I tested six filtered water bottles by filtering and drinking water, checking for leaks, weighing them and more. After all my tests, there’s only one you should buy.

Clean water choices for every outdoor adventure The post Water Purification Tablets vs. Filters: Which Works Best for ...

A reliable water filter is a must, at least if you like your drink without a side of giardia. There are innumerable devices on the market these days, with microfiber filters coming in all shapes and ...

Last summer, Katadyn released a new water filtration system called BeFree. It is a direct competitor to the venerated Sawyer Squeeze system, the current gold standard for backpacking filters. After ...

Access to clean drinking water is never a guarantee in the wilderness, which is why a good filter is essential on your outdoor adventure. To remove bacteria, parasites, and other contaminants, the ...

Little else ruins a good backpacking trip like a midnight run for the bushes. We’ve been there, and we’re not keen on going ...

That s an interesting question, Kane. Generally, I think water filters are fine for North America. But there are indications that purifiers are in order, especially in areas that get a lot of human ...

When hiking in the backcountry, you need a good backpacking water filter to ensure access to safe, clean water. A functional water filter (and often a water purifier , too) can’t be missed on a ...

Water filters are one of those pieces of gear you don't mess around with--there are few worse outcomes to a backpacking trip than a surprise parasite. To ensure you don't bring home an uninvited guest ...