>>2381626Main benefits:
>windscreen is most obvious advantage>inverted canister allows winter use. >if it gets real cold, you can move the canister closer to the flame to heat itself (allows regular butane use in winter)minor benefits (not dealmakers, but nice to have):
>you can change out empty canisters while cooking>remote canister is a bit better balanced for setting up on uneven surfaces>It really doesn't seem to be worth the additional cost on weight.The kovea spider is 6oz, so it's only 3oz more than the MSR pocketrocket.
For winter it is hands down better.
For year round I don't worry about the extra 3 oz.
Plus it's nice to just use a folded piece of regular aluminum foil for a windscreen and not worry about some bulky disposable pie pan setup
Though if you're starting from scratch and only plan on going in the summer, a cheapo chinkshit pocketrocket and the heat exchanger pot OP posted will work just fine.
