Just bought a Nalgene water bottle

Pacu · **on:** July 11, 2010, 05:04:08 AM

In my bid to get in shape for the Hotter n Hell 100 mile bike tour i bought a Nalgene water bottle @ Academy. I'm trying to cut down on cola and crap food. By leaving my pocket shrapnel at the abode and bring my water bottle for lunch with water or tea in it i'll be forced to reduce my soft drink vices.

The thing is well built, BPA free and made in the US.

AHB · **Reply #1 on:** July 11, 2010, 09:53:38 AM

Actually a good idea.. I drink way to much coffee at work so I think I'll be looking around for a good waterbottle instead..

[edit] I just ordered the blue Nalgene 500ml (Narrow) for myself and the pink one for my youngest girl..[/edit]

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #2 on:** July 11, 2010, 10:40:39 AM

Good idea

I use http://www.onegreenbottle.com/ for the same job

Let us know how you get on in the race mate

ryan1835 · **Reply #3 on:** July 11, 2010, 11:14:26 AM

Quote from: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on July 11, 2010, 10:40:39 AM

Good idea I use http://www.onegreenbottle.com/ for the same job

Let us know how you get on in the race mate

So do I thanks to you Mike, best this about them is there taste free

Turnstone · **Reply #4 on:** July 12, 2010, 08:52:12 PM

Good idea. I tend to drink not enough, too. I have a camelbak better bottle, which helps me a lot to drink more, but it has only 500 ml. I need a larger one.

PyroJames · **Reply #5 on:** July 12, 2010, 09:00:26 PM

Nalgene bottles are nice. I use both Nalgene and Camelbak and they've completely replaced all those plastic bottles I used to [foolishly] buy.

Quote from: Pacu on July 11, 2010, 05:04:08 AM

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So Pacu, which one is you?

Dropkick · **Reply #6 on:** July 13, 2010, 11:56:54 AM

im gonna have to check out those bottles, i got a rubbermade bottle couple weeks ago and for some reason i can still taste hints of plastic even though i've washed it many times. But i know all about quieting soda. been soda free for 3 and a half years but cant say the same for the brown bottles lol

Sparky415 · **Reply #7 on:** July 13, 2010, 12:32:45 PM

Quote from: Dropkick on July 13, 2010, 11:56:54 AM

im gonna have to check out those bottles, i got a rubbermade bottle couple weeks ago and for some reason i can still taste hints of plastic even though i've washed it many times. But i know all about quieting soda. been soda free for 3 and a half years but cant say the same for the brown bottles lol

DaveK · **Reply #8 on:** July 13, 2010, 01:32:49 PM

I looked at the Nalgene, Camelbak and other bottles when I got my Maxpedition Jumbo, but went for a 500ml SIGG in the end. I just figure the SIGG will keep the water cool for slightly longer than the Nalgene, but mostly I just think it looks cooler

I've saved a fortune on bottled water, fizzy drinks and coffee since I started carrying it around with me.

Mercury · **Reply #9 on:** July 14, 2010, 11:07:23 PM

Having a Nalgene bottle is essential. I always have my 32 oz bottle with me at work.

asupernothing · **Reply #10 on:** July 15, 2010, 02:22:40 AM

Quote from: Mercury on July 14, 2010, 11:07:23 PM

Having a Nalgene bottle is essential. I always have my 32 oz bottle with me at work.

copy that I do have the 32oz small neck.

btw for those who dont know. the nalgene bottles are sized to fit most common water filters. the good backpacking filters, not the little ones that go on your tap.
i started carrying nalgene bottles when i was a 10 year old boy scout backpacker. its now 7 years since i was a scout and 2 years since my last backpack trip but i still have the nalgene bottles.

InspectorWinter · **Reply #11 on:** July 15, 2010, 02:46:17 AM

Quote from: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on July 11, 2010, 10:40:39 AM

Good idea I use http://www.onegreenbottle.com/ for the same job

Let us know how you get on in the race mate

Mike they have some great looking bottles and I really like the way their website is written. Thanks for the link, I will be buying a few of those tomorrow and some of the neoprene jackets too.

I have a Camelbak bottle that is about ready to be retired, but I totally buy into the idea of carrying your own water to cut back on drinking fizzy drinks.

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #12 on:** July 15, 2010, 06:43:24 PM

I have a 12oz Kleen Kanteen that I got as a gift from another forum member. I keep it filled with water on my nightstand because I often get thirsty at night and I don't like leaving an open topped glass where it's likely to get knocked over by fumbling fingers.

Def

Freudian Frog · **Reply #13 on:** July 15, 2010, 06:52:56 PM

Wait, there's people who don't know what a Nalgene bottle is?

I've had a 1L Nalgene with me at all times since middle school. First time I probably encountered them would be through my sister's altheletic competitions. Cheap and indestructible is all I could ask for.

Mercury · **Reply #14 on:** July 16, 2010, 05:05:12 AM

Quote from: Grant Lamontagne on July 15, 2010, 06:43:24 PM

I have a 12oz Kleen Kanteen that I got as a gift from another forum member. I keep it filled with water on my nightstand because I often get thirsty at night and I don't like leaving an open topped glass where it's likely to get knocked over by fumbling fingers.

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Def

That is sweet, where can I find one?

asupernothing · **Reply #15 on:** July 16, 2010, 07:22:20 AM

the nalgene bottles were designed to work with portable water filters, I have yet to find another bottle that can maintain quality and do that. Nalgene definitely takes the win.

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #16 on:** July 16, 2010, 07:23:26 PM

Quote from: Mercury on July 16, 2010, 05:05:12 AM

Quote from: Grant Lamontagne on July 15, 2010, 06:43:24 PM
I have a 12oz Kleen Kanteen that I got as a gift from another forum member. I keep it filled with water on my nightstand because I often get thirsty at night and I don't like leaving an open topped glass where it's likely to get knocked over by fumbling fingers.

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Def

That is sweet, where can I find one?

http://www.kleankanteen.com/

There are lots of different sizes, colors and top options to pick from.

Def

Mercury · **Reply #17 on:** July 17, 2010, 06:13:07 AM

My friends rave about kleen canteens. I am adding one to the list of things I want. Doesn't mean I'll be able to get it anytime soon, but it's there!

Sean · **Reply #18 on:** July 17, 2010, 09:20:27 PM

It's that time of year for sure for a bit of extra water is welcome when your out and about.
I have one of these. http://www.lakenbottles.com/classic-s.html Lined so hopefully won't
rust and BPA free.

Andreas · **Reply #19 on:** July 23, 2010, 03:22:14 PM

I did the same thing with dropping soft drinks about a year ago. Now I only drink water, sometimes juice, and sometimes a Red Bull if I'm tired (don't drink coffee, or alcohol for that matter). I couldn't find any water bottles that fulfilled my requirements: insulated, sports cap/can be opened with one hand and minimum 0.7L. The closest I came was the Camelbak Insulated Stainless Better Bottle which is only 0.5L. So, I made my own! Bottle cap that is. I had a 0.7L insulated bottle but it had a screw-on cap, so I made a sports cap out of it. I think people who use non-insulated bottles have never tried insulated ones... I work outside in the sun all summer and I can put ice cubes in at 6AM and still have some left at 1PM after countless water refills and the bottle being in direct sunlight all day.

Here's my current semi-DIY bottle: http://andreasodegard.com/2010/07/diy-water-bottle-sports-cap/

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