While a purifier isn’t always necessary for U.S.-based backpacking, ultralight backpackers are known to take their philosophy into other aspects of life, like travel or day hikes in foreign places. The purifiers below are best for those who want a foolproof water treatment system, no matter...
Expert water purifier reviews from the gear testers at Backpacker Magazine. We test the latest water purifiers in rigorous backcountry conditions.
It’s heavy and bulky, even factoring in that it allows you to bring one less water bottle. We probably wouldn’t take the Geopress or its smaller sibling, the Ultrapress, on a backpacking trip, but for day hikes and travel it’s hard to beat. (Photo: Courtesy MSR) Best for Really...
The Lifesaver Bottle was designed for the developing world, featuring an all-in-one portable water purifier that could provide clean drinking water for the 3 billion people that need it at a total investment of $20 billion. Makes you want to donate, doesn’t it?
Which water bottle is the healthiest? Stainless steel or glass water bottles are the healthiest because they are natural and chemical-free. Some plastic water bottles can expose you to chemicals when the material is under the hot sun for too long. If you opt for a plastic water bottle, look...
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Below are our top water bottle picks for 2024, from classic hard-sided plastic models and ultralight and collapsible designs great for backpacking to premium insulated bottles built to keep your liquids at just the right temperature. For more background information, see our water bottle comparison ...
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But it’s still a good collapsible filtered water bottle, and I recommend it if you want to stay hydrated without having to think about the quality of the water you drink. GRAYL UltraPress Water Purifier & Filter Bottle for Hiking, Backpacking, and Travel (Forager Moss) ...
Best filtered water bottle for backpacking:LifeStraw Peak Series Collapsible Squeeze 1L Bottle Best filtered water bottle for international travel:Waatr CrazyCap Pro When you’re hot, sweaty and in the middle of a big adventure in thegreat outdoors, you want the best filteredwater bottleyou ca...