Alpenflow Fuel Transfer Device
Why leave behind a graveyard of half-filled canisters when you can combine them all with a gadget that weighs less than a penny? Born on the PCT in 2023, the Alpenflow lets you swap, share, or consolidate fuel like a pro. Borrow from a hiker box, split with a buddy, or finally finish off that pile of canisters in your garage. You can also portion off small amounts of fuel into a small empty canister so that you aren't carrying more than you need for short trips.
- Warm your donor canister by placing it in the sun, and cool your recipient canister by putting it in a freezer to create a pressure differential. Never use an oven or flame!
- The larger the temperature difference, the faster the transfer will occur
- IMPORTANT: Place Warm donor Canister on TOP, Cool recipient canister on BOTTOM (no threading needed). The device itself can face either direction.
- Press down hard for 5 - 10 seconds until the hissing/transfer noise stops. A small amount of loss from the sides is expected and ok. Always transfer fuel in a well-ventilated area outside.
- Repeat as needed. Near-empty canisters may take multiple rounds. Use a scale to monitor your transferred amount. Never overfill a canister beyond the original weight, or damage or injury could occur.
- To mitigate the risk of liquid butane expanding when canister is heated, never fill beyond the original fill level (~80%)
- Fuel canisters do not meet D.O.T. requirements for commercial transportation after refilling (a.k.a. it’s illegal for businesses to transport refilled canisters)
- Never use a flame or oven to heat canisters
- Never fill canisters with pure propane, and only transfer “winter mix” fuel (70% butane / 30% propane) into canisters rated for winter mix fuel.
Essentials
Merino Wool Sleeping Bag Liner
Keep your sleeping bag clean on those extended adventures with our 100% natural and renewable Merino Wool Sleeping Bag Liner. Made with Gostwyck Ultrafine Merino, the liner provides unparalleled next-to-skin softness.
Super breathable and moisture wicking, our liners are great for keeping that funk out of your bag. They are also perfect for an extra level of protection when staying in hotels, hostels, or refuges along the Tour du Mont Blanc or Camino.
Zenithcarts Inflatable Pillow
Pillow was lightweight and perfect height. A good option for a lightweight pillow.
– Linda M., ★★★★★
Relax after a long day of adventure with our inflatable pillow. Designed for ultralight hikers looking to save weight without compromising comfort, our pillow inflates with only a breath or two and features a comfortable crescent shape perfect for back and side sleepers alike.
*This Item is Non-Returnable if Removed from Packaging*
Zenithcarts Comfy Camp Pillow
When you've gone so ultralight that you are wearing all your clothing layers to bed but still want a comfortable spot to rest your head the Zenithcarts Comfy Camp Pillow is the solution!
This camp pillow has ultra-soft Octa® fleece against your face, and is stuffed with six layers of Climashield Apex insulation to give it resilient loft. The insulation can be removed or augmented with other gear items like a down hood and booties.
Elastic bands on the back allow you to attach it to a stuff sack, dry bag, or inflatable pillow to give your head extra lift. An adjustable shock cord band secures the pillow to your sleeping pad to keep it from sliding around.
The pillow folds and rolls to about the size of a soda can, and stays compressed with the shock cord strap to keep you packed size at a minimum.
Check out the rest of our Octa® Fleece Collection here.
Gear Nest
Keep your camp essentials safe and easily accessible with our modular dual-pocket Gear Nest. Perfect for keeping your glasses, phone, and other small items organized. Drop in your headlamp to turn it into an overhead lantern.
The triangular shape preserves your headroom when sitting up on either side of the nest.
To install the Gear Nest, simply attach the adjustable hooks to the loops at the interior of our tent peaks and tighten.
All Zenithcarts 2 and 3 person tents should already have compatible loops at the peaks.
If your tent does not have loops on the interior, our Stick on Loops work great on shelters made with DCF or other, similar, materials.
