Good review. I just wanted to add that if you don't want to buy the screen, you can purchase the lid which you can put on at the end of your fire (you'll still have to wait for the fire to die down to embers). I bought the lid so that if I leave the fire to continue cooling off I won't get snow or rain into the fire pit. It works very well and you can use the firepit as a small table when not in use.

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

Good tip. Thanks.

I'm really impressed with the quality of your review. Great job. I couldn't come up with any question that you hadn't already covered.

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks I appreciate it

I have the smaller Ranger. I love it. A trick I’ve learned is to keep it full of wood to just below the air holes. Even though I love it there is no way on this earth i would own it if I didn’t receive it as an offer when I bought a stove for the house. They are incredibly expensive for a fire pit even though they are the best out there.

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

Definitely a premium price.

Great job on your review. I love my solo stove. I’ve had it for three years now, and I don’t get to use it as much as I like. We just had a destructive fire in Colorado, some very hesitant lately. Fantastic job, thanks again!

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

I may live in NJ but I love Colorado. ❤️

Great review but I got to teach you how to start a fire

@tydiggs9117

3 жыл бұрын

Upside down fires work fine. Used in the military quite a bit.

@Nunyobidne55

3 жыл бұрын

Upside down fires used a lot in sf training sar type stuff. They work well

@jamesharder5643

3 жыл бұрын

Gasoline is dangerous and sorta cheating...

Good video. I have a bonfire as well. I had a busted 5 gallon bucket so I used a pair of tin snips and cut the buckets handle out. If you bend the metal handle out a little bit and hook the ends into the secondary burn holes, you have an easy to use handle to transport it. Hope I explained it so you know what I'm saying! =]

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

Indeed I do! Great idea!

Good review vid, but WTF is the 'upside down fire' technique? I have never heard of that and it apparently also doesn't work at all.

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

Game changer kzread.info/dash/bejne/aq18xKiTXZu7aZM.html

This is my favorite review of this product, thanks!

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

You are not meant to put wood in higher than the airholes. Easier to start with a handful of kindling and a couple of firelighters, then add the wood after 10 minutes. We burnt through stacks of wood with it last night, it is wicked watching the jets/.

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips!

Thank you for this review. I am looking for a new firepit I can actually use on our patio. This might be the one. I am a little intimidated by the inability to put the fire out with water, though. Thanks for the info!

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

Happy to help

@JR-zw2vb

2 жыл бұрын

You can cover the top with the lid you get. It blocks oxygen flow and will kill the fire with no fumes. Takes a while.

UPDATE: I've had mine over a year now and wanted to share my findings on using this stove. I've experimented burning wood of different types and sizes and it seems this stove burns the cleanest and best with smaller pieces of wood. In particular I took a few pieces of fire wood and cut them crosswise with a 10" miter saw into "chunks" about two inches thick. This provided the fastest fire start and cleanest burn so far. On the contrary, using full girth firewood was more difficult to get the fire started and the logs would have to be rotated from time to time to get the best fire.

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info

@hbeytollah

2 жыл бұрын

Does it really reduce smoke?

@jaxxonbalboa3243

2 жыл бұрын

@@hbeytollah After the fire "catches" the smoke goes way down.

@michaelhastings7441

2 жыл бұрын

So in your opinion are they worth the outlay ? For just the bonfire and the base costs £289 here in the UK best regards Mick

@jaxxonbalboa3243

2 жыл бұрын

@@michaelhastings7441 if your enjoyment of a having a fire to relax by is the objective then yes definitely worth it.

I wanna use this sitting outside in the backyard during winter, sipping on a beer beside this fire 🔥

@handydadtv

Жыл бұрын

It’s a beautiful fire.

What would you do to protect the stove if there’s a sudden heavy shower?

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

There’s not much you can do. If it’s a raging fire at the time, it’ll create a lot of steam and probably keep burning. If it’s a lingering fire, it’ll probably go out. Rain will cool it slowly, not as bad as dumping a bucket of water on it. Obviously, in an emergency, dump as much water as necessary.

Really great review - thank you. My parents just ordered one and this will be helpful :)

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

My pleasure

If you start the fire with a little bit of kindling 1st you'll have better results in getting hot fire quicker. Get your kindling burning and then add some good dry wood but make sure that it is below the holes on the inside of the fire pit. This guy spent too much time trying to start the fire. If you start like I suggested you'll have a good hot fire in no time. We love our Solo Stove

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

The secondary burn is wood gas. As wood heats it produces wood gas. As the wall cavity heats it produces an upward draft. As the draft increases it pulls the wood gas off of the bottom of the wood through the perforated bottom that holds the wood. The gas travels up through the wall cavity and is expelled through the secondary burn holes where it ignites. The wood gas is what usually creates smoke but in a wood gas stove it is cycled down and around the fire to re burn. It's a groovy thing.

