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Ozark Trail New Aluminum 1 Liter/ 33.9oz Bottle Save 71% off

Stopper leaked off and on. At times it would somehow not screw down straight and was leaving a loopsided angle where the stopper meets the neck of the bottle. Though slight, the gap was enough to make the stopper leak off the top, where liquid can be dispensed without taking off the stopper. I also had a hard time putting the stopper back together when I took off the dispensing piece and tried to screw it back on. I returned the bottle and I would recommend some other brand.

Stays hot for hourseven 24 hours later, water is still warm. The top is also perfect for Medela 5 oz bottles.

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OGIO Metro Backpack

I''m a frequent road warrior with "unique" needs in stuff transportation my friends refer to my car as "the place things go to die" because I pretty much trash anything I come in contact with. I have worn out more bags in my day than I ever thought possible, and if anything lasts me more than a week I''m fairly pleased with it.

I got an Ogio Metro backpack from my workplace as part of an attendance incentive, and didn''t think too much of it. Its not a bag I would have bought myself (I usually buy snowboarder backpacks due to the more rugged construction) but I''d just worn out my messenger bag so I started using this one. I have never been more pleased with a laptop bag in my entire life.

The main laptop pocket works perfect for my dell inspiron, and the inside pocket (the file pouch or whatever) fits my macbook pro like a snug glove (yes, both at once) while leaving the majority of the open section empty and ready for my stuff. A few water bottles, couple of notebooks (I use the thin 1" ones for most things, athough it''d probably hold 2-3 of the "normal" sized ones), some other gear, a couple paperbacks and some peripherals fit easily, there''s a couple waterproof pockets with headphone holes for my iPod and would fit a small CD-walkman if I had one, and with my blood sugar issues I LOVE the smaller side pouches because they''re perfect for a couple candy bars in case I have a sugar attack. Digital camera goes in another pocket for quick access, with its usb cable and some spare batteries in another.

Padded ribbing and neopropene (sp?) helps the comfort, along with some webbed padding in the shoulder straps. Weight distribution is good, and it survives getting thrown around in and out of my car and never has a problem. The hand grip on the top (by which I frequently drag the bag) is both comfortable and integrated into the design rather than being sewn on as an afterthought so is much more durable than most grips.

Although I''d never have bought this bag to begin with (I''d never even HEARD of Ogio) I would buy another without hesitation and suggest it to anyone who needs a new bag even if they don''t need it for an actual laptop.

I LOVE this bookbag. I got the Ron Burgundy Color not only because it was an absolute STEAL at $28.00 plus free 2 day shipping, but the color is really rich and vibrant too. I''ve never owned any Ogio products so of course I read all the reviews before I bought it. And they are SPOT on.

The main storage area for your books and such are pretty spacious,although my only complaint is that it''s not roomy enough? But I guess its hard to fit 2 huge science texts, two 1.5 inch binders and another textbook ( its a tight fit) The problem with this tight fit is that the books absolutely will put pressure on your laptop ( pining it against ur back), risking damage. I think if u have only a book and binder or two, then this bookbag would hold an additional laptop PERFECTLY.

On the left side there two pockets. I use the bottom one to hold my contacts, solution, hand sanitizer, anti diarrhea med ( for exam days,don''t ask lol), miscellaneous stuff. The top one I stuff with about 6 granola bars and a pack of gum. On the right side, there is a tall pocket that fits a bottle of water PERFECTLY ( I use a 28oz blender bottle) Or you can put a ti-83 and such there.

At the top there are 2 weatherproof pockets. I have yet to test their weatherproofness though. The smaller one is the audio pocket with headphones port. If ur thinking, wont the water enter through the port...It wont because the port doesnt open directly into the pocket. Simple and ingenious. The bigger pocket can hold cd size things. In fact I usually put my G1 phone and canon 790 IS camera in there. Fits great.

Right below the main compartment where the books go is another pretty large compartment for additional storage. It''s divided into at least 6-8 additional areas of various sizes for really practical and useful storage: slots for pens, a big zipped pocket, a clear plastic lined pocket for ID cards?, a small pocket with a velcro cover, and so on. Absolutely great.

At the bottom front of the bookbag is another weatherproof storage pocket for Im guessing the power cord,mouse and other accessories. I use it to hold my ti-83 and a little scientific calculator.