Zenithcarts Lotus UL Umbrella
It was great at blocking the sun and flexible in the wind. I used it for hours in a rain storm yesterday and it was so light I barely noticed I was holding it that long. I plan to bring this umbrella everywhere.
– Julie C., ★★★★★
Take cover from brutal sun and intense downpours with our Lotus Ultralight Umbrella. We worked hard to develop the world's lightest backpacking umbrella. Weighing in at just 6.8 ounces it is perfect for beating the heat or helping you stay dry in a storm while still being durable enough to stand up to the abuse of a thru-hike. This umbrella will have your back rain or shine!
Add our Umbrella Holster for hands free use and our Umbrella Stuff Sack for storage.
Carbon Fiber Staff
The staff is a delight. It’s sturdy, light and easily packed. We’ve tried to think of ways that it might be improved, but we’ve come up short and will just have to keep thinking.
– Jonathan L., ★★★★★
Our Carbon Fiber Staff allows you to support your full weight using two hands on rough terrain, while keeping one hand free on more moderate sections. This staff is an ultralight, extremely strong alternative to Zenithcarts Trekking Poles. It can fold down for compact packing, or can be folded to the correct height to prop up any of our tents.
Trekking Poles and Replacement Parts
Zenithcarts Titanium Trail Pen
The Zenithcarts Titanium Trail Pen is a custom made ultralight upgrade for hikers who still believe memories are made with ink, not megapixels. Lock the pen into place with our precision-engineered channel system and let your ideas, trail notes, sketches, and discoveries flow. If your gear can outlast a thru-hike, your words should too.
Comfortable for left or right-handed writing. Writes when wet!
Includes a small keyring (.02 oz / 7g) and two ink refill cartridges (.02 oz / 7g each.) Pen measures 3.25" (9.26 cm) long. Our tiny oval carabiners, or mini-S carabiners are small enough to fit the little hole on the end of the pen to clip to your pack.
Alpenblow Micro Pad Inflator
Meet the Alpenblow — the tiny trail luxury you didn’t know you needed. Weighing less than two nickels, this pocket-sized powerhouse plugs into your phone or power bank and quietly inflates your pad in just a few minutes. Save your lungs and avoid the dizzying chore of manually inflating your sleeping pad after a long day of hiking.
It sips less than 1% of your iPhone battery, or a quarter of a percent of a 10,000 mAh power bank. Multiple nozzles are included to fit popular pads.
Flextail Zero Pump w/ USB-C Battery
The Flextail Zero Sleeping Pad Pump is a game-changer for backpackers! Say goodbye to the chore of manually blowing up your sleeping pad and prevent moisture and mold from building up in your pad.
We know that in the world of backpacking, every ounce counts, and every inch matters. That's why Zero Pump is crafted to be the lightest and tiniest outdoor pump out there, designed to trim down the weight of your pack and swiftly inflate your sleeping pad.
This bad boy is smaller than a Snickers bar, with a packed weight around 2 ounces including the 1.2 oz pump itself plus the included USB-C rechargeable battery, and a nozzle to fit your specific sleeping pad.
The Flextail measures a compact 1" x 3" (about 2.5 x 7.5 cm). Yup, you heard it right – smaller than your favorite candy! Say goodbye to bulky gear hogging up space in your backpack, Zero Pump has got your back!
Nitecore NB10000 Plus Power Bank
The NB10000 PLUS is a third-generation 10,000mAh power bank by Nitecore. It features USB-A and USB-C input/output ports for maximum compatibility, and a more streamlined carbon fiber body. The slim form factor and rounded corners help absorb impacts and make it more comfortable in your pocket.
Built for durability, its seamless design boasts an IPX7 waterproof rating, protecting it from rain, splashes, and humid environments. Additionally, the NB Plus is airline-approved, making it the perfect travel companion whether you're flying, commuting, or heading off the grid. With its combination of lightweight portability, rugged durability, and reliable performance, the NB Plus is ready to power your adventures anywhere.
