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Vapor Barrier Water Filter System

The right water strategy for a route with abundant streams and no reliable resupply: filter everything, carry less.

Water Treatment0.2 micronGravity feedField maintainable
Editor score
8.6
out of 10

Quoted specifications

  • 010.2 micron ceramic depth filter
  • 02Gravity-fed 3 L reservoir
  • 03Field-cleanable ceramic element
  • 04220 g complete system
  • 05Removes bacteria and protozoa

Best for

Multi-day trekking with frequent water sources