When it comes to outdoor adventures, nature becomes your main source of hydration (lakes or rivers). But of course, you must first make sure its potable and safe for drinking, hence, the importance of portable filters. Lifestraw instantly comes to mind, with its decades-long reputation of providing the world’s lightest, slimmest wilderness survival filters. The company is at it again with the release of the Sip Essential, which puts past releases to shame with its slim design.
The new product still features the company’s personal filter straw system, but at half the weight. It’s the company’s lightest water filter by far, weighing just 0.7 oz (20 g), which is less than half the original Sip.
The weight reduction is largely due to its construction. Whereas the original used stainless steel and silicone, the Sip Essential favored BPA plastic and silicone. Yet, the new release is a tad bit larger at 10.8″ x 0.53″ (27.4 x 1.3 cm).
Moreover, as with previous models, Lifestraw’s new product follows the same usage. Just drop the straw into a body of water and sip. Its integrated filter system ensures you are hydrating with something safe and free from bacteria or chemicals.
Lifestraw’s Sip Essential removes 99.999999% of bacteria, 99.999% of parasites, and 99.999% of microplastics with every sip. The straw is designed to filter up to 1,000 liters of water, which should be enough to filter a year’s worth of drinking water, making it a handy hydration tool during outdoor adventures. It features protective caps at both ends to keep it clean during storage and prevent contamination before use.
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