Japanese Quality and Design - SOTO Navigator Cook Set Review - Impressive but not Perfect
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День томуLuke is back with an Agenda Free Review of the SOTO Navigator Cook Set which is a Japanese kit which is very unique.
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SOTO Navigator Japanese Cookset Review
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Price : $70
Cookset Components - Weight and Capacity :
Entire Kit : 16.7oz
Aluminum Large pot w/ lid : 6.8oz - 1800ml
Aluminum Smaller pot w/ lid : 5.2oz
Smaller pot cozy and lid : 1.7oz - 1300ml - company claims to keep your food 6 times longer
Microfiber Stow bag
Pot Grabber : 1.2oz
Nylon Stow Bag
Resin lids can be used as a cutting board or as a canister stabilizer
Aluminum Pot grabber handle/tongs
Dimensions : 7.5 x 3.6
Review Pros :
Top notch quality Cookset
Excellent design
Versatile - can carry entire kit or scale down if needed
Pot sizes are excellent and allow for single person use or group
Stuff bags for each pot
Cozy works very well
Lightweight
Durable
Handle/tongs work extremely well
Nonslip on pots?
Strainer lids
Lids have hole for grabber
Big enough to hold fuel canister and stove in small pot
Good value when compared to other name brand offerings
Review Cons :
Lacking a pan
Going back to price, I spoke of this as a pro when compared to name brands, the flip side to that is that if you look at nonname brands, Chinese products specifically this Cookset is expensive as you can locate more for less.
Summary :
While there are many excellent Cookset out on the market, this is another that easily receives my approval. It’s a smartly designed Japanese set that’s lightweight, functional, versatile and also adaptable.
Soto is a company that makes some really awesome products, many I have reviewed and there are others that I am currently testing out including a butane lantern and the Windmaster stove. Both products are excellent so far!
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@b5maddog 2 роки тому
I really like this set. I have no problem spending the extra money on a Japanese product over any cheap Chinese product any day.
@jeffreywhitaker5154 2 роки тому
Yesss!!!!👍🏾
@dustyc324 2 роки тому
I work on Japanese cars for a living. It has made me a fan of anything Japanese made. It's always quality and well thought out.
@Phlegm_Thrower 2 роки тому
@Mr Brian no such thing as Australian cheap product. We have no manufacturing industry here. 😆
@chocol8tsundae 2 роки тому
Don't buy Chinese, support the Uyghurs.
@chocol8tsundae 2 роки тому
@@Phlegm_Thrower all we have here are copious amounts of coffee shops, gay barbers and nail salons. All useless products.
@timfoster6892 2 роки тому
You forgot to mention the handle turned around, has serrated edges to use as tongues for cooking! These also fit into the slot on the lids for burn free removal!
@jacktough 2 роки тому
👅👅👅 = 🍳
@glenlarsen8496 2 роки тому
I think you mean "tongs"......although tongues would be fun
@jeremyrohn7308 2 роки тому
Exactly this. I was thinking about it the whole video and he never mentioned.
@kylewilkinson6975 2 роки тому
I beg to correct you on your tongs comment. When he introduced the pot pliers with spring then Ernie showed the tongs and he picked up utensil cover with tongs.
@colejustesen Рік тому
I was wondering if the tongs/pot handle was the appropriate width to do this exact thing. Thanks for clarifying!👍
@irvinelover 2 роки тому
FYI, the pull tab is on the side and not the middle of the lid so that you can use the lid as a cutting board.
@1515renegade 2 роки тому
makes total sense in that regard
@Eidolon1andOnly 2 роки тому
The rear of the pot grabber can also be used as tongs ad removing the lid.
@duncdunc76 2 роки тому
@@Eidolon1andOnly Ooh great info, that makes the kit even better. I could see how you can lift the lid with your finger and thumb as another commenter explained but I can see how the tong side of the pot grabber would also work great👍
@davidhawkins847 2 роки тому
That's something I hadn't considered. I was wondering if the pull tab is actually supposed to be used like a handle out the side? That would probably be dependent on how tight the lid fits. Seems awkward from most camp pots but does look more like you could use it to lift the lid straight off by letting it use the weight of the lid like a cantilever.
@TestyCool 2 роки тому
@@Eidolon1andOnly I always just used the front of the pot grabber. You can lift the pot off the stove and then just grab pull lid off by the tab. Never burned me.