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

#science

@kenturner3268

2 жыл бұрын

@@handydadtv Wood gas will run a combustion engine.

If you want one they are on sale NOW!!. $180 off the Bonfire edition for $219

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing

If you use it inside a screened in porch, would you get sparks that would burn the floor and would placing it on the wood floor, would it burn the floor. Would a piece of decorative tile underneath be enough to keep it from burning the floor?

@handydadtv

Жыл бұрын

Forget the floor. It’ll torch the roof! Don’t use in an enclosed space.

As a 30 year firefighter : many a fire has started by placing a bag of " cold ashes " up against the house.

@SanDiegoFreddy

3 жыл бұрын

He didn’t put his bag of ashes against the house. He put the empty fire pit near the house after it cooled overnight and was empty of ashes.

@rrmerlin3402

3 жыл бұрын

@@SanDiegoFreddy I was just making general caution to those who put ashes in bags to dispose.

@SanDiegoFreddy

3 жыл бұрын

@@rrmerlin3402 Gotcha. That's great advice. I've seen a 4x4 block of wood catch fire 4-feet from an industrial gas turbine's exhaust duct. That seared in my memory the need to use caution around sources of high heat.

@lvdbltak6702

3 жыл бұрын

After a camp out in backyard with my friends when I was 13. I “cleaned up” and emptied fire pit and put what I thought were “cold ashes” thankfully a neighbor saw the side of my moms house smoking/on fire and was able to put out with garden hose. Close call for sure.

@donh3239

3 жыл бұрын

Not my house, but I put 'cold' ashes in my compost heap which rather made a mess. It never caught on fire due to the large amount of damp/wet organic matter, but it sure smoked for a while.

Can I use a Duraflame log to get started?

I just got one yesterday for free. Yes you read that correctly. How did I do it. I have been wanting one for a while but wasn't sure if I wanted to shell out hundreds for something that might be disappointing so I did the next best thing I literally picked one up for free! Here's how it went down. I was driving through Connecticut yesterday and stopped for gas. As I was filling up I was mindlessly gazing around and there was a bin and next to the bin there it was. I recognized it right away. It had been used and it was a little dirty but was otherwise completely in very good condition. I was nervous about taking it because I couldn't believe someone actually threw it out. So I programmed my GPS for the location and I figured on my way back if it's still there then it's mine! So several hours later I came back and there it was waiting for me. Guess the universe threw me a break for once. BTW when I got home this evening I hosed it down then threw some wood in it and it was great. However, I could see why it was thrown out. It's not smokeless...at first it has to get "warmed" up. Once it's circulation "engine" gets going then its nearly smokeless. Another issue could be that sideways it throws out virtually no heat! So as a fire pit to keep family and friends warm and toasty on a frigid day is not going to work out very well. About 95% of the heat goes straight out the top. You could literally touch the sides while the fire is raging and not get burned. On the other hand this could be a plus by not having to worry about pets or kids getting burnt.

@wiliamsantana572

2 жыл бұрын

I'm wondering about getting one shipped to Brazil, It would be hell expensive due to the conversion and I see a lot of people saying what you said, that it wont get you warm. Do you have any tips about some kind of smokeless fire pit that you keep people warm?

@jaxxonbalboa3243

2 жыл бұрын

@@wiliamsantana572 Well what I've learned so far about this stove and a homemade one is that the key to smokeless is plenty of oxygen. Look on KZread for DIY homemade smokeless stove and you'll find plenty and its way cheaper to make your own. If you make one add a pipe near the bottom so you can blow air into it. In fact I also made a backyard incinerator and when the fire is first starting it smokes quite a bit. I use a hand held blower until it gets really hot. Once the the fire has "caught" it will burn much cleaner on its own.

@wiliamsantana572

2 жыл бұрын

@@jaxxonbalboa3243 thanks man, gonna look for the videos!

Can you burn yard or garden waste? Like fresh and old vines and vegetable plants that are done for the season? Thanks for making the video. Have a Great Day

You think it would come with handles. Some kind of wire racking that goes around the bottom and forming handles on each side. The racking clips on somehow by pushing handles against the body. This way if you need to move it when fire is out but body of it is still hot.

