The Sawyer Squeeze water filter paired with a CNOC 1L collapsible bottle makes a complete, packable filter system for anything from day hikes to thru-hikes. The whole setup weighs under 5 ounces.
The Squeeze has been a staple in thru-hiker kits for years, and the CNOC bottle is a real step up from flimsy stock pouches. It's a simple setup we trust.
Thru-hikers and ultralight backpackers on long trips in the Collegiate Peaks. It does not remove viruses, so add tablets or UV for questionable water.
