It is what I expected, defect free and perfect price. Deliviry is on time and will surely buy more in the near future.
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Nalgene Tritan 16oz Grey Reusable Wide Mouth Bottle
It is what I expected, defect free and perfect price. Deliviry is on time and will surely buy more in the near future.
Reliance Products Solar-Spray 5 Gallon Portable Shower Save 20% off
This piece is adequate. For me, at least, it doesn''t heat up as quickly as advertised. Also not much pressure but that is to be expected. It will serve its purpose though.
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These are by far superior to the bag type water warmers, much tougher and last way longer. I call them "water warmers" because I made my own shower and only use these to warm the water with, weather permitting, otherwise I additionaly heat to a prefered temperature. my gf is picky. I tested and found the water is actually a few degrees warmer with these containers than the other type of solar shower. Do not store these in your vehicle full of water! Fill them once at camp and you''ll be fine. It takes about 6 hours of direct sunlight to raise the water temp by approximatly 20 degrees above ambient temperature. They claim less but don''t buy that unless your in the 80''s or 90''s. A cool winter day with less day light about 15 degrees more than ambient temp. I gave this product only 3 stars because they all leak and I would pay a few bucks more for something that didn''t.Read Best Reviews of Reliance Products Solar-Spray 5 Gallon Portable Shower Here
I could not fill it to capacity and then hoist it up into the tree I was using, but then again i am not the stongest girl in the world, and was trying to do it alone. Once I emptied out some of the water, it was easier to lift. Not perfect, but effective.Want Reliance Products Solar-Spray 5 Gallon Portable Shower Discount?
You fill the malleable (collapsable), squarely shaped reservoir with water and leave it in the sun to heat up. I left mine in the sun for several hours, a bit longer than the directions indicated, and it finally produced lukewarm water.You hang the reservoir from a tree or whatnot, and stand under it. Then you turn the nozzle and let water shower over you. The nozzle is cheap, and it''s sure to leak. This is okay if you fill it and use it immediately, because technically, it''s supposed to leak--all over your body. But my needs were to keep the water bag in my van for a time before taking my shower, and the water constantly dripped out.
The company sends you a rope and hook with which to hang the bag. Ug. The S-hook should have come with a ring to tie the rope to. It didn''t, so the rope is always slipping off. It''s a stiff rope, almost impossible to tie to the S-ring.
This is a poor product, but a product that will work if you use it seldomly. I think that, if you use it often, you will quickly grow annoyed.
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Jack Skellington Aluminum Water Bottle
I could give five stars to this bottle, however the packaging was lacking protection; there were just a couple of packaging airbags and there was a scratch on the neck, which I did not like, as this was a gift!
Stainless Steel Water Bottle Canteen 25oz.
I love this water bottle. It is lightweight, and has a wide mouth great for adding ice, as well as for cleaning the bottle. The cap fits really tightly and I have had no leaks, and the bottle is just the right size to fit in the cup holder of my car. I actually did not notice any aftertaste in the water, as I had read in some of the reviews I saw before purchasing the bottle. All in all I am very happy with this purchase.
XLC Alloy Water Bottle Cage (Red/Black)
Complements my other red/black stuff fine. Looks nice. Black rubber trim hangs onto any sport bottle I''ve put in there, tightens down very securely.Does not hold beer bottles very well.
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This holds a tall water bottle without slipping out. It''s also fairly light for the shape. I recommend it in place of regular wire cages.Read Best Reviews of XLC Alloy Water Bottle Cage (Red/Black) Here
Looks good on a 2011 white/red Trek MadoneIts Cheap
Its Light
It has not loosened in 4 months of use, holds a camelbak bottle just fine
Worth the price compared to the bontrager bottle cage.
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Very well built bottle holder and holds my Polar Bottle very snug. Color is a perfect match for my Columba.
Green Bottle 25-Ounce Reusable Stainless Steel Water Bottle Save 6% off
I have been using this water bottle almost everyday. Works great. No funny after taste. Keeps the water colder a little longer too, if you put it in the fridge for a few minutes. It comes with two different caps, so you can use it like a sports bottle or clip in on your belt or back pack too. I hand wash it b/c I read that is recommended to keep the paint on the outside in good condition. No problems or complaints. I love it!