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, there’s no moving it while it’s hot.

I just bought the Bonfire Ultimate Kit over the weekend. Can't wait to try it out.

My main issue with my current fire bowl is wind. Sparks and ashes get blown around a lot. Are those solo stoves handling wind better?

@handydadtv

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely. The fire is deep and the shape of the ring around the top prevents wind from blowing down into it. Just keep the wood below the ring of holes around the top.

perfect review Dad, really helped.

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much 😊

Ranger or the bonfire for back garden 2-4 people with heat deflector?

@handydadtv

Жыл бұрын

Bonfire is the perfect size, in my opinion. Be sure to check out the new version: kzread.info/dash/bejne/YmWWu8iMnqe_eM4.html

Good video. No fuss made over unpacking and packing away. Very informative and a good show of the after burn.

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

Visually the fire seemed to be blocked too much, did you find it was LESS enjoyable than a traditional fire, or was the smoke free in your opinion worth the reduction in visible light?

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

Actually the Solo Stove fire burns much brighter than my old fire pit. Sure, the bottom is a little deeper than a fire bowl, but it’s a more enjoyable fire, in my opinion. My knees get hot and my feet get cold, but that’s no different than my previous fire pit too.

@dd-qk7vz

3 жыл бұрын

@@handydadtv great review! how about when compared to a traditional in-ground firepit ring?

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

@d d - My old house had a traditional fire pit with a copper fire bowl on stacked stones. The fire height was about the same as the Solo Stove, so they both warmed our upper bodies while our feet got no heat. No difference from that perspective.

We've got two. Love 'em.

@handydadtv

Жыл бұрын

Thanks

Every video on their website shows them emptying the embers from the tray within. Is this a 1.0 vs 2.0 thing?

@handydadtv

Жыл бұрын

Yes. Only the new version has the removable grate and ash tray. kzread.info/dash/bejne/YmWWu8iMnqe_eM4.html

Ive had one too and that secondary burn stage is when you get the least (not zero) smoke. Only drawback is most of the heat goes straight up. Old washing machine tubs have a similar air flow for max burn so question becomes is the $300 worth it vs an old washing tub? Not sure really but they look cool and your neighbors will be jealous so maybe yes 😂

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

Depending on where you live, the neighbors might be envious of a washer drum fire pit.

Thanks for the review sir, I'm about to get one in a couple days. Be blessed.

@handydadtv

Жыл бұрын

Enjoy!

@newjargon1697

Жыл бұрын

@@handydadtv I just got it. It really is a good product. It burns larger pieces more efficiently than I expected. Thanks for the video! Be blessed.

@handydadtv

Жыл бұрын

It burns fast and hot. Be sure to a new log as soon as the secondary burn goes away. Don’t wait too long or the new log will smoke. Also, you only need to add one log at a time.

What would happen if you put a "Swedish torch" inside? Preferably from oak ...

@Timebanditgirl

3 жыл бұрын

Check out Grovers Corner KZread channel for his videos of a Swedish torch.

Lol the way you started that fire 😂🤣😂

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

Not my best performance. 😒

Thanks, for a great video, may get one for my birthday!!

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

Great time of year for it!

Assuming the bonfire is like the little cooking stoves, the bottom doesn't get hot at all. The incoming air keeps it cool

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

Yes that’s true. But they still want you to put a ring underneath it to keep it off combustible surfaces.

light one of these up in from of your heat pump in the winter for amazing results

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip!

If you have a Compost Pile, just "Throw them in" and Mix!

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, that’s what I did in the old house. But I don’t have that here, and dumping them in the woods could start a forest fire. So that’s why I used a bag.

How well do they warm you ?

@handydadtv

Жыл бұрын

As well as any other fire pit I’ve owned. Your knees burn while your ankles freeze.

Great review! You could have just composted the ash or fed it to bushes at the edge of your yard. They like Potash ;)

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

Good tip! Thanks!

Can these handle decent sized logs if I cut them short enough. Thickness about the size of an average persons leg above the knee. No I’m not a serial killer.

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

Haha!!! Not a serial killer. 😂 I wouldn’t use “wood” that thick without splitting it. But that’s me.

Adds kinda excessive. Great review tho

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks

Have you ever burned pellets in the solo stove? Is so, your thoughts?

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

No. It’s not designed for pellets.

