Detour Stainless Steel Pan

Generous 26 cm cooking surface for 2-4 person meals. Family-sized frying surface.

SS + Aluminum + SS sandwich — even heat across full pan surface, no hot spots.

Single handle locks on for cooking, reverses for compact stowing.

Works on gas, electric, AND many induction cooktops.

Almost entirely 304 SS — most metal-heavy product in the Detour line. Built to last decades.

Designed so the 5L Detour Pot fits inside the pan for ultimate space-efficient storage.

The Detour Pan has the highest stainless steel content of any Detour Stainless Steel product: Material Split: - 99% 304 Stainless Steel (the body, base, sidewalls) - 0.8% Aluminum (the middle layer of the 3-ply base) - 0.2% Nylon (the Click Safe click mechanism) Why 99% SS (vs the rest of Detour line): - The rest of Detour products use 77-89% SS (with significant silicone %) - The Pan is essentially solid stainless steel because: - Sidewalls don't need to collapse (unlike Pot sidewalls) - No soft elements needed (no silicone hinge) - Cookware needs to be rigid and conductive for frying - Maximum thermal mass for stable cooking temperatures Why this matters: - Heats evenly (stainless distributes heat across the surface) - Doesn't retain flavors (no plastic elements) - Withstands high heat (frying needs higher temps than boiling) - Lasts decades with proper care - More rigid feel than the collapsible products

Per STS: "the three-ply base - a layer of aluminium sandwiched between two layers of stainless steel - ensures even heat distribution for perfect temperature control while you cook." Same 3-ply construction as the 3L/5L Pots: - Outer bottom = Stainless steel (contact with stove) - Middle = Aluminum core (heat-spreading layer) - Inner top = Stainless steel (contact with food) Why 3-ply is critical for a pan: - Frying requires precise temperature control - Hot spots burn food on one side and leave it raw on the other - The aluminum core spreads heat across the entire 10" surface - "Perfect temperature control" per STS What this enables: - Pancakes cook evenly across the surface - Eggs don't stick in one spot more than another - Meat sears consistently from edge to edge - Stir-fry vegetables get the same heat - Lower burner settings still work (heat distributes evenly)

10" / 26 cm diameter is a generous fry pan size — covers most family cooking needs. Cooking capacity: - 4 eggs at once (full breakfast) - 2 chicken breasts side by side - 4 pancakes - Stir-fry for 2-3 people - Single-layer vegetables, fish fillets, etc. Compared to sizes: - 8" pan: smaller, less cooking surface, lighter - 10" pan (this): medium-large, generous for 2-4 people - 12" pan: huge, harder to maneuver, more weight - 10" is the sweet spot for most camp cooking Packed dimensions: - Open: 39.8 × 26.1 × 5.1 cm / 16 × 10 × 2 in - Packed (handle reversed): 27.1 × 26.1 × 5.1 cm / 11 × 10 × 2 in - The handle reversal saves ~12 cm of length (13 inches → 11 inches) Sidewall height: - 5.1 cm / 2 in walls = good for sautéing vegetables with stirring room - Not deep enough to deep-fry or simmer (use the Pot for that) - Pan + Pot together = complete 2-person cooking system

The pan uses a single Click Safe handle — same engineering as the Pouring Pot (A1211), vs the dual handles on the 3L/5L Pots. Why single handle? - Pans need only one grip point (you tilt with one hand) - Lighter than dual-handle pots (less metal) - Lighter overall product (~917 g vs 1.1 kg for the 3L Pot) 3-position mechanism: 1. Locked-on (cooking position) — handle clicks onto rivet point, secure for frying/sautéing 2. Reversed (stowed position) — handle flips to the underside of the pan, reducing overall length 3. Detached (cleaning position) — handle fully releases for thorough cleaning "Reversed when stowing the pan": - Flipping the handle to the underside reduces packed length from 16" to 11" (saves 5 inches) - The handle then nests inside or below the pan profile - Critical for tight storage Material: Glass-reinforced nylon + hard anodized aluminum attachment Cross-product compatibility: - Click-Safe handles work with other Detour pots (3L/5L, Pouring Pot) per FAQ - Same handle engineering across the cookware line

Per STS FAQ: "Does the Detour frying pan have a non-stick finish? No - the surface is polished stainless steel." This is critical for cooking technique: - Stainless steel cooks differently than non-stick - Requires more oil than a non-stick pan - Requires lower heat than a non-stick pan - Has the fond (browned bits) — actually a benefit for sauces Cooking techniques with SS pan: 1. Preheat the pan before adding oil (helps with fond development) 2. Add oil AFTER preheating (oil heats up across the surface) 3. Use enough oil — SS is not sticky-resistant 4. Lower temperatures than non-stick (no need for very high heat) 5. Don't move food too quickly — let it develop a crust/sear 6. Deglaze with wine or stock to capture the fond = pan sauces Why polished SS (vs brushed or coated): - Easier to clean than brushed (smoother surface) - More durable than coated (no coating to scratch or peel) - Develops fond better than coated (more surface contact) - Aesthetic: looks like professional kitchen equipment Seasoning (optional): - Some users season SS pans (similar to cast iron) - Heat oil in the pan, let it polymerize, creates a non-stick layer - Improves over time with use - Not required — STS ships unseasoned

