[pct-l] water filters

[Stephen]

Yeah I'd like to hear too.  Seems there are these gravity bags set up with 
like an MSR type filter that are lighter than carrying the pump.  IMO seems 
kinda slow.  I still use my old PUR Hiker which I believe is marketed  by 
Katadyn now.  To save weight in the Sierra I have been just drinking the 
water in places and treating in others.  I've been more careful just 
starting a trip versus short trips or when hiking out, then I can be more 
careless, but haven't had a problem in lots of years.  But for getting a 
couple bottles of water supposedly filtered reasonably quick I like the PUR 
Hiker.  And while I think it is a good thing to have in many places, in 
others I am pretty well convinced filters are a lot of marketing hype.  I am 
more inclined to believe chemical treatment actually does something to 
prevent something like Giardiasis (spell?).  But for goodness sake, I am not 
suggesting folks just drink whatever water looks pristine.  But my 
experience makes me wonder sometimes.  If you aren't sure, take the safe 
course and filter or treat.
but I'd sure like to know if anyone shares my experience.
I've got my new pack on the way, some other gear and am now looking at this 
subject and how I intend to contend with it also.
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Fuzz McPherson" <fuzzmcpherson at yahoo.com>
To: <pct-l at backcountry.net>
Sent: Tuesday, February 17, 2009 10:13 PM
Subject: [pct-l] water filters


> Hey, what water filters have everyone found useful, or not worth the $$$, 
> etc.?  Sorry if this has been posted in detail before.  I imagine it might 
> have, but maybe with new technology it's worth addressing again anyway.
>
> Thanks!
>
> Fuzz
>
>
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