Water purification tablets

[camping1601]

Looking for something to add to my possibles.
Really just looking for something convenient to get through one night and a wake up.

Thanks!

 

[WoodBow]

I just use the ones from the camping section at walmart. I have used them for years with no issues. They are about eight bucks.

 

[ahlgringo]

I just use the ones from the camping section at walmart. I have used them for years with no issues. They are about eight bucks.

This, to me they taste about the same as the MSR aquatabs- both noticeable but not terrible.

 

[mlob1one]

I really prefer the aquamira drops. Just my $.02.

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[Fishhead]

I use the aqua tabs. I have tried the drops but i hate trying to mix everything and then putting it in the water. Just easier with the tabs. A slight taste with the tabs, but a lot lighter than a pump...

 

[Akicita]

I use 2 to 3 drops of regular bleach to 1 litre from a running water source and 4 from a standing water source. Shake well and let stand for 30 minutes. You can filter particulates out by running the water through a bandanna first.

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[mtwarden]

aquatab user as well; if I decide to go with my Steripen- I'll still carry aquatabs as backup

 

[2ski]

I use 2 to 3 drops of regular bleach to 1 litre from a running water source and 4 from a standing water source. Shake well and let stand for 30 minutes. You can filter particulates out by running the water through a bandanna first.

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I've recently heard it's better to get water from calm water as it's not mixed up if you will. Standing water has less chance if getting a nasty.

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[bojangles808]

with aquatabs how do you keep from contaminating your nalgene if you dont have a capcap?

 

[Low_Sky]

I really prefer the aquamira drops. Just my $.02.

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Me too. I tend to drop tablets and lose them. I also am usually purifying pretty cold water, the tablets can take a very long time to dissolve. The drops work out better for me.


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[Fishhead]

with aquatabs how do you keep from contaminating your nalgene if you dont have a capcap?

I have a capcap. I also use a 10 liter dromedary bag and treat the whole thing. I then fill my 3 liter hoser or nalgene as needed.

 

[kalielkslayer]

I use Crystal Light after the tablet is dissolved for 30 minutes.

Never taste the tablets.

 

[camping1601]

Thanks for the help. Ended up with Auquatabs. Hopefully never need them, but for what they weight they're in my kit now.

Again thanks.