@himebokkuri 2 роки тому
The "pull" tabs can also be used as levers :-) That lifts the whole lid off nicely and there's no issue with the steam! Also, on the in-side of the lids doubles as a stand for gas cartridges (2 sizes)
@James.Walston 2 роки тому
What do you mean by using them as levers? Like pull it at 90 degrees to tilt the lid off?
@himebokkuri 2 роки тому
no ... flip the tab so it lies flat off the side of the lid and leverage the lid from there.
@tombworld9012 2 роки тому
@@James.Walston They're not 'pull tabs,' they're 'push levers.' Push down on them to lift the opposite side and the steam escapes away from your hand.
@jhill4874 2 роки тому
@@himebokkuri Exactly what I was going to say. The only problem with this is that the tabs are a bits short to do it comfortably.
@himebokkuri 2 роки тому
@@jhill4874 Yeah, it's a bit fiddly but it does still work fine for me.
@johnjensen8470 2 роки тому
Two thoughts; use the back of the pot grabber as tongs (works great, I have this kit) to pick up or flip meat cooking in the pot. And also if you grab the lid pull while it’s flipped out, use it like a cantilever for the lid. Index finger across the bottom of the pull ring, thumb on top, lift lid straight up. Works for me every time
@duncdunc76 2 роки тому
@ John Jensen. I love Lukes vids but I was thinking exactly what you explained that the pot lid tabs are designed on the edge like that for the exact reason not to burn yourself with steam because no part of your arm is over the pot at all if you use the lid tabs the way they were designed as youve explained. I actually think the lid design although not like the usual center tab or pull or knob is actually a safer design.
@johnjensen8470 2 роки тому
@@duncdunc76 Agreed, I think it’s just that Luke has become so used to the standard center pull ring. The Japanese are famous for thinking outside the box design wise.
@keithsyers5833 2 роки тому
Plus the lid ring tucks on top of the lid so doesn't get hot from the flames then you can remove the pot from the heat and lift the lid
@johnjensen8470 2 роки тому
@@keithsyers5833 Exactly right
@ThePhoenix137GC 2 роки тому
Appreciating the metric conversions for the rest of the world, thanks Luke.
@johnschmalbach8243 2 роки тому
I think Soto has some of, if not THE, best thought out cook sets. Their Helix pour over coffee kit is also pretty genius.
@lightwalker4558 2 роки тому
WOW! That looks like a really nice winter cook set for two that will keep you food warm for a while in sub-zero weather. I don't winter camp often, but might if I buy this. Thanks for the excellent review!
@joetexas1546 2 роки тому
The rear of the pot grabber can be used as tongs!?
@davidreed628 2 роки тому
Good catch !
@lessharratt8719 2 роки тому
That's what I was thinking.
@markking1960 2 роки тому
That’s what I was thinking too, but wasn’t sure how tight the lid fit. I still see this unit as a win!
@Robert-cd2ht 2 роки тому
Yes but the tab would still be better in the center.
@adamb7426 2 роки тому
Thank you!! That explains the spring
@leonardspetstop 2 роки тому
Oh wow an already made cozy!! That's so neat. I know a lot of people make their own. I am a newbie and thought that was the only way really. This is awesome. Thanks for sharing
@zook4886 2 роки тому
The trangia 27 storm cooker leaves that for dead. No manufacturing company has ever come close to beating the trangia.
@IQzminus2 2 роки тому
I don’t know if the price is the same when it’s exported. But 70 dollars is close to what a complete trangia set goes for in the Nordic’s. And then you get a frying pan/lid in metal, a burner, tongs, two pots, a pretty effective and sturdy base (great for winds, and getting the heat to warm up from all sides of the pan). And it’s basically the same system, the product in the video clearly had trangia as it’s main inspiration. I really like the idea of the isolating cozy though. The combo of the small pot with the cozy is perfect for a one person setup. Can go right of the stove and eaten straight out of it, and it will keep warm. Could see myself using that a fair bit. But not for a bigger pan than the one they designed it for in the video. But I’m guessing the cozy has a limited life span. A couple of years max. Not decades. Everything in a trangia kit do last for 60+ plus years. Here in the Nordic’s you see people use sets from the 50s, 60s and 70s as often as you see ones that are younger than 20 years. There are pros and cons with trangia. But if you want this style of collapsable cooking set, that fit incredibly neatly inside itself. I think trangia is way better value. It’s basically the same price, and it will last you so much longer.