What about a couple pieces of charcoal at the bottom with a fire starter??nice vid

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

I get the best results when I put just kindling in it, light it with a torch, and then add logs. If it doesn’t take off, a little liquid fire starter does the trick.

How much wood does it go through? I have heard that these burn through 2x+ the amount of wood as a normal firepits because it is built to increase oxygen through convection

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

It burns cleaner, brighter, hotter and (yes) faster. Hard to say how much faster. I’d say a 3-hour Solo Stove fire might last 4 hours in a traditional fire bowl, but that’s a guess. I have no desire to do a scientific comparison.

Great review! New subscriber. Just got the Bonfire for Christmas.

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

Hope you’re better at building a fire than I am. 🤣 Enjoy and Merry Christmas!

Low key flexing his awesome Tesla 🤗

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

😎

Excellent review. Worth watching and sharing.

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

Many thanks 😊

Recycled washer/dryer drum?

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

No

How fast would it cool down? Thinking about getting one and taking to tailgates, but wonder how long it would take to cool down for us to pack up.

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

If you dump the embers, it would cool down pretty quickly, I’d think.

Didn't talk about how well the "smokeless" aspect of it was...

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

Yes I did. I said it smokes until it gets really hot.

@Timebanditgirl

3 жыл бұрын

It smokes a little when you first get it going, but after that, no smoke.

I'm new to all these products, is this solo stove for cooking or not please?

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, you can cook on Solo Stoves. Go to handydad.tv/solo and look at fire pit cooking bundles.

Great review. Very informative!

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much 😊

Good honest review 👍 I've seen another review saying the heat given off is only really felt directly above the flames. Does it throw and heat out towards where you're sitting?

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

Like every other fire pit I’ve ever used, your knees burn while your ankles stay cold. I’m sure it radiates some heat from the sides, but it doesn’t compare to the heat of the flames.

The stove is very nice but it has weak output on the sides and the bottom inside will rust after being left in the rain.

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

It shouldn’t rust. It’s 100% stainless steel.

@clownworld7763

3 жыл бұрын

@@handydadtv www.solostove.com/general-faq/?gclsrc=aw.ds&&gclid=Cj0KCQiA88X_BRDUARIsACVMYD9HvavvlyJVnXsgwpTrUrIN2Z46k5VOLVZp1W5J4fQ-ehyZTstXAKoaAmqBEALw_wcB

Being that it's stainless steel I'm sure it's quite💰. I do like that it's so portable.

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

It’s more expensive but it’ll last forever.

I work at ace hardware, and we did a demo and I didnt like when the fire gets low your just looking at a metal container

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

That’s true. It is deep.

Nice review! Thanks for sharing. I didn’t hear how the warmth that came off the unit was, and how that would compare with any other fire pit.

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

My old house had a traditional fire pit made from stacking blocks and a copper bowl. The warmth of the Solo Stove was similar to the other fire pit because heat from a fire is infrared. Feet get cold but the upper body facing the fire gets toasty. Knees get really hot. No difference there!

Does it keep you warm sitting around it?

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

It burns hotter than a normal fire pit. We had to move back when it’s roaring.

I’m going to buy one of these now. I was in the Boy Scouts in Montana so the firestarting skills could use some work but that thing is Awesome! Do they charge for shipping?

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

Free shipping for purchases over $75

Be nice to have an "Ash Tray" to minimize buildup!...

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

👍🏻

@monksta666

3 жыл бұрын

I certinly wouldnt be putting ash into a plastic bag. Jast make sure its out and tip in on the garden. Waste of plastic.

I would NEVER empty ash into any container that is not metal.

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

Good tip

Is it safe to use on a wood deck or does the bottom get too hot? Thanks.

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

Use the ring on a wood deck

@WShep

2 жыл бұрын

@@handydadtv Thanks

Great review have you used it during the colder months does it end up providing more heat than regular fire pits also you said do not use water to put out fire but what happens if it starts raining all of a sudden

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

Yes we’ve used it in the cold. A Solo Stove fire burns hotter than most fire pits so we’ve had no complaints. They came out with a head deflector accessory that sits above the fire and helps to radiate more heat downward. I haven’t tried that yet.

@robr4379

2 жыл бұрын

@@handydadtv ok thanks good to know also I heard it eats wood like crazy unless it's hard wood is that accurate

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

BTW, they just announced a new version! kzread.info/dash/bejne/YmWWu8iMnqe_eM4.html

How do you feel this works for a heat source? Does it throw heat to where a few folks can gather around and feel it?

