Water bottles need to be
functional, durable and reliable. On a long hike up a mountain
pass in winter or along a winding trail in summer, proper
hydration is essential. Depending on activity and weather
conditions, you'll need to drink two to four quarts of water per
day to avoid the unpleasant symptoms of dehydration like
dizziness, weakness, leg cramps and headache.
Now designed with high-tech
features, water bottles are no longer just capped plastic
containers. They are generally made of shatter- and
puncture-resistant polyethylene or lexan. Lexan bottles are more
expensive, but they won't absorb off tastes and odors the way
other plastics can. Capacities are generally sixteen to thirty-two
ounces, with scaled-down sizes for kids. Openings can be wide or
narrow, with flip, screw or push-pull tops. Narrow openings afford
more control when drinking. Be sure your water bottle has a tether
or keeper for the lid or top.
If you're willing to spend more,
you can get a water bottle cradled in a mesh holster with a carry
strap. There is also a double-walled version with insulation
between the walls. The sleek, small-diameter aluminum bottle looks
great and has a hygienic inner coating to resist off tastes. There
are water bottles with all kinds of clips and straps, even one
with a hole to attach to a carabineer. One model comes with its
own fanny pack. Another has an insulated nylon jacket. Some water
bottles are collapsible, to save space in your pack. Others can
have a water filter/purifier built in.
With such a wide range of
choices, water bottles have evolved into essential, well-designed
accessories for those thirsty outdoor adventures.
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About The Author:
Rita Liotta
is a successful author and publisher at
www.1st-at-camping-gear.com. Recommending
camping equipment, tents, backpacks, GPS, binoculars, sleeping
bags, hiking boots, camping stoves, containers, water purifiers,
compasses, topographical maps, pocket knives & hammocks
10-04-04