The handle and shoulder straps are sturdy and hold the bookbag up really well. The zippers feel really solid and well made. The weatherproof seals are also well made and have a tight seal. Oh and did i mention that 30year workmanship and defects free guarantee Ogio stands by on this bookbag ( not mentiooned on amazon but comes IN bookbag upon purchase. That says it all.

Basically my only complaints are maybe not enough room for books, but if u really think about it, no bookbag can hold 3,4 textbooks and accompanying binders AND a laptop. Maybe could use thicker padding for lappy for extra precaution. But otherwise, this bookbag is well made, with sooooo many storage pockets that are just downright useful and extremely practical. U won''t be disappointed in this Metro bookbag. HIghly recommended. Although i dont use this to hold my laptop because of reasons stated above, it is nevertheless an AMAZING daily book lugger.

UPDATE: January 18, 2011. It''s been a little over two years since I bought this bookbag and I still love it. I carry just about everything in it for school, with daily usage weight of about 30-45 pounds, and I''ve never had a problem with the bookbag. ( I don''t use the bookbag to carry my laptop (I have another Ogio one for that :P). My only issue is that the plastic, waterproof linings along the pocket on the very bottom, and the two pockets near the top are now starting to crack and probably will come apart. To me, this is a minor issue, given how the bookbag had performed overall. I would not hesitate to buy this Metro bookbag or another type from Ogio again. I hope I can get another one at the same price I paid for this one.

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I cannot recommend this backpack highly enough. I got mine junior year of high school a full seven years ago and it''s still going strong. The only damage in all those years of lugging heavy books around, checking it a few times on airplanes, and who knows what else, is as follows: (1) one of the two chest strap buckles broke a few years ago (not a big deal), (2) the water-proofing sealant material inside the main pocket is finally starting to peel off, and (3) the rubber piece around the headphone hole fell off a few years ago (not a big deal). I''m only just now considering buying a new backpack (not even looking around my new one will be another Ogio Metro) because of the peeling material inside, and because a pesky mouse chewed through one of the pockets to get at a granola bar I had in there.

Things I especially love about the Metro:

(1) Obviously, the durability is phenomenal. I have not been gentle on this backpack, and it has gone all over the world with me, without a single complaint or problem, for over seven years. The materials are heavy-duty and dependable.

(2) The laptop pocket is SO convenient. Most backpacks now claim they have a laptop pocket, but it''s almost always inside the main pocket. When I''m going to airport security, my laptop slides in and out in no time while the suckers with North Face backpacks are still busy digging through their entire back to pull out the laptop. The Metro pocket is also great for sliding the paper or a magazine in and out easily for a commute. No need to open everything up and stuff a magazine down in there with fingers crossed that it won''t get torn up.

(3) The big water bottle pocket on the side is incredibly useful. Like the rest of this bag, it''s enormous, and I carry a 22-oz water bottle with me all the time, with room to spare for snacks if necessary. I''ve also fit two 20-oz. Coke bottles in there together on multiple occasions.

(4) The neoprene handle. Another commenter speculated that a neoprene handle is less durable than rubber NOT TRUE!!! Mine is in perfect shape, and I''ve dragged it around by that neoprene handle for years. Like the rest of the bag, the handle is incredibly sturdy. And neoprene is definitely more comfortable than some hard rubber.

(5) The chest strap is actually perfectly sized to fit an iPod in a case with a belt strap. It looks kind of ridiculous, but it''s incredibly convenient to have it right there, easy to access for changing songs, turning on/off, adjusting the volume, etc.

(6) The two small side pockets are perfectly sized for my (Apple) laptop charger. I keep both the charger and the extra-long plug cable in there all the time it''s great not to have to dig through a bunch of stuff to get to them.

Things I would change/potential cons about the Metro:

(1) This isn''t specific to the Metro, but I think the headphone hole in so-called "media pockets" on backpacks is stupid. I haven''t had any problems with it except for the rubber thing (decoration really) falling off, but it''s really inconvenient to keep your iPod or whatever in your backpack while listening to it because you''d have to take your backpack off to change the song, turn it on/off, adjust the volume, etc. So I think the headphone hole is just pointless.

