A SteriPEN is a must-have for anyone going anywhere with questionable water sources, and uses ultraviolet (UV) light to destroy bacteria’s ability to reproduce rather than filtration or chemical treatments. Whether your source is a clear running brook or a hotel tap, SteriPEN destroys viruses, bacteria and protozoa, including giardia, salmonella and cryptosporidium, in under…
The latest water filter from clean water experts MSR is the Trailshot – a fantastically lightweight and user-friendly unit that has been designed to be carried easily in a side-pocket for on-the-go use by superlight hikers and trail runners/adventure racers. The hollow fibre membrane blocks any nasties bigger than 0.2 microns which includes bacteria and…
Given the amount of enquiries we fielded, we just had to start stocking the Sawyer Water Filter Systems. The Squeeze is their classic filter: lightweight, compact, durable and simple to use. Instructions:
SimPure’s Gravity Water Filter Filtration System is backpacking portable with a gravity-fed bag. The gravity-fed water storage bag can filter up to 5,000 litres. With a flow rate of 27 liters per hour, the gravity water filter can meet the all-day demand for outdoor water drinking.
Drink directly from lakes, rivers, and streams with Lifestraws’s Personal Water Filter Straw or fill a container to use your straw water filter on the go with protection against bacteria, parasites, microplastics, silt, sand, and cloudiness. The Enhanced microfilter performance helps to reduce clogging from sand and siltfor better flow rate. It’s lightweight and durable,…
Love Camelbak, but want a completely leak-proof bottle Well they’ve invented the Chute just for you. Rather than use the straw design of the Eddy bottle, the Chute uses a more traditional screw-top lid to prevent leaks. It’s niftier than a boring old run-of-the-mill bottle though – the cap stows next to the carry handle…
Bottle sleeve with insulation that zips closed for total bottle protection. Keeps cold water cold and hot water hot. A rubberized hook and handle makes it easy to carry. Features
Water is important to life; you don’t want to see it leaking into the desert sands after rupturing your reservoir. The good news is that that scenario is unlikely to occur if you’re using an MSR Dromlite bag as your reservoir! The Dromlites are the toughest lightweight reservoirs on the market, made from 200D Cordura…
Lifesystem’s Gravity Water Filter System 3L is the simple, lightweight and compactible option for back-country camping and backpacking. The optimized filtration cartridge boasts a high flow rate and ability to remove sand and silt without clogging. The water storage bag is made from premium materials for extra durability so it can stand up to the…
The 500ml Laken Wide Mouth Laken Classic Thermo is one of the most useful things you’ll throw in your rucksack. Hot summer days and cold winter mornings will thank you for it. It’s high performance vacuum insulation and the 18/8 grade stainless steel will keep your drinks refreshingly cold all day or hot for at…
Bottles are old hat – what you need is a soft, foldable bottle with a bite valve, especially if you’re planning on running those trails! Source’s Jet flasks have been designed to fit snuggly in hydration vests, and come with their fancy Helix Bite valve, making hydration super easy while running. The Jet flasks are also…
The 350ml Laken Wide Mouth Laken Classic Thermo is one of the most useful things you’ll throw in your rucksack. Hot summer days and cold winter mornings will thank you for it. It’s high performance vacuum insulation and the 18/8 grade stainless steel will keep your drinks refreshingly cold all day or hot for at…