@matshjalmarsson3008 2 роки тому
I have no idea what model mine is. Not even sure if they had different models back then (more than the small and the large, mine is the large). It was bought by my father in the 50ies, but I've retrofitted it with a gas burner and ss inside/aluminum outside pots in the early 90ies. Including the burner it clocks in at 1345 grams. With the original configuration it still works, but the pans are not in good shape. Aluminum insides (or non stick) isn't really a good idea in the long run.
@farqitol 2 роки тому
Japanese trangia, without the alcohol stove, teapot and windshield. I have some Soto stuff, but I'll stick with my tried and proven Swedish kit.
@happyknife8785 2 роки тому
Yeah same. Trangia are tried and true.
@9volt965 2 роки тому
I have this cook set and haven’t had any issues from it. I got it for a 6 night trip in the boundary waters really enjoy the scale ability of the kit. Awesome review.
@kylewilkinson6975 2 роки тому
Hey Doc you are absolutely correct about heat in deep South. I'm from Central Alabama and fully agree. The Soto kit looks like a winner
@gutspraygore 2 роки тому
Well done video as always. Thanks for making them!
@ApexWalrus 2 роки тому
Never been camping in my life yet I cannot stop watching your videos, wouldn't even know where to start with gear. Absolutely wonderful channel to watch though, keep up the great work!
@marvelousmaker 2 роки тому
back in the day everything was Coleman.
@uralbob1 2 роки тому
Oh man, get out there! Wish I could take you out there! It's easy and fun. Start at a State Park. You'll have a nice bath and shower, a nice bbq to cook on, and electricity w/ water! Just bring some charcoal for the grill. You don't need to spend a lot of money. Get yourself a good, reasonably price tent (there are lots of reasonally priced/decent tents out there). Take your Revere ware! You don't have to buy camping pots and pans. Just camp a year or two with what you have, then you'll know what you want or need to buy! Wish I could take you and your family out!
@jimf1964 2 роки тому
Clearly, from looking at the teeth on the pot grabber handle, the spring is because the pot grabber doubles as tongs. Which is pretty cool. And the tab on the lid is to the side so you can use it as a cutting board. Looks nice, but I have a set for solo, and for a couple people already.
@kevinn3051 2 роки тому
That's exactly what I was going to say.
@jamesbparkin740 2 роки тому
Yes it states that in the instructions. My daughters asked for them for their 21st and 18th birthdays. The microfibre bag for the pot grabber is intended to also be a cloth. I also wonder if you can twist to get the lid off rather than open as shown - they wouldn't work as well as chopping boards with the handle in the middle. They're also supposed to be stands for gas canisters to stop them tilting over so much.
@mordecaisackett9421 2 роки тому
I agree with everything you said about this kit. I just wanted to add that the 'pot grabber' handle can also be used the other way around as a small pair of tongs - they are shaped for the purpose.
@thevideostump46239 2 роки тому
Hey Luke.. this reminds me a lil of my old "96" Dana Designed/MSR cook set, that i use in the kitchen still.. Interesting. Thanks for the info video! God Bless...
@chairmanhsu4997 2 роки тому
I have both Soto Navigator and Windmaster and very happy with both. Highly recommended!
@JayMS916 2 роки тому
Judging by the teeth on the pot grabber, and the fact that it has a spring, I'm guessing it can be used as tongs.
@OoavastoO 2 роки тому
Was just going to say this.
@MrTmax74 2 роки тому
That’s a pretty cool set, thank you for the review.
@firemarshaldil 2 роки тому
Finally! Can't wait to see the full review (I say at the beginning of the video)
@jerseystotler3615 2 роки тому
Can't believe this is the first time seeing your channel !!!! Subscribed !!
@utopia.exploring 2 роки тому
I have the WindMaster stove and its awesome! I also have their pour-over coffee maker and it, too, is awesome! I really kind of want their lantern you were talking about. Soto as a company, I really like. I'll def be buying more products from them. I'm very curious about this system, thanks for the review. Might be next on the list!
@loonytik25 2 роки тому
Been waiting on this. I've had one for a while myself. You can lift the lid straight off if you let the lifter fall to the outside of the pot. Also, the raised bumps on the inside of the lid are for your gas canister in case the ground is uneven. It gives the stove a more stable platform.
@jamesbparkin740 2 роки тому
Yes, in a similar way to how you're supposed to use the British Army rectangular mess tins, when you pour towards you and the handle doesn't flop.
