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Reliance Aqua-Tainer - 7 gal.

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Carry and dispense water conveniently in this handy Reliance Aqua-Tainer 7 gal. storage container.

Container is made of rugged, rigid polyethylene
Spigot cap is reversible for safe storage and transport
Spigot is easy to use with on/off switch for intermittent use
Special contour grip makes the container easy to transport
Liquid level indicator keeps you aware of how much water you have left
Includes a screw-on vent cap
Containers can be stacked when empty for convenient storage
Reliance Aqua-Tainer containers are good for home emergency preparedness

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Reliance Aqua-Tainer - 7 gal. Customer Reviews

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Reliance Aqua-Tainer - 7 gal.

3.8

(based on 22 reviews)

68%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Good capacity (17)
Good grip (13)
No plastic taste (13)
Durable (12)
Easy to drain (11)

Cons

Loose lid (3)

Best Uses

Camping (13)
Survival (9)
Day trip (6)
Backcountry camping (3)
Kayak / canoe / rafting (3)

- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual/ recreational (10), Avid adventurer (6), Casual adventurer (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (11)

Reviewed by 22 customers

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Apr

2013

1.0

has plastic aftertaste!!!

By udontwannaknow

from Charlotte NC

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Cons

Best Uses

Comments about Reliance Aqua-Tainer - 7 gal.:

I bought two of these. I started with trying to rinse them out with dish shoap. did not work. water has plastic after taste which was very strong, I could smell it in the water. then I tried to clean it with a lot of baking soda (as directed by reliance) did not work. then I tried cleaning and leaving vinegar + water in it overnight. nope...still did not work. After two of trying to make these work, I finally gave up and returned them.

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May

2012

5.0

Great Product!!!

By Biofish

from Idaho

About Me Professional/Guide

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Pros

Durable
Easy To Drain
No Plastic Taste

Cons

Best Uses

Campgrounds
Day Trips
River Trips

Comments about Reliance Aqua-Tainer - 7 gal.:

I have owned two of these containers for 5 years and have dispersed many gallons of water from them. They have many variable uses from water supply while camping to holdong all available water at a base camp while mule deer hunting in the ND badlands. The bottles do not leak if the lid is properly screwed on. The bottles are very durable and have endured countless miles bouncing around the back of my pickup. When full, the jugs do a decent job of temperature regulation due to the low surface area to volumme ratio. Definatly a good investment.

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Dec

2011

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Solid

By Ian D.

from Lake Stevens, WA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Durable
Easy To Drain
Good Capacity
No Plastic Taste

Cons

Best Uses

Campgrounds
Day Trips
Survival

Comments about Reliance Aqua-Tainer - 7 gal.:

I bought two of these to take on a ten day car camping trip. They were very solid, and I had no issues with them. I made sure to keep them upright in the car to avoid any possible leak issues. Even when I had them tipped on the side when I was using them, I didn't notice any drips or leaks. I was very impressed that there was no plastic taste in the water, even after the water had been inside for a few days. The carry handles work great and the reversible water spigots are nice too... especially during transport. These are awesome and I think they will last a long time.

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Dec

2011

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Works well for us

By DennisF

from Chgo, IL

About Me Casual/ Recreational

See all my reviews

Pros

Durable
Good Capacity
Good Grip
No Plastic Taste

Cons

Best Uses

Campgrounds
Survival

Comments about Reliance Aqua-Tainer - 7 gal.:

Have used 5 of these over the last 10+ years. "Inherited" 2 of these when I took over as a Camping Coordinator for the Cub Scouts. Both of them looked like they had been in service for quite some time. Within 2 yrs. I had to replace one as it developed a leak at a bottom corner. But it's replacement lasted for at least the last 3 years I was there.

Based on my good experiences with those 3, I bought 2 more for use when we did car camping with tents, and now when we camp with our popup camper. They're 4 yrs. old and still going strong. Also bought a Jumbo-tainer because it's much easier to pour as it has two handles. We use this to pour at chest height into a funnel to refill our popup water tank when we don't have a water hookup. That is awkward with the Aquatainer.

