Jetboil Flash Review – Fast, Reliable Cooking for Outdoor Adventures
At Shepherds Walks, we spend a lot of time outdoors - guiding walks, camping, or taking part in challenge events. When you’re in the hills, a hot drink or a warm meal can lift the spirits like nothing else. That’s why we’ve tested and now proudly stock one of the best outdoor stoves on the market: the Jetboil Flash.
This compact, ultra-efficient stove system has quickly become one of our go-to bits of kit for fast and reliable outdoor cooking – and here's why we think it deserves a place in your backpack too.
Why Choose the Jetboil Flash?
Jetboil is one of the most trusted names in camping and hiking stoves – and with good reason. The Jetboil Flash is purpose-built for speed and simplicity. Whether you’re brewing up on a summit, rehydrating meals mid-adventure, or just making a morning coffee outside your tent, this stove gets the job done – fast.
Compact, Lightweight, and Built for the Trail
We tested the Flash using the 100g Jetboil gas canister, which fits neatly inside the 1-litre cooking cup along with the burner and tripod stand. Everything packs away into a tidy, lightweight unit that slots easily into your rucksack.
While larger canisters can also be used, they won’t fit inside the cup – but there’s room for food pouches or other small gear if you're using a smaller canister.
The neoprene sleeve around the cooking cup not only insulates heat but features a colour-changing heat indicator, so you can tell at a glance when your water is hot. It’s practical and reduces wasted fuel, perfect for remote walking and wild camping in places like the Cheviot Hills or the Pennine Way.
Why Is It Called “Flash”? – It Really Is That Quick
The Jetboil Flash uses FluxRing™ technology to increase heat transfer and cut down on boil time. In our tests – even on windy hillsides – it boiled water in around 100 seconds. That means less time waiting and more time enjoying your surroundings.
Whether you're making tea on a drizzly hillside or preparing a dehydrated meal at the end of a long day’s walk, the Jetboil Flash delivers rapid results.
Simple to Use, Even in Tough Conditions
Setup is straightforward:
- Attach the gas canister
- Clip on the tripod stand
- Add water
- Press the piezo ignition button
- And just like that – you’ve got a roaring flame
No matches, no fuss. It’s a genuine one-person cooking system ideal for solo walkers, wild campers, and challenge walkers alike.
Our Verdict
The Jetboil Flash is one of the best stoves we’ve ever used. It’s light, compact, fast, and efficient – ideal for anyone who wants a hot meal or drink without the hassle. Whether you’re out on one of our self-guided holidays, tackling a challenge walk, or just heading out for a weekend wild camp, this stove is a superb companion.
Now available at Shepherds Walks, along with Jetboil accessories and gas canisters – everything you need to get going.
Tested on the trails by the team at Shepherds Walks – so you know it works when it matters.