@HOGISIMJAYUN 2 роки тому
Im not a camper or a hiker. I don't even go outside often but I keep watching these kind of videos x😂
@earlshaner4441 2 роки тому
Hi from Syracuse NY brother and thank you for sharing your thoughts and adventures brother and family
@butchbinion1560 2 роки тому
Very informative thanks. Love my Soto stove. ✌️👊
@alorr4uz Рік тому
I have the soto thermostack combo and love it. For the two lid pulls on the navigator, I'd just stick some aluminum tape in the center of the lid as a pull. I do that on all my homemade reflectix koozies.
@tnth9099 Рік тому
Have a soto windmaster and after seeing one of your reviews bought a soto st 310. Both are excellent!
@rickracine9758 2 роки тому
Ya your right and im glad you acknowledge that sometimes you can get a better deal with no name thats a fact really yes i no some times you get junk as well but its always important to do research on what your buying and get feed back from the actual buyer on what your purchasing
@nemuishen 2 роки тому
I have this stove (SOD-310 Wind Master), just one word: perfact.
@mtadams2009 2 роки тому
I viewed your video on the Soto stove last night and I ordered it last night. It was waiting for me when I came home from work today. It seems like a very well made stove. I have been using the super light, super cheap BRS. This is much nicer but not as light. The Soto is a very nice stove but the BRS is just crazy light. I must add the Soto is a much smoother flame and the pot supports are very stable.
@davidborjesson3289 2 роки тому
I have a soto windmaster and it's great up in cold Sweden. Being a Swede I really like Trangia and I did not really see the benefit of that kit over a stormkök 25 (but it might be expensive in the US). However what I am using with my windmaster is Campingset 124-T. It is awesome, you can use it over fire and with gas, it is light and has all the basic things you need.
@bobjoncas2814 2 роки тому
..looks good, nice review...stay safe...
@djschultz1502 2 роки тому
Although I'm not a fan of cooking with aluminum , this looks to be a good quality set. Thanks for your review Luke, much appreciated.
@alcopower5710 2 роки тому
I prefer stainless steel myself.
@guitarhiker4449 2 роки тому
Soto makes quality cook ware! Love the cozy brilliant! I thought about buying the windmaster and thermostack set. I have always used the pocket rocket 1 and 2 mini stoves and kit. I also like the pocket rocket deluxe! Still with either stove i would buy the thermostack set it too comes with a cozy. This navigator set is very nice though. Wish i had the room for something like this. Navigator has the best pot grabber i have seen. Very nice! Good stuff Luke as always! Hike on!!
@outdoorsurvival7730 2 роки тому
I use the soto cupset and that’s great with the same cosy bag I might have to pick one of these up
@ViewIndepth 2 роки тому
Great review
@tommym6248 2 роки тому
As some people have pointed out, you can use the pot grabber to pick up the lid. Also, if you flip the tab to the outside, grab it with your thumb while make a fist and then tilt the lid so that the opposite side lifts up first, you won't burn yourself.
@Mountain-K2 Рік тому
Soto cook sets and stoves are the best on the market. I use the smaller 1.3 L pot from this set in the video with the cosy and heat disc and put inside the pot insulated two cup pots from the Thermostack set and the winemaster stove to make the ultimate backpacking cook set. because, then you have 3-pots and insulated mug all in one set.... Awesome quality cook sets by Soto.... 👍👍👍 There is also fry pan that fits over the lager pot purchased separately.
@richardcanfield2741 2 роки тому
That’s a really nice set
@ItIsGonnaGetWayWorse 2 роки тому
For the lid tabs, try holding it with the ends of your index and thumb while pushing the lid with your other fingers. Like an "ok" hand gesture where the pivot rotation is at your wrist, similar to pull tabs on canned food. Lift while rotating and pulling away from the pot. That, or try to use the claw on the lid at the handle hole.
@michaelmoore2802 2 роки тому
That's a really nice set Luke. I'm always ok with spending the money for quality equipment. BTW I agree about the lid pull, center would be much better...take care..
@suezaple4950 2 роки тому
looks and sounds awesome agree with the pull tab , it should be in the center .
@jasonyasumoto2163 2 роки тому
I Like the review. I wonder if you use the pot grabber on the lid tab, will that help?
@davidlorusso711 2 роки тому
Luke, I think you might’ve missed two pretty cool features. On the bottom of the covers you could use them as a gas stabilizer for your canister and the pot grabber could also be used as tongs. That part is pretty cool.