(2) I have yet to find a good use for the front bottom pocket. This isn''t really a complaint at all because I''ll take an extra pocket any time, whether I can use it or not just a personal note.

(3) Literally nothing else.

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When my oldest son purchased an OGIO Metro Pack I thought it was a well thought out backpack. It seemed to be the perfect backpack for our needs so I ordered two more, one for both my younger son and myself. After just two months all three OGIO Metro Packs are coming apart at the seams. Either OGIO has compromised their quality or we were stuck with a shoddy knock off. Before purchasing these backpacks, both of my sons had OGIO backpacks that lasted well over 3 years of hard wear. I''m very disappointed and unfortunately did not keep the receipts. I guess the lesson here is BUYER BE AWARE OF ONLINE PURCHASES. When ordering through Amazon.com, you never know if the company that you end up ordering the product from is truly and authorized seller of the product that you are ordering.

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I have had this bag for a week now and I love it. It has many compartments for pens/pencils, glasses, mp3 player, water bottle, and stuff so everything is easy to find. I also like the fact that it has a large undivided main compartment. That makes it possible to carry an assortment of different sized books and binders. My laptop travels in a different bag so I use the laptop sleeve for notepads and folders. I have found this to be much more comfortable than the single strap messenger bag I usually carry to school. I like that there are a couple of water proof pockets and that one is easily big enough for a TI calculator. I have recommended this bag to friends and would certainly buy this bag again myself.

QRAFT Premium Glass Sports Water Bottle 18 oz (set of 2)

I recieved these bottles on time they came in 2 boxes as to seperate them, the lid is actually really easy to open when you twist it, not sure if that might cause problems later while carrying it around, BUT they did make a "pop" sound when I unscrewed the lid letting me know they were tight on there, I currently have them upside down on my counter one with water and the other with soda to see if there is any leaking, 3 hours now and nothing. the bottles seem sturdy enough but im not going to drop them on the ground to see if they''ll shatter, cause that would be idiotic. : ) so far im extremely happy with my purchase. everything is easy to clean and they are very nice sized to fit just enough liquid that I wont waste, or need to refill it again while at work. I rate this a 5/5 for right now because I honestly haven''t found a thing wrong.

I was looking for a set of 4 simple bottles that I could take on trips (I''ll leave it up to your imagination to figure out what I''ll put in them, hahaha). Let''s put it this way, it beats bringing four 1.75 liters with me. Anyways, I ordered two to see the quality and it was just what the doctor ordered, so I ordered two more. If I fill it right to the top it holds 20ozs. The reason I didn''t rate it a 5 is because there is a slight difference in the height between the two bottles. One is about 1/4 of an inch taller. Not a really big deal. The cap makes a good seal and is easy to twist on/off. Now I just have to find a simple, zippered bag to put them in for travel.

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The bottles I received came with a black, BPA-free (labeled) plastic cap. The glass cap may be attractive but I like this one much better because I can drink without removing the cap. The tab I lift to drink seals very well and firmly, so there''s no leakage. This is one of the few times I''m glad for a substitution that I didn''t request.

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After reading reviews, this bottle does have a great seal. I bring it in my bag to work and does not leak at all!

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I was looking for a glass water bottle with a stainless lid rather than a plastic one. Plastic, BPA-free or not scares me. I think we still take in chemicals from the plastics. I know glass and stainless are non-reactive and safe. I have found various glass bottles but they all had plastic tops. This bottle is better. It is lightweight, wide-mouthed, easy to clean, and not too heavy. The cap is a twist-off, so I can toss it in my tote bag and not worry about it coming open. Perfect size, it holds just the right amount of water 18 oz. Plus, when you remove the top it is just like having a glass of water on your desk. You also get TWO bottles for what other companies charge for one! The only criticism I have is just wish there was a little loop on the top so I could carry it more easily.

Nathan 10-Ounce Nutrition Flask (3 Pack)

The bottles that come in the Nathan Speed 4R Water Belt are 8 oz, but these 10 oz bottles will fit in the holders, but it''s tight. They don''t come out nearly as easily, but you can put them in and take them out with two hands, while running. You should know that after I discovered how tight they fit and that you have to use two hands to really push them in, I decided to stick with my 8 oz bottles. It''d be nice if they could make them just a tad taller to keep the width down. Either that or design the water belts a bit better to account for this. But again, if you really need them in the belt, they''ll fit.

