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A detour means sometimes taking the longer way on your journey; Detour cookware means you're the kind of adventurer who doesn't cut corners.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- KEY FEATURES PANEL --\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tab-panel key-panel\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eThree-Layer Base\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003eSS + Aluminum + SS sandwich construction eliminates hot spots — even heat distribution for serious cooking.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eInduction Capable\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003eWorks on gas, electric, AND many induction cooktops.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eCollapsible\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003eSidewalls fold flat — packed 6.9 cm (3L) or 6.9 cm (5L) thin for storage.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eClick Safe Handles\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003eFlip-around locks the lid during transport; fully detachable for nesting.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eFrontier-Compatible\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003eClick Safe handles interchangeable with Frontier pots — one handle set, multiple pots.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003e304 SS Body\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003eFood-grade stainless steel throughout — durable, dishwasher-tolerant (with caveat).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eSize Comparison (2 Sizes)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eThree-Layer Base — SS \/ Aluminum \/ SS Sandwich (NEW)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003eThe pot uses a \u003cstrong\u003ethree-layer base construction\u003c\/strong\u003e (also called 3-ply), the same construction used in premium domestic cookware like All-Clad and Demeyere.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a 3-layer base?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Per STS FAQ: \"a sandwich of stainless steel (for durability) and aluminum (for heat distribution) for the perfect cooking experience\"\n- Three layers bonded together:\n - \u003cstrong\u003eOuter bottom layer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel (contact with stove)\n - \u003cstrong\u003eMiddle layer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aluminum core (heat-spreading layer)\n - \u003cstrong\u003eInner top layer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless steel (contact with food)\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy 3-layer matters (vs single-ply):\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Aluminum conducts heat ~10x faster than stainless steel\n- Single-ply SS = hot spots (burns at center, cold at edges)\n- 3-ply = uniform temperature across the entire base\n- More predictable cooking temperatures\n- Less scorching, more even browning\n- Smaller burner settings still work (heat spreads efficiently)\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe 2% aluminum in the material composition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Material is 86% SS + 12% Silicone + 2% Aluminum\n- The 2% aluminum is the \u003cstrong\u003emiddle layer\u003c\/strong\u003e of the 3-ply base\n- Even small amounts of aluminum drastically improve heat distribution\n- The 12% silicone is the collapsible sidewalls (the fold mechanism)\n- The 86% SS is the structural body, base outer layers, and base inner lining\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePractical cooking results:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Simmer sauces without hot-spotting\n- Sear meat evenly across the base\n- Reduce temperatures and still cook uniformly\n- Less stirring needed\n- Deglaze confidently (no scorched bits stuck in corners)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eClick Safe Handles (3-Position Mechanism)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003eThe pot uses \u003cstrong\u003eClick Safe handles\u003c\/strong\u003e — STS's detachable handle system that locks in multiple positions:\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree positions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n1. \u003cstrong\u003eLocked-on (cooking position):\u003c\/strong\u003e Handles click onto rivet points on the pot rim — fully secure for cooking, pouring, carrying\n2. \u003cstrong\u003eLocked-off \/ reversed (transport position):\u003c\/strong\u003e Handles flip around to \u003cstrong\u003elock the lid in place\u003c\/strong\u003e — and can also secure nested tableware during transport\n3. \u003cstrong\u003eDetached (storage\/cleaning position):\u003c\/strong\u003e Handles fully release for compact nesting and thorough cleaning\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glass-reinforced nylon handles with hard anodized aluminum attachment points\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat \"secure the lid and any nesting tableware\" means:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- The pot + lid + nested bowls\/plates stack as a unit\n- Flip the handles around to lock the lid over everything\n- Nothing rattles or bounces during transport\n- Single, secured unit instead of multiple loose pieces\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCross-product compatibility (per STS FAQ):\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- \u003cstrong\u003eClick-Safe handles are interchangeable with Frontier Pots\u003c\/strong\u003e (STS Frontier cookware line)\n- Buy one set of handles, use with Detour and Frontier pots\n- Reduces cost if expanding your cookware collection\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePractical feel:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Rigid when locked on (precision pouring)\n- Heat transfers slowly through GR nylon (handles stay cool enough to grip)\n- Easy-release button (no tool needed)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eDishwasher Caveat (FAQ-DISCLOSED)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003ePer STS FAQ: \"the pot handle attachment point is hard anodized and is not dishwasher safe.