* Advantages: Tough, keeps cold/hot water for hours, non-toxic, easy to clean, usually has a minimalist style.
* Disadvantages: Heavy compared to plastic, generally more costly.
2. Glass Bottles (e.g., Lifefactory, BKR):
* Advantages: Chemical-free, won't harbor odors, easy to clean, environmentally friendly.
* Disadvantages: Heavy and can break, might not stay cold/hot as long.
3. Plastic Bottles (e.g., Nalgene, CamelBak):
* Advantages: Light, durable, usually less expensive than glass or stainless steel.
* Disadvantages: Can hold odor over time, some plastics have been known to leach bad chemicals
(make sure to choose BPA-free bottles).
4. Collapsible Bottles (e.g., Hydrapak, Nomader):
* Advantages: Extremely portable, compact, light.
* Disadvantages: Less durable, and some hold odor or become less effective over time.
5. Aluminum Bottles (e.g., Klean Kanteen):
* Advantages: Light, environment-friendly, not prone to rust.
* Cons: Can dent, and usually have an interior lining to avoid metal flavor, which will break down.
Things to Consider:
* Capacity: Consider how much water you'd like to bring. Bottles usually vary between 12 oz and 64 oz.
* Insulation: If you need your water hot or cold for several hours, seek out insulated bottles.
* Ease of Use: Consider features like a wide mouth for easy filling or a flip-top for drinking on the go.
* Eco-Friendliness: If sustainability is important to you, stainless steel or glass is a good choice.







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