Re: [pct-l] Butane Fans

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In a message dated 3/6/99 12:50:59 PM EST, goforth@cio.net writes:

<< My favorite stove is still the Optimus 8R....  Do you know what can be
substituted for the heavy key(turns the stove on and off)? >>


One (and only one) person in your hiking group should carry a really small
pair of needlenose pliers.  Miniature pliers are lightweight, have multiple
uses such as replacing clevis pins and other pack repairs, and can turn your
stove on and off.   
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