Originally Posted By: Am_Fear_Liath_Mor

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Maybe there is even some sort of equipment that is like an all in one combo set?


There is always the Vargo Titanium BOT Bottle.

http://www.vargooutdoors.com/Titanium-BOT-Bottle-Pot

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oNW4ZzPlaGM



This is exactly the sort of thing I was looking for... I just wish it had some kind of handle or clip or something. Maybe I could use paracord and a carabiner to make something...

Originally Posted By: IzzyJG99
I LIKE hydration bladders. I HATE the maintenance and cleaning required to keep them clean, though. Lately Camelbak has gotten better. Built in drier arms that keep the bladders open. But I find you still need to get a rag in them to wipe up a lot of things. Often that's difficult through the fill opening.
"Source." They make both civilian and military grade bladders and accessories. Their bladders have removable roll-down tops that let you literally open the entire bladder to dry and clean it. My next bladder will be one of theirs.

A simple google search will send you to either their civie or mili site.

Standard disclaimer applies.


Agreed. I've even seen a lot of the Alice style packs that have a hydration bladder built in... this might be something I check into as an extra source in addition to whatever else I end up using.

Originally Posted By: chaosmagnet
I own a variety of Camelbaks, and they work very well for me. As long as I only put water in them and get them hung up to dry at the end of the trip cleaning isn't a big deal.

I sure wish that my dumb dog hadn't peed on the bladder for my Camelbak lumbar pack. It was just the right size for bike rides and they don't make that bladder any more.


I like them a lot for hiking and walking too. I'm not a cyclist, but these are great for day tripping. smile And what a bad dog, lol!

Originally Posted By: Nomad
Living in the desert means I carry water in practically every container possible.

Kinda had an effect on my water storage habits.

Nomad


Nomad, I have to say that your water storage habits both humble and awe me. I hope to get to your level of preparedness! I also have several of the GI canteens laying around, I should make use of those too, thanks for sharing that!

For now, what I've learned that I think is most important is to not rely on just ONE water source. I think that is great advice, and I plan to incorporate it into my plans.

Thanks everyone.
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