Water
Water carry and water treatment
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Dromlite Bladder 6L
A collapsible 6-litre water reservoir from MSR that packs flat when empty to save space. The durable build and multi-use cap suit backpacking and group camping where a portable water store is needed.
Hydrapak Flux Collapsible Bottle 1L
A one-litre collapsible water bottle that is about half the weight of a hard bottle and packs down to pocket size when empty. A spill-proof twist cap with a high-flow nozzle tops it off, and the 42mm thread takes standard water filters.
Mazama M!GO Bottle 1L 28mm Ultralight Water Bottle
A 1L soft, squeezable water bottle built as a collaboration between Mazama Designs and Miranda Goes Outside. It uses a standard 28mm thread, so it pairs with common filters and caps, and the flexible body packs down flat when empty. Weighs about 132 grams. Suited to hiking and everyday carry.
MSR Dromedary hydration kit Straw
An accessory that converts MSR Dromedary and DromLite water bags into a hands-free hydration system. A hose and bite valve let you drink on the move without unpacking the water bag.
Nalgene Water Bladder and Straw
A flexible Nalgene bladder paired with a drinking hose so you can sip on the move. Collapses down as it empties and doubles as extra water capacity in camp.
Nalgene Wide Mouth Bottle 1L
The classic Nalgene wide-mouth bottle in tough HDPE. The 1-quart size holds plenty of water, the wide mouth is easy to fill and clean, and it is famously hard to destroy. A simple, leak-proof bottle that lasts for years.
Salomon Soft Reservoir 2L
A flexible 2-litre hydration bladder for running vests and hiking packs. It shrinks as you drink, which reduces water sloshing and frees up space in the pack.
Sawyer Squeeze Filter
A hollow-fibre water filter weighing just 85 grams that removes 99.99999% of bacteria and 99.9999% of protozoa without chemicals, pumping or wait time. The membrane is rated to millions of litres and stays effective with regular backflushing. It comes with BPA-free collapsible pouches that pack flat when empty.
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