The Terra Incognita Steel Bol 500 is a 17 fl oz (500 ml) camping bowl in 18/8 stainless steel with foldable handles, doubling as both a cooking pot over flame and a lightweight dining bowl for solo backpackers and minimalist campers. Its high-tensile 0.02-inch steel wall heats quickly and stands up to open campfires and high-output gas stoves, while the folding stainless handles collapse flat to shrink pack volume. At just 3.8 oz (109 g), it is light enough for weight-counting hikers yet rugged enough for real fireside cooking.
Terra Incognita is a European outdoor brand with more than 18 years of expedition experience and its own gear production, and the Steel Bol reflects a philosophy of gear that does more than one job. By working as both pot and bowl, it lets you carry a single durable item instead of two, which is exactly the kind of practical weight-saving that experienced trekkers value.
Who is the Steel Bol 500 designed for?
The Steel Bol 500 is built for solo backpackers, minimalist campers, and bikepackers who want one vessel that cooks and serves. Its campfire compatibility appeals to those who cook over wood rather than only gas. Because it doubles as a bowl, it is also a smart addition to a shared cook kit, giving each person a durable, flame-safe dish that stacks neatly with the group's gear.
How does the Steel Bol 500 perform over a flame?
On the trail, the bowl heats fast over flame thanks to the thin, high-tensile 18/8 steel, so you spend less fuel bringing water to a boil. The folding handles let you lift it off the fire without a separate pot gripper, then fold away for packing. When the meal is cooked you eat straight from the same vessel, which means fewer dishes and less cleanup at camp.
How do you clean the Steel Bol 500?
Stainless steel is low-maintenance, but a little care keeps the Bol performing. Let it cool before washing to avoid warping, then clean with warm water and a non-abrasive pad; the food-safe alloy will not hold flavors between meals. After cooking over an open fire, some soot on the base is normal and wipes off. Fold the handles flat and nest it with your cookset for transport.
Specifications
| Characteristic | Steel Bol 500 |
| Volume (US) | 17 fl oz |
| Volume (EU) | 500 ml |
| Weight (US) | 3.8 oz |
| Weight (EU) | 109 g |
| Dimensions (US) | ∅4.9 × 2.1 in |
| Dimensions (EU) | ∅125 × 54 mm |
| Steel Thickness (US) | 0.02 in |
| Steel Thickness (EU) | 0.5 mm |
| Main Material | Food-Grade 18/8 Stainless Steel |
| Handle Type | Space-Saving Foldable Handles |
| Compatible Heat Sources | Open Fire, Gas Stoves, Multi-Fuel Burners |
| Best Use | Ultralight Backpacking, Hiking, Solo Camping |
| Product Type | Camping Cooking & Dining Bowl |
Key features
- Multi-fuel ready - safe over open campfires and high-output gas stoves for flexible backcountry cooking.
- Dual-function design - it works as a cooking pot and a dining bowl, cutting the number of items you carry.
- Folding stainless handles - they fold flat to minimize pack volume and stay easy to grip while cooking.
- Industrial 18/8 steel - the 0.02-inch high-tensile wall gives strong durability and rapid, even heating.
- Ultralight 3.8 oz - at 109 g it slots onto minimalist gear lists without weighing you down.
- 17 fl oz capacity - the 500 ml volume suits a solo meal, soup, or a generous hot drink.
Who makes it
Terra Incognita has spent more than 18 years running trips and expeditions and manufacturing its own outdoor gear, so this model comes off the brand's own production line rather than a rebadged catalog. Every item carries a 12-month manufacturer warranty, and the design is tested in the field by the people who guide the trips.
Steel Bol 500 FAQ
Can you cook over a fire with the Steel Bol?
Yes, the Steel Bol 500 is safe to use over open campfires and high-output gas stoves. Its industrial 0.02-inch 18/8 stainless steel construction withstands direct flame and heats rapidly, so it works as a genuine cooking pot, not just a dining bowl.
How much does the Steel Bol 500 weigh?
The Steel Bol 500 weighs just 3.8 oz (109 g), making it an ultralight choice for minimalist gear lists. Despite the low weight, the high-tensile stainless steel stays durable enough for repeated cooking over fire and stove.
Is 500 ml big enough for one person?
Yes, the 500 ml (17 fl oz) capacity is well suited to a single serving. It holds a solo meal, a portion of soup, or a generous hot drink, which makes it ideal for one backpacker cooking and eating from the same vessel.
Is the stainless steel food safe?
Yes, the Steel Bol is made from food-grade 18/8 stainless steel. This corrosion-resistant, hygienic alloy will not leach flavors or rust, so food and drinks stay clean and pure whether you use it as a pot or a bowl.
