Platypus Big Zip EVO 2.0L

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This is a burly and reliable option has an awesome flow rate and convenient features, but long-term testing isn't favoring the zip closure In our freezer tests, the HydraPak HydraSleeve kept the main body of the bladder from freezing, even after leaving it in there for 24 hours. While there was a lot of ice inside, it wasn't completely frozen. You can flip it inside out for easy care. When it comes to maintenance, the HydroPak may indeed be one of the best hydration bladders. The great thing about bladders is that most of them come with interchangeable components. For instance, you can swap your bladder’s mouthpiece with a different brand manufacturer’s mouthpiece. However, there are some exceptions.

Regarding versatility, the Geigerrig Pressurized Hydration Engine water bladder is hard to beat. It features a bulb that you can use to turn the hydration bladder into a solar shower. It comes in handy when you need to clean your dirty equipment.The slide-top design makes it easy to use. It allows you to turn the bladder inside out, making cleaning easy. You can fill it from a tap or outdoor source without any effort because the opening is large enough. The Semi-rigid Center Baffle offers essential low-profile support, simplifying cleaning and drying. Meanwhile, the HyFLO™ Self-sealing Bite Valve, paired with the new, larger 5/16" drink tube, guarantees an improved flow rate. Embrace funk-free hydration with embedded Silver-ion technology, guarding your water from mould and bacteria. Rest assured, you're enjoying a Pure Platy Experience, as all materials are certified taste-free, BPA-free, BPS-free, and phthalate-free. Upgrade your outdoor hydration game with the Big Zip™ EVO. Funk-free: Embedded Silver-ion technology safeguards your clean water from mould and bacteria, ensuring a reliable and clean water source. All hydration systems in this review use bite valves which offer the most hassle-free access to water – by applying pressure on the mouthpiece the valve gets opened and the water is ready for drinking. The other popular type of mouthpiece is the push/pull valve which is slightly more difficult to use as it requires that you close the valve (with hands or teeth) after drinking. As we know that bite valves are easier to use, we only listed hydration systems with bite valve mouthpieces. Accessories:

Advantages of a hydration bladder are the ability to store large capacities of water, or any other runners' drink, and have it readily accessible thanks to the drinking tube. This allows you to sup a little, often, which is the best approach when hiking. Should I get a 2L or a 3L hydration bladder?The Platypus Hoser is an affordable and simple bladder with a lightweight and durable profile that will fit into nearly any type of hydration sleeve. The flow rate is ample, delivering water with minimal effort. The price is also right. If you're seeking a straightforward bladder that'll keep you hydrated on the go, this is a great option. The hose’s diameter and the bite valve’s size determine the flow rate. The wider the diameter of the hose, the higher the flow rate. But, wide-diameter hoses are typically sturdier. The position of the hose can also have an impact on the flow rate.

Semi-rigid Center Baffle: Provides low-profile support and simplifies the cleaning and drying process. Bladders are really good if you're not good at stopping to take a drink as they are so convenient you take lots of short mouthfulls as you go which eliminates the risk of dehydration. They aren't so good if you want to use them around camp because they don't have a proper opening, The Playpus Hoser is the alternative, less convenient in use on the trail, but the bladder takes a standard cap so you can use it as your camp water container. Platypus’s premium reservoir has loads of features that make filling it, drinking out of it and also cleaning and drying it user-friendly. The newest Big Zip EVO has twice the flow rate of past hydration reservoirs. The plastic slide that seals the reservoir goes on from either side and doesn’t leak and a handle on the front of the reservoir provides a dry place to grip when filling. Silver ions embedded in the polyurethane reservoir kill mold and bacteria before they can grow, keeping the reservoir taste-free.Your hydration bladder will keep you hydrated, healthy, and happy while you enjoy your hike. But, even though hydration bladders seem super simple on the outside, not all of them perform the same. The Platypus Big Zip EVO is my choice for the best water bladder. The Big Zip Evo has all the things you want from a bladder. It is made from taste-free and BPA-free plastics and a rigid centrebaffle that allows for easy cleaning, drying and offers low profile support. To protect the bladder from bacteria and mould the Big Evo has embedded Silver-ion that protects clean water. The Widepac Hydration Bladder features a glass-like liner that helps prevent bacterial growth and biofilm buildup. If you forget to empty the reservoir, water can sit in it for a few days without the bladder getting funky. Its simple design makes it one of the most durable bladders on the market.