Water Treatment - Filtration

Loading...
Publisher’s Gear Guide Update (2023)
Article

The Publisher’s Gear Guide has been updated. This gear guide contains recommendations in various categories by Backpacking Light Publisher and Founder Ryan Jordan. This is the gear he actually chooses to use on his own trips.

Details
AquaMira Frontier Max In-Line Water Filter, New SOLD
Gear Swap

This in-line filter is claimed to fit most any hydration system. Full info from Aquamira follows. Probably more than you want to read. Features and Benefits Worldwide Filter with up…

Details
2022 Backpacking Light Members Choice Awards
Article

First annual Members Choice Awards – what gear do our members use and love as we near the end of 2022?

Details
Not for thru hiking
Gear Review

On my second filter sent free from Katadyn because the first nearly stopped flowing.  Now the same for new second filter.  The flow is fantastic out of the box.  But…

Details
MSR Waterworks
Gear Swap

MSR water treatment system.  Probably 25 years old.  Mine is an older version of one shown in the photo.  Only used a handful of times.  Works similar to the current…

Details
FREE SPOT Gen 2
Gear Swap

Used , free $5.00 for shipping

Details
MSR Pump Filter – FREE
Gear Swap

I have an old model MSR WaterWorks pump filter to give away. At almost 17 oz. it’s not exactly ultralight, but still fully functional and sturdy. I realize this forum…

Details
Sawyer Mini Squeeze Filters – FREE
Gear Swap

I have 2 Sawyer Mini Squeeze filters to give away. Both are in good functioning condition, complete with squeeze bags and one backwash syringe. No leaks. I flushed everything with…

Details
Aquamira Frontier Max In-Line Water Filter
Gear Swap

This in-line filter is claimed to fit most any hydration system. Full info from Aquamira follows. Probably more than you want to read. Features and Benefits Worldwide Filter with up…

Details
Katadyn Gravity BeFree Water Filtration System, 3 Liters, New – SOLD
Gear Swap

Gravity water filtration with 3L flask. Uses Katadyn’s BeFree 0.1 micron fast flow, easy clean membrane. See details below. Features (from REI) 1 micron microfilter is tested to protect against…

Details
Platypus Gravity Works 4 liter bags and hoses
Gear Swap

Gravity Works 4 liter clean bag, dirty bag, and hoses are new, never used. Stuff sack has been used. Filter is NOT included. You pay postage.

Details
How Effective are Backflushing and Storage Practices for Backcountry Squeeze Filters Using Hollow-Fiber Membrane Technology?
Article

We provide data that evaluates backflushing and storage in maintaining flow rates of the Platypus Quickdraw, Sawyer Squeeze, and Katadyn Befree hollow-fiber membrane squeeze filters.

Details
HydroBlu Versa Flow Filter
Gear

Gear reviews from our staff and members, buy/sell used, shopping tools, and more about the HydroBlu Versa Flow.

Details
Platypus Gravityworks 4L system
Gear Swap

Never used. Box has a flap ripped off.  4L dirty reservoir and 4L clean reservour. Comes with everything pictured. $100 shipped in the USA   SOLD

Details
For sale (FS) MSR trailshot squeeze water filter
Gear Swap

Sold. Thank you all for interest

Details
FS – Sawyer Squeeze
Gear Swap

Only used once. I use my Katadyn BeFree now so just looking for someone that could use my Sawyer Squeeze. Comes with all the parts you see in this photo.

Details
SOLD – MSR Miniworks EX Microfilter – NEW
Gear Swap

Brand: MSR Model: Miniworks EX Microfilter Condition: Brand New MSRP: $100 Asking Price: $50 shipped

Details
Broken/dropped/frozen Platypus GravityWorks Filter
Gear Swap

If anyone has a GravityWorks filter that doesn’t work anymore, I’d love to take it off your hands! I’m just using the casing to modify my existing filtration system so…

Details
Naked Water bottle with replaceable filter
Gear Swap

This water bottle was bought as part of a Kickstarter campaign.  It has been filled with water, but it has never been used.  You can buy replacement filters on the…

Details
Platypus GravityWorks Water Filter
Gear

The Platypus Gravityworks 6.0L Filter is a mature product that addresses the use cases of high-volume water treatment for groups and basecamp scenarios. It is simple to operate and is…

Details

Join Our Community

Become a Backpacking Light Member


Forum Access

Unrestricted access to all forums, plus the ability to post and start new threads.

Premium Content

Unrestricted access to all 2,300+ articles, gear reviews, skills, stories, and more.

Community Posts

Post new content to the community including gear swaps, reviews, trip reports and more!

Online Education

Get unlimited access to all our online education (*Unlimited membership required).

Pack less. Be more. Become a member today!

Get Started

Loading...