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The Terra Incognita Steel Bol 500 is a 17 fl oz (500 ml) camping bowl in 18/8 stainless steel with foldable handles, doubling as both a cooking pot over flame and a lightweight dining bowl for solo backpackers and minimalist campers. Its high-tensile 0.02-inch steel wall heats quickly and stands up to open campfires and high-output gas stoves, while the folding stainless handles collapse flat to shrink pack volume. At just 3.8 oz (109 g), it is light enough for weight-counting hikers yet rugged enough for real fireside cooking.
Terra Incognita is a European outdoor brand with more than 18 years of expedition experience and its own gear production, and the Steel Bol reflects a philosophy of gear that does more than one job. By working as both pot and bowl, it lets you carry a single durable item instead of two, which is exactly the kind of practical weight-saving that experienced trekkers value.
Who is the Steel Bol 500 designed for?
The Steel Bol 500 is built for solo backpackers, minimalist campers, and bikepackers who want one vessel that cooks and serves. Its campfire compatibility appeals to those who cook over wood rather than only gas. Because it doubles as a bowl, it is also a smart addition to a shared cook kit, giving each person a durable, flame-safe dish that stacks neatly with the group's gear.
How does the Steel Bol 500 perform over a flame?
On the trail, the bowl heats fast over flame thanks to the thin, high-tensile 18/8 steel, so you spend less fuel bringing water to a boil. The folding handles let you lift it off the fire without a separate pot gripper, then fold away for packing. When the meal is cooked you eat straight from the same vessel, which means fewer dishes and less cleanup at camp.
How do you clean the Steel Bol 500?
Stainless steel is low-maintenance, but a little care keeps the Bol performing. Let it cool before washing to avoid warping, then clean with warm water and a non-abrasive pad; the food-safe alloy will not hold flavors between meals. After cooking over an open fire, some soot on the base is normal and wipes off. Fold the handles flat and nest it with your cookset for transport.
Specifications
| Characteristic | Steel Bol 500 |
| Volume (US) | 17 fl oz |
| Volume (EU) | 500 ml |
| Weight (US) | 3.8 oz |
| Weight (EU) | 109 g |
| Dimensions (US) | ∅4.9 × 2.1 in |
| Dimensions (EU) | ∅125 × 54 mm |
| Steel Thickness (US) | 0.02 in |
| Steel Thickness (EU) | 0.5 mm |
| Main Material | Food-Grade 18/8 Stainless Steel |
| Handle Type | Space-Saving Foldable Handles |
| Compatible Heat Sources | Open Fire, Gas Stoves, Multi-Fuel Burners |
| Best Use | Ultralight Backpacking, Hiking, Solo Camping |
| Product Type | Camping Cooking & Dining Bowl |
Key features
- Multi-fuel ready - safe over open campfires and high-output gas stoves for flexible backcountry cooking.
- Dual-function design - it works as a cooking pot and a dining bowl, cutting the number of items you carry.
- Folding stainless handles - they fold flat to minimize pack volume and stay easy to grip while cooking.
- Industrial 18/8 steel - the 0.02-inch high-tensile wall gives strong durability and rapid, even heating.
- Ultralight 3.8 oz - at 109 g it slots onto minimalist gear lists without weighing you down.
- 17 fl oz capacity - the 500 ml volume suits a solo meal, soup, or a generous hot drink.
Who makes it
Terra Incognita has spent more than 18 years running trips and expeditions and manufacturing its own outdoor gear, so this model comes off the brand's own production line rather than a rebadged catalog. Every item carries a 12-month manufacturer warranty, and the design is tested in the field by the people who guide the trips.
Steel Bol 500 FAQ
Can you cook over a fire with the Steel Bol?
Yes, the Steel Bol 500 is safe to use over open campfires and high-output gas stoves. Its industrial 0.02-inch 18/8 stainless steel construction withstands direct flame and heats rapidly, so it works as a genuine cooking pot, not just a dining bowl.
How much does the Steel Bol 500 weigh?
The Steel Bol 500 weighs just 3.8 oz (109 g), making it an ultralight choice for minimalist gear lists. Despite the low weight, the high-tensile stainless steel stays durable enough for repeated cooking over fire and stove.
Is 500 ml big enough for one person?
Yes, the 500 ml (17 fl oz) capacity is well suited to a single serving. It holds a solo meal, a portion of soup, or a generous hot drink, which makes it ideal for one backpacker cooking and eating from the same vessel.
Is the stainless steel food safe?
Yes, the Steel Bol is made from food-grade 18/8 stainless steel. This corrosion-resistant, hygienic alloy will not leach flavors or rust, so food and drinks stay clean and pure whether you use it as a pot or a bowl.
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See more in Kitchen & Utensils, Cookware, Base Camp Status chair, Alu Bol 550.
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