Both the Aqua-tainer and the Jumbo-tainer do leak at the spigot and spout cover, but this problem is easily solved by wrapping some plumbers' teflon tape 2-3x around the threads. Doesn't leak after that. If the tape wears out or the spigot doesn't line up right, just put another wrap on. The "O" ring idea mentioned earlier may be an even better fix.

As to stacking, we have only gone two high. After all with 3 you're looking at over almost 170 lbs. on the bottom edges of the bottom container.

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Oct

2011

(0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Solid Water storage

By Alpha Mike

from OC, CA

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Durable
Good Capacity
Good Grip
No Plastic Taste

Cons

Best Uses

Campgrounds
Day Trips
Survival

Comments about Reliance Aqua-Tainer - 7 gal.:

I have several of these and they're great.

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Aug

2011

(0 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

3.0

Faucet not durable

By kamaaina

from Honolulu, HI

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Good Capacity
No Plastic Taste

Cons

Heavy when full

Best Uses

Backcountry Camping
Campgrounds

Comments about Reliance Aqua-Tainer - 7 gal.:

I've used the container in my kitchen so the spigot has NOT been exposed to sunlight. Nevertheless it's cracked after 2 years use, doesn't seem very durable.The cost of replacing the spigot [...] equals the original purchase price.

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Aug

2011

(5 of 11 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

[...]

By Kul45

from New England

About Me Avid Adventurer

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Pros

Durable
Easy To Drain
Good Capacity
Good Grip
No Plastic Taste
Retains Temperature Well

Cons

Best Uses

Campgrounds

Comments about Reliance Aqua-Tainer - 7 gal.:

Many users complain that the spigot leaks and/or breaks. So what. Go to a hardwear store purchase a compatible spigot. Purchase an o-ring to ensure a seal for the spigot. Screw in your o-ringed after-market spigot. Voila. Bomber, leak-proof water container. Replace spigot & o-ring as necessary. (Not yet necessary for me).

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Aug

2011

4.0

Good product, [...]

By findingzzero

from indianapolis, IN

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Durable
Good Capacity
Good Grip
No Plastic Taste
Pretty color

Cons

Spigot becomes impossible

Best Uses

Buying water for home use

Comments about Reliance Aqua-Tainer - 7 gal.:

Replaces our well water for drinking, beverages (tea, coffee). I bought 2 of these in the 2.5 gall version several years ago. They are identical, just smaller. I fill them with Culligan purified water @ the local SMKT (0.29/gall). In both jugs the spigots levers have become increasingly difficult to turn. This morning I stopped short of breaking off the lever attempting to turn it. I've had the spigot apart twice to clean and found nada to clean. [...]. Anyone know of a safe food grade lubricant (silicon oil, vaseline) that might work?

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Aug

2011

4.0

Love it

By Lamas

from Converse, TX outside of San Antonio

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Durable
Easy To Drain
Good Capacity
Good Grip
No Plastic Taste

Cons

Accessories needed

Best Uses

Comments about Reliance Aqua-Tainer - 7 gal.:

I love the containers, we own 5. I would love to see that valve be retrofitted so you could attach a standard water hose to it. Attach a nozzle to it then you could use it as a portable shower as well.

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Jan

2011

4.0

Overall decent water storage.

By CAP650

from Redwood City CA.

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Durable
Good Capacity

Cons

Leaks

Best Uses

Campgrounds
Survival

Comments about Reliance Aqua-Tainer - 7 gal.:

Overall this is a good container for car camping and emergency water storage. Holds lots of water and the included spigot is very useful. As mention by others, the spigot leaks some. My learning experience... best bet is to keep the spigot on top and tip the container to its side when water is needed to prevent leaks. Same goes for storing these containers.

I've had mine for over two years and it's held up well. It's always topped off with water in the garage for emergencies. It has been on probably 8 - 10 camping trips, mostly 4x4 trips.