View Full Version : What Katadyn system is the BEST???
JoshStover
08-27-2009, 01:59
I am going to be purchasing a new purification system and I really like the Katadyn brand. Anyone recommend one over the other?
GrubbyJohn
08-27-2009, 06:34
i just bought the vario. it's a bit bulky but at 2 liters a min i don't care and you can screw your water bottle right on the bottom
JokerJersey
08-27-2009, 07:00
We use the Hiker Pro with the Platy bladders and have never had a problem with it. The little attachment thing they have for filling bladders while they are still in your pack is a must.
Homer&Marje
08-27-2009, 07:05
Katahdin Vario is one of the best filters I have used. Get a good 3 days use out of it in relatively clean water before field maintaining it....
One of the easiest filters to completely pull apart and put back together....and it offers you many options, it screws to the top of most bottles and has a hose that can attach to the bottom and then to the inside of any bottle or bladder. We are extremely happy with it.
I have a Katadyn Mini Ceramic, the unit filters down to .2 microns, it's light at 7.5 oz., and compact 7" X 3.5" . The only neg. IMHO is, it is slow at approx. .5 qt/min.
it's really hard to break the hiker. i've tried.
saimyoji
08-27-2009, 09:14
it's really hard to break the hiker. i've tried.
you gotta ride him harder.
oh, well. i'll try again and get back to you.
skinewmexico
08-27-2009, 11:27
Chevrolet is the "best".
Trigger Happy Jack
08-27-2009, 11:33
The vario is the best all around in my opinion. :)
Nasty Dog Virus
08-27-2009, 11:57
I've used a HIKER PRO for the past 3 years so I can't comment on the other models. I can say that I have had no problems. I've replaced the filter twice. Once due to use and the 2nd time due to mold. The mold was my fault when I forgot to take it apart to dry after a section hike and it sat for 2 months. The flow rate may be slower than some of the newer models but it's never seemed too slow to me. My guess is it filters about 1 litre/min.
lazy river road
08-27-2009, 12:18
what about a steri pen...ive heard they are good....im just starting and also have been reading and trying to learn how to clean dirty water
saimyoji
08-27-2009, 12:24
oh, well. i'll try again and get back to you.
don't forget pics so we can critique your technique. :)
just tryin' to help.
Jonnycat
08-27-2009, 19:36
I've used a HIKER PRO for the past 3 years so I can't comment on the other models. I can say that I have had no problems. I've replaced the filter twice. Once due to use and the 2nd time due to mold. The mold was my fault when I forgot to take it apart to dry after a section hike and it sat for 2 months.
Heh, I had to replace my filter on mine for the same reason. I'm still using the Hiker, but I bought mine when the "Pur" company was selling them.
One thing I do each year is relubricate the o-ring with the silicone lubricant I got from Katadyn; when it dries out, it adds a *lot* of friction to the pumping process.
JoshStover
08-27-2009, 19:55
Thank you guys soo much! This is exactly what I was wanting to know. But Lazy River Road said something about the Steri-Pens. Any of you all ever use one? Im not to sure I would like it but I have been know to change my mind once or twice....