Frontier UL Collapsible Pouring Pot: Boil and Pour Without Spills

Quick answer

Set the Frontier UL Collapsible Pouring Pot on a level, stable surface, extend the silicone sidewalls fully, and use the pouring spout with a slow, controlled tilt. Keep the lid secured with LidKeep when carrying, and always pour away from your body and gear.

Step-by-step: boil and pour with the Frontier UL Pot

1. Extend the sidewalls fully: Before adding water, pull the silicone sidewalls up until they are fully extended and the pot stands rigid. A common mistake is leaving one section folded, which reduces capacity and makes the pot unstable when full. Check that the base sits flat and the rim is even before you fill.
2. Fill to a safe level: Add water to no more than about two-thirds of the extended pot's capacity. This leaves room for boiling and makes the pour spout easier to control. Overfilling is the most common cause of spills when pouring hot water. If you need more hot water, boil a second batch rather than filling to the rim.
3. Boil on a stable stove setup: Place the pot on a level stove surface and keep the flame within the base diameter. The aluminum base spreads heat quickly, so watch for a rolling boil and avoid leaving the pot unattended. A common mistake is using a stove that is too small or uneven, which can tip a full pot. Test the stove setup with the empty pot before you light it.
4. Secure the lid with LidKeep: Use the LidKeep feature to keep the lid attached while you check the boil or move the pot. Do not fully seal a boiling pot; allow steam to escape. A common mistake is gripping a loose lid with bare fingers and getting burned. Keep a cloth or glove handy for the lid and handles.
5. Set the pot on a level, heat-safe surface: After boiling, move the pot to a stable, heat-safe spot before pouring. The aluminum base retains heat, so never set it directly on a cold rock or plastic table. A common mistake is pouring while the pot is still on the stove, which increases tip risk. Clear your pouring area before you lift the pot.
6. Pour slowly with the spout aimed away from you: Hold the pot with both hands if possible, tilt gradually, and aim the spout into the container. Pour away from your body and gear. A common mistake is rushing the pour; a slow, steady tilt gives you more control and reduces splashing. Pause halfway to let the liquid settle if the container is narrow.
7. Collapse only after the pot cools: Let the pot cool completely before collapsing the silicone sidewalls. Collapsing a hot pot can trap steam and distort the shape. A common mistake is packing the pot immediately after use, which can also transfer heat to nearby gear. Wipe the base dry before collapsing to keep your pack clean.

Product facts

• Frontier UL Collapsible Pouring Pot: EU food-grade silicone rubber sidewalls collapse for packing and extend for cooking. You can pack the pot flat, but you must fully extend the sidewalls before boiling so the pot holds its shape and volume.

  

• Frontier UL Collapsible Pouring Pot: The hard-anodized aluminum alloy base spreads heat quickly and efficiently. Boiling starts faster on a camp stove, but the base stays hot after you remove the pot, so set it on a safe surface.
• Frontier UL Collapsible Pouring Pot: The alloy lid includes LidKeep, a patent-pending feature for keeping the lid attached. You are less likely to lose the lid or burn your fingers when checking boiling progress or pouring.