MSR Flex 4 Cooking System

2024-11-07T19:00:00

The pots function as they are intended. Would have preferred the plates be metal for more functionality. The mugs I am not impressed with the plastic design, and volume of liquid they can hold. Typically I leave the mugs at home.

JASON D.

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2024-11-06T19:00:00

So don't use the cups. We use the plates and pots, and we added a ceramic skillet. Keeping a towel in between to not ruin it with metal to metal contact while packing. This set takes up a whole lower section of an older Dana Design pack, but we have four packers so food, then cookware, sleep and clothes. (With fishing gear sprinkled throughout) using over two Optimus Nova stoves. Love this set. Light, non-stick, fast cooking, easy cleaning. And it has been enough cooking surfaces to feed 11& 13 year old boys and two adults. After a day of hiking or fishing or climbing. The frying pan can be integrated with the set! Huge, when making dehydrated eggs and bacon.

Alex A.

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2024-04-07T20:00:00

I bought this set about 10 years ago for family camping and hunting trips. On day one I added the MSR frying pan and four collapsible MSR sporks. The Sporks fit nicely into each cup and the frying pan nestles nicely on the large pot to make one entire enclosed unit. I do put a napkin as a layer between the large pot and frying pan. So far I have only used the large pot to store food items that I don't want birds or rodents to get into like coffee, chips, and snacks once we setup camp. I only gave this system 4 stars because the cups are not insulted, the metal will burn your lips, and the cups can be too hot to handle with boiling water in warm temperatures. The frying pan , when used in cold temperatures, will buckle in the center when using a small diameter heat source but it does seem to buckle back into its shape. Unfortunately, I couldn't find sporks that matched the color pattern perfectly but that doesn't matter as it did not come with the set. However, MSR must have thought about the overall dimensions when used with this set. I would highly recommend this and pair it nicely with MSR kitchen bag where you can store spatulas, knife, soap, oil, msr cutting board, msr salt and pepper shaker and pietro lighter.

Azskyrider

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2023-09-06T20:00:00

everything is perfect but, i wish the cups were in stainless steel like they used to be.

Mathieu D.

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2023-05-16T20:00:00

I guide and this set is perfect for my groups small and large. Very versatile and functional. I use it frequently!

Bradley W.

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2023-01-05T19:00:00

Does not include frypan.worth getting and integrated into set seamlessly.MSR thinks ahead.that's one of the reasons we love their products.keep on thinking. Tony

Tony m.

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2023-01-05T19:00:00

Does not include frypan.worth getting and integrated into set seamlessly.MSR thinks ahead.that's one of the reasons we love their products.keep on thinking. Tony

Tony

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2022-08-04T20:00:00

I purchased this set a few years ago and it works great. The set nests really well saving pack space and I found that it has room to fit the MSR quick skillet in side it as well. The deep plates keep food from slipping off your plate while eating in a rugged site where tables are not to be found.

Greg S.

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2021-08-30T20:00:00

Unable to clean it fully, I purchased the MSR scrubber with hopes that it would help clean it, but this was unsuccessful, i loved the weight of this item.

Amy D.

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2018-09-06T20:00:00

Our family of 4 has used this kit for a couple of years camping and it has been great. We love that it stacks up so we don't have random plates, mugs etc floating around our action packers. They're also light and have have held up well in terms of durability. We camp approximately 4 times/year for a few days each time and use this set for every meal.

MichT

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2018-09-06T20:00:00

Our family of 4 has used this kit for a couple of years camping and it has been great. We love that it stacks up so we don't have random plates, mugs etc floating around our action packers. They're also light and have have held up well in terms of durability. We camp approximately 4 times/year for a few days each time and use this set for every meal.

Michelle T.

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2017-09-06T20:00:00

I've had this set for a while and really enjoy it. I like to cook real food when I'm on an adventure and this kit allows me to do just that. Don't have 4 people? Save some weight and leave behind what you don't need.

