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What kind of water filter do you carry?

I've had a Katadyn Hiker forever. I've never really had a problem with it and the flow rate has always been great for my needs. As I slowly go about upgrading my kit/trying new things, I have found myself looking at all of the new filtration systems that weren't around when I bought my Hiker. The Sawyers look really promising as my next purchase. Has anyone ever tried UV filtration?

8 years ago by schrodingersman with 3 comments

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  • trails
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    I've never tried UV filtration (but definitely on the bucket list), but I'm currently using an in-line crypto filter for my Geigerrig. The whole setup has been nothing short of amazing, especially once the plastic taste stopped bleeding into the water! If interested, here's the description.

    • schrodingersman
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      I like that it has a carbon filter on it. How long did it take for the plastic taste to go away? Not a show stopper by any means, but it's nice to know.

      • trails (edited 8 years ago)
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        It was about two months (probably used about 10 times during that period). Once I soaked the bladder in water with baking soda, things definitely improved!