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I am looking to purchase a filtered water bottle for the trips to the streams. Want to be able to dunk the bottle in the stream or lake and feel reasonably safe when drinking the water. Any thoughts or opinions on this.....?
Thanks in advance
Bernie
AAHHHHH.....heading should read FILTERED
I've been using an Aquamira filter bottle for about 10 years and have never felt the wrath of Montezuma:
http://www.trailspace.com/gear/aquam...le-and-filter/
I've changed the filter 4 times, which is probably overkill (it's rated for 50 gallons before replacement). Only negative was that the plastic guard cap came off within the 1st year; doesn't effect performance.
Regards,
Scott
I've got the older katadyn that you have to squeeze (can't sip) and it's definitely handier than carrying water, but took a decent amount of effort to get some water (you had to squeeze it with both hands pretty much). I see they have a newer one that you can sip on, so that may make it easier.
One word of caution is that it's not a water purifier. It'll get most cooties out of the water, but not chemicals or viruses. So use caution if you're around farmland. I use mine on backpacking trips as a backup in case my main filter goes out.
I also have the squeeze type Katadyn with the Virustat filter. So far in four years no problems. It is a little slow to get a good drink so I carry an empty water bottle that I squeeze it into to drink from.
I've used the Katadyn for about 10 years and no problems Less weight than a filled bottle and I always have cold water available. The squeezing doesn't bother me. One good squeeze is a mouthful of water.
Thanks to all for the replies. Gives me option.
Bernie
Uhhhh, Bernie.......:shock:
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Ya done good Heritage...you made me laugh first thing in the morning.....can you make the sleet and snow forecast stop so I can go try out my new Simms boots and Winston rod?
Please?
Bernie
Filter purifications systems are passe.
I've used a Steripen for several years now. I think it is the best water purification system. No filters to buy. No filters that can go bad. No iodine pills that affect the taste.
Steripen kills viruses as well as Giardia and bacteria. I carry my Steripen in my Nalgene bottle with an extra set of batteries. I take it on trips to Mexico or anywhere the water is suspect. You can use it in a restaurant to purify the glass of water they bring.
I've never gotten sick since buying by Steripen.
http://www.steripen.com/
How long does the steripen take to work and what volume of water can it treat at once? Can you stick it in a two-liter bladder?
That is very cool. I could see using that on backpacking trips but just for something to carry in my vest the bottle seems more conveniant and much cheaper.
90 seconds to sterilize a quart and 60 seconds for a pint. It has green and red indicator lights to tell you when it is working and if the sterilization is successful. You need to see the tube and the indicator lights so I don't think a 2 liter bladder would work. There is no option to sterilize 2 liters with is twice the maximum of a quart at a time.Quote:
Originally Posted by gutbomb
I do not have a filter system yet, but have thought about it for the on-stream situation as you describe. When looking at them I did learn something important from the sale staff. Regarding the filter system, one needs to decide how often the filter will be used and over what time period.
Apparently there are ones that are good for several uses over a week, but really never dry out after - so they need to be discarded, and therefore are not as practical for only one day on the stream every two weeks - they're better for a camping trip. Others have filters that are replaced every use - or after only a quart (litre) of water, so are more practical (economical) for single day use.
Just something to keep in mind and ask about when making the purchase decision.
Some filters can be stored in a freezer between uses but you still have to keep track of how many uses they have left. It's easier to just take the batteries out of my Steripen between uses.