Cook Like a Pro Over Any Campfire—Without Hauling Heavy Gear
Picture this: a crackling campfire, a cast iron Dutch oven bubbling with stew, suspended perfectly over the flames at just the right height. The Campfire Tripod Kit transforms any three sticks from the forest into a rock-solid cooking platform, giving you the stability and adjustability of a full tripod system without the weight and bulk of traditional tripod irons.
Why This Kit is a Camp Cooking Essential:
- Ultralight Ingenuity: At just 11oz, this kit delivers heavy-duty tripod performance without the weight penalty. Instead of carrying bulky tripod legs, you simply use three poles from your surroundings—brilliant bushcraft engineering that saves pack space and weight.
- Handles Heavy Cookware: The stainless steel construction is built to support large bush pots, cast iron Dutch ovens, and heavy cookware that would overwhelm lesser systems. Cook hearty meals for your entire group with confidence.
- Infinite Height Adjustment: The 47" adjustable stainless steel chain with locking pin lets you dial in the perfect cooking height. Raise your pot for a gentle simmer or lower it for a rolling boil—precise heat control makes all the difference in campfire cooking.
- Quick & Easy Setup: Assembly takes minutes. Simply lash three poles together at the top, attach the tripod plates, and you're ready to cook. No complicated hardware, no frustration—just simple, effective design.
- Complete System: Includes three stainless steel tripod plates with large 1.2" openings, adjustable chain with locking pin and hanging hook, and a leather carry pouch for organized storage and transport.
Perfect For:
- Base camp cooking with cast iron Dutch ovens
- Group meals that require large pots and extended cooking times
- Bushcraft and primitive camping setups
- Hunters and anglers cooking fresh game and fish
- Anyone who wants professional campfire cooking without heavy equipment
Technical Specifications:
- Material: Stainless steel construction
- Tripod Plates: 4.1" × 3.8" with 1.2" large opening (set of 3)
- Chain Length: 47" adjustable stainless steel chain
- Features: Locking pin for height adjustment, hanging hook
- Weight: 11oz (complete kit)
- Includes: 3 tripod plates, adjustable chain with pin and hook, leather carry pouch
How It Works:
Gather three sturdy poles from your surroundings (fallen branches or saplings work great), lash them together at the top to form a tripod, attach the stainless steel plates to each leg, and hang your pot from the adjustable chain. The locking pin slides through the chain links to set your desired cooking height, giving you the same control as expensive commercial tripods at a fraction of the weight and cost.
Whether you're simmering a Dutch oven full of chili, boiling water for the group, or slow-cooking wild game over coals, this kit gives you the stability and adjustability you need for serious campfire cooking. The leather carry pouch keeps everything organized in your pack, and at just 11oz, you'll barely notice it's there until you need it.
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Can I add to an order?
If your order has not started to be processed through our shipping department, you can modify the order. However, you must call Customer Service at 317.791.8777 to make modifications. Once an order has started processing through the warehouse, it cannot be modified, only canceled.
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Self Reliance Outfitters
6050 Churchman Bypass
Indianapolis, IN 46203.
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Can I send it back for an exchange?
No, but you can send it back for a store gift to use towards your next purchase. Include a copy of your receipt or email confirmation and indicate what you wish to get as a store gift card. Return shipping is at your expense.
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Self Reliance Outfitters
6050 Churchman Bypass
Indianapolis, IN 46203
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How will my refund be processed?
Domestic customers: Refunds (including canceled orders) will be processed by the original payment method or issued a store gift card if requested.
International customers: Refunds (including canceled orders) will be processed by the original payment method or issued a store gift card if requested.
Refunds on returned merchandise will be processed within 7 business days upon receipt of the returned merchandise.
Can I return an unwanted item?
You may return any unused item (in its original packaging) within 30 days of purchase for a full refund. Drop ship items are not returnable. Return shipping is at your expense.
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Self Reliance Outfitters
6050 Churchman Bypass
Indianapolis, IN 46203
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What is the warranty on your products?
Most products (except PKS Knives & DIY Blanks) carry a 1-year warranty. View the Pathfinder Promise for our Pathfinder Stainless Steel gear - click here.
Does your PKS DIY Blanks have a lifetime warranty?
No, since they are a DIY item and an unfinished knife, blanks come with a 6-month warranty.
What is the warranty on PKS Knives?
All PKS knives (except DIY blanks) come with a lifetime workmanship warranty.
Works just as I hoped. Much more flexible than a tripod bound with cordage. The chain is what makes this the most useful. You don't have to control the height by spreading the tripod legs, just raise or lower the chain and secure with the pin. Super handy. Highly recommend.
Heirloom quality.
I have a similar tripod from different brand. I know these work and, with a bit of imagination, there are multiple possibilities for cooking, lighting, hanging water bags and more.
Product well made and nice snap case for storage.
I used this for the first time on a recent campout. Ingenious accessory for easily creating a tripod for cooking over the fire. Awesome leather pouch as well!
Great time saver for setting up camp!
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