The key to a well-packed rucksack is making use of all the available space – no one wants a lumpy pack with weird bulges and awkward edges pressing uncomfortably into their back. So, having a cook system that nests neatly together is a real win in our books. This rugged stainless-steel Alpine Nesting Bowl is the perfect companion for the Alpine 2 Pot Set, as two bowls will fit inside the pot, making it the perfect option for a backpacking duo. That means all that’s left to do is argue over who carries the cooking kit!
A staple of multiple expeditions for more than 50 years, MSR gear is trusted by climbers, mountaineers, explorers and researchers in some of the highest and coldest places on earth. The brand has earned an enviable reputation for turning out reliable, durable, high-performance kit – and has come a long way since its founding by Seattle engineer and lifelong mountaineer Larry Penberthy in 1969. Back then, MSR – or Mountain Safety Research, to use its full moniker – was solely focused on improving the safety of climbing equipment. Why? Because Larry knew that better equipment meant greater adventures.
Since then, the product range has grown hugely, but the core ethos remains the same. That’s why MSR gear is characterised by its user-led design that prioritises functionality, simplicity and reliability, wherever you roam in the great outdoors – whether you’re on a weekend camping trip, or perched on a portaledge 2,000ft up one of the world’s big walls.
