Naturehike Mesh Firepit and Tripod - Why These Two Items Should be Bought Together
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- Опубликовано: 5 сен 2024
- In this video I demonstrate and discuss some of the pros and cons for the Naturehike Mesh Firepit and Tripod
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Firepit
Weight 1lb 13oz / 818g
Length
Diameter
Height 10” / 25.5cm
Width 16” / 40.64cm
Bearing Weight: 5kg / 11lbs
Tripod
Weight 2lb 2oz / 955g
Length 21” / 53.3c (collapsed)
Length 50.25” / 127.6c (extended)
Height 46.5” / 118.1c
Supports 20kg
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Never thought to buy tripod I just wanted to enjoy fire before sleep. Thank you
Most welcome. Thanks for commenting
Your reviews are always thorough and unbiased. About the only application for this fire pit that I can think of is for a day long canoe trip with lunch prepared on the beach. It appears to be well made, just not something that interests me. None the less, it's always a pleasure to spend an afternoon in the woods with you. Thanks for sharing.
Yes, it is limited. I would likely just use it when I just want a fire to watch. Even then, I have a few others to choose from. Thanks for commenting
We have one & have used it numerous times with a tripod... Made chili, soups, stews, etc on our day hikes. We also made fajitas and wrapped the tortillas in foil, placing them under the "fire pit" on the square frame and it warmed them perfectly!
I like the idea of using the underside as a warming spot. Thanks for commenting
Hi Mark, thanks for another entertaining and informative video.
I have one of these fire pits, but have only used it as that, and not to cook on. I will say that for pure ambiance from a wood fire its hard to beat, and creates very little ash and is green grass friendly as mine did not cause any damage to the area under it. Quite a reasonable price point too!.
Looking forward to seeing how you do your grilling over this pit?.
As ever, thanks for your great videos.
Les (UK)
More and more I am seeing it as a good leave no trace type of item. Thanks for commenting
I can see swapping the chain out with a lighter "Jack Chain"... interesting design pit. Thx Mark
I was thinking the same thing. Way too heavy. Thanks for commenting
The Products Performed Well On Your Test, Thanks Mark ! ATB T God Bless
yes it worked great. Thanks for commenting Terry
I have one of those firepit. As a matter of fact I just used it for a quick lunch. It is absolutly amazing.
Right on. Thanks for commenting
I like your initial impressions. Both if these items do go together pretty well but I could see the tripod as a stand-alone (pardon the pun) because it could be used over most heat sources used for cooking.
Right on. I am impressed with the tripod as well. Thanks for commenting
I have the same firepit under a different brand, it's wonderful. BTW you don't take the clips out / mesh off each time, just leave it clipped it it should fold sufficiently for the pouch. This way no clips to fiddle with or lose!! (EDIT: and I only use it as a firepit when camping in places where it is not suitable for a fire on the ground, e.g. mountainsides. I boil my water via a spirit stove. It's less weight and more reliable to use a small alcohol burner than to carry a tripod and only have hot water when the fire is well made).
I had not thought of folding the mesh into the center with the clips still attached. I will give that a try. Thanks my friend
Hello, Mark. I don't own one myself but I have seen them being used plenty of times. Your pro's and con's are spot on, Mark. Lighter than most of foldble fire pits and works resonably well. They sell suspendable skillet and grills and they are ok, too. They sell the replacement mesh as well. So I figure the mesh don't last forever. They are not so expensive. Might as well get a couple of the mesh if you are to buy the fire pit. Your presentation is so good, Mark. Too good at times, it makes me wanna buy stuff that I do not need. Maybe I will get one and leave it at my stealth site. Although I already have a good and well protected stone fire pot. Thank you, Mark, for sharing the experience.
Sorry my friend. I will try and tone down my enthusiasm😅. Thanks for commenting
Great video. Like any fuel/appliance combo, they all have their uses along with pros and cons. I have one and have used it a few times. My first use was for burning branches from a tree I had pruned. I had it set up in my backyard and had it going for probably 2 hours burning hardwood. Like yours, the mesh was discoloured but undamaged by the heat. I have since used it a few times with my Scout Troop for a leave no trace camp fires. I have had it for about one year and it has served its purpose well. The only thing I had to "fix" was a missing foot at the end of one leg. A bit of Gorilla tape made a new "foot" and I have taped the others on so I don't lose any more. It is inexpensive and does the job. It is an elevated camp fire so do your due diligence before using it like any other appliance. I am happy with the purchase so far. Would have to use it more to assess long term the durability but it seems fairly sturdy.