If you''re not familar with the quality of Nathan products, it''s pretty good stuff, or at least, better than any other option I''ve used. Their bottles aren''t 100% water tight, but can come close. If you lay them down on the floor mats of a car and you have some gel or sports drink in them, it''s possible that you might stain your carpet a bit. If you''re not paying close attention when putting the tops on, you can think you''ve screwed it on tight, only to discover during your run when water is dripping down your leg that you cross threaded it. Cross threading them is a really, really easy thing to do.

I''ve been freezing these bottles (without the tops on) and have had no problems at all. Oh yeah, the tops are also the same size as the tops on the 8 oz bottles, so you can mix and match those if you need. One downside though is that these 10 oz bottles DO NOT come with 3 gel tops. Since Nathan doesn''t sell the gel tops seperately, if you want the gel tops, then you need to buy a 3-pack of the 8 oz race bottles. Seriously???

If you don''t know, the Nathan water belts that use this type of water bottle only come in a 2 or 4 bottle option. For Nathan to sell the 10 oz "upgrade" bottles in ONLY a 3-pack, well, that''s a sleezy marketing tactic. Nobody needs 6 of these bottles, but yet, for those that want 4 of them, you have no other choice. Jerks.

Love Nathan''s belt for long runs, as it secures nicely and has adequate storage. The water bottles do tend to leak out of the spout over time, requiring they be replaced. Also, cleaning the bottles and spout system is a bit of a chore. Overall, I prefer Nathan''s system to others, but water bottles could be improved.

I was unable to locate just the replacement water bottles at any sporting goods stores or speciality running stores in my area. I didn''t want to replace whole belt, hence my reason for purchasing on-line. I was disappointed to see the replacement bottles at a recent expo for a local race. I wish I would have waited, and saved the money for shipping and handling.

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I have used the belt only twice and while its comfortable, on the 2nd run one of the bottles came loose and fell on the ground, which broke the top of the bottle so I lost all the water. I would have expected the bottles to be more durable than this.

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I ordered these to go in my Fuel Belt, because the Fuel Belt bottles smelled so badly/strongly of plastic, that I couldn''t see drinking out of them. But, the Nathan bottles are wonderful!! Easy to use, no plastic smell, and fit great in the 2-bottle Fuel Belt for long runs!

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Purchased these after dropping one during my HM race. Same thing as before just another great product from Nathan. Good job Nathan.

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This was X-mas gift for someone else, but they looked great.. And he was really happy with them. definite keeper, will probably see about getting some for myself in my own team.

Premium PP Chug (2 Pack)

We''ve been using the basic chug bottles for years and upgraded to the premium this time. The basic ones would get discolored in the dishwasher over time. I don''t see that being an issue with these bottles and I really like the carrying ring, I use it more than I would''ve guessed. Great product! Easy to clean, can open with one hand, not a lot of complicated parts.

I ordered the bottles for work to hand out to employees. We were going though bottled water and the expense and the fact that we wanted to save on recycling. So I decided to give everyone their own bottle to fill up from the water cooler.

Everyone liked the idea and was happy to have their own water bottle.

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Nathan 22-Ounce Hydration Bottle with Clipless Cap

I own numerous Nathan products and love the design of the carriers that accompany these bottles. I also love the soft rubber mouth piece on these caps which makes taking a drink on the run very easy. My only complaint is that after a little over a year, both of my bottles like this leak. I have NEVER washed them in the dish washer to cause warping but the rim of the bottle itself has collapsed a bit in a few spots which does cause a little spillage while running. It doesn''t last long because once the bottle contents gets low, there is less to spill but in the beginning of a long trek, one might expect to get a little splash here and there. Overall, a great product I just wish the bottle itself had plastic a little more ''stiff''.

I use this bottle regularly in my Nathan Trek waist pack. Do NOT put these in the dishwasher as the rim will warp and the top will not fit. These also get grungy if you put gatorade in and don''t wash it immediately because the inside has groves and indents for the Nathan logo and it''s not possible to get the funk out of them. If someone has a tip I''d appreciate a comment on my review. It would''ve been so much better if they had made the inside smooth and easy to clean.

