A reliable water filter is a must, at least if you like your drink without a side of giardia. There are innumerable devices on the market these days, with microfiber filters coming in all shapes and ...

For outdoor enthusiasts, clean and safe drinking water isn’t something to be taken for granted. Whether you're spending the day trekking through remote wilderness, embarking on a multi-day hike or ...

Access to clean drinking water is never a guarantee in the wilderness, which is why a good filter is essential on your outdoor adventure. To remove bacteria, parasites, and other contaminants, the ...

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Water filters are one of those gear items you don’t mess around with—there are few worse outcomes to a backpacking trip than a surprise parasite. To ensure you don’t bring home an uninvited guest, we ...

For general backpacking, the Sawyer Squeeze offers the best balance of reliability and capacity. The Katadyn BeFree wins for ultralight trips where every ounce matters. For group camping or base camp ...

That s an interesting question, Kane. Generally, I think water filters are fine for North America. But there are indications that purifiers are in order, especially in areas that get a lot of human ...

When I first heard about PürTrek mashing together trekking poles and a water filter into one product, I was intrigued. I’m a big fan of efficiency and having a water filter always at hand when hiking ...

A good way to ensure you’re drinking clean water is by filtering it. While you can purchase bottled water that a company has already filtered, you can also filter water yourself. The method you choose ...