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Info on Sawyer Squeeze filter? Help finding other threads?

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PostedJan 17, 2013 at 6:31 pm

I want to get a simple water filter for a thru-hike and general camping use. Here are my goals:

-Lightweight
-No Expiration (Example: Running out of tabs, replacing batteries, replacing filters)

The Sawyer Squeeze seems like a great filter to use because it weighs 3 ounces and filters 1,000,000 gallons of water. But, the bags are supposedly prone to leaking. Is there another bag I can use in lieu of the provided ones, or are the threads proprietary? Can I get an adapter to use something like a Platypus bottle?

The top Amazon review also tells me to check Backpackinglight for extensive info but I can't seem to find anything. Can someone provide a link if they have it bookmarked?

Thank you!

-Max

Ken Thompson BPL Member
PostedJan 17, 2013 at 6:34 pm

New redesigned for 2013 Ron from MLD just posted some info last night or so.

PostedJan 17, 2013 at 7:48 pm

Thank you Ken. I actually found the old thread and spent an hour looking at 7 pages of information. I was actually trying to figure out the best way to machine an adapter from an old Platypus cap and a cut-up Sawyer pouch, etc… and then I checked this and MLD has solved all of my issues!

Wonderful! Question answered :)

PostedJan 18, 2013 at 5:35 am

I use this inline with the MSR prefilter also inline and a 4gal. solar shower for large hiking groups in camp. Works great. During the day with a 1l. Soda bottle. Good to see they replaced the bags.

Pete Staehling BPL Member
PostedJan 18, 2013 at 7:50 am

I actually like the bags that come with the Sawyer. I carry two and avoid squeezing them too hard.

PostedJan 18, 2013 at 12:12 pm

Just ordered the Sawyer with the 2013 bag from Mountain Laurel Designs. I'll post a review when it comes in, since nobody else has that I can see yet.

Cheers,
MD

PostedJan 26, 2013 at 7:39 pm

The old ones are a triple-layer "foil" with a laminate. The new ones are tough plastic. The new filter only comes with one plastic bag, and the old one comes with three foil bags.

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