I guess my stove anti's is the fact of carrying fuel.If at home,I dont have to carry the stuff,and can stock a lot. A stove long term,outside,the fuel issue about finishes the stove line for me.A couple Bic lighters will make me a lot more fires than anything stove/fuel wise I can backpack.And being OLD me,the less I carry is a PLUS PLUS to me.

I rarely find myself in a situation where I cant start a fire,If thats the situation,I dont need to be outside.If the situation is so dire that I have to be,I would adjust as a means of long term survival.IE,Id light a fire in/made up of the rusting Yugo,that sort of 'end of world' situation,which is extremely unlikely in my plans.

Fire danger is common sense,I wouldnt do it in a 60 mph wind,exposed.Not to say there arent plenty who do.

When we get reduced to the lowest common denominator we all get treated at that level.Dont like that.

But for frequent hikers,short term situations,I see your point,its a good one,just that isnt me is all.

Love my ruger 10/22,thats my go to bugout gun.Weight vrs ammo vrs utility,does it best for me.When we go shooting its always included and gets the most use,but we arent experts,just recreational shooters.