The top drink spout is easy to open with a hand or teeth on the run and is soft enough not to hurt your teeth while drinking on the run. It also needs care in cleaning.

I think my bottles range from 2 to 5 years old, I use them 3-5 times/week, and other than the one dishwasher mishap, none have leaked or broke.

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I love these water bottles. . . i needed a replacement for my hand holder. These are perfect for me on long runs. . .easy to hold, easy to squeeze, easy clean up.

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Infinity DuKJug BPA-Free Backcountry Polypropylene Water Bottle

I bought this water bottle because I liked the color and sleek design. I also liked that the lid is connected to the base by a string, not by a flimsy piece of plastic that makes the lid bounce all over the place. Water tastes great, no plasticky aftertaste.

But the fatal flaw with this bottle is the lid. It cracks, rendering the entire bottle useless. This has happened to me twice, on two separate occasions, with two different lids. Didn''t drop it, didn''t smash it, didn''t load 50 pounds of gear on it. It just cracked. The fact that it happened twice suggests some sort of design or production defect.

Customer service is a mixed bag. First time it cracked, I contacted the company and they kindly sent me a replacement lid at no charge. Second time I contacted the company, no response. So now I''m stuck with a bottle with a cracked lid.

Overall, a great-looking bottle a sleek and unique design. But a bottle needs a sturdy lid, and this lid sucks, rendering the entire bottle useless. Sorry, GSI!

First let me start by letting you know I''m a scoutmaster for a troop in Maryland so you know I do a fair amount of camping. So what makes this such a great water bottle?

* It holds 32 oz that''s a pretty good amount.

* Has a wide mouth opening for easy/quick pouring and filling.

* Has an optional/removeable insert in the wide mouth so you can take small sips or use a straw.

* Has a rubber grip that allows you to remove it, run a couple yards of duct tape around the bottle and put the rubber grip back. Very handy for when you need a foot or of duct tape on the trail or in camp!

* Most importantly a screw on top. Why''s that important? ''Cause the water bottles with the flip up tops tend to ''flip up'' in the storage area in my van on the way to camping trips and then we get water everywhere!

* Good price I think I got mine for $8

* It''s transparent so you have some idea of what''s in it and how much you have left.

* Well marked measuring in both English and metric

I didn''t notice any checmical tastes or smells as reported by the previous reviewer.

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I bought two of these water bottles, and even after several months of use, every time I open the bottle, the water has a strong chemical smell. Hence, even though polypropylene is SUPPOSED to be safe, I am going to look for new water bottles.

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This is probably one of the best jugs I have ever owned. I love the fact that there is an actual string instead of a plastic "string" that connects the cap to the bottle. Also included was an insert that lets you just sip from the bottle instead of drinking. I don''t use it so I don''t know how good it is. Overall it is great.

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Leaked from the lid the day I got it. Also was very bulky. Was very disappointed. Wound up getting a nalgene.

Nathan Speed 2R Auto-Cant Waist Pack with Two 8-Ounce Nutrition Flasks

I started looking for a running belt after I became fully frustrated with armbands to hold my iPhone. I had purchased the Nathan HPL #020 Hydration Vest and replaced the bladder with a CamelBak bladder as several reviews commented on bladder issues. I love the vest, but for most of my runs it''s overkill, but I became familiar with Nathan''s propulsion harness designed for minimal movement while running. So when I saw the auto-cant design on this belt my interest was peaked.

I''ve had this belt for almost a month and I''ve done all of my runs since with this belt on with and without the flasks. I love this belt and almost forget I have on one. The most important thing interested people should be aware of is the sizing. I wear a 31/32 size waist, but taking heed of the single review at the time I measured my hips and found I needed to size up to the medium. Once the belt arrived and I tried it on, I was starting to worry I still had still gone too small, but after testing it out a bit I found it was fitted perfectly. The belt is suppose to fit a bit tight and it stretches, but since it fits on hips not your waist it does not interfere with your running you don''t notice it once you get use to it. Since the first review mentioned this belt is great for women, I wanted to note that I''m a male and this belt is NOT gender specific.

