How much fuel is left in your stove's gas canister? (Video)

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Gas canister stoves are lightweight and simple to use. But there’s no easy way to tell how much fuel is left in the canister. Have you ever been camping or backpacking and wondered if you had enough fuel remaining to get you through the rest of your trip?

The video below, by TheOutdoorGearReview, shows you how to tell how much fuel remains in the canister after you use it. All you need is a sharpie and some water.

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