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how do you fill them without a filter?
Dip the Platy in a fast moving section in a stream if it is deep enough and has enough flow. Otherwise, fill a Gatorade bottle and pour that into the platy.
Also wise to have a cup in case the water is too slow/low for even a bottle.
Hikes in Rain
10-07-2008, 10:28
I've used my pot (which required unpacking and dumping all the stuff I keep in it) or my old Sierra cup (much better! But slower). Instead of dipping, just put the cup straight down into the stream, so that water flows into it over the edge. No sediment scooped up that way.
Alligator
10-07-2008, 10:32
If it's a slow moving stream, find a small dropoff or ledge, there's usually one not too far. Sometimes I use a folded leaf to guide the streamflow between two rocks. Just make a little corner in the middle of the leaf, position appropriately, and let the water run a few seconds to clear any disturbed soil.
All of the above work. Can also use a ziplock bag for dipping into shallow pools. Easy to then pour into the platy.
I use a 1L platy with the top cut off which forms a collapsible scoop. Dip and pour.
also how do people clean them say after you put gatorade powder in or something similar
I don't put anything but water in mine. If you want to make flavored drinks, I would carry a Gatorade bottle just for that.
take-a-knee
10-08-2008, 21:44
I don't put anything but water in mine. If you want to make flavored drinks, I would carry a Gatorade bottle just for that.
Me neither. You don't need all that sugar while you are walking anyway.
ok i think ill just carry a gatorade bottle the flavoured drinks.
You don't need all that sugar while you are walking anyway
well what drink do you suggest? i just drink it because i like the taste. i just feel like something other than water
Any of the flavorings are fine, whatever suits your taste. You can make yourself feel better about being healthy if you stick to things like sports drink mixes. Crystal Light contains artificial sweeteners, so it is very light weight.
Health wise, you should probably drink mostly plain water, maybe treat yourself to flavorings for lunch or dinner. Personally, I find plain water the most satisfying when I'm thirsty, but I drink mostly plain water at home too.
i drink water almost exclusively at home too. i dont plan on drinking alot of it. like you said just treat myself during the day sometime.
take-a-knee
10-09-2008, 07:21
ok i think ill just carry a gatorade bottle the flavoured drinks.
well what drink do you suggest? i just drink it because i like the taste. i just feel like something other than water
I'm a Zone-Diet freak, swilling sugar water will take you out of the "Zone". You need to consume carbs/protein on a 4/3 ratio. So, mix your gatorade (I really like the new 16oz packages) and eat some jerky with it. And above all else, stay hydrated. Water alone is a poor medium to support bacterial growth, you put sugar in a vessel that isn't easy to clean and you've got a problem.
I'm a Zone-Diet freak, swilling sugar water will take you out of the "Zone". You need to consume carbs/protein on a 4/3 ratio. So, mix your gatorade (I really like the new 16oz packages) and eat some jerky with it. And above all else, stay hydrated. Water alone is a poor medium to support bacterial growth, you put sugar in a vessel that isn't easy to clean and you've got a problem.
Not to mention that sugar promotes mold growth in platys
sasquatch2014
10-09-2008, 08:58
Not to mention that sugar promotes mold growth in platys
Yeah and if you get just the right molds you can really "zone":rolleyes: