Doug pushing a production sample Backcountry Boiler at a Backpacking Light burn-off. Image courtesy of Jacob Dinardi.
Domestic shipments went out on Saturday, and many have already arrived at their destinations (way to go, USPS!). International shipments just went out today and will hopefully have the wind at their backs. Those that were sold through BPL should be arriving there very soon, and making their own journies across the world.
It seems like I should be doing some kind of celebrating or something, but mostly I’m just eager to talk with those who have received (or will soon receive) the Boilers to make sure they like them, and see what kind of great adventures they’re going on. I’m also working on making more available and tuning some really sweet upgrades for version 2.0.
So if you’ve got one, share it with me and everyone else. Send me pics, links, whatever – I’m hungry to collect. Share it Twitter – hashtag… #BCBoiler. Let me get that Facebook group setup and soon we can all chillax there, too…
If you want one, follow that progress (to really whet your appetite) and sign up for the mailing list. That’s the first place where notice on the next run will be.
Work, werk, work… If I do have any deep thoughts on this momentous day, it’s that being able to work hard and bring to fruition something you’re passionate about is truly a gift. The pinnacle of Maslow’s Heirarchy: self-actualization, right? What could be better?
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Congratulations Devin. All that hard work finally paying off. I find it satisfying if I make one item for someone when its handed over. Making 100 must be great. Can’t wait to see 2.0!
Backcountry Boiler reunion in the Sierras anyone?
Congratulations Devin! You are the epitome of the phrase, “persistance pays!”
I have a quick operational question: I certainly don’t want to fire up the boiler with no water as I’m sure that would result in damage, but does it need to be completely full or would 3/4 full be sufficient?
Devin – got the Boiler today. Everything looks great! I have not fired it up yet but plan to use it for lunch tomorrow!
Everything from the bag to the sleeve to the stove itself is very well done. It was fun and informative to watch the whole process from prototype to commercial product! I am so proud to own it and extra proud that it is made in the USA!! Good work! Looking forward to more great products!
Debo, Just wanted to mention to everyone that this would be great for emergencies like what is happening in Japan. I love that it will use anything, even splinters, for fuel. No infrastructure required. Having grown up in the desert where any mesquite tree guarentees dry fuel, the forests here in the east have always been challanging. So much wet wood. I am looking forward to camping in the Dolly Sodd’s this summer. Awesome!
Devin:
I just got my boiler and it’s beautiful! Loved opening the box and seeing quality from the care given to packaging all the way to the stuff sack and construction of the actual boiler. I’ll be testing it out this weekend!
Thanks so much and congratulations on all the hard work you’ve put into this!
Devin-
I know you had lots of hard work and TLC into those boilers. Congratulations on your first shipment!
Just got mine, absolutely gorgeous. Thank you again for all your hard work. Can’t wait to fire it up.
Hey all, sorry, just getting back to the world of the living in earnest! Thanks!
Shed – It is a really cool feeling, and just wait until you see 2.0. It’s going to be rockin’.
Michael – Thanks! 3/4 full should be just fine, but I wouldn’t go much lower than that.
Nick – thanks! I see the Boiler and the Blog as going hand in hand, and it’s great to hear that you’ve enjoyed both!
Marilyn (mom) – Thanks mom! This is how I know I’ve made it – when my mom reads my blog. :) You’re absolutely right about emergency preparedness. Always my conscience, I’ve sent one to be used in the Japanese aid effort thanks to your suggestion. :)
Mike – sweet! Send me pics!
Neal – thanks! You all at EH Schwab played no small part in making this all happen. :)
Adam – Thanks! Hopefully it will perform as beautifully as it looks. :)
Both ‘Monte’s’ arrived-the packaging was perfect-lean like the precious metal it wrapped. One boiler is put up for posterity and the other has experienced 5 burns! Wood was a no brainer so I played with Esbit-well you never know HA! I do think that any Amish or Menonite would loudly applaud the utter simplicty/functionality of this creation Devin-job well done!
I posted a video…just search for MedicineMan4040 on youtube.
The vid hardly does this piece of kit justice.
Can’t wait for version 2.0.
MedicineMan – cool! I love the Mountain Ocarina in the background, and that’s great thinking with the wire pot stand – much lighter and cheaper than anything I could make.
Thanks and enjoy!
hi,where can i order one of these kettles,are they available now cheers
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