\"\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat this means:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- \u003cstrong\u003ePot body:\u003c\/strong\u003e dishwasher safe (304 SS + silicone tolerate dishwasher)\n- \u003cstrong\u003eHandle attachment point (hard anodized aluminum):\u003c\/strong\u003e NOT dishwasher safe\n- Alkaline dishwasher detergents strip the anodized layer\n- Stripped anodizing leads to corrosion at the attachment\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePractical solutions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- \u003cstrong\u003eRemove Click Safe handles before dishwashing the pot\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Or hand-wash the entire pot\n- Clean the handle attachment points with a soft cloth and mild soap\n- Don't submerge the handles in water for long periods\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy this caveat exists:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- The Click Safe mechanism needs a hard, precise attachment point\n- Hard anodizing is the standard process for cookware attachment points\n- Most dishwasher detergents are alkaline (high pH)\n- The chemistry conflicts\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt's still a dishwasher-friendly product overall:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Pot body washes easily\n- Just remember to remove handles first\n- The glass-reinforced nylon handle bodies (separate from attachment points) can typically be hand-washed\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eInduction, Gas, Electric — Stove Compatibility\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll three stove types supported:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Per STS FAQ: \"Yes — they are induction compatible\"\n- The aluminum layer in the 3-ply base responds to induction fields\n- Works on most modern induction cooktops\n- Test with a magnet on the base — if it sticks, induction will work\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eGas Stoves:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Standard compatibility\n- Watch for flames extending up the silicone sidewalls\n- Keep flames within the printed base ring\n- 3-ply base resists warping from uneven heat\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectric Radiant Stoves:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Standard compatibility\n- Coil contact with the SS base works fine\n- 3-ply base distributes heat efficiently even on coil stoves\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eSpoon-Matched Curve (STS Design System)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003einside curve between the base and sidewalls\u003c\/strong\u003e has a large radius that matches \u003cstrong\u003eSea to Summit utensils\u003c\/strong\u003e — same design language as the Detour Bowl and Detour Dinnerware Set.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy the curve matters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Spoon tip matches the curve (same radius)\n- Easier to scrape the last morsel\n- Reduces food waste\n- Easier cleanup (smooth curves, no sharp corners)\n- More pleasant eating from the pot directly\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSTS utensils that fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Folding Camp Spatula \u0026amp; Serving Spoon (Camp Kitchen Tool Kit)\n- Detour utensils (sibling dinnerware)\n- Frontier UL Cutlery (3-piece or Long Handle 2-piece)\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompared to sharp-corner pots:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Sharp 90° corners trap food\n- Spoons can't reach corners\n- More waste, more scrubbing\n- The Detour curve solves both\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eCollapsible Sidewalls — Storage Savings\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003eThe pot's sidewalls are \u003cstrong\u003ecollapsible silicone\u003c\/strong\u003e — they fold flat for storage, expand to full height for cooking.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePacked size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- 3L: 23.4 × 21.2 × 6.4 cm \/ 9 × 8 × 3 in\n- 5L: 27 × 24.7 × 6.9 cm \/ 11 × 10 × 3 in\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- 3L: 33.4 × 21.2 × 10 cm \/ 13 × 8 × 4 in\n- 5L: 37 × 24.7 × 13.7 cm \/ 15 × 10 × 5 in\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eVolume reduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- 5L collapses to 6.9 cm tall (vs 13.7 cm open) = ~50% reduction\n- 3L collapses to 6.4 cm tall (vs 10 cm open) = ~36% reduction\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow it works:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- The rigid 3-ply base stays flat (it's the structural foundation)\n- The silicone sidewalls fold inward like a bellows\n- Single seam around the circumference\n- Locked rigid when expanded by the steam pressure + weight of contents\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy a collapsible pot?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Traditional rigid pots take 13+ cm of vertical storage\n- Collapsible fits in any pack pocket, drawer, RV cabinet\n- 5L of cooking capacity in a 7 cm tall stack\n- Massive space saving for van life \/ RV \/ overlanding \/ small kitchens\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eComparison: Standalone Pot vs Essentials Kit (A1225)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003eThe 5L Pot is also the heart of the \u003cstrong\u003eDetour Essentials Camp Kitchen Kit (A1225)\u003c\/strong\u003e — same pot, different buying options:\n\n| Aspect | Detour Pot (3L or 5L) | Essentials Kit (4-piece) |\n|---|---|---|\n| Includes | Pot + lid only | Pot + lid + colander + 2 cutting boards |\n| Price (5L) | $134.95 | $168.95 (includes extras) |\n| Use | Solo pot replacement, expand existing setup | First-time camp cooking setup |\n| Cutting boards | No | Yes (2 polypropylene) |\n| Colander | No | Yes (silicone) |\n| Storage | Only the pot | Everything nests together |\n| Same | Pot, Click Safe handles, 3-ply base, induction | Same |\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e5L pot standalone + bowl\/plate\/mug\/board separately\u003c\/strong\u003e would likely cost more than the kit. But you get to choose your own pieces if you already have favorites.