I am currently using the flasks to carry water, but they are called nutrition flasks and that''s what they are intended for. But they serve just fine for carrying water. The pouch is small, but the front mesh pocket really stretches and I found that my iPhone with a silicone case fits snuggly stretching the mesh over the top of my phone I don''t worry about my iPhone being damaged will using this belt. You could probably attach other items to the belt itself such as an iPhone case if you want to use the pouch for other things such as nutrition bars. The surface area of the velcro is huge allowing for size adjustment and confidence that it''ll stay on I have zero concerns regarding this fastening system. I have not used other running/racing belts so I can''t give you a comparison of one without the auto-cant feature but it does seem to do what it''s suppose to do keeping the belt comfortable on the hips while moving with you.

As for the volume of the flasks it''s not much (2 cups about 1/2 a Nalgene bottle). I saw some questions about trying to size the volume with distance, but this is the wrong way to go about this. You need to learn how your body uses water in different conditions and length of time. My longest run with this belt thus far was 12.3 miles on a gentle grade with an temp of about 50°F and moderate humidity and it was adequate. If I run this same course in +65°F on a drier day I''d want to take my hydration vest. I also hydrate well before and after any run.

You can order additional flasks as well, which can be good if you have a point along your run where you can swap out your spent ones.

This was third type of hydration "device" I have ever bought, and I am finally very happy with my purchase!

I first bought a normal water bottle type belt by the brand "Ultimate" that did not stay in place and jostled around when I ran. I could cinch it really tight to my waist, but not only did I look ridiculous that way, but it was also very uncomfortable and interfered with my breathing.

The second "device" I bought was a handheld water bottle by the brand "Fuel Belt". I had read positive reviews about palm-holders/hand-held bottles and how they feel natural while running. Not quite! Let me tell you how annoying they are on your long runs, when you just want to have relaxed arms, instead of sweaty palms from holding onto the nylon fabric.

I was going to give up and just deal with the hand-held bottle when I saw a full-page ad in my Runner''s World magazine about this Nathan Speed 2R waist pack. Searching around online, most retailers were $50, but somehow Amazon was offering it for $25. I figured I''d give it a try it looked pretty good and all the reviews were positive.

I tried it out for the first time today on a 6-mile run and loved it. It did take a little getting used to in terms of how low I wanted to wear it and how tight I should pull the velcro, but by the middle of my run, everything was comfortable and in place, and I can honestly say I am done shopping for a hydration device for runs.

Some things to know: I am a 5''5" woman and normally wear size 4 bottoms. Another reviewer around my size had mentioned she bought a Medium so I did the same, and I am happy with the size selection. I wound up wearing this belt just below my hip bones and it was very comfortable and didn''t move around. It was very easy getting the water bottles out during my run, too (I wore the bottles towards the back and the pouch in front).

The pouch is NOT very useful at all I fastened my key to the clip, that''s all. My cell phone and ID did not feel secure in it, so I wore my Nike arm pouch as well.

If you are looking to carry a lot of liquid, this belt is lacking, with only two small bottles, but other than that, I think it is a fantastic item.

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I just got the belt and am very pleased. Perfect for those who run for two hours or less (they have a four flask version for almost the same price). Pocket in front is great for your keys or ID card and plenty of room for 2 or 3 gel packs. Bottles are easy to reach and easy to put back and do not "jiggle." Flask has a generous fluid flow with a light squeeze. All in all, a very good hydration solution at a reasonalbe price.

Only issue you may have is if you have a 36" waist (like I do). That puts you square in between a medium and a large. The medium will work, but it seems as though I am pushing the limit. So if you are a 36" waist and assume you will be losing inches than definately go for the medium.

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Wore this waist pack in a trail 50K and really liked it. Pouch and water flasks don''t hold enough food and liquid for really long, unsupported runs but for just a couple hours they are great. Relatively small size of flasks mean that even filled there is not too much weight or bouncing. Amazon price was also way better than REI price. Pack seems to move least when it''s on your hips so I agree with other reviewers that you should get the size that fits your hips, not waist.

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I am a 5'' 6" female and weigh 127 lbs, and have pretty much no hips, but a small was too small for me. I am returning it for a medium (especially to wear it low on my hips). Other than that, I think it will be great, and can''t wait to start using it.