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely. Burns hotter than a traditional fire pit.

@brentryczak

2 жыл бұрын

@@handydadtv awesome. Ordered. Thanks!

@2121Jroc

2 жыл бұрын

@@brentryczak let me know if it puts off heat I’m hearing it doesn’t

I saw one of these when I went camping a month or so ago. Thanks for making a comprehensive review. I plan to buy one of these in the coming days. Do you think the ultimate bundle is worth the added cost?

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

You don’t really need the skewers but the poker and tongs are helpful, unless you have them from another fire pit. But I highly recommend the Backyard bundle. Please buy through my link; it’s supports my channel but doesn’t cost you anything.

Who composed the music during the time lapse fire build?

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

It’s from the KZread audio library.

does it still smell like a real fire

@handydadtv

Жыл бұрын

Yes, it smells great.

Great review! Thx! QUESTION: how well does this fire pit radiate heat? I have read mixed reviews on this, but I’m hoping for a fire pit that provides a good amount of heating to those sitting around it (ie many reviewers say it mainly heats just above the flames) Thanks!

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

No different than all the fire pits I’ve owned. Your knees burn but ankles are cold.

@wiliamsantana572

2 жыл бұрын

@@handydadtv I had this same question, thanks!

@ianashmore9910

2 жыл бұрын

They make a heat reflector now

Does it generate heat for those sitting around it?

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, but like any fire pit, knees burn but ankles stay cold.

How long did it take to get it fully engulfed? Also how was the radiant heat coming off the

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

It has great airflow so fires start quickly and burn hot. Don’t take my first fire experience as a real example. As for the radiant heat, it’s no different than every other fire pit I’ve owned: your knees burn while your ankles freeze.

@2121Jroc

2 жыл бұрын

@@handydadtv I’ve heard it doesn’t give off enough heat

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

It’s no different than my previous fire pit that was surrounded by stacked blocks. The fire throws the heat, not the sides.

Awesome review! Thank you!!

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

Now that you've used it for a bit, would you consider the Yukon?

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

Not for me. I’m happy with the Bonfire size.

@PAULY-P

3 жыл бұрын

One of my neighbors has the Yukon (largest 27"), my other neighbor has the Ranger (smallest 15"). I love the Yukon but I also like the Ranger. So i ordered the Bonfire (medium 19.5"). Had many good fires with the Ranger but I wanted a tad bigger for the $$$ and couldn't justify the price for the Yukon. So i got the Bonfire. Best choice I made in a fire pit.

Thank you for sharing with us !!!

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment 👍🏻

just bought the ultimate bundle, even though they forgot to send me all the pieces Im wondering why no ash tray in the design? maybe someone else knows

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately the grate isn’t removable.

Thanks! Great review

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it

Great video fun and informative thank you

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure

Nice review. After using it now, do think it's worth its price point?

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

Yes. I bought a fire pit kit from EP Henry at my old house. That kit had a copper bowl that would never rust but it cost 2-3 times as much. It didn’t burn nearly as well as the Solo Stove, and it wasn’t portable.

How long does it take to cool enough to load it into a car? We love that it's portable, and are looking for a fire pit to bring for some after hike parking lot parties. However, since throwing water or snow on the fire would ruin the product, we doubt this will serve our purpose. Any suggestions on getting this thing cool?

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

If you dump the hot ashes out, it would cool very quickly. I haven’t tested it but I’d say maybe a half hour.

@ivinskiwi384

2 жыл бұрын

@@handydadtv but the drum is going to be too hot to handle so how can you empty the ashes out while hot???

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

Oven mitts

Too bad you don't get a commission. Because you just sold a Bonfire Bundle....lol. Great review.

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

I do get a small commission if you used my link. Thanks!

@johneroyale

3 жыл бұрын

@@handydadtv ok! Haven't bought yet, i didn't notice the link. I'll be sure to use....thanks again.

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much 👍🏻

Is it safe to use on deck?

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

Yes with the accessory ring that I showed.

I'm very interested in the bonfire actually but i want to use it in the winter NY months, sit outside when it's around 40 degrees and feel warmish :D I've heard that a lot of the heat can be felt from the top but not much radiated heat actually comes from it. Can you confirm or deny that? :D I'm also looking at models that are heavier from other companies and actually have BTU heat numbers so I guess they are more heaters but I really love this look and portability. Thanks for your word and any advice, appreciate it!!!