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to buy the standalone pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- You already have colanders and cutting boards\n- You have other Detour pieces you like already\n- You want a specific size (3L or 5L) for solo use\n- You want to add a pot to existing cookware\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to buy the kit:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- First-time camp cooking setup\n- Want a complete matched bundle\n- Don't want to research individual pieces\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eClick-Safe Handles Work with Frontier Pots (NEW — CROSS-PRODUCT)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003ePer STS FAQ: \"Click-Safe handles are interchangeable\" — and they work with \u003cstrong\u003eboth Detour and Frontier pots\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy this matters:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- If you buy a Detour Pot today and a Frontier Pot later, same handles work\n- One handle set, multiple pots\n- Reduces total cost of cookware collection\n- STS is moving toward a unified Click-Safe handle system\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrontier cookware line\u003c\/strong\u003e (different from Detour):\n- Frontier Ultralight Pan\n- Frontier Ultralight Collapsible One Pot Cook Set [5 Piece]\n- Frontier Ultralight Collapsible Cup\n- Frontier Ultralight Collapsible Bowl\n- Frontier UL Cutlery Long Handle Set [2 Piece]\n- Frontier UL Cutlery Set [3 Piece]\n\nThese are the \u003cstrong\u003eultralight\/backpacking\u003c\/strong\u003e line — lighter aluminum construction vs Detour's stainless. Click-Safe handles are the universal attachment across both STS cookware lines.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePractical use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Buy Detour for car camping (premium stainless)\n- Buy Frontier for backpacking (light aluminum)\n- One set of Click-Safe handles fits both\n- Travel lighter by using the same handles across activities\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eBest Use Cases\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuto Camping \/ Van Life:\u003c\/strong\u003e IDEAL primary use. Collapsible for tight storage; 3-ply base for serious cooking; Click Safe handles lock everything during transport.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily Camping:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5L is the perfect capacity for 4-6 person meals. Stews, chili, pasta, soups.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eHunting Cabin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Durable for daily use over wood\/propane stove. Big enough for batch cooking.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoat \/ Yacht:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marine galley-ready. Stainless resists corrosion. Lid-locking handles keep things quiet underway.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eRV Camping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Even small RV kitchens fit the collapsed pot. Use on propane or electric stoves.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolo Backcountry (3L):\u003c\/strong\u003e Possible but heavier than ultralight alternatives. 3L is at the upper end of what's backpackable for serious trips.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoil-in-Bag Backpacking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Either size works — boil water for freeze-dried pouches. 5L handles 2-3 pouches simultaneously.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eHome Emergency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Backup for power outages. Cook meals on a camp stove.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eCompatible Accessories\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetour Stainless Steel Collapsible Kettle (A1215):\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair for boiling water tasks separate from cooking (coffee + stew simultaneously).\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetour Dinnerware Set (A1325):\u003c\/strong\u003e Eat from matched bowls when using the pot. Lid-locking handles + nested dinnerware = single secured stack for transport.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetour Stainless Steel Bowl (A1323):\u003c\/strong\u003e Single-bowl matching for solo use.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetour Essentials Camp Kitchen Kit (A1225):\u003c\/strong\u003e If you need cutting boards + colander, the kit is more economical than buying separately.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrontier Cookware (STS):\u003c\/strong\u003e Click Safe handles work with Frontier pots — buy handles once, use across the STS cookware line.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCamp Kitchen Tool Kit (STSA1102):\u003c\/strong\u003e Folding spatula and serving spoon match the pot curve. Pair for the complete cook system.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWilderness Wash (50ml):\u003c\/strong\u003e Field cleaning soap for the pot.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eReplacement Click-Safe Handles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Available from STS if your originals wear out.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SPECIFICATIONS PANEL --\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tab-panel specs-panel\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec-category\"\u003ePerformance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003e3 L (serves 1-2) · 5 L (serves 4-6)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eBest Use\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eAuto camping, Van life, Overlanding, RV camping, Family camping, Hunting cabin, Boat\/yacht, Cabin cooking, Solo backcountry (3L)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eActivity Tier\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eMidweight \/ Compact storage (collapses to 9 × 8 × 3 in or 11 × 10 × 3 in)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eGroup Size\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003e3L: 1-2 people · 5L: 4-6 people\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eStove Compatibility\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eInduction · Radiant Electric · Gas\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eMicrowave