BUILT Neoprene Bottle Tote

BUILT Neoprene 20 30 Ounce Bottle Tote, City Grid

This is just perfect for holding a water bottle or a slim thermos. I live in Florida and the heat requires that you carry water. These help keep the product cold or warm, and keep condensation off me and out of my tote bag where I usually keep my water. I bought extra so I now have one at work so my desk stays dry.

I have 24oz Polar Water bottles and they fit perfectly. I have an assortment of aluminum and other insulated bottles and all fit securely.

The neoprene sleves are well made and have enough stretch for perfect fit. The loop lock is secure yet easy to use. Has 2 positions, loop locks over the bottle or loop lock over the side away from the drinking area. I clip these on to my tote or rolling cart and have had no issue, easy on, easy off!

I also own a Built Neoprene Kindle DX case and a lunch tote, both of which I love, and was the reason I looked to Built first when looking for an insulated bottle/thermos carrier.

I even like the patterns, in that they make it ease to always find where I put my bottle down, or which is mine.

Will buy again if I need more!

I wanted to send my daughter''s 16oz/500ml Camelbak bottle with her to school, but I wanted the water to stay colder longer, and I didn''t want it to leave condensation rings on the table to muck up her papers. Buying an insulated Camelbak was not an option because that yields a bigger bottle for the same capacity (and little hands cannot easily manage a bottle that is too big). I didn''t want any sort of metal that could be dented or messed up anyway. At last, I found this product.

It fits her standard 16oz Camelbak perfectly. The top edges of the sides hit right at the bottom of the lid. The "handle" of the tote has enough clearance even with that loopy thing on the Camelbak bottle. It''s not cumbersome or needing to be folded down. I attach the handle part back (as in the product photo on this page) and tuck that other clip on the left into the sleeve itself, so it doesn''t bug her. The cup sits stable and flat in the sleeve, no problem at all.

I mix her cup 50/50 with ice and cold water, and it stays cold and icy (at varying degrees of clankiness) for about 2-3 hours, depending on outside temp, and it stays cool for an additional couple/few hours.

My only complaint is that it does leave your hand the slightest bit damp when the cup is producing lots of condensation, but I''m not sure there''s a way around this short of defying science. And a little damp is better than dripping wet and leaving water rings all over your table.

The dot print is more random on ours, which I think is cuter. She''s thrilled with it, and it meets all our requirements.

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I bought the city grid with orange lining 20/30 tote for my thermo. This is my 3rs BUILT bottle tote. I have a red/green non detachable tote for my 20oz Hydroflask, a camo one for my Nalgene 32oz, and this one for my 18oz tea thermo.

The graphic and lining are very attractive. Although I suspect that the tea stain will get the white dirty eventually. Hopefully it can be washed off.

The dual handle position is great if you want to clip the handle to a tote bag or a backpack.

Since I have been using BUILT bottle tote for over 5 years, the first one (Camo) is still in great shape, not stretched out or unraveling. Therefore I believe that I will be using this one for years to come, too.

The 20oz tote is too small for Nalgene 32oz or G 32oz energy drink bottle. It is not designed to accommodate wider bottle.

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It does a very good job keeping the bottle nice and cold. The strap that it has comes in very handy also.

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Purchased it a few months ago for my 4th grade son. The reason I bought it was his last bag (BYO bottle bag) was ripped on the bottom due to heavy use.

It keeps drinks cool very well. it protects water bottles. It marks your own water bottle. It helps my son because he can see in classroom at a glance whether he has his bottle out or not.

It''s been 2 months of use and it looks like new!

Sports Bike Bicycle Water Bottle Rack Cage Holder Black

Really strong sturdy mount, the fit is good. It doesn''t move at all after I screwed it in. It seems like it would take years for it to wear down and it also installed just fine on my bike :)

My wife needed a water bottle cage for her bike and I needed another one for my bike so this was perfect for what we wanted.

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French Aluminum Canteen

You get the canteen, the pouch, and the cup. You will probably have to replace the rubber stopper because it is worn out. It looks great and when the rubber is replaced works fine. Get it while you can get something of this quality for this price. Just the canteen cup alone is worth it. It works fine to make Ramon Noodles over a bed of coals and flame. I LOVE IT!

hint... just order a new 1/8 inch piece of rubber and use an exacto knife to cut out a new stopper for the lid and your canteen is restored.

