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Hauling in gear to any backcountry campsite can be a chore. Space is usually at a premium. Sea to Summit has the X series, which is a full range of collapsible cookware for campers looking to save space. The X Pot is one of the most popular choices as the cooking pot can be one of the biggest items to carry in a backpack. They come in three sizes – 1.4, 2.8 and 4.0-litre. The 2.8-l size retails for $80. These items feature a hard-anodized aluminum base with silicone walls with a stainless-steel ring for rigidity and a clear locking lid. There is the X-set 31 for $130 which bundles a 2.8-l pot, two 600-ml bowls and two 480-ml mugs. GSI has put forth the Glacier Stainless 1.1-litre boiler for $30. It is fire safe and holds a canister of fuel and stove. There is also the GSI Glacier Stainless Minimalist for $35. It’s a small unit geared towards those who take day trips to provide a quick drink or meal.
“These items are all about saving space,” Ramakko’s sales consultant Derek McDonald said. “It allows more versatility for trips.”