Coleman camp stoves?

**chowder** · 07-12-2011, 07:41 PM

I am looking to set up a little cooking area next to my deck outside.With the way temps have been lately,it is too hot to cook inside,so might as well get everything in place for outdoor cooking.I have a large BBQ, and a long table,but I need a double burner so was thinking camp stove.I know nothing about these,but one question is, can these be hooked up to a BBQ tank? Also,how good are these at boiling large pots of water,as in for a corn pot?
Can anyone recommend one,a double burner is a must,that you find is really good?
As I say,I know nothing about these so all info will be greatly appreciated.Thanks

**monkeywrangler71** · 07-12-2011, 08:04 PM

Coleman makes stoves that burn propane and also ones that burn liquid fuel. The propane stoves are designed to be used with the little green propane tanks. However, I saw an adapter (pictured here) at Walmart and Canadian Tire that allows you to hook it up to a standard size propane cylinder.

They make several models, but you likely won't find a store carrying more than one or two different ones. Ours is the basic model from about 12 years ago (propane, 2 burners, green) Have always been pleased with its performance.

**Debbie-cat** · 07-12-2011, 08:20 PM

I have the same as monkeywrangler and love it. It's perfect for cooking outside or while camping!

**Spirit Deer** · 07-12-2011, 08:48 PM

Most Coleman stoves aren't big enough for two large pots. Of course I suppose it depends on what your definition of 'large' is.

Also, Coleman's low pressure stoves generally don't put out many BTU's compared to something like Camp Chef's two burner high-pressure stoves.
Outdoorsman High Pressure 2 Burner Stove - Camp Chef - The Way to Cook Outdoors
While a Coleman stove will eventually boil a large pot of water, it's going to take much, much longer. If you're much above sea level, it'll be even worse.

Your local propane company can advise you about using larger tanks with stoves meant to use the small canisters. There are certain considerations like how long the hose needs to be, whether it's a high- or low-pressure stove, what fittings are needed, etc. For the sake of safety, be sure to get professional advice.

**lishoprah** · 07-12-2011, 09:31 PM

I have a 2 burner Coleman stove and love it for things like stir frying vegetables or just anything you would cook in a skillet (my home cook top is electric and the camp stove does cook things like that faster). If you want it mostly for boiling big pots of water you're not going to like it. We took ours camping last month and twice boiled enough water for our 4 kids to have oatmeal (so like two cups of water), and also once for a few cups of hot chocolate and it took forever! I can't even imagine trying to boil water in a big stockpot to cook corn.

**thefrug** · 07-13-2011, 09:03 AM

Wait. I'm not sure I know what you want here. Do you want something like this:

Or are you talking about something like this:

The first one, is one we take camping with us.
The second ones are what I'm using in my outside kitchen for canning.They'll boil some water for ya hun! LOL

**frugal is fun** · 07-13-2011, 11:54 AM

I have the Coleman fold n go 2 burner camp stove. There is space between the two burners so it can hold large pots, not huge pots.

This is a great little stove for camping, picnicking and even tailgating.

Its one of the best pieces of camping equipment I ever bought.

**wanderlusting** · 07-13-2011, 02:28 PM

I suggest you get the Coleman stove that uses liquid fuel. This stove burns hotter and more evenly. And you can use lots of different types of fuel for it

The propane one that uses the little canisters takes sooo long to boil water. And you also have to keep the little canisters in stock.

**thefrug** · 07-13-2011, 03:34 PM

well, if it's gonna stay in one place you can use a 25# bottle of propane. I'm sure there are adapter kits out there.

**alotofgooddeals** · 07-13-2011, 06:43 PM

I want to put out an old toaster oven, an old bread machine and a gas camping stove....but waiting for my deck to be built first...nothing fancy just something big enough to put these contraptions and and be able to eat hot food without heating up the house...

**mh3rdwheel** · 07-13-2011, 07:12 PM

My Coleman cookstove I love I have had it for 8 years, also I have a coleman coffee pot that is exactly like the plug in kind. You can cook a lot on it. I would not use it for a large corn thing. (sorry I am tired just worked 63.5 hours in 5 days) 4 days to go.

**Watt-if** · 07-14-2011, 01:40 PM

I think you are talking about immersing corn in a big pot of boiling water. You need to try a more-efficient way to cook corn. I break the cobs in half and then put them in a covered fryingpan that has 1/2" of water on the bottom. This amount of water boils quickly, the cobs cook in the steam, and it doesn't use much fuel to do even 6 cobs.

Watt-if

**low-1** · 07-14-2011, 02:52 PM

I agree about the liquid fuel (naptha) stoves, way better in my opinion. A little more work to set up, but better heat. And in my case (not likely too many people on here share the same problem though), they are VASTLY superior in the winter when the temperature gets too low for propane to go to vapor.

Turkey fryers work good for boiling water it that's what you're looking at doing. If corn is your main concern, have you ever tried BBQ corn on the cob? WAY better than boiled if you ask me. Just leave the husks on and soak them in water for 1/2 hour or so, then throw them directly on the grill (or beside the fire pit). When the first couple of layers of husk get dried and brown, they are ready to go, 10-15 minutes or so.

**Spirit Deer** · 07-14-2011, 03:46 PM

I suspect you're right about most people not having the problem of propane not vaporizing. We camp in cool temps, but not at -45F!

**chowder** · 07-14-2011, 03:54 PM

Thanks so much everyone.I just thought I would get one that would accomodate all cooking outside from cooking dinner to my tomato canning to corn,then everything I want to do would be covered.
I have researched options and thought I would get the Camp Chef Explorer Stove.I was dissapointed to find that these are not available in Canada,as they are not CSA approved.
I just may have to get something smaller to use for cooking meals outdoors and maybe set up a fire pit with wood and charcoal for the bigger pots.
I will keep researching though,cause I want something set up outside.
Again,thanks for all your help with this.Oh and turkey fryers,never thought of that!