@MichaelRobinson-od6mr 2 роки тому
Thank you for testing out your gear thoroughly before giving a review. The sprung grabber has teeth in the handle. It looks like it is intended to work as tongs also. This would be a great feature that I have not seen elsewhere. I have often thought about buying a lantern but know that it would be the first thing left behind due to weight. Have you ever tried putting a mantle on a stove? Would that work?
@xChriz503 Рік тому
perfect for 1-2, which is what im looking for. This set plus my cast iron and stainless steel pan will do me solid
@hypo345 2 роки тому
Really like my SOTO gear, in fact I think it was one of the Outdoor gear reviews of the cassette stove that got me into SOTO but I never did buy the cassette stove, have many others though. Should be noted the lid when upside down can be used as a gas canister base/stove steady it has raised tabs in two concentric rings, they're designed to keep the gas canister from moving around.
@colejustesen Рік тому
His video on the SOTO cassette burner picqued my interest... I was going to order that one, but decided on the ST-310. I don't think I will need high enough to worry about using butane only, but I might later down the road need to get a stove designed for isobutane/propane mixture for higher altitudes. May I ask which stoves you went with?
@hypo345 Рік тому
@@colejustesen My post was a year ago and since then I did in fact purchase the cassette stove, the design is unique and I couldn’t resist it, it’s not the fastest stove by any means but it’s stylish and I enjoy using it although not that often. I’m a SOTOHolic 😀 I’m afraid and have over time built up quite a collection. For car camping I use two ST 301, lovely large burner head great for proper cooking as long as it’s not too cold. Love the ST 310 especially when combined with one of the N-project mini tables. The stoves I use all the time currently are the Stormbreaker mainly with gas(it uses the gas inverted so in liquid form,good for cold weather) but can be used with white gas. The other stove I use regularly is the Amicus, fits inside the small HE pot from Widesea with a small gas canister, I use this set up for work when outside and there isn’t any proper welfare provided. The good thing about the Butane gas is it’s quite a bit cheaper here in the UK than say Coleman gas.
@colejustesen Рік тому
@@hypo345 I am coming to find that there are more stoves from SOTO available that they don't list on their site. The ST-301 does look great for car camping! I was trying to get a grip on the different fuel sources and where they would be most appropriate. I might need something for single digits, and the Stormbreaker might be that option... When you say gas, are you referring to the stumpy canisters of isobutane/propane mixtures? Thanks!
@colejustesen Рік тому
@@hypo345 I purchased a StormBreaker after you mentioned it. I went and looked at videos and it looks amazing! So I will have two stoves now 😁 Thanks again for telling me what you use!
@hypo345 Рік тому
@@colejustesen Good choice, will work in any situation. One of posts seems to have disappeared, I did answer your question on gas, well I thought I had.
@rob379lqz 2 роки тому
That’s cute. I have a Camping T-fal set that is almost identical. I bought it 23 years ago.
@ashleyrankin2456 2 роки тому
I'd love to set you a challenge to put together a cheap but effective and efficient outdoors set up but only using stuff you find in goodwill/charity shops, just to show that you don't need to buy all the best/most expensive stuff and that you can get it done with general everyday throw away gear from the lowest of budget options.
@sweetrthnhuny28 2 роки тому
I think Luke specializes in expensive! But great idea.
@Yorkshiremadmick 2 роки тому
The lid handle is off centred so the lid can be used as a chopping board (pro) the pot grabber could be used to steady the pot whilst removing the lid. Or use pot grabber to remove the lid
@marklehmann2531 2 роки тому
I think from watching the video, the pull tabs are not for lifting but appear to be a handle. If you fold them out and hold them as a handle the weight of the lid will make it act as a handle and you would be able to lift it straight up. Just an idea. The kit looks great. You make some great videos. Keep up the great work.
@jeffstull2534 2 роки тому
Looks like a really nice set. I would have bought that when I was backpacking long ago. The MSR Pocket Rocket was the champ then.
@bobamos3628 2 роки тому
When you test the two stoves be sure to check the fuel usage. I have heard that the windmaster uses almost twice the fuel. As to the lid pulls, if it were in the center the lid would no longer doube as a cutting board. But i, personlly, would never use it that way. So, I agree that the pull needs to be in the center.. Good video.
@michaelzimmerman8959 2 роки тому
I'm thinking about the lids with the handles on the end, if you lift up just a little and slide it back, you may not get burnt.
