Same as Judith and Gordon - I carry an Esbit, but purely as a back-up.

We do get a fair amount of wind here in Scotland - expect several days with gusts of up to 50kph. Past Challenges - Stormy Sunday, Monday and Wednesday - saw sustained winds of over 80kph. So whatever your choice, be sure to pack a wind-shield!

Would people dislike of it being used in bothys? Some people don't like the smell...

I don't think so Ulla.

Most bothies are, erm, well aired.... and if other folk are in there they will probably smell too. :wink:

The other thing about esbit - if you didn't already know ( forgive me if you did ) is that you can post it to a pick up point on route. :smile:

Thank you, Gordon, that has been my biggest concern concerning the esbit :relieved:

I didn't really want to get a new stove right now, although I am thinking of getting a Soto Amicus Stove after the challenge. they are cheaper in Scotland than in Sweden.

I too use a pocket rocket/250 cylinder set up, and carry a tiny esbit foldaway stove as backup.

As stated, like an alcohol stove, Esbit is affected by wind. But protected in a cone, it works perfectly well. It's the lightest fuel option.

I used it on my challenge in 2014.
It was fine. I used 3 blocks a day.