the windshield before the base of the pan can sit squarely on the stove.

The hunt continues!

[RonK]

I find one pot quite sufficient, and opted for the Denali combo.

The stove fits nicely in the 900ml Evernew pot, with room for a Trangia simmer ring (essential), dish sponge/scourer and dishcloth. Evernew also offer a 1300ml pot which will nest nicely with the 900ml pot. I'm not sure if the larger pot fits within the windshield.

It's my opinion that the stove works better with these squat pots.

I'd also recommend you get a Trangia fuel bottle and a heat diffuser.



However, this Snowpeak set might do you I think. Pots and frypans.



I'd also suggest a Sea to Summit X Set. The plate can be used as a cutting board or a base for the stove for cooking in the vestibule.

[valley]

One pot was the original plan, but i've decided to take 2x (one for cooking rice/pasta and the other for the sauce etc). I'll be riding for 14 days solid (might take a rest day in the middle somewhere), so want to ensure that my evening meals are substantial! I'll be making a pot cosy for my larger pot, so the rice/pasta can come off the heat once the water has come to the boil. What's left of the insulated bubble wrap will end up being my sleeping mat!

I'm going to go with the original Trangia burner (as opposed to the Evernew), as I'm a cheap [rude word removed] - so the simmer ring will come along with it.

As for a plates/bowls etc, I'm planning on eating straight from the pan (wooden spoon)! Saves carrying extra bits & bobs - I will still need a cutting board though. I'm looking for something that will fold/roll up, as they can be awkward to pack.

I will be taking a full Trangia fuel bottle (500ml) and buying another bottle on the road. Should be sufficient for 2 weeks. Is the heat diffuser not the simmer ring? Are these two different things?

Thanks for your help guys

[andrew_s]

As for a plates/bowls etc, I'm planning on eating straight from the pan (wooden spoon)! Saves carrying extra bits & bobs - I will still need a cutting board though. I'm looking for something that will fold/roll up, as they can be awkward to pack.

I use this Orikaso folding plate/bowl set. The plate makes a good cutting board when unfolded, and being flat they slip down the side of a pannier and take up hardly any space. An alternative is the Fozzils set, which uses press studs rather than fold over tabs.

[willem jongman]

Trangia 25 and 27 pots and pans can be bought separately and are cheap, light and durable (get the hard anodized version). The Trangia UL pans are almost as light as titanium ones. Aluminium is preferable for real meals, as it spreads the heat more evenly than titanium.
Willem

[valley]

Thanks for all your comments guys! I've ended up going for the Gelert Ascent III set, and will be leaving the smaller of the 3x pots at home. Managed to find a set on eBay for £5.50, never used!