The Original Combo (PRE ORDER)
Pre-order — current LavaBox estimate is mid-September 2026 for the Original. Handmade to order in Colorado.
Portable Ammo-Can Fire Pit and Grill System – Built for Overlanding and Outdoor Cooking
The Original LavaBox Combo combines fire, cooking, and carry into one rugged setup. Built around the ammo-can style LavaBox with the Trident Dual-Burner System, this kit delivers serious heat in a compact, field-ready package. The Over/Under Grill Thingy adds grilling versatility and a stand, while the BugOut Bag hauls the entire system with efficiency and room for extras.
"A prudent person foresees danger ahead and takes precautions. The simpleton goes blindly on and suffers the consequences. - Proverbs 27:12"
Complete Fire & Cook System
Bonfire or grill wherever the trail leads
Compact Firepower
Trident Dual-Burner outputs 280,000 BTUs
Grill & Stand in One
Over/Under Grill Thingy doubles as grate and stand
All-In-One Carry System
BugOut Bag fits your LavaBox, grill, hose, and more
Rugged and Reliable
Durable construction with simple field operation
Trusted by overlanders, campers, and backyard grillers
Compact design packs easily into vehicles or basecamp kits
Delivers consistent performance in all conditions
Built by hand in Colorado for lasting durability
What’s Included
- Original LavaBox – Ammo-can fire pit with Trident Dual-Burner System
- Over/Under Grill Thingy – Dual-purpose grill grate and stand
- BugOut Bag – Heavy-duty range bag with patch included
- 10 Hades Stones – Ultra-light ceramic insulating stones
- Regulator & Hose – Steel-braided with built-in safety shut-off
The numbers, flat and honest.
| LavaBox Dimensions | 11" L x 5.5" W x 7" H |
|---|---|
| LavaBox Weight | 7.5 lbs |
| Over/Under Weight | 12 oz |
| Fuel Output | 280,000 BTUs |
WHY YOU’RE BUYING FROM STAY READY.
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Authenticated
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Supported
Real humans on phone, text, and email — seven days a week. We carry this gear ourselves and we stand behind it.
American
HQ in California. Orders ship from our US warehouse. US-based customer care.
FOREST-SAFE PORTABLE CAMPFIRE
A campfire inside an ammo can. Born during Colorado fire season, built so the fire stays where you want it.
LavaBox was invented by Josh Thurmond — a 25-year expedition leader, raft, kayak, and climbing guide — out of Colorado during forest fire season. The idea: take a military-grade ammo can, build a propane burner inside, and you've got a fire-safe portable campfire that works during fire bans, on rafts, and anywhere an open fire isn't welcome. The team partners with Protect Our Rivers and is built around "keeping the fire alive while protecting the wild places we all depend on." Josh's title at the company is Chief Eruption Officer.
- Invented by Josh Thurmond (Chief Eruption Officer)
- Born in Colorado during forest fire season
- Portable propane campfire built into a military-grade ammo can
- Fire-safe alternative for fire bans and river trips
- Partners with Protect Our Rivers
Answers, straight up.
Product-specific questions on the left. Shopping with SRO on the right. Both open-ended — hit us if we missed one.
Why is this a pre-order when it shows stock?
LavaBox builds to order in Colorado and opens each production run for pre-sale, so the quantity you see reflects units in the current build rather than boxes sitting on a shelf. Your order reserves a unit in that run. Check the lead time on this page before ordering, and reach out if you need it by a specific date.
When will my pre-order ship?
Ship dates depend on which model you order and where it falls in the current production run. The lead time shown on this page is our most recent estimate direct from LavaBox. These are handmade in small batches and dates can move — if the timing matters for a trip or a gift, email us before you order and we will confirm the current run status.
Can I cancel a pre-order?
Yes. If the lead time no longer works for you, contact us and we will cancel and refund the order as long as it has not already shipped. We would rather cancel cleanly than have you waiting on something you needed last week.
What does the Combo add over the fire pit alone?
It packages the Original LavaBox with the accessories most people end up buying anyway, so you are set up to cook and carry from day one.
How long until it ships?
This is a pre-order built around the Original LavaBox, which LavaBox currently estimates will ship mid-September 2026. Dates are manufacturer estimates and can shift.
How long does shipping take?
Most orders process within 1–3 business days from our warehouse. From there: 5–7 business days economy, 2–3 business days expedited, or overnight if you need it fast. Free economy shipping on orders over $150 (contiguous US). Alaska, Hawaii, and Pro Eagle / freight items are quoted at checkout. You’ll get a tracking number and link the moment your order ships.
What’s your return policy?
30 days from the day your order arrives. Gear has to come back unused, with all original tags, stickers, and packaging intact. For standard items we’ll send a prepaid return label and deduct return shipping from your refund. Oversized or freight returns are on you, unless the item showed up damaged, defective, or wrong — in which case we cover it.
Refunds hit your original payment method within 10 business days of approval.
What can’t I return?
Final-sale items, gift cards, food and drink products, personal-care items, anything customized or engraved, briefs (hygiene), and hazardous materials. If you’re not sure whether something qualifies, email us before you order — we’ll tell you straight.
Do you ship outside the contiguous US?
Yes. Alaska, Hawaii, and US territories ship on freight-quoted rates calculated after checkout. International orders are available worldwide at variable rates; duties and import fees are the customer’s responsibility. EU customers get a 14-day cancellation window per EU consumer law, on top of our standard return policy.
My package arrived damaged — what now?
Email info@stayreadyoutdoors.com within 7 days of delivery with your order number and clear photos of the damage (product + packaging). We’ll replace, refund, or ship a return label on us — no back-and-forth. Damaged, defective, or wrong-item claims never cost you shipping.
Can I talk to a human before buying?
Yes. Email info@stayreadyoutdoors.com — we answer every message ourselves, usually within a few hours during business days. We carry this gear, we use this gear, and we’d rather talk you out of a kit that doesn’t fit your mission than sell you the wrong one.
Do you offer a military/first-responder discount?
Yes. Active-duty and veteran military, police, fire, EMS, and medical first responders get 10% off every order. Verify through GovX at checkout — one-time, secure, and reusable across thousands of brands. Discount applies automatically once you’re verified.