Thank you for sharing your experience.
Mark, thanks for another great demonstration video.
Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for commenting
On WildBeare's channel, she put her titanium pot directly on the mesh, snuggled up against the coals. She also grilled lamb chops on a grill directly on the mesh (apparently) The video was about spending the night in an ultralight hammock. I didn't get a good look but I did see that the fire was down to low coals. Perhaps she had a couple of logs on each side of the mesh and raised the grill up that way? Hard to see.
I do like the fact that the heat radiates out and down and would warm the lower extremities. People mention getting their feet almost under the fire.
Curious about the longevity.
I do have a small grill with legs (it was intended as a rack in a pot for boiling canning jars). The legs are the handles for lifting out the jars. I think that might sit on the mesh--not with anything heavier than a steak on it, of course!
I make my own tripod in the woods using very long poles and hang my (very heavy) African iron pot from a wrought iron S-hook on a piece of washing line that is adjusted with a rolling hitch, though the poles are so tall that I frequently do the adjusting by moving the poles together or apart, or walk the pot further from the flames. The wrought iron S-hook is an antique from the crane in my fireplace at home.
I'm looking forward to viewing your suspended grill!
I need to get my suspended grill out to make a video on. Thanks for the reminder
Petty neat setup, Keith titanium makes a lightweight chain for this I'm sure other companies do as well great review Mark!!😁✌️💚
Right on. I may sub it out for some lighter chain I have for other projects. Thanks for commenting
Hi Mark, i seen these Fire Pits countless times on Amazon & i was thinking about buying 1 BUT.....after your video i'm thinking NOT.
In the warmer months, the heat under the pit coming towards the ground would be a HUGE worry.
I know, we need fire safe surfaces but, it still would concern me greatly !!
Tell your Cousin, she is spot on, a good mug.
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There are many good firepits and you have made some good ones yourself. Thanks for commenting Derek
I use mine since a long time when I'm concerned about the ground. In the heat of the summer. No issue at all.
Also, you could attach those rings to attach the mesh to the legs on the with a small cable and rivets to keep them attached permanently. Shouldn't take up any room and will keep them from being lost.
Yes, I like that idea. Thank you
@@MarkYoungBushcraft You're welcome. :)
Thank you for showing us this gear. It’s useful applications seem limited? Though the rig isn’t as heavy to carry around as, say, a brick fireplace, it is a lot heavier than a simple hole in the ground with a few stones around it.
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Thanks for commenting
Looks like a nice car or canoe camping item for cool weather. I imagine that you might put your feet underneath to dry your footwear. I agree, though. It's not optimal for cooking: too susceptible to wind. I'm pretty much stuck on the idea of using a homemade wood burner made from a 25.4 oz. Coffee can (USA). I'm still experimenting with airflow. It's the smallest container in which I can sustain a good bed of coals.
For hiking, it is a bit bulky, unless you are hiking with others. I've been using the Firebox Nano titanium stove for hiking, but the legs are fiddly, and the burn chamber is only big enough for boiling a pot of water, unless you attend it constantly. A stainless steel plate with a titanium foil windscreen and a pot stand of some sort is an idea that I have for lightweight, compact wood cooking, but titanium foil is expensive! Thanks for the preview! 👍
I agree, its use is somewhat limited to a fire you sit and enjoy. I have so many stoves better suited to cooking with. Thanks for commenting
Mark , good review , thanks for sharing ,God bless !
Very welcome. Thanks for commenting
More likely to carry the tripod than the mesh. But then again, nah, probably not either. Still you do a good demo Mark.
Yes, I understand what you are saying. Would be good if you had a way to transport them and where not permitted or not realistic to have a ground fire or make a natural tripod. Thanks for commenting
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Great video.
Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for commenting
Hello from British Columbia Canada 🇨🇦👋👍❤️ -2C cloudy forecast rain ...feels like snow to me, nice video. Have you done a video on your camera setup?
Not yet! I did mention it when I first bought the newer equipment I am using now. I may do a video on it yet. Thanks for commenting
I always enjoy your reviews....even when I'm not interested in the product you are reviewing... ;-) A little bit off topic, I noticed the boot chains you were wearing, any chance of you reviewing different types and styles? After jamming up my entire right side slipping on ice I bought some of the studded grips...work ok, just wondering if there is a better option? Thank you!
