About Backpacker
 
Backpacker is designed to work in conjunction with Mini Stoves that are powered by disposable butane/propane mix gas canisters as the one source of power. Two stoves have initially been
chosen, namely the Campingaz “Twister Plus” and the Go Systems “Trail” models. These stoves
have proved to be of the most popular sold extensively throughout Southern Africa and the
World, and their gas canisters in various sizes are available at most outdoor retail stores and
adventure equipment stockists.

Backpacker’s second option of power has been sourced to work in tandem with a modified 20L
gravity feed Solar Heated Water Bag, and supplied as standard equipment with our Hiker Kit
models. Our Backpacker Off-Road Kit also features this Solar Heated Water Bag and includes
a 12V Turbo Shower/Pump Kit which can also be used as a powered water flow option.

To enhance Backpackers ease of operation, our design team have developed a Hoisting
Harness system that securely connects the Solar Heated Water Bag by an “easy click”.
It features a Harness connected to a dual rope block system with a triple purchase
cord and cleat. This system provides a solid solution for just about anybody to lift the
weight of a filled water bag with easy, with the complete Backpacker attached to it.

Provision has been made for most customer preferences and requirements. Two main
models are available, the Backpacker Hiker Kit, and Backpacker Off-Road Kit, both
offered with mini stove brand options. Some customers may already own one or the
other mini stoves, and for this reason, we can supply the Backpacker Solo and/or
the Solar Bag/Hoisting Harness system as optional extras. A number of Backpacker’s
accessories are also available.

Much the same as our Kariba Combo range of camping appliances, Backpacker
provides both shower and cooking facilities, anywhere and at any time. Our Hiker
& Off-Road Kits are supplied complete, without any tools required to operate them.
All that is asked from you is to add water.
 
 
 
TWO MAIN MODELS – Using different Mini Stoves
 
Backpacker Model – TEC Plus
Fits Campingaz Twister Plus Mini Stove 		Backpacker Model – GS Trail
Fits GoSystems Trail Mini Stove
 
Three Derivatives to choose from:
 
 
 
Features:  
 
 
Experience “The Best of Both”:


Instant Hot or Hotter Water:


Shower or Cook with Mini Stove:


Ideal for Hikers & Adventures:


Butane/Propane Mix Gas Canisters:


Tri-Purchase Hoisting System:


Model options and Extras:


Quality produces in R.S.A.:		 Solar Heated or Gas Powered HOT Camp Shower.


Extra HOT water on demand if Solar Preheated.


Anywhere or Any Time. Just add water.


Super light weight and complete. No tools required.


Operates with disposable Gas Canisters.


Harness Coupled and easy lifting of filled water bag.


Available in various model options.


Over 90% local content made in South Africa.
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Backpacker Hiker Kit
– Kit Bags available in Green / Blue (Shown her with GS Trail Stove & Gas Canister)
 
Backpacker Off-Road Kit (Shown here with TEC Plus Stove & Gas Canister)
 

Backpacker Solo
(Shown here as GS
Trail Model)
*Extras not included
 
   
Optional Extras Available:
 
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Backpacker Solar Bag/Hoisting Harness System
(Fits all models)
 
Campingaz Twister Plus Stove & Gas Canister (Fits Backpacker TEC Plus & all 'easy clic' gas canisters)
 
GoSystem Stove & EN417 Gas Canister
(Fits Backpacker GS Trail & most GoSystem including EN417 gas canisters)
 
Backpacker 12V Turbo Shower Kit
(Supplied with Backpacker Off-Road Kits and as an optional extra)
 
 
 
Performance & Specifications:
All performance data are noted as approximate.
 
 
Backpacker Heat Exchanger:


Material Used for the Heat Exchanger:


Stove Gas Consumption:


Hoisting Harness System:


Gravity Feed/Pump water flow:


Shower Hot Water flow:




Stove boils 1L water:


Off-Road 25L Storage Box:


Backpacker Models Packed Weights:
 Designed for use with Butane/Propane Mix Mini Stoves.


EG/Stainless Steel Metal. H/E Aluminium Fins & Copper Tube.


Maximum 220 Gms. per hour. Min. 6 Showers per hour.


Max capacity 20 Lt. Best filled to 15 Lt. when used.


Gravity fee delivers 2L per minute. Pump delivers 2.6 Lt.


Gas Power only = 40/45 deg. C adjustable. Dual Gas/Solar.

Preheated to 30 deg. C = Up to 70 deg. C micro adjustable.


In approximately 3 min. 45 Seconds.


Also used as a water well for the Turbo Shower pump


Solo = 1.5 Kg. Hiker Kit = 2.6 Kg. Off-Road Kit = 4.6 Kg.
 
Accessories Available:
 
     
 
Backpacker/GoSystems Teflon Coated Pot & Pan Sets. Please enquire for various models and even more Extreme Stoves, GoSystem Mini Gas Lamps and other camping products.