I’m always looking for ways to take weight and bulk out of my camp kitchen. A lighter pack makes for a better walk, and every gram adds up. On my last trip I got fed up with handling hot pots and pans with a multi-tool or a flimsy stick. I wanted something simple that works and weighs next to nothing, and that’s how I ended up with the Boundless Voyage Titanium Tongs. I’ve used them on a few recent overnighters, and here’s what I found.
What’s in the box
A pair of very light titanium tongs for handling hot items and small pieces of food in a minimalist camp kitchen or on a hike.
What we like
- Almost weightless (23 g)
- Pure titanium construction
- Sleek minimalist design
- Excellent for small items
- Clips onto pack or gear
What we don’t
- Requires a firm grip
- Not suitable for large items
- Can get hot with campfire
Quick Specs
| Spec | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Boundless Voyage |
| Material | Titanium |
| Colour | Titanium |
| Weight | 23 g |
| Length | 16.5 cm |
| Features | MultipurposeAnti-scaldingRust-proof |
First look
The first thing I noticed out of the box was the weight. At 23 grams they feel almost like a toy; you nearly forget you’re holding them. The design is minimal: one piece of titanium with a smooth matte finish. There are no joints or moving parts, just a C-shaped curve that gives the tension.
I was a bit sceptical at first, because they look so plain. The more I used them, the more I saw that the simplicity is the point. There’s nothing to break and nothing to clog with dirt, and they clip onto a pack or a pot. The ends are slightly rough, which gives more grip than you’d expect, right where you need it.
Materials & Build QualityMaterials & Build Quality
Titanium is a great material for outdoor gear, and these tongs show why. They’re cut from a single sheet of pure titanium. It’s very strong for its weight and still flexes enough to work as a tong without feeling flimsy. With no hinges, springs or screws, nothing can fail or fall off on the trail.
I’ve had other folding tools with tiny rivets that worked loose over time. That can’t happen here. The finish is good too: it wipes clean, doesn’t hold food smells and can’t rust, which suits a wet climate or leaving them outside. The edges are smooth, with no rough spots.
Ergonomics & WeightErgonomics & Weight
The weight is the standout. At 23 grams they almost vanish in a pack or a pot, which will please anyone who counts grams. They’re 16.5 cm long, so they slip into a side pocket of my backpack or sit inside a cook pot.
The C-shape works well in the hand. You need a bit of pressure for a firm grip, which is worth knowing for heavier items, but for most camp kitchen jobs they feel natural. The serrated tips grip everything from hot coals to dehydrated food packets. Titanium also conducts heat slowly. I’ve picked a small coal out of a fire and the handles stayed cool, so I can handle pots and fire jobs without gloves and without getting close to the flame.
Performance & FeaturesPerformance & Features
I’ve used these tongs for all sorts of jobs on recent trips, and they’ve done better than I expected. They look like salad tongs, but they’re best at tending a fire and handling small, hot things. I used them to place kindling and charcoal in my small fire pit, which would have been clumsy with a stick and dangerous by hand. With the coffee pot on the stove, I lifted the lid with them to check the water without burning my fingers.
They’re good with food too: picking up slices of halloumi, or turning small pieces of meat or vegetables on a small grill plate over the fire. They’re long enough to keep your hand away from the heat, and the tips have gripped everything I’ve tried. They won’t flip a big steak or a full burger patty, but for the small-scale cooking you do on a hike, they’re very handy.
Conclusion: Boundless Voyage Titanium Multipurpose TongConclusion
The Boundless Voyage titanium tongs are simple and well made. At 23 grams they add almost nothing to a pack, and pure titanium means they won’t rust and should last for years. They need a firm grip, they don’t suit large items and they come without a pouch. For a lightweight camp kitchen, they do their job very well.
Simple, well-made tongs that add almost nothing to a pack.
At 23 g in one piece of titanium they won't rust, should last for years and are at their best with small items. They need a firm grip, don't suit large items and come without a pouch.
- Ultralight
- Backpackers
- Hikers
Yes. Titanium tongs at 23 g that clip onto your pack are a lot of bang for your buck. They need a firm grip and aren’t suited to large items.
