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do any of you guys know where i can get a nice collapsible 3 gallon water bottle?
WetBottom
09-09-2008, 16:43
Walmart sells this kind thing http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.do?product_id=8586942
It's only 2 gal. though.
Well, Reliance makes 2 1/2 gallon and 5 gallon collapsible water carriers. Check out Campmor for one place to get them.
But, they are heavy when filled, and awkward to carry.
Homer&Marje
09-09-2008, 17:30
I have the Nalgene 1 gallon cantene, I think they make larger... Nalgene.com
REI's another good source for the Reliance 2.5 gal jug. I like the faucet feature of it. I've been carrying this one for most of my 35 years of backpacking (not the same one - but not that many different ones either):
http://www.rei.com/product/402099
They last a long time if handled with care, but eventually refolding over and over in the same place will eventually spring a leak. But at $7, what the heck, get a new one! ;) Takes up very little space in your pack and weights only 7.3 oz.
NICKTHEGREEK
09-09-2008, 17:41
do any of you guys know where i can get a nice collapsible 3 gallon water bottle?
Campmor
REI carries a Reliance 2.5 gal and a 5 gal collapsible water containers. I've been using the same 2.5 size in my kayak for 7 years, very durable.
http://www.rei.com/product/708992
http://www.rei.com/product/402099
gravityman
09-09-2008, 18:06
REI carries a Reliance 2.5 gal and a 5 gal collapsible water containers. I've been using the same 2.5 size in my kayak for 7 years, very durable.
http://www.rei.com/product/708992
http://www.rei.com/product/402099
We have one of these, and it has developed a 'bad' taste after a few years of using it for car camping. Happened after we left it full of water and it sat in the sun I believe.
We have one of these, and it has developed a 'bad' taste after a few years of using it for car camping. Happened after we left it full of water and it sat in the sun I believe.
that's too bad, but good to know, maybe I've been lucky with mine
We have one of these, and it has developed a 'bad' taste after a few years of using it for car camping. Happened after we left it full of water and it sat in the sun I believe.Bleach it out or get another one!
gravityman
09-09-2008, 19:59
Bleach it out or get another one!
Get another one is the answer. The problem isn't bateria, it's something leeching out of the plastic. I know, for $7, what do I expect :)
I'm not complaining so much as stating the facts...
take-a-knee
09-10-2008, 11:08
MSR makes some larger bladders (Dromedary?), I have a 6L, I think they make a 10L. They'll far outlast anything else.
mtnkngxt
09-10-2008, 11:31
x2 on the bladders. Have a 3 liter platypus and the 10 liter msr. lighter and more versatile
REI's another good source for the Reliance 2.5 gal jug. I like the faucet feature of it. I've been carrying this one for most of my 35 years of backpacking (not the same one - but not that many different ones either):
http://www.rei.com/product/402099
They last a long time if handled with care, but eventually refolding over and over in the same place will eventually spring a leak. But at $7, what the heck, get a new one! ;) Takes up very little space in your pack and weights only 7.3 oz.
I have one of those, but I only use it for car camping. I would never take it backpacking.
I have one of those, but I only use it for car camping. I would never take it backpacking.Why not? :confused:
The weight and space it takes up is entirely reasonable.
The amount of water it will hold may be overkill most of the time, but when the water source is a significant distance away, I'm always very glad to know that I have enough to only have to do it once, even if the following day is a 'zero' day, it's enough to last two days topped off.
The handle makes the 'tote' easier.
The handle and the faucet are so much better than bladders for carrying and drawing water.
BumpJumper
09-12-2008, 15:34
Ok, I have a dumbass question on this....why in the HELL would anyone want to carry 2.5 gallons of water when backpacking???? Slain this to me please....:eek::eek::eek:
2.5 gallons of water is only carried from the spring to the camp site; that way i only have to make on trip. springs are usually at the bottom of large hills.
BumpJumper
09-12-2008, 17:52
Ok. Makes sense now. I thought that at first but then didnt want to look stupid not knowing....now I look stupid anyways:D:D:D
NICKTHEGREEK
09-12-2008, 18:03
Ok, I have a dumbass question on this....why in the HELL would anyone want to carry 2.5 gallons of water when backpacking???? Slain this to me please....:eek::eek::eek:
Go out West and folks will Cache one or 2 of these on desert treks.
ChinMusic
09-14-2008, 00:44
Sorry I am kinda late posting in this thread. I couldn't remember the name of the product I use.
I like the Platypus Water Tank. It comes in 2/4/6 L sizes and weighs next to nothing. It collapses down to near nothing when not in use. I use it as a "dirty water" container and only treat the water as needed. I use it mostly to bring water to camp but also use it for extra water in dry areas. Because of the strap I do not have to put it in my pack. The handle comes in handy to hang off the back of my pack or to carry by hand back to camp.
http://www.backpackgeartest.org/reviews/Hydration%20Systems/Bladders/Platypus%20Water%20Tank/Owner%20Review%20by%20Jason%20Boyle/image004.jpg
http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/platypus_hydration_water_tank.html
The only problem that I have had with the Playtpus water tank is getting the top closed securely.
ChinMusic
09-14-2008, 13:30
The only problem that I have had with the Playtpus water tank is getting the top closed securely.
That is why I don't put it IN the pack. Been there, done that.
But, even with the top being finicky, I still like the Tank. The convenience of the handle, for carrying it back to camp and hanging it off the back of the pack, makes it worth it.
But I agree, I don't trust the top.
daddytwosticks
09-14-2008, 14:24
Love my Playtpus water tank too. I have the 6 liter model. Same problem with the difficulty of closing the zipper top....pretty durable for such a lightweight item. Mine is still going strong at five years old.
f8lranger4x4
09-14-2008, 15:02
Rei.com
Might have known . . . this thread is responsible for my Reliance 2 1/2 gal. collapsible jug springing a leak last weekend doing the Standing Indian 'loop.' :D
Can't remember how long I've had it though . . . quite a while, so no problem. I bopped over to REI and bought another one for $7. Seems they've improved upon the newer ones as this one touted itself as being 'BPA-free.' It comes with a 5-year warranty, but that's kind of a joke as it says you must return it pre-paid to get a free replacement. I don't know that I'd go to that trouble for $7. :-?
Many Walks
09-24-2008, 00:30
We used a nylon water bag to get water from the source to camp. It cost about $8, was easy to fill, holds 2 1/2 gallons, has good handles, only weighs a couple of ounces, and is quick to dry and stuff in the pack. It worked really well for us. We also carried a collapsible nylon sink to clean up and rinse clothes, etc. We liked that too.