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A Guide to MSR Backpacking Stoves
MSR debuted its first stove in 1973. The pragmatically named Model 9 stove allowed mountaineers to melt snow faster for drinking water, radically improving their safety at altitude. As the...
A Guide to MSR Backpacking Stoves
MSR debuted its first stove in 1973. The pragmatically named Model 9 stove allowed mountaineers to melt snow faster for drinking water, radically improving their safety at altitude. As the...

Why Pressure-Regulated Stoves are Better in Col...
All canister stoves suffer in cold temps. A pressure regulator helps mitigate that, improving boil times across a range of conditions.
Why Pressure-Regulated Stoves are Better in Col...
All canister stoves suffer in cold temps. A pressure regulator helps mitigate that, improving boil times across a range of conditions.


BTUs, Boil Time and Water Boiled: Understanding...
Learn which test numbers are important and what they really mean for real-world performance.
BTUs, Boil Time and Water Boiled: Understanding...
Learn which test numbers are important and what they really mean for real-world performance.

MSR Reactor vs. WindBurner: What’s the Difference?
We boil down the key distinctions between the MSR Reactor and the WindBurner, to help you choose which backpacking stove is best for you.
MSR Reactor vs. WindBurner: What’s the Difference?
We boil down the key distinctions between the MSR Reactor and the WindBurner, to help you choose which backpacking stove is best for you.
BEHIND THE GEAR

BEHIND THE GEAR: MSR EXPLORE SNOWSHOES & PARADIGM™ BINDING
Thanks to the all-new Paradigm binding, the Explore series hits the sweet spot for most users, delivering comfort, reliability and performance for intermediate to advanced snowshoers.

The Evolution of the MSR Hubba Hubba™ Tent Series
Take a look back at the legendary Hubba Hubba tent’s history to discover why it was such a game-changing design, and why it remains one of the most popular tents in the outdoors today.

SPARK OF INVENTION: THE ORIGIN STORY OF MSR'S REACTOR® STOVE
As the world’s fastest, most fuel-efficient all-condition stove system, the Reactor is still the gold standard on everything from pioneering expeditions to overnight backpacking trips.