[pct-l] Water treatment (revisited)

[Gary Wright]

On Dec 28, 2010, at 11:59 AM, Mike Chapman wrote:

> I dont tell others how to live,but my filter is
> lightweight and takes any gamble out of the decision,to me water is
> one of the musts to not skimp on. I do keep a bottle of iodine tabs on
> my person,just incase something takes my pack