Nice explanation of how you run your stove, Ironraven. I just got a stack of these stoves, and I've test-fired a few just to see that they do start up (using HEET).

Could you describe your priming technique? I got mine lit with no problems, but we're talking sitting in the garage on a summer day - filled via the central cup, and then fired them up with a BBQ lighter. I'd like to know what tips will help me get them going in trickier times. Also, if I'm trying to get them going with full windscreen/etc. while fighting wind and the elements, is there anything else I'll need to know the get them going? Seems like trying to get fire to the cup could be tricky when all the other variables are included, especially when using a Bic or a match.

Also, anyone have experience using the simmer/snuffer lid mentioned in an earlier post? It would be nice to be able to simmer a bit, although I mainly see these as for boiling some water or heating up a can of something.

Thanks

Dave