Per STS: "Sized so the 5L Detour Collapsible Pot will fit inside the pan for space-efficient storage." The brilliant nesting design: - The 5L Pot (collapsed: 27 × 24.7 × 6.9 cm) fits inside the pan's 27.1 × 26.1 × 5.1 cm interior - Both items together take up roughly the space of just the pan - This is part of the design system — multiple products work together Why this works: - The 5L Pot's dimensions (27 × 24.7 × 6.9 cm) are slightly smaller than the Pan's interior (27.1 × 26.1 × 5.1 cm) - The Pan sidewalls are 5.1 cm tall, just barely containing the collapsed 6.9 cm Pot — but the Pot can sit tilted inside - Or the Pot fits sideways with the lid attached Practical packing for couples cookware: - Pan (base) + 5L Pot collapsed (inside) + Click Safe lid - Total packed space = the pan's space only - Plus the Bowls and Mugs from the 5-Piece Cook Set nest in the 5L Pot The complete Detour couples kitchen stacks like Russian dolls: 1. Pan (outermost — 27.1 × 26.1 × 5.1 cm) 2. 5L Pot inside (or 3L Pot for smaller) 3. Bowls and Mugs inside the pot 4. Click Safe handles lock everything Result: A complete couples kitchen in a single stack the size of a single 11" × 10" package

The Detour Pan joins the rest of the Detour Stainless Steel line as Award Winning. What makes the Pan special: - Most metal-heavy Detour product (99% SS) — built for serious cooking - Single Click Safe handle (vs dual on Pots) — lighter, purpose-built for frying - 5L Pot nests inside — clever storage engineering - Polished SS surface (no non-stick coating) — honest, durable cooking - Induction compatible — versatile for any stove

The Pan vs the Pots — different tools for different jobs: | Aspect | Detour Pot (3L/5L) | Detour Pan (10") | |---|---|---| | Type | Tall cooking vessel | Flat frying vessel | | Function | Boil, simmer, stew, sauce | Fry, sear, sauté | | Sidewall Height | ~10 cm / 4 in | 5.1 cm / 2 in | | Handles | Dual | Single | | Material Split | 86% SS + 12% sil + 2% Al | 99% SS (most metal-heavy) | | Best For | Wet cooking, pasta, rice | Dry cooking, searing, sauté | | Lid | Locks via flip-around handles | No lid (open pan) | Choose Pot for: - Boiling water (pasta, freeze-dried pouches) - Soups, stews, chilis - Rice dishes - Anything with liquid simmering Choose Pan for: - Eggs, pancakes - Searing meat - Sautéing vegetables - Stir-fry - Anything with browning/caramelization Combined: complete cooking system: - Pot for liquids - Pan for browning - Together they cover virtually all camp cooking

Auto Camping / Van Life: Primary cooking surface. Use alongside the Pot for complete meals. Boat / Yacht: Marine galley. Stainless resists corrosion. Polished surface is professional. Hunting Cabin: Big breakfasts (eggs, bacon, pancakes) for the whole crew. Heats reliably on propane. Family Camping: 10" surface serves 4 pancakes at a time — family-sized portions. Overlanding / RV: Compact when stored, generous when used. Click Safe handle secures during travel. Cabin / Cottage: Premium cookware for the cabin kitchen. Replaces flimsy camp frying pans. Van Builds: Compact 11 × 10 × 2 in packed footprint fits in shallow van drawers. NOT for backpacking — too heavy (916.7 g / 32.3 oz). Use Frontier UL for backcountry.

Detour Pot 3L/5L (STSA1212 / STSA1213): Companion for liquid cooking. 5L nests inside this Pan. Detour Pouring Pot (STSA1211): Smaller companion for sauces. Detour Essentials Camp Kitchen Kit (STSA1225): Bundles the 5L Pot + colander + boards. Add this Pan for full cooking surface. Detour 5-Piece One Pot Cook Set (STSA1223): Add this Pan for frying in addition to the existing 3L Pot setup. Detour Stainless Steel Kitchen Knife (STSA1312): Companion prep tool — chop vegetables before they hit the pan. Camp Kitchen Tool Kit (STSA1102): Folding spatula and serving spoon for flipping and serving. Detour Stainless Steel Bowls (STSA1323): Serve food directly from pan to bowls (spoon curve matches). Wilderness Wash (50ml): Field dish soap for the polished SS surface. Detour Handle Compatibility: Click Safe handles are interchangeable with other Detour pots. If you have multiple pans/pots, one handle set works across.