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Jack+Jon

18/9/2013 at 1:03pm
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Quote: Originally posted by Jukie999 on 18/9/2013
how do disposable gas cannisters not overheat when they are situated so close to the flame?

Because heat rises. Put your hand underneath burner on such a stove & you won't feel much heat.

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Jukie999

18/9/2013 at 1:04pm
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Pepe63

Of course not I don't intend to go in the CAR..... just need the rest of the family to be safe travelling while I teleport there

I read about it in the Daily Mail so it has to be true

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Jukie999

18/9/2013 at 1:16pm
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NickH.... if you see one driving around the area when you are next at South Lytchett Manor, you'll know I've taken your advice

Oh hang on.... I might get mistaken for the ones from Bovington.... maybe some bunting would help

NickH

18/9/2013 at 1:25pm
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Jukie999

18/9/2013 at 3:59pm
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tradaz

18/9/2013 at 4:09pm
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I think the stink of gas from a canister/cylinder is really strong ,a horrid un-mistaking smell, so usually a give away of a leak

bridgeywidge

18/9/2013 at 11:32pm
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Ooooh, but what about the stove... has that been checked...

Seriously, I think you've posted a concern that many people harbour but won't necessarily admit too.

I've learned quite a bit reading the replies so thank you

and here's to years of safe camping with whatever fuels your passion.

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Smiledmb

22/9/2013 at 1:38am
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We've had the no charcoal bbq rule before. We have a Cobb, and now a cadac so use them both depending on what's for dinner. Plenty of space in the caravan now. However, when we were tenters not so much space and we cooked on just the cobb. On the site where we had the rule of no bbq, i was a little naughty. I set my camping table up outside, and set the cobb up on it. Because it was on the plastic? table and flames weren't showing etc no one batted an eyelid. Used it for 2 weeks. I had many admiring glances and people asking what the gorgeous smell was when I did a ham joint on in one day mind.
Live camping cooking :)

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jelboy53

23/9/2013 at 10:51am
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I think residual memories/fears from childhood can sometimes be a good thing if it stops you rushing in where angels fear to tread...

You had some concerns/fears over using gas as a means of cooking...Expressed those concerns on here and asked a few questions regarding its use....And received some good advice from folk who have used gas for years with no issues..as well as answers from folk who do not use gas for personal reasons....

I would say all the bases have been covered...So no need to feel silly or daft asking the questions you did...As you go away better informed than you were previously...

I think we(UKCS members) all know...Now that you are armed with the facts and details of its use will be a safe user of gas in future....

All I can add is that last thing at night...Or after the last cuppa is brewed...I disconnect the cylinder form the cooker.....Only takes a moment to connect again in the morning.....

Jelboy.

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Jukie999

23/9/2013 at 11:55am
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Cheers Jelboy.... I think you have summed things up nicely. I certainly feel much more informed and therefore less 'scared' .

I am now looking forward to buying a nice little gas cooker, LP with a refillable bottle

Smiledmb.... The Cadac Safari Chef looks to be a pretty close substitute for the Cobb... is this the one you have ?

And thanks again to everyone for your help and advice

moz1013

23/9/2013 at 8:31pm
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How about using a Trangia meths stove?

These are used by Girl Guides, Scouts and Duke Of Edinburgh Awards teenagers all the time. I still have my trusty Trangia from my week-long DofE expedition on Dartmoor almost 20 years ago. Its a great piece of kit.

And, if a 13-year old can be trusted to use one, even in these Health & Safety gone mad times, then they must be fairly safe!

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