Newbie Question on Etiquette

I'm curious if off-topic questions and conversation is allowed in reference to other equipment and concepts related to hammock camping beyond just the hammocks themselves? Know many here are hikers, backpackers, car campers, 'yakers, etc. Is it kosher to ask what kind of "camping stoves" or such is being used or recommended out there or not? I don't see any actual section listed and being a "newbie," I don't wish to be the troublemaker...I am usually considered!