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MSR WindPro

*Est. $85

Reviewed February 2008
MSR WindPro

pros
  • Lightweight
  • Wind shield
  • Portable
  • Easy to set up, clean and store
cons
  • Uses non-refillable fuel canister
  • Doesn't work in very cold weather
 
 
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Average Customer Review

(4 customer reviews)

for $77.95

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not a good stove, August 17, 2008

HI. We wanted to let you know about a problem with our MSR "windpro" campstove. After about a dozen uses, and no problems, the stove started leaking fuel out of the place where the fuel line attaches to the stove. The flame that shot out the side was sufficient to quickly burn a hole in the wind blocking thingie. We had to cut our trip short. Once back home, we brought it to the outdoor store we bought it from, and they sent it to the manufacturer for us. We got it back a couple of weeks later with a charge of $25 for the repair, and a note stating that we must have damaged/dropped the stove for it to develop that kind of leak. We never dropped the stove, or even handled it roughly. Our last stove lasted us 25 years (and still works; we just had trouble getting the butane); we take good care of our gear. I can send you a photo of the stove and the hole it burned in the windscreen. Mainly, I wanted you guys to know there are problems with these stoves. kathi mestayer

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Beautiful design, Outstanding performance, April 29, 2008

I've been using a Windpro for about a year and have been testing it side-by-side with several other cannister stoves. I have been completed impressed by its flawless performance even under harsh conditions. It is worth noting however, that like all isobutane cannister stoves it becomes difficult to light in sub-20 degree (F) temps. Great stove for general hiking, kayaking touring and minimalist car camping.

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A windscreen friendly canister stove, January 7, 2008

I'm not sure what the other reviewer means. The title says "MSR Windpro Canister Stove," but perhaps I missed some other (erroneous) mention of liquid fuel in the details. At any rate, the other reviewer and the item's title are correct--this is a canister stove as is made clear by the picture. This stove is great because you can use a traditional wind-screen with it since the canister is away from the flame. MSR has achived this while keeping the stove very light...and quite stable. This is a great stove and I have no real complaints. I have 3 MSR stoves and they make quality products which they stand behind if anything goes wrong (which has only happened once to me)--Great customer service!

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Wrong, wrong, August 14, 2007
The description of this item is "MSR Windpro Liquid-Fuel Stove", but the stove shown in the photo is clearly not a "Liquid-Fuel" burner of any kind. One can clearly see that it's hooked to an iso-butane canister.

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MSR Windpro Canister Stove

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Our Sources

1. TheBackpacker.com

About a half-dozen backpacking enthusiasts give the MSR WindPro a ringing endorsement, earning it a five (out of five) star rating. Owners say it's simple to use, sets up easily and is comfortable to carry. A few say they wish the cartridges could be refilled.

Review: MSR WindPro Review, Contributors to TheBackpacker.com

2. Outside Magazine

Outside magazine editors say the MSR WindPro, recommended in Outside's 2004 gear guide, is an especially easy-to-use stove that simmers particularly well.

Review: Buyer's Guide 2004 - Canister Stoves, Editors of Outside

3. Trailspace.com

Another enthusiast website heaps praise on the WindPro camping stove, scoring it five of five stars collectively. Owners note the windshield saves fuel, giving its smaller cartridge a run for the money against bigger stoves with larger tanks. It's also very stable, they say.

Review: MSR WindPro, Contributors to Trailspace.com

4. Amazon.com

A few reviews say this is a great stove for hiking and camping. Users like the detached fuel source. We drew additional insight from reviews of similar MSR canister stoves on this site.

Review: MSR Windpro Canister Stove, Contributors to Amazon.com

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