Safe\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eNo (metal)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eDishwasher Safe\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003ePot body: Yes (with caveat) · Handle attachment: NO (hard anodized degrades in alkaline detergent)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec-category\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eMaterial Composition\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003e86% 304 Stainless Steel + 12% Silicone + 2% Aluminium\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eStainless Steel Grade\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003e304 (food-grade, industry-standard)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eBase Construction\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eThree-layer (SS + Aluminum + SS sandwich) for even heat distribution\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eAluminum Role\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eMiddle layer of 3-ply base — heat-spreading core\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eSilicone Role\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eCollapsible sidewalls (the fold mechanism)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eLid\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eIncluded · locks via flip-around Click Safe handles during transport\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eHandles\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eDual Click Safe (glass-reinforced nylon, hard anodized aluminum attachment) — interchangeable with Frontier Pots\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec-category\"\u003eSizes \u0026amp; Dimensions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003e3 L Pot\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eOpen: 33.4 × 21.2 × 10 cm \/ 13 × 8 × 4 in · Packed: 23.4 × 21.2 × 6.4 cm \/ 9 × 8 × 3 in · Weight 869 g \/ 30.7 oz · $111.95\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003e5 L Pot\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eOpen: 37 × 24.7 × 13.7 cm \/ 15 × 10 × 5 in · Packed: 27 × 24.7 × 6.9 cm \/ 11 × 10 × 3 in · Weight 1131.4 g \/ 39.9 oz · $134.95\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec-category\"\u003eProfile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eSea to Summit (Australian outdoor gear, founded 1983, Boulder CO US HQ)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eCategory\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eCookware \/ Collapsible Pots \/ Camp Cookware \/ 3-Ply Premium Pots\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eLaunch\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003e24NewProduct (launched 2024), MAY_25 carryover — current model in Overlanding Collection\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eAwards\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eAward Winning (industry design awards for collapsible cookware innovation)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003ePosition in STS Lineup\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003eStandalone 3L\/5L collapsible stainless pot — same as the 5L in Essentials Camp Kitchen Kit (A1225)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-key\"\u003eSustainability\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-val\"\u003e304 SS + aluminum both recyclable; durable construction extends product life\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- CARE PANEL --\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"tab-panel care-panel\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eDishwasher Use (FAQ-DISCLOSED)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePer STS FAQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"No - the pot handle attachment point is hard anodized and is not dishwasher safe.\"\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePer-component:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePot Body — DISHWASHER SAFE (with caveat):\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- 304 SS tolerates dishwasher temperatures\n- Silicone sidewalls tolerate dishwasher\n- BUT the \u003cstrong\u003ehandle attachment rivets\u003c\/strong\u003e are on the pot body and are hard anodized\n- The hard anodized layer degrades in alkaline dishwasher detergent\n- Practical solution: detach handles before dishwashing the pot\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eClick Safe Handles — NOT dishwasher safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Hard anodized aluminum attachment points react with alkaline dishwasher detergent\n- The anodized layer can be stripped\n- Hand-wash the handle attachment with a soft cloth + mild soap\n- The GR nylon handle body itself can likely be hand-washed\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePractical approach:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n1. Press release button on each handle\n2. Slide handles off the attachment points\n3. Load pot body into dishwasher normally\n4. Hand-wash the handles separately\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eStove Compatibility \u0026amp; Cooking\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Per STS FAQ: \"Yes — they are induction compatible\"\n- The aluminum middle layer responds to induction\n- Test with a magnet on the base — strong attraction = induction will work\n- If the magnet only weakly attracts, induction may not work on that specific stove\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eGas Stoves:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Standard compatibility\n- Keep flames within the printed base ring\n- Don't straddle the burner between two flames\n- 3-ply base resists warping from hot spots\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectric Radiant:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Standard compatibility\n- Use medium heat for best results (3-ply distributes heat efficiently)\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCooking techniques unlocked by 3-ply:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Searing at high heat (uniform browning)\n- Simmering at low heat (no hot spots)\n- Reduction (steady evaporation)\n- Deglazing (no scorched bits)\n- Less stirring needed (heat reaches all areas)\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-heat safety:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Always add liquid or food before heating\n- Empty heating damages the aluminum layer + silicone seam\n- Even a small amount of oil\/water is sufficient\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eThree-Layer Base Care\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3-ply base\u003c\/strong\u003e is similar to high-end domestic cookware (All-Clad, Demeyere) but collapsible for outdoor use.