@InimitaPaul 2 роки тому
Next time I’m out there cooking for 10 I’ll give this a shot! 🤣
@outandaboutwithdon656 2 роки тому
I mostly go out by myself and a standard mess kit is all I ever use , that's all I need.
@raedwulf61 2 роки тому
My old Boy Scout cook set had a frying pan, a pot with lid, a plate and a cup. Served well, never needed more.
@Jaden48108 2 роки тому
Good review. I'm in the market for a good cook set. Will put the SOTO on my list. BTW . . . utilizing the hook on a Swiss Army Knife would probably take care of the issue.
@chillindave1357 2 роки тому
Thx Luke
@Spamman4587 2 роки тому
One thing of note that you haven't mentioned yet, (I'm around 6 minutes into the video) is that the Pot grabber has serrations on the back end, combined with the internal spring makes them a useful set of cooking tongs as well as a pot grabber.
@Edward2092009 2 роки тому
Great Job
@andysmith8761 2 роки тому
Good review
@himebokkuri 2 роки тому
Hi Luke, Great review! I wish you'd done it last year! Anyway, I have this cook set as well which I use in combination with the Soto Stormbreaker stove. I'm quite happy with it, but it seems Soto began producing some of their gear in China to cope with the exploding international demand, and as a result, the cosy must have some kind of nasty chemical in it that stains the larger pot (I see you have the stain as well)...
@asakim6717 2 роки тому
Just came across this, thanks for the review. When able, can you also do one for the SOTO Thermostat Combo as well? Thanks!
@stefcat5331 2 роки тому
Nice set. Can the pot grabber be used as tongs for cooking too?
@jamesellsworth9673 2 роки тому
The heat cosy is a great addition to the set...especially in the colder seasons.
@dustyc324 2 роки тому
I found out early this spring how much heat you can lose in cold weather. Had a few meals not fully rehydrated.
@andreasweber5638 2 роки тому
I do love my Windmaster stove and my small 1L New River Pot with it’s see-through lid. I just wish it was made off titanium, as I’m moving away from using aluminum pots. Bought myself a great Ti pot made by Evernew Mountain Titanium Cookware. It’s the 1L Pasta Pot, as it has drain holes in the Ti lid. Love it even more than my Soto
@alanbierhoff6831 2 роки тому
I purchased the “SOTO WindMaster w/Micro Regulator and 4Flex” 2 years ago. It’s a fantastic stove and, I just checked, the price is the same as it was 6/4/2019. I’d like to try the pot set but I’m going to hold off and see if the redesign the lid lifter thingy.
@5KAmenshawn 2 роки тому
Looking at the placement of the pot grabber notch and position of the lid tab for lifting the lid away, I believe they're meant to be used at the same time, allowing you to hold the pot with one hand via the grabber while pulling the lid lsightly up and directly away from the grabber. This action would prevent the lid from dipping into the contents of the pot while allowing the steam to primarily vent via the opposite side where the grabber is. May be a touch on the inconvenient side, but far better than scalded fingers.
@dinkjunior13 2 роки тому
If you position yourself at the 6 o’clock of the pot with the pull tab at the 12 o’clock and pull back towards yourself would that alleviate the steam issue?
@samuelsiedschlag4486 2 роки тому
Sounds like a solid kit. Quality over anything isn't a bad think...
@scottberger2753 2 роки тому
Try using the pot grabber in reverse for the lids. That's why they look like tongs to grab the lid. The spring helps for this feature too.
@trakyboy5128 2 роки тому
The metal in Soto's gear is very good quality. Even a ZRF Analysis will confirm that u r getting something good for ur money !!!!! I have SEVERAL Soto Items & I am not disappointed 😀👍🏽
@ForeIndication 2 роки тому
The minor cons do not seem to outweigh the overall usefulness of the kit as a whole, I have been watching several of your Soto reviews looks like a great overall line.
@annetorswick9641 2 роки тому
I think the reason the pot grabber is spring loaded is so you can use the other end to lift the lids off. Thanks for the review.
@Funkteon 2 роки тому
If you're going to have a kit that large in your bag, you may as well just spend a tiny bit more on a Trangia 27 cookset and get the versatility of having an alcohol stove or even Trangia gas stove built into the base and windscreen, that way, you get the two pots, a kettle and a frying pan all in one neat package...