This is a great way to get noticed by chicks who love camping as much as I do. That''s the kind of girl I''m after.... one I can take camping with me. :)

this isnt the imitation junk i usually end up with, thick aluminum alittle heavy but i trust it all day,built to last i dont intend to ever need another

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Tough, cool, big. Wide mouth so you can put ice cubes in it.

I dragged this thing through the jungle in Central Africa and it served me well, the only time I couldn''t get a drink of water was standing next to the wild gorillas. Apparently drinking in front of them makes them want a sip.

They (the Swiss?) originally made a stove that goes with this, though Amazon doesn''t sell it, which I think is what the upper snaps are for on the canvas.

I like owning things that are unique and will last a lifetime -this is definitely among them.

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This canteen is sturdy and the neck opens big enough to take either an immersion heater for cold weather or standard ice cubes for hot weather.

Doesn''t sweat the way a plastic canteen can. The one I have holds 1 liter (a little over a standard quart).

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This canteen is one of the biggest I''ve been able to find, and the body and nesting cup are both made of solid aluminum, and mostly indestructable. However, the plastic cap is both relatively flimsy, and has a metal pin where the chain attaches the cap to the canteen. This pin protrudes from the top instead of being recessed into a concavity. This might seem like no big deal, but if you happen to drop the canteen on the cap, the pin transfers the entire force of the drop into one tiny point, which makes the cap very likely to shatter. (I dropped mine onto relatively plush carpet the first week, and the cap shattered into a million pieces.) Other than the flaw in the cap, this canteen is great. Big, sturdy, and the nesting cap and canvas cover are both great. If it came with a sturdier cap with a recessed pin, I would recommend this highly.

Instead, I would recommend the Swiss M32 canteen. Although it''s a good bit smaller, it''s much sturdier. I was apprehensive about the cork stopper, but after some heavy use, I actually much prefer it to screw-on caps.

Allen Company Pathfinder Fanny Pack with Shoulder Straps Save 33% off

I bought this pack for my wife as a present. When it arrived there were loose threads hanging out all over it. i am not being picky here literally it was almost like fringe. It was as though the person making the bag didn''t take the time to clean up the threads. I sat down and clipped off all of the loose threads. Didn''t want to do that but didn''t want to send it back. My wife loaded the pack with a relatively light load. Approximately 8 10 pounds. The sternum, strap immediately malfunctioned and would not reopen. I may have simply gotten a bad one. It happens. But I don''t think I will ever consider another one from this company unless I can see it hanging on a rack and examine it first.

I couldn''t resist this fannypack for less than $35 as I''m sure it will come in handy during hunting and fishing trips and possibly day hikes. Here are my initial impressions. The pack is well made and has four quick release points for added accessories. The fabric does seem to have a waterproof coating on it. Pockets galore and more spacious than I anticipated. You can lash a jacket on top, in the front, or even on the bottom if you add another set of straps as there are two lashing points on the bottom. There are also 4 D-rings; one on each side of the belt and one on each shoulder strap. There are two main compartments with a flap that conceals the zipper to keep moisture out. The only negative that I see as of now is if you are a large waisted person, the belt may be too small. I wear a 38-40" waist belt and the pack fits good. A 46" waist may be a snug fit

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Nice looking and very functional for hiking and hunting. But the belly strap is a little short My son (275#, 6''5, XXX size) will have to add additional webbing to encompass his middle. The package took a month to arrive because FedEx or the Post Office did not tell me it had arrived (PO Box). Was sent back to Allen and they next sent it by UPS with no hangups or extra charge. The Allen Co. is great to work with. Good customer service. Will buy more camping gear from them in the future.

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I hunt big game up in Northern MN. This is a great product that I would put against any major name brand comparable unit that is 2x more $$$.. I am able to put extra clothing (hat, gloves, rain gear), field dressing gear (knife, gloves, saw, deer drag, small thermos, GPS, back up flash light, ammo, binoculars, and still have more room and can hike 2-3 miles comfortably. this is very durable and has some great compartments to help keep gear organized and. you can take it on/off easily even with my climbing harness on once in my small hang on tree stand.

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The young man that I brought it for just love it. It was just what he wanted now he can go out with his father and not have to share with his dad. He put his things in it and was so happy. The idea was was what he wnted

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