Water Treatment - Filtration
Publisher’s Gear Guide Update (2023)
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.
DetailsAquaMira Frontier Max In-Line Water Filter, New SOLD
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…
Details2022 Backpacking Light Members Choice Awards
First annual Members Choice Awards – what gear do our members use and love as we near the end of 2022?
DetailsNot for thru hiking
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…
DetailsMSR Waterworks
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…
DetailsMSR Pump Filter – FREE
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…
DetailsSawyer Mini Squeeze Filters – FREE
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…
DetailsAquamira Frontier Max In-Line Water Filter
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…
DetailsKatadyn Gravity BeFree Water Filtration System, 3 Liters, New – SOLD
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…
DetailsPlatypus Gravity Works 4 liter bags and hoses
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.
DetailsHow Effective are Backflushing and Storage Practices for Backcountry Squeeze Filters Using Hollow-Fiber Membrane Technology?
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.
DetailsHydroBlu Versa Flow Filter
Gear reviews from our staff and members, buy/sell used, shopping tools, and more about the HydroBlu Versa Flow.
DetailsPlatypus Gravityworks 4L system
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
DetailsFS – Sawyer Squeeze
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.
DetailsSOLD – MSR Miniworks EX Microfilter – NEW
Brand: MSR Model: Miniworks EX Microfilter Condition: Brand New MSRP: $100 Asking Price: $50 shipped
DetailsBroken/dropped/frozen Platypus GravityWorks Filter
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…
DetailsNaked Water bottle with replaceable filter
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…
DetailsPlatypus GravityWorks Water Filter
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…
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