Monday, August 2, 2010

Cheap Katadyn Vario Multi Flow Water Microfilter


it's ok. sometimes it'll leak out from middle if pump too fast, this can be dangerous if you're in cold conditions. Also if using in below freezing temps water will freeze over the ceramic filter allowing no water to pass through and a lot more leakage from sides. This is the only water filter I've ever used so have nothing to compair it to.Get more detail about Katadyn Vario Multi Flow Water Microfilter.

Buying Nathan Quickdraw Plus Handheld 22-Ounce Bottle Carrier with Pocket


This bottle is great and the pocket is just perfect to have in the gym to hold a locker key. I like the rubber sipper part, it's comfortable to drink from. Just be sure to snap it closed all the way or it'll still drip even when you think it's shut.Get more detail about Nathan Quickdraw Plus Handheld 22-Ounce Bottle Carrier with Pocket.

Sunday, August 1, 2010

Buy High Sierra Long Trail 90 Frame Pack


I went from an old style backpack external frame from my boy scout years to this and love every minute of it. It can be adjusted on the fly to conform to the terrain you are hiking on.

Has plenty of room for those long trips or overnighters. It has the water bladder space for the camel back bladders.

Only thing I wish it had was thicker straps because the fine woven straps will slip every once in a while and let it slide loose. I have fixed this by double looping the strap through the rings.

I would recommend to anyone that is a big guy 6'4" 250lbs+. Fits great and is made for the bigger framed persons. Smaller people stay away as it isn't made for that. Sierra has different sized packs for different sized people. Take a look at their chart to make sure you are getting the right pack for your body.Get more detail about High Sierra Long Trail 90 Frame Pack.

Purchase McNett Aquamira Frontier Pro Ultralight Water Filter


Certain products are designed to do certain things. Such as - you would not drive a race car to the local corner store, or back and forth to work. A race car was designed to be on the race track, not the neighborhood streets.

The Aquamira Frontier Pro Water Filter is designed for a certain purpose, and users need to be aware of those purposes and limitations.

The filter will not remove viruses. They have to be killed with chemical treatment.

The filter will not remove certain types of bacteria.

However, it is light wieght, easy to use, has no moving parts to break and is easy to clean.

Instead of drinking the water straight from the stream, you could fill up a water bottle, add some purification tablets, then use this filter to help remove the chemical taste.

I wish the filters removed more bacteria and that replacment filters were avaible. Having to buy a new unit when the filters get dirty is a turn off.

The plastic housing seems kind of weak. Its not made out of a high impact plastic, its more like a cheap plastic that toys are made out of.

If you are on a budget, this might get the job done. But if you can afford a full fledged filter, then go ahead and buy something better.Get more detail about McNett Aquamira Frontier Pro Ultralight Water Filter.

Order Thule Parkway Hitch Bike Carrier - 4 Bike


I really enjoy this rack, it is a huge improvement over my old trunk mount rack. It is sturdy, easy to assemble, fairly easy to mount to the car, holds 4 bikes, and is well worth the price I paid. I consider it a good buy!

My only 3 complaints are similar to the ones posted:
1) The receiver hole is too far from the assembly. It seems like it would be more sturdy if the hole was placed 2" closer.

2) To connect the carrier to the hitch requires tools and more time and effort than necessary. It has a pre-drilled hole and is connected with an M12 receiver bolt. Unfortunately, standard hitch pins and clips are 1/2" diameter... a tad too big for the pre-drilled holes. Some people are commenting that they are getting new holes put in for these reasons. (although, I'm not sure exactly where to go to get this done...)

3) The arm assembly is bolted together with 2 bolts, which means to fold down the uprights when not in use requires more tools/time/effort. To try to correct the problem, I have ordered a 3/8"x2-1/2" squared snapper pin with a 1-1/2" clearance to use in the upper hole of the assembly. The pin is similar to the one included to lower the carrier for rear compartment access. It should be easily removable to allow me to fold down the uprights when not in use... hopefully it works without compromising stability.Get more detail about Thule Parkway Hitch Bike Carrier - 4 Bike.

Where To Buy Klean Kanteen Stainless Loop Cap


Simply put - if you follow the directions on the packaging, it will work just fine for you. Great cap.

I read some of the other reviews on here, and so I only ordered one stainless cap when I ordered my two water bottles. No big deal, but I should have ordered two. The packaging says "do not submerge." So, follow the directions and it will be a great, non-bacteria festering cap for your bottle!

Screws on my bottle just fine and doesn't leak at all. Very pleased!Get more detail about Klean Kanteen Stainless Loop Cap.

Shop For Speedo Men's Pool Slide


Like another poster in here, I bought a pair of Speedo slides before. They were great and lasted several years. I bought this pair based on my previous experience. The shoes were comfortable, BUT, both shoes broke in about a year. They did not last anywhere near as long as the first pair. So, I will try another brand. Sorry SPEEDO! You should have stayed with your original material/process.Get more detail about Speedo Men's Pool Slide.