I didn't want to hijack Scott's thread on that nice water bladder.
So, I want to get away from carrying nalgene bottles for water. They're obviously hard sided, make audible sloshing noises when less than completely full and take up the same room, full or empty.
Anybody have a suggestion for a readily available soft water container? I don't want a sipper tube for this aplication.
BTW, I've tried the "wine skin" thing. Poor capacity and durability.
Thanks in advance for your opinions.
I have used Platypus water containers and they work well. Here is one style, they have a few:
http://www.amazon.com/Platypus-Bottle-Push-Pull-1-Liter/dp/B000J2LKIU/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1328311789&sr=8-4
Guy
Bota bottles used to be common 20 yrs ago. The one I had was ruff out leather and very quiet.
Why don't you use the regular plastic water bottles? That is what I use and when they are not full one can squeeze the air out, then put cap on so the water doesn't slosh around.
2 quart Army canteen? They are soft rubber, not the hard plastic.
camelbak or something like it... cabelas has one for only $30 that has great reviews.
I have used a Bota bag, like mentioned above for 25 years, dead quiet.
X2 on the 2 qt military issue cateen, The soft sides let you squeeze most of the air out to minimize sloshing. About $16 at Ranger Joes or Brigade QM with the carrying pouch.
Bota Bag squeeze the air,screw on the lid, dead quiet and soft sided. Been using them for way to many years.
John
I have been using Platypus bottles for at least 10 years now.
QuoteOriginally posted by sweeney3:
2 quart Army canteen? They are soft rubber, not the hard plastic.
Works well you get the air out and they are silent....no sloshing.
I like the Bota Bags as well.
I used the platypus in Alaska and for my hunting season and it worked great.
You might look at the MSR Dromedary bags (http://cascadedesigns.com/msr/water-treatment-and-hydration/expedition-water-treatment-and-hydration/dromedary-bags/product) and/or Dromlite Bags (http://cascadedesigns.com/msr/water-treatment-and-hydration/fast-and-light-water-treatment-and-hydration/dromlite-bags/product) . They're tough and you can add a Hydration Kit (http://cascadedesigns.com/msr/water-treatment-and-hydration/water-treatment-and-hydration-accessories/hydration-kit/product) later if you ever decide to go the tube route.
Those Dromedary and Dromlite bags are really nice. If I needed something tough and durable like for horseback or kayak camping use, I'd take a hard look at them.
I agree with COLongbow's thoughts on the wineskins, they just aren't very durable. Slip and land on one of those and it's a gonner.
Guy
QuoteOriginally posted by ALwoodsman:
I have been using Platypus bottles for at least 10 years now.
i've been using mine at least 15 years--i bought it for $4 and it still in use--plus they are garranteed for life
+1 for the platypus
Wine bags, Bota bags, whatever ya call 'em. I've got 2 different sizes to pick from. They work great for a pillow too... :cool:
Thanks for all your suggestions everybody. I'll be investigating all of them.
I find it interesting that almost a third of the responses mention something that you said you weren't interested in.... in your very first post.
I often wonder if people respond to the title of the thread or the actual question.
Just a pet peeve... no biggie!
:readit:
Own a larger, soft collapseable, siphon tube, w/straps for carrying on my back Camelbak. Still has tags & never out of the closet. I use a Boy Scout thin metal canteen instead. For day use only however.
Charlie, you said what I wanted to :thumbsup:
Guy
2-3X MSR Dromedary Bags. Never slosh. Very tough. I have had one for 19 years. Have not replaced it yet!
Dan
I use the platypus too and really like them.
Yep, KISS. Just your everyday 24 to the case Kroger bottled water. Squeeze the air out after every drink and cap it. You are left with a small piece of plastic to carry out and recycle. And since I hunt the same farm every year (ours)I have been known the cache away a few bottles scattered around the joint for backup.
I used to carry water bottles until I got in the sun midday hunting. 3 milestocamp 105 degrees.I like the big bladders w thedrinking tube.
QuoteOriginally posted by onewhohasfun:
Bota bottles used to be common 20 yrs ago. The one I had was ruff out leather and very quiet.
I used to use those alot but in the cold weather you have to be really careful with them. I've had two of them split over the years from the cold.
Nothing like trying to squeeze a nice drink out of your bota only to have it give you an icy shower when you are out in the icy cold weather.
I carried a 64 oz Dromedary for 15 years and would still except I found that a 64 oz camelback system allows me to sip all day without taking off my pack every time. Both make no noise and are easy to fill.
Camelbak. They have a few sizes; one is 100oz. Quiet, durable, and you can hang it in the stand next to you and use it with minimal noise/movement. I've tried platypus also, they are noisier and not nearly as durable.
Saw in one of the Deer Hunters almanacs a guy recommended using a clean (obviously) twist top mustard bottle. Soft sided and quiet. Never tried it but sounds good in theory.
I too second the Bota bag. (nut)
Try this
http://www.botaofboulder.com/bota-bags/3-bota-v-nylon-camo
My family have been using these for years. Has a shoulder strap and when you want a drink, you just swing it up to your mouth.