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Post by cweston on Mar 7, 2020 9:08:49 GMT -8
I like my Platypus Big Zip 2L. I need to buy a backup for when one of my kids goes with me. (The old Osprey reservoir I had failed dramatically this past summer.)
Looks like the new Platy that replaces the Big Zip, with the built-in stem and the attachment at the top, is flawed: many folks have reported leak issues with the stem.
Anyone use a Gregory Reservoir? I see "Hydra Pak" at REI with decent reviews. I'm not familiar with that brand.
Platy is my go-to because I use a Platy gravity filter system, so using Platy reservoirs maximizes interchangeability.
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Post by zeke on Mar 7, 2020 9:23:19 GMT -8
I recently added a Hydra Pak to my gear. I liked the fact that it can be turned inside out for easy cleaning, and the top opens completely for easy filling. |
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Post by cweston on Mar 7, 2020 9:32:33 GMT -8
I recently added a Hydra Pak to my gear. I liked the fact that it can be turned inside out for easy cleaning, and the top opens completely for easy filling. As an added benefit, it seems to be about an ounce lighter than the equivalent size Platy. One REI reviewer reports a bad plastic taste. Thoughts? (Maybe its the same person who reviewed Grand Teton NP with "All I saw was a lake, mountains and some trees.") |
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Post by zeke on Mar 7, 2020 10:09:35 GMT -8
I haven't had any bad tastes out of it, but that might be because all I've used it for was Scotch.
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Post by almostthere on Mar 7, 2020 10:37:27 GMT -8
People have told me they don't like the plastic taste in the water for all brands -- others discern no taste with the same brand. I've used Platypus forever, had a Big Zip that lasted for nine years followed by one that leaked within three months followed by another that replaced it under warranty that's still in good shape.
If they ducked up the design, the next one I get might be something else. It's all going to be the same -- variants of polypropolene, or polyester lined with food grade plastic, or {insert magical substance rebranding of plastic here}.
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Post by swmtnbackpacker on Mar 8, 2020 13:01:05 GMT -8
I’ve been using Smartwater bottles but a CNOC bladder as a “dirty” reservoir for my Sawyer squeeze. Could be pressed into service as a hydration reservoir, though I have a Platy and thicker Camelbak buried somewhere.
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Post by FamilySherpa on Mar 10, 2020 4:19:27 GMT -8
My 2 favorites are the platypus brand and the ultimate direction bladder systems.
Ultimate direction is harder to find parts for, but i like their bite valve and zip system.
I was a little miffed that camelback redesigned all their bladders, basically making the old stuff obsolete.
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Post by alaskaskeeter on Mar 10, 2020 13:40:20 GMT -8
I recycle "soda pop" plastic bottles, ranging in size from 12 oz up to 2liters.
They all fit on a Sawyer Squeeze and they are much lighter than my Nalgene bottles.
At camp we have a big Katadyn base camp gravity water filter that holds ~8 liters.
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Post by paula53 on Mar 10, 2020 21:59:21 GMT -8
Last year I started using the HydraPak Seeker 3L Collapsible Water Container - 100 fl. oz. It is floppy, but I have had good experiences using them. I have 2. The BeFree filter can be used with them also. What I like about them is that they can be rolled/folded into a carring case that weighs next to nothing, and is very small so that it is easily carried. The only down side is that the screw lid is not attached, and can be mis-placed while in use. I have found that despite its floppy nature, it is very durable. It should last many seasons of use.
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Post by crawford on Mar 11, 2020 10:54:24 GMT -8
I'm still using an oler camelbak 3L and a 2 liter platypus bag. I don't always have all of it filled but it gives me capacity when needed. The 2L bag is a dirty water bag.
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Post by tigger on Mar 12, 2020 6:32:13 GMT -8
I'm with Crawford. I have three Camelbaks that I still use. I haven't found anything that has screamed, "You need me more!" yet.
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Post by k9education on Mar 14, 2020 7:35:48 GMT -8
We're still using a couple old 3L Camelbaks also. We soak them w/ 2 Efferdent tabs after evrey couple uses to keep them fresh.
I have a small Osprey bladder, one of which came with the pack (can't recall the name, one of their trailrunner packs). The one I'm using in that pack now is actually the third one as the other 2 sprung catastrophic leaks after a short period of time. The current one is leaking also, but I have given up on replacing it. FWIW, Osprey's customer service was top notch through it all. The bladder was not covered under warranty when it failed and Osprey replaced it anyway - twice. Considering many companies these days won't even honor their own warranties without a battle (I've had horrible experiences with Gregory, TNF & Vasque in that regard.), it was very refreshing.
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Post by toejam on Mar 17, 2020 7:34:04 GMT -8
I keep buying Camelbaks since Backpacker ran over one with a car and didn't break it in the early 2000's. They're not easy to clean and I never liked the opening, although they tried to improve it.
Had a Platypus hoser that got chewed by animals in camp one night. It was o.k. but I never got another.
My Hydrapack Seeker developed a small hole when my BeFree clogged and I squeezed it too hard.
My next hydration reservoir will probably be the one Zeke linked above. Looks worth a try but has some bad reviews.
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