Rob K.

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2017-09-06T20:00:00

I've had this set for a while and really enjoy it. I like to cook real food when I'm on an adventure and this kit allows me to do just that. Don't have 4 people? Save some weight and leave behind what you don't need.

Rob K.

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2017-07-17T20:00:00

Not a backpacking set up. Better utilised as a Basecamp set with big groups. Pots are huge.

Pat

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2016-12-17T19:00:00

We received the MSR Flex 4 System as a gift a few years ago and have used it frequently. We love to cook, and we love to camp, and this system allows us to eat well. We use it primarily for car camping, although we'll pair it down to essentials (large pot, two plates and two cups) for backpacking. Some of my favorite features: - the deep sides to the dishes - locking handles - strainer lids on the pots

jadakiss

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2016-12-17T19:00:00

We received the MSR Flex 4 System as a gift a few years ago and have used it frequently. We love to cook, and we love to camp, and this system allows us to eat well. We use it primarily for car camping, although we'll pair it down to essentials (large pot, two plates and two cups) for backpacking. Some of my favorite features: - the deep sides to the dishes - locking handles - strainer lids on the pots

Jadakiss

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2016-08-03T20:00:00

I bought this a few years ago and it's still going strong. I've used it on multiple camping trips and I couldn't be happier. We just recently went on a trip and I was telling my wife how well these have held up. It's like they're still brand new. I only use plastic utensils and cooking tools, so there are no scratches on the pots nor the plates/bowls. I have to say, this set is probably the best cooking items I've ever purchased.

David H.

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2016-07-31T20:00:00

I bought this specifically for car camping and use with my gas stove. I also have the frying pan as well - best for eggs and bacon and NONSTICK. I used the pots to boil water for past and to make the sauce, I felt like I was at home. It dispersed the heat perfectly and was amazing. my friends were impressed. I highly recommend this product for car camping. I have yet to use it for back packing, but maybe to big. Also, super easy to store, and the cups to the plates worked amazing. The only con is that with the frying pan, only one pot/pan handle can fit...I wish they would fix this, then I wouldn't have to keep switching the handle which is tough when the surfaces are hot.

J C.

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2016-05-29T20:00:00

Love this setup... everything my family needs all in one place!

Bryan

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2016-04-22T20:00:00

It looks big to begin with but you have to understand - this is not to be used for cooking for a couple of people on a weekend away. This is for cooking for the masses - imagine at least a couple of stoves going, a big pan of Scrambled Egg freshly cooked, Beans and Mushrooms in another pan and Sausages and Bacon sizzling in the compatible Skillet. And behind you a queue of waiting outdoors folk numbering five, six, seven or more with plates in their hands ready to begin the day. And its just the beginning of your expedition. That night. They will be coming back to basecamp hungering for yet another stomach filling dish. And not a scrap of food will be left. Only the dishes...

Simon T.

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2016-01-22T19:00:00

I borrowed this gear from a friend to take on a trip to patagonia. Gear worked really well and packed away nicely. Very high quality feel. Be careful not to use the plastic on anything to hot. Sounds simple but could be easy to melt a piece.

Darragh

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2015-09-01T20:00:00

Overall very good, well built product, just not for long term use. Definitely camping gear, not for use over the long haul. For that look for something like nesting sailors' galley-type cookware. Good buy for the money, just not a day-to-day run of the mill, usually abuse it type of cookset meant for an everyday kitchen.

David W.

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2014-09-12T20:00:00

I got the Flex 4 as gift for car camping/ short hikes with my son. Have only used it couple times but seems great. The insulated cups work well at keeping things hot and with 2 people the other 2 cups can be used as bowls. My only concern is the possibility of some of the plastic parts warping/ melting from the heat over time. The quality seems good - held up to campfire use. Too bad it is made in Thailand.

Adam

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2011-12-14T19:00:00

Nice set and delivered timely

Greg