Flexible water container that rolls up flat when empty. Essential for carrying treated water from source to camp.
You need something to carry water in. A collapsible bottle packs down to almost nothing when empty, saving crucial space in your kit. When you find a water source, you can fill up and carry litres back to camp without the bulk of rigid bottles.
1–2 litres is ideal. Some expand to 3L for base camp use.
Food-grade TPU or silicone that won’t leach chemicals.
Easier to fill from streams and compatible with most water filters.
Mould grows fast in damp collapsible bottles. Dry thoroughly.
An ultralight flexible bottle that rolls up flat when empty and holds two litres when full. A space-saving way to carry and store water in a grab bag.
A leak-proof 2-litre reservoir with a bite-valve hose that fits inside most packs, so you drink steadily on the move.
A pocket-sized straw filter that lets you drink directly from streams, rivers and lakes. No batteries, no chemicals and no moving parts — one of the simplest ways to make untreated water safe when the tap stops running.
Chlorine dioxide tablets that treat questionable water to make it safer to drink. A tiny, long-life backup for when filtering or boiling isn't possible.
A versatile squeeze filter you can use with its pouches, a water bottle or inline on a hydration pack. A refillable workhorse for treating larger volumes than a personal straw.
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An all-in-one filter bottle you fill from a tap, river or lake and drink straight from. The simplest option for everyday carry and travel.
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