-the water tastes like metal. especially the longer the water sits in it. i understand this is what the vessel is made of. i don''t know if this is the case with all bottles of this kind as this was my 1st.
-after about 2 weeks of daily use, the paint started to chip off of the bottom, and now up the sides. being that they go through all the trouble of offering them in array of colors and saying they''re dishwasher safe, i would think they would have designed this better. it seems to be a plastic coating of color on the metal. even if i didn''t put it in the dishwasher, it seems like it would''ve chipped off the bottom, just from use, just as rapidly.
-the "metal" clip seemed pretty flimsy and looked like it was made of plastic, so i removed it.
that being said. it''s a great size bottle. i like the ring in the screw top, and the wide mouth means easy drinking as well as being able to see the contents of your bottle prior to taking a sip. (i know this is an issue for some people.)
however, after less than a month, i seem to be in the market for a new bottle, thus the low star rating.
*update* i ended up getting a different bottle and throwing this one away. my new bottle seems to have the color enameled on, and does not chip. the above bottle is just poorly designed.
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This is my first stainless steel water bottle, and I am mostly very pleased with it. My major concern was taste. After doing a little research, I let the bottle sit overnight filled with a vinegar-water solution. I have never once experienced the metallic taste that I was worried about. It is a good size and has a great look. The sport top leaks a little bit, so if I''m using that one I make sure to not let the bottle lie down. The normal top does not leak at all so it can just be popped into a bag and tossed around. The wide mouth opening is very handy if you want to add ice to your water. Much more reasonable priced than the Sigg and with a wide array of styles I think this bottle is worth a try!Read Best Reviews of Green Bottle 25-Ounce Reusable Stainless Steel Water Bottle Here
Love it. It is as pretty as the pictures. I like that it comes with a sports cap. Just make sure it is screwed on tight, or the bag you were carrying it in will become a portable puddle which will be soaked up quickly by the papers you are supposed to grade for your class. And don''t fill it with hot water from the water cooler or the temperature will surprise you and you might drop it.Want Green Bottle 25-Ounce Reusable Stainless Steel Water Bottle Discount?
I bought several of these bottles for my family and myself. I really like them. Yes they are heavier than plastic bottles (hello, steel is heavier than plastic). I had trouble with the metallic tasting water initially but after two treatments with baking soda and vinegar plus an overnight soak in the solution, the metallic taste is gone. I have two other types of stainless steel water bottles and they had the same problem until I treated them. So did my stainless steel thermal coffeepot when I first got it. You can get rid of the metal taste and it is way better than plastic water bottles. The sport top can leak a little though if you put it in a backpack so I would recommend using the other top they give you for that. I also put it in a sock when I use ice to keep it cooler longer and prevent the sweating that occurs(no need to buy an expensive cover for it). I really like that the mouth of the bottle is wide enough for ice cubes. I am very happy with my purchase of this bottle.Save 6% off
CamelBak Podium Bottle
This bottle is designed to eliminate the messes created by normal water bottles. Normal bottles have a valve that pulls open and pushes shut. Often it is loose and doesn''t stay open, or it leaks around the sides and the residue eventually runs down the sides of the bottle. That''s not too big a deal if all you carry is water, but any sports drink will soon make a sticky, dirty, insect-attracting mess on the bottle, your hands, and the bike frame.The Podium bottle replaces the normal valve with a membrane that has a tiny "x" cut in it. It won''t let fluids out unless there is pressure applied by either squeezing the bottle, sucking on the mouthpiece, or both. The mouthpiece is not the typical CamelBak bite valve; think of it as a short straw. When you drink, the fluid goes through the mouthpiece and into your mouth -not onto the bottle. You don''t have to pull it open with your teeth. You don''t have to shut it with your hand (or by pounding it against your chest). It''s simple and it works.
There is one moving part: a cutoff valve that will seal off flow even if you squeeze the bottle. However, under normal circumstances, it can be left in the open position. The membrane is enough to keep the contents in, even if the bottle is inverted. For that reason, it also works well for use when running. The plastic is more rigid than most bottles of this type, but I didn''t find that to be a problem. These are 2-3 times the cost of a typical water bottle, but you can eliminate the distraction of messy bottles for under $20 (for two), and that''s a good deal.
