AT Thru Hiker Gear TestedWorks, tried and true.
This item is an Outfitter Recommendation.
SteriPEN Water Purifier Kit There are many water treatments on the market, and the SteriPEN has proven itself time and time again to be completely effective in removing protozoa, bacteria and viruses from your drinking water, keeping you healthy and on the go no matter where you are traveling. The SteriPEN uses low-level UV-C light which will not damage skin or eyes, and has long been used by municipal water systems and bottling companies to safely sterilize water.
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Ultraviolet light rays sterilize clear water by destroying viruses, bacteria and protozoa including Giardia, E. Coli, Bird Flu, Hepatitis, Cryptosporidium, etc -
Runs off 4 AA batteries (not included), go with rechargable Nickel metal Hydride for the best value -
Purifies 16 fl. oz. of water (cold or warm) in less than a minute or 32 fl. oz. in 90 seconds -
SteriPEN turns itself off once ultraviolet treatment is complete; can be used up to 5,000 times -
Kit includes SteriPEN, 32 oz Nalgene wide mouth water bottle, bottle pre-filter, carrying case and instructions -
Super easy to use, simply attach the pre-filter to the bottle to filter out leaves and debris, remove filter, dip the SteriPEN into water bottle and stir until indicator light turns green, meaning water is ready to drink SteriPEN measures 7.6'" by 1.5" by 1.5" Weighs 18 oz for the kit
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