New HydraPak Filters + Flux 1.5L Review
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- čas přidán 8. 07. 2024
- HydraPak recently launched a new range of lightweight filtration systems to their growing lineup of collapsible water solutions. In this video, Neil introduces their new offerings, details the benefits of collapsible water storage for bikepacking, and reviews the new flux 1.5L bottle filter combo.
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Outline:
Intro: 0:00
New Hydrapak Offerings: 1:16
Collapsible Water Storage: 2:22
Flux Bottle: 3:38
42mm Filter: 5:16
Final Thoughts: 6:55
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The BeFree specifically says not to clean it horizontally under running tap water. Only to shake the bottle or swirl the filter in fresh/clean water. You show it under a tap lol. NBD probably.
I havent tried the filter bc this info was new to me. But I have the flux 1L, I love it bc of its durability and bc its lightweight and I can put it in my pocket when its empty. Best bottle I've ever had. The only downside is that the bottle isn't keeping the water cold very long if its a hot day.
Cool 😎 will Look Into This Products!
Great review! What about the water taste? thanks
Would love to see a test on the 28mm filtration from your perspective! Love the info!
Недавно приобрёл фильтр на 45мм и флягу на 3 литра от этой фирмы Hudrapak,буду пробовать 😊
My Katadyn BeFree filter has failed the integrity test after a few weeks of use. How's the HydraPak Filter holding up?
What happened to it? So far so good with this filter.
I think CZcams is preventing me from replying... strange. Last try: I've refilled my katadyn about twice a day over a the span of two weeks until the integrity test failed. I was able to bl_w air back into the flask through the filter. Katadyn recommends strongly to discard the filter in such a case, so I stopped using it.
Those smaller filters should also fit the Hydropak Stow soft bottles.
Yes, good point. That is what I showed in one of the photos. I think just having one of those smaller filters is a great bikepacking tool.
Anyone know if the before would fit on the flux bottle/bag? That would be awesome
I know many have done this in the past. after trying to thread the BeFree on my current flux, the threads pitch is a bit off. It works, but you really need to force it.
I know katadyn would fit, that's one of the reasons I bought my flux 1L.
I've been in the outdoors for decades and trained regular Joes to people going for an expedition. And one important thing is "gear reliability". I just cannot recommend this hydraPak or the Katadyn BeFree. Why? Because of the bag! There are countless stories of people who had punctures. This, even if they were very careful. It's simple; the more components, the more failure point. IMHO, the best water filter is the Sawyer Squeeze. It's lightweight, smaller than the Katadyn and HydraPack kits, and *bomb-proof.* Also, beware that NONE of those can filter viruses. So it's important to know if you go to places like Africa. You can still use those but will need to add pills to the water. Or you can use a SteriPen.
Other than the Sawyer brand is there a filtration system you could recommend for viruses as well as the others typically covered with filtration systems?
@@nate7629 Hello Nate. the Sawyer Squeeze, mini, micro doesn't remove viruses. One of the best is the MSR guardian but it is bulky and heavy. You can go for the Steripen since it's using UV light and it kills everything. The downside is that it is battery operated and it's easy to break it. You can also combine a Sawyer (or a BeFree) + purification tablets. This being said, it is generally accepted there's no virus in North America. So it depends on where you're going.
I like to saturate myself at the water source and then carry just enough to get me to the next one.
Always a good idea, drink lots at the source, pee, and move on to the next.
Always hesitant about the bottle fill systems in case of situations where there is not enough flowing/deep water to fill.
Comparing to what? I'm not sure what else would be better or how you wouldn't be able to fill it even still?
I use Flux 1l and BeFree filter for long time ;-)
I was trying that and had a hard time threading that filter onto the Flux, did you force it or was it a clean fit? I wonder if they changed the thread pitch.
Nice review, would have been better if you would say what you didn't like about it.
I have 2 HydraPak bladders and the water is so tainted with a very plastic taste and goes foamy in a matter of hours. Have you noticed this with the filter + Flux as i am very hesitant to purchase another of their products.
I have the flux 1L, there's no plastic taste, I have no filter.
What's the bike at 7:23?
Viral Derive, review should be coming in a month or so. Really fun bike with a pinion gear box.
Looking forward to your review of the derive with pinion for bikepacking. I’ve been using a pinion equipped bike for my daily commuter for 3 yrs and I have a good feel for pros/cons in that role but bikepacking is different beast.
Sound idea
uV all day
I don't like single filter systems because the water tasted unbearable for me every time I tried.
Is it a virus filter and has a carbon filter too? If not I’m out
You need a virus filter as well as a lot of outdoor water sources in the U.K. appear to be increasing contaminated by sewage
Using Water to Go products that use bacteria, virus and carbon filters in one.
Did you find one that filters carbon and viruses like you were looking for? If so could you let me know which one took the cake for you?
@@nate7629 ‘Water to go’ products
1.5L 3.3lbs....gotta love the schizophrenic use of metric and imperial units... ;)
Thanks! Don't forget that 1L of water is 1KG, the translation is basic, so why not add a bit more context.
So that filter is as good as the Sawyer for drinking water out of the streams or rivers… In terms of filtration
Yes, it does the same thing. But the beauty of this filter or the BeFree filter is the self-cleaning aspect. The Sawyer requires back flushing, and sometimes does not always work well even after back flushing. This style, in my experience, provides a faster flow of water for a longer period of time. Generally speaking, I find them to be more reliable.
@@BIKEPACKINGcom Naw, I love my sawyers, you can bring them back to life after a good back flush cleaning jut get a brita filter for the charcoal cleaning, mankind destroyed system and people are complaining about weight loads, third world countries wish they had these type of filters to filter out their dirty water.