UV Water Purifiers Are Bullshit
To achieve its claimed ability to remove pathogens, water going into CamelBak’s new UV purifier must first be cleaned by a filter from a rival manufacturer. And that rival product is cheaper. That’s according to CamelBak’s own lab testing. And its not the only water treatment technology that’s incapable of performing…
​How To Find And Purify Drinking Water In The Wilderness
Staying hydrated is essential while camping, hiking or just spending time outside. Here's how to find the best water sources, then ensure their water is safe to drink.
The Sweat-to-Water Purifier: Real-Life Dune Still Suit Will Save Lives
Nobody wants to drink their own processed urine like Kevin Costner did in Waterworld. Lord no, that's disgusting. But drinking your own sweat like Kyle MacLachlan from Dune, now that's the ticket. And with the help of this new distillation device, people living in even the most parched environments will have easy…
SteriPEN Sidewinder Purifier Blasts Dirty Water With UV Rays
Fresh from this year's Outdoor Retailer expo comes SteriPEN's new Sidewinder portable water purifier. You can leave the batteries at home on your next trip, as the Sidewinder only needs a good cranking to power its germ-killing UV bulb.
Solvatten Solar Jerrycan Purifies Water Using Nothing But Sunshine
Providing clean water is an integral part to any effort to raise third-world living standards. Solvatten, a Swedish-designed water purifier, does its job using nothing but a couple of hours in the sun.
Pocket Well - Clean Water Anywhere, With Style
While we've seen dozens of water purification devices before, the Pocket Well falls back on a classic design for easy function.