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

Every fire pit I’ve ever owned was blazing hot from the top only. Sit close and my knees burn but my ankles freeze. The Solo Stove is no different. We just supplement with blankets when it’s really cold out.

@kenguie

2 жыл бұрын

@@handydadtv thanks for that info! I appreciate it!

But you can’t see the fire! All you see is the top of the flames. Miss out on the ambiance of the burning logs.

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

I didn’t have an issue with it. I look into it like every fire pit I’ve owned.

@deekay2

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly

How long did the fire run for?

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

I burned a $7 bundle of firewood from Home Depot in 3-4 hours.

Can I throw dirt into it? When I want to put out the fire?

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

Not sure. I guess so.

@JTF37

2 жыл бұрын

Using a long handled round point shovel, throw approximately 9-14 full scoops on the fire.

I use a shop vac - much easier clean out..

Thanks for the review. Based on visiting Solo's website, the last part of your review left me confused. Their site shows it's construction (from bottom - upwards consisting of: 1) A barrel with an enclosed bottom 2) Above the bottom is a pan for collecting ash 3) Above the ash-pan is a perforated plate on which the wood rests. I thought the ash is supposed to fall through the plate. But as shown at 8:20, two things puzzle me. 1) It appears the ash did NOT fall through the perforated plate (as the perforated plate is not even visible) 2) When you tipped the stove over to dump the ash (8:56), it seems that you did so WITHOUT REMOVING the perforated plate. Isn't the perforated plate a removable component? If the plate is not removable, then how is the ash that fell through the perforated plate properly removed? (Tipping alone would only allow some ash to fall though)

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

It’s all welded; the grate isn’t removable. The vast majority of the ash falls through, especially as you stoke the fire. When you turn it over, it comes back out through the grate. If you really want it as clean as possible, you can hose it out.

@gregparrott

3 жыл бұрын

@@handydadtv My interpretation of their photo was wrong then. Thank you for the reply.

@rare.phukin.spotted.halibut

2 жыл бұрын

It's a fire pit, not lawn art. If plugging those holes up is a worry a wet vac would more than suffice. Otherwise, patina is probably expected.

@gregparrott

2 жыл бұрын

@@rare.phukin.spotted.halibut I'm interested in its functionality, not as 'lawn art'. If the holes are blocked, its functionality is diminished.

You should have called the boy scouts.. watching you try and build that fire was painful.

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

Not my best moment, but the stove was only new once.

How was the smoke?

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

Like a normal fire until it got hot. Then it was virtually smokeless. This thing is the real deal.

Love My SOLO !!!

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍🏻

Hey just wondering, but do you think the bonfire model is hot enough for 4-5 people gathered around the fire to keep them warm in fall? I just got my bonfire yesterday and wanted some experienced input. Thanks for your time and effort in the vid!

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

Yes indeed! We’ve had eight people around it. It burns such a nice fire.

Well, you certainly didn’t read the instructions on how they recommend to start the fire..

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

Nope.

Lol. Like all the dads, trying to lit fire, throw a lot of paper trash, light up torch on the side again and again... just for kiddos to get the roast...

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

I would have re-recorded that segment, but the stove is only new once. 🤷🏻‍♂️

@JR-zw2vb

2 жыл бұрын

​@@handydadtv Great video!

Great review! Thank you! But please into a little research on the best ways to start a fire. That was absolutely painful to watch. No amount of excuses saying that it was breathing from the bottom or your wood was too wet can excuse what you were doing and how you built that fire.

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

I agree wholeheartedly. But it was only new once.

Great video but I’m still left wondering how well it put out heat.

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

It’s no different than sitting around any other fire pit. My knees burn and my ankles stay cold.

Hey Mr. I really apreciate your video, thanks from Brazil! Im trying to learn about fire pits because we dont have this culture down here, I hear some people saying that those solo stoves wont keep you warm as block made fire pits would, can you tell me something about it? I heard there are some accessories that makes the warm spread better, is it a need? would you help me? Thanks!

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

With every fire pit, the flame is what heats you most. When sitting around a Solo Stove or a block fire pit, your upper body will be warm, your knees will burn, and your ankles will be cold.

Was it warm around or just above it?

@handydadtv

3 жыл бұрын

No different than my old traditional fire pit; your feet get cold but your knees burn.

Dam good review!

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

Sir you have no idea how to start a fire and use this thing.

@handydadtv

2 жыл бұрын

I’ve made tons of bonfires but admittedly this was not my best performance. But it was only new once. No retakes.