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Don't heat the empty pot — can damage the aluminum core\n- Don't use metal scouring pads on the inside (scratches the SS layer)\n- Don't bang the pot on hard surfaces (can dent and warp the 3-ply layers)\n- Clean with non-abrasive sponge or soft cloth\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat tinting (cosmetic):\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Blue\/gold tints can develop on the base from heat exposure\n- Cosmetic only, doesn't affect function\n- Remove with stainless cleaner (Bar Keepers Friend) or vinegar\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eStain removal:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Bar Keepers Friend restores luster\n- Or baking soda + warm water paste\n- Avoid steel wool (scratches SS surface)\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy scale (hard water):\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Boil 1:1 water:white vinegar solution\n- Cool, scrub with non-abrasive sponge\n- Rinse thoroughly\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-seasoning (optional):\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Some users pre-season the SS surface with oil\n- Improves initial non-stick behavior\n- Not required (304 SS is food-safe without)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eClick Safe Handles \u0026amp; Lock Mechanism\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle attachment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Snap onto rivet points on the pot rim\n- Should click into locked position\n- Test by gently pulling before each use\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLock for transport:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Flip the handles around the pot rim\n- Handles lock the lid in place\n- Lid + any nested tableware stays secured\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrontier pot compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Per STS FAQ: Click-Safe handles fit Frontier pots too\n- One handle set works for Detour + Frontier cookware lines\n- Reduces total cookware cost\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Forcing handles into wrong positions\n- Using handles as pry bars\n- Hammering them into place\n- Carrying by one handle (use both for stability)\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning handle attachment points:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Wipe with damp cloth after each use\n- Don't submerge in water\n- Keep hard anodized layer intact (no abrasives)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eStainless Steel Care\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e304 Stainless Steel\u003c\/strong\u003e is among the easiest materials to maintain:\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoutine care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Wash with soap and water after use\n- Dry promptly to avoid water spots\n- Buff with soft cloth for shine\n- Check the 3-ply base occasionally for separation or warping\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiscoloration on base (heat tinting):\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Normal blue\/gold tint from heat exposure\n- Cosmetic, doesn't affect function\n- Remove with stainless cleaner or vinegar\n- Develops faster on the 3-ply base than sidewalls\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eStain removal:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Bar Keepers Friend restores luster\n- Or baking soda + warm water paste\n- Avoid steel wool (scratches SS)\n- Avoid bleach (pits over time)\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy scale (boiling hard water):\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Boil water:white vinegar 1:1\n- Cool, scrub with non-abrasive sponge\n- Rinse thoroughly (multiple water-only boils)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eSilicone Sidewalls Care\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSilicone sidewalls\u003c\/strong\u003e form the collapsible mechanism:\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Open the pot fully to expose the silicone seam\n- Wipe with soapy water + cloth\n- For stuck food: soak in warm soapy water briefly, then wipe\n- Don't use abrasive cleaners (roughens silicone)\n- Make sure no residue before collapsing for storage\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Sharp objects (knives, forks) against silicone\n- Excessive force when expanding\/collapsing\n- High-concentration bleach (degrades silicone)\n- Punctures from metal utensils\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Silicone tolerates boiling water + most cooking temps\n- Don't expose to open flame (degrades over time)\n- Don't microwave (metal nearby = sparks)\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eReplacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- If the seam ever tears, contact STS for replacement\n- Most users never tear it (with normal care)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-title\"\u003eAvoid These Failure Modes\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-desc\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDon't:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n- Microwave the pot (metal = sparks)\n- Heat the empty pot (damages 3-ply\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sea to Summit","offers":[{"title":"Laurel Wreath \/ 3L","offer_id":52743302381888,"sku":"A1212","price":111.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Moonstruck \/ 5L","offer_id":52743302414656,"sku":"A1213","price":134.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0446\/7487\/5549\/files\/A1212_18def8e3-b1f8-421a-9feb-19010f497ab5.jpg?v=1783364264","url":"https:\/\/spokex.com\/products\/sea-to-summit-detour-stainless-steel-collapsible-pot","provider":"SX Collective","version":"1.0","type":"link"}