I do have a video review on these Katoola Microspikes. I have tried a few different types/brands and even some DIY boot studs. I like these the most. Thanks for commenting
@@MarkYoungBushcraft I watched both videos, thank you Mark!
I really like this idea, but I worry about the durability of such a thin mesh. I would probably just find a place that will sell small squares or triangles of chainmail then use some thin steel cable (like for hanging pictures) and tie it off to a tripod made from dead branches. Definitely some DIY potential with this idea and maybe some experimenting to do with thicker and/or looser meshes.
You have given me a few ideas to consider. Thanks for commenting
Hi Mark could you use a welding blanket clipped to the legs of the tripod? Thanks mark
Do you mean on top or underneath? Thanks for commenting
@@MarkYoungBushcraft sorry I ment as a wind brake my wife was rushing me had to go out sorry thanks mark
@@daveedwards6567 Sure, I can see that. I am considering a couple of ideas for a windbreak. Thanks
I’ve watched several Japanese RUclipsrs using similar setups, they have some interesting ways of using it. Definitely try using a grill, I would like to see that. 👉🏻🇺🇸🇨🇦👈🏻✌️
I have tried setting up a grill directly on the mesh but I felt it was too unstable. I do have a way of hanging one over the fire that I will show soon. Thanks for commenting
Interesting concept, just not sure about durability of the mesh screen. I'd be interested to see how it holds up over time.
I will be sure to report back on it. Thanks for commenting
Easily lasts 30 burns lasting hours each. And spare meshes can be bought for cheap.
Morning Mark! The poles look pretty decent, but the fire pit? The idea of them is really good, but Imo I think it’s a good idea to keep a fire off the ground, both for safety and to not scar the ground, but if sparks start flying around all over the place, it’s just dangerous. You’re basically, unless you build some type of shelter, holding a fire up in the air to blow sparks. I’d like to see something more bowl or cauldron like……oh, and I also have serious questions as to wether or not that spruce tree did actually "volunteer" for this video. 🙂
Hey, this may be too big an ask, but I had asked you about burn time capacities of an alcohol stove a while back. Most tests always use one ounce as a test for speed/efficiency, but the trouble I have with many alcohol stoves is even full, they don’t burn for very long. Do you think it would be possible to design a test with some of your favourites to fill completely, time how long it takes to boil, but then continue timing to see how long a full reservoir would last? I really have never come across a video like that. I mean I don’t care how efficient and fast a stove is if it can’t run for more than the time it takes to boil a cup of water.
Hi Jim. This is my second attempt at answering your question. For some reason YT would not post my first response. This answer will be shorter. Yes, I will give thought to how I could best do the testing you are interested in. I do not have as many alcohol stoves as I used to but will see what I can come up with. This may take a bit of time as these will be longer burns than I usually do. Thanks for commenting
@@MarkYoungBushcraft thanks Mark. And I’ve had the same issues leaving comments for you. If you see duplicates, that’s probably why
I didn't know that apparently there are some campsites around the world that require a fire pit like this one or at least a raised box with ground protection.
Yes, I have heard that also. That would part of the interest in these type of firepits. They have both pros and cons. Thanks for commenting
You should have kicked both the fire pit and tripod a couple of times to simulate accidental bumping/tripping to see how stable they are.
Thanks for the suggestion.
Love your shirt! Where did you get it?
Canadian Army wool shirt. They can be found on surplus sites. Thanks for commenting
I wonder if this would be any good with charcoal
I will be sure to give that a try. Thanks for commenting
What is the model of the plasma lighter?
The Survive Outdoors Longer plasma lighter. I introduced it a few videos ago talking about my Christmas gifts. I will do a review on it soon. Thanks for commenting
Hello. Please tell me this mesh burner is sustainable? Doesn't break quickly?
It is made from heat resistant stainless steel. I have had 10 hot fire in it without damage. It is best to keep it from rusting for a longer life. I cannot say how much longer it will last. Thanks for commenting
@@MarkYoungBushcraft OK. Thank you so much.
three pieces of wood or four and a steel wire and is done!!
Thanks for commenting
Not sure if you can call it a pit ?
True. Not really a pit but not really a stove. More of an elevated open fire. Thanks for commenting
a lot of heavy equipment set up to boil a cup of water up 😂😂
Yes, but I really needed my coffee...and it was cold😂