Outdoor The BioLite Energy Kit Recoil Staff February 25, 2016 Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Learn More BioLite makes those fancy little wood burning stoves that use a fan to cut down the smoke considerably. They previously released a small pack portable CampStove and more recently the BaseCamp to boil your water and cook your food, and both are nice. These guys feature a thermoelectric generator that uses the heat of the fire to generate electricity. The two previous mentioned models also had the ability to charge your USB compatible objects with the excess energy produced. More recently they have expanded their offerings to include lights and solar panels (which seems like a logical step and is a helpful upgrade). Turns out they also have a new trimmed down version of the CampStove called the CookStove. The BioLite Cookstove doesn't generate its own electricity, but it can store it for loads of fires via USB and internal battery. Looks like there will be a new bundle coming out this month that includes a CookStove, SolarPanel and PowerLight Mini. This should cover most of your power, cooking and lighting needs when out on the trail. They sent us the following information about the BioLite Energy Kit to pass along. The CookStove is made to burn small items that get tossed in the top. In 2012, BioLite changed the face of off-grid adventures when it launched the CampStove, an innovative stove that make cooking with wood as clean safe and easy as modern fuels, while also providing electricity to charge cell phones and other devices. For Spring 2016, the Brooklyn-based company is launching a complete energy collection that lets people do more with less, providing a full cooking, charging and lighting experience for life outside. Because when you look at energy holistically, you can create smarter, streamlined products that work together to cook, light and charge. Debuting in February, this trifecta of products includes the PowerLight Mini, Solar Panel 5+ and CookStove. Together, they create a seamless and intuitive personal energy system. The SolarPanel has a unique targeting system to ensure you have the sun perfectly aimed at the panel for max power generation You can expect to see a review on these new products later this year. We currently use a BaseCamp and have sold off our charcoal BBQ because we prefer to use it so we are excited for these latest additions. You can check out BioLite on Facebook or Instagram. Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