@damobristol 7 місяців тому
Use the pot grabber to remove the lid. Lift slightly and drag it across the top of the pan so the lip of the pan stops the lid from dropping into the pan. Just like dealing a card from a deck.
@citomp1240 2 роки тому
If they put the tab in the center of the lid Luke it wouldn't double as a cutting board?
@utahjohnnymontana3373 2 роки тому
Just spitballing here but...pull the lid sideways. Slide it off, then lift.
@strider675 2 роки тому
Use the grabber to hold the pot with the tab away from you and pull it up towards you the lid will protect your fingers, I have one and love it
@inxlee 10 місяців тому
Try pulling downwards and lift back for the handles on the lids so steam flows out the other end.👍🏻
@TyQuinn 2 роки тому
Also like how the inside of the pot grabber handle has small grooves for teeth. Turn the pot grabber around and you have a pair of tongs
@travisp32 Рік тому
Just ordered this set for about $57 on Amazon. Black Friday deal!!!!
@chevelless7261 2 роки тому
Great review...Freedom for all people..
@azclaimjumper 2 роки тому
I don't have the Soto cookset, however, I do have & use the Soto Windmaster Stove which I bought in preference to the Pocket Rocket Deluxe because it is 29% more fuel efficient. Enter the following search term "Fuel Efficiency of Windmaster vs Pocket Rocket Deluxe" if you are interested in the article. Soto was the FIRST to design "regulators" for their stoves; all other regulators are "copies" of the Soto "regulator". I find it interesting that Soto hasn't come out with their copy of the Jetboil Flux ring technology. I bought a "copy" of the Fluxring pot & found there was no measurable difference between boil times of pots with or without a so-called "Flux Ring" which surprised me.
@apocsurvival916 2 роки тому
I have the sea to summit alpha pot. I almost got this set when I saw that you had it. I do like it, but can never understand why companies suck at making lids!!! Toaks, Soto, S2S, MSR. I have auditioned them all.
@kwhatten Рік тому
Glue a metal washer in the middle (inside) of the pot cover and then use a magnet to lift the pot cover. Fair review. Have you checked out the Decathlon cookset?
@jackvoss175 2 роки тому
The flame diameter will tend to burn on any foods being cooked. I suggest a couple of lids from tin cans, one large, one small. Courtesy of Half Vast Flying.
@stevegresty4181 Рік тому
I take your valid point on the lid lifting tabs, but if they were in the centre it would render the cutting board more difficult to use maybe? Nice set & great review though.
@robertsbushcraft 2 роки тому
That's a sweet kit! I wonder if you can put the two pots together and bake in them?
@browsman2328 2 роки тому
I have the Soto Amicus and Windmaster stoves. The Windmaster is the quietest, most fuel efficient and wind resistant canister stove I have ever had. One con for the Windmaster is the removable pot stand, if you lose it in the field the stove is useless. The Amicus has permanently attached pot stands and Is smaller than the Windmaster, but is more noisy and slightly less wind resistant. Both are good stoves.
@fyrstwaffen8952 2 роки тому
SUPER NICE SET, ONLY NEED A CUP!
@wisenber 2 роки тому
The pots look an awful lot like an old set of Primus Litech pots I bought about 20 years ago that still work fine. The rounded bottom makes cleaning easier than the squared bottom. Having lost track of how many cooksets I own, it would take a pretty big improvement to me to buy yet another.
@fritztheblitz1061 2 роки тому
Great review, Thank you. I don`t links aluminium. I prefer steel or titanium...
@SoloHiker1 2 роки тому
100% 👍
@kenwebster5053 2 роки тому
With it's mesh bag, that superficially looks similar to my much cheaper Adventure Ridge cook set from Aldi but the Soto is lighter all up, though mine is 4pc (pan, 2 pots and a kettle) 8876g all up, so I don't know how they compare like for like, possibly no much in it . I use my set with a camper trailer though we tend mostly to just fry on a hotplate over a 2 burner gas stove & only occasionally use any pots except for coffee and washing up. I like that the Soto comes with it's own cosy, a nice touch. Been watching a few of your videos in lockdown. For hiking, I tend to just take 1 pot and a windshield/stand for a twig fire or sometimes a spirit stove for nostalgia. Plenty of dry twigs here in Australia (usually).
@euphoria_7477 2 роки тому
I own a multi-driver from HOTO, and precision tweezers from KOTTO ... may as well buy this cook set from SOTO to complete the set!
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