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This high-capacity LifeStraw gravity water filtration system is great for large groups, basecamp and van or RV travel. It allows for seamless, quick-connected safe storage for even more hydration.
Imported.
View all LifeStraw Gravity Water FiltersBest Use | Camping |
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Filter Type | Gravity |
Filter Medium | Membrane microfilter |
Removes/Destroys | Protozoa And Bacteria |
BPA Free | Yes |
Field Cleanable | Yes |
Dimensions | Dirty water bag: 23.5 x 14 in.; safe storage bag: 23.5 x 14 inches |
Weight | Total: 2 lbs. 2.07 oz.; dirty water bag: 1 lb. 2.91 oz.; safe storage bag: 15.17 oz. |
Sustainability | From a Climate Neutral Certified brand |
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Lifestraw gave me this item to test for free. I used it while camping just outside of the boundary waters canoe area with a group of folks. Pros: Super durable. Large capacity. Water flows out at a good rate. Tastes better than any of the other water we drank. Areas for improvement: Was hard to fill the reservoir with lake water. Need a little carrying case for the backwash and plug so you don’t lose them. Overall, I’m super impressed with the quality of this product. It’s great for group camping in areas where there’s no reliable drinking water. I’ll definitely be using this again, many times.
The chemical plastic taste that is left in the “clean” water is terrible. I followed the directions on the life straw website of using baking soda and lemon juice. The bad taste was less intense, but still very noticeable. I’m sad to say I will be returning this water filter. The design is very robust, but the water taste is awful.
After testing this product and others I've bought with tap water, I have found the taste of the "filtered" water to be terrible and worse than what comes from the tap. 2 products produce same results. Please advise on return for all I've purchased or supply a reason why taste is so awful.
I field tested a free 8L+8L setup given to me by the company to use while dry camping on Canyon Ferry Lake in Montana. Setup was a breeze, very intuitive and I didn't even need the setup instructions. I gathered water from a nearby creek feeding the lake, which was pretty clear to start with. Filling the dirty water bag was a bit awkward kneeling creekside due to the steep bank and I could only manage to get about 6L of water into the bag even with it completely submerged. I decided to wade into the creek to get a better angle and this worked so much better to get it completely full. I suspended the bag from a nearby tree with the clean catchment bag tethered directly below. The full 8L of water completely filtered in under 19 minutes, which meant the end product was still nice and cold when I got to taste test. The shoulder strap made for easy transport back to camp and cleaning/storing the bags once empty was very easy due to the large fill ports. LifeStraw hit another home-run with this product, I look forward to using it for years to come!
The peak gravity filter system is well made and looks tough enough to withstand plenty of use. Haven't had it out on the trail yet but it' will be the perfect size for our family.
I used this in a two day horsepack and it worked great. The flow never dwindled and I loved the sturdiness of it
I am happy with my purchase of the 8L. Have not tried it yet.
BLUF ( Bottom Line Up Front): This is more than just a filtration system you take on a glamping trip. It serves several purposes that ALL can benefit from. Durable, efficient, versatile, and compact, you can keep this stored in your vehicle for emergency purposes, in your pack, and the pantry. You'd never have an excuse for not having clean water with this Filtration system. I've taken the new 8L Lifestraw Peak series Gravity filtration system on several different types of outdoor excursions. From glamping to Overlanding, day hikes to multiday mountaineering objectives, casual bike rides to backpacking, and even padel boarding. This product lives up to what Lifestraw advertises: Enhanced microfilter performance - meaning better performance against sand and silt and maintaining great flow over the long haul. It held up fine while collecting and filtering waters from lakes and glacier water. However, compared to Lifestraws competitors, the water flowing through the filter was slightly slower. But it never dwindled or slowed. Filtration was consistent throughout my testing. Ultra-compact - our filters are removable and re-configurable for ultimate packing flexibility. True and confirmed. I've managed to shove this system into a mid-size bike packing storage compartment on one side and filter/cap on the other. Ounces are pounds, and pounds are pain from a mountaineering/hikers perspective. This system can be packed down into the brain of a pack, side pockets, and even be thrown inside a pack, taking VERY little space, if any. Highly versatile - these systems were designed to be interchangeable and feature universal threading and connectors to make them as adaptable as possible to all your gear. I didn't have the pleasure of testing this out properly. But I can say that in a crunch, you can use this as a tried and true Lifestraw Peak Series Personal Water Filter Straw. The filtration system is small enough to fit through a Gatorade bottle; seal the exposed areas with duct/gorilla tape, and you have a Lifestraw Go bottle (sort-of-ish). Extreme durability - tougher, thicker, premium materials that won't puncture, tear, rip, crack, or burst. This couldn't be any more true than the words they used! I've had this attached to the outside of my pack (empty) while rock climbing and bushwhacking, with no tears, rips, or cracks. At base camp, top it off with good old glacier stream water, drop it on rocks, and it kept filtering, hydrating and providing clean water for dehydrated food.