However after a few months use, I noticed black mold growing in the nipple of the caps of both bottles. I used q-tips to remove some of the mold, but the rest is inaccessible. Its frustrating that I can see it inside the cap, but there''s no way to disassemble the caps to clean (per Camelbak''s website, the caps shouldn''t be taken apart, since this will cause leaks).
Bottom line: I love the functionality, but not willing to chance my health. I''m looking for replacement bottles now.
Update 9/7/2011:
I went against Camelbak''s advice, and took apart the plastic cap. I was then able to completely clean out all the mold. After re-assembling, I haven''t noticed any problems (i.e. no leaks). So even though the manufacturer doesn''t recommend it, taking apart the cap to clean seems to work.
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Ive used bike bottles for over twenty-five years now and never really had an issue with the bottles I have purchased over the years. From the cheapest to the most expensive they''ve all featured the simple spout that you pull open with your mouth and close with your thumb as you replace it in the cage.Cheap ones may not work as well or make your water taste like plastic but they work well enough and were cheap enough that when they were shot or you didn''t like them you could simply toss them away. I have water bottles in my collection that are easily ten years old.
Enough of the back story...I decided to test this bottle solely for the reputation of Camelback and the integration of their bite valve into a water bottle. A perfectly logical extension of their product especially among the roadies.
Despite their condescending advertisements I purchased a bottle to test. I can say that the bite valve doesn''t disappoint in this application. We are all pretty familiar with the Camelback bite valve and it''s a proven performer. It works very well in this application and I enjoyed using the bottle. However, considering the price, did it work four times better than a typical water bottle? probably not.
I think one unexpected market that Camelback may have overlooked is the under 5 year old demographic. The bottle allowed my 3 year old to use the bottle without spilling any water like he normally would with my "regular" bottles. Like a giant sippy cup he was able to drink all the water he wanted and be as care free as he liked without spilling a drop.
one last thought. These bottles are make in China. While not normally an issue I think that considering the price point they could have found a US company to make these for them.
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Great bottle -works as advertised. The valve provides by far the best flow of any bottle I''ve used in over 20 years of cycling. The valve does not leak. The bottle is easy to handle and drink from.After several weeks of use, however, I noiced a black mold growing inside the soft rubber bite area on the top. I removed the soft rubber top, thoroughly cleaned the inside of the top, and soaked the whole top in bleach and water to kill anything remain mold. I started to be more attentive when cleaning the bottles right after use. The mold issue came right back, however.
Eventually, the flow of one of the bottles began to decrease. This prompted me to remove not only the soft rubber bite area, but also the plastic ring that holds the blue flow control ''flapper''. Once this ring is removed, you can see the inside of the valve itself and what I saw literally scared me -there was balck mold caked on the entire inside of the valve and it was so thick on the underside of the blue flow control ''flapper'', that it was impeding the water flow. It was scary to think how much mold I have been eating over the last few months. I cleaned the inside of the top as best as I could, but there was still mold in all the little difficult to reach areas.
To me, this a simple design flaw and I don''t know how it could be fixed -the inner chamber of the top does not get enough air flow after cleaning to sufficently dry it out. So, you will always have a wet environment inside the valve and this will always be an area where mold will grow.
You can make your own choice if this mold issue is acceptable -for me, it is not. I am concerned enough about eating all that mold that I will not use these bottles again. I gave this product one star not because I necessarily hate it -but because it has a serious design flaw that I find unacceptable.
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I am not often moved to write reviews for products, but I feel such a deep love and appreciation for the Camelbak Podium (24 oz) water bottle that I just can''t keep quiet! First, let me say that I don''t use this bottle for biking because I don''t bike. Instead, I use this bottle as my general drinking-water-all-day bottle as well as my whitewater kayaking bottle.There are several features of this bottle that make me love it so. First, the locking valve is a delight -both when I''m chucking it in a backpack and don''t want to worry about it leaking, and when I have it in my kayak and don''t want to worry about the river water, pristine though it may be, getting in. Second, when the locking valve is unlocked, the water still doesn''t come out on its own; You can tip the bottle upside down with nary a drop escaping. Third, when you drink from it, the flow is AMAZING. You''ll note that I capitalized all the letters in "amazing" because it''s just that good. This is much better than any bite valve on any hydration system I have yet experienced. As fast and hard as you suck, the Podium will keep up with spurt after spurt of that liquid of life: water.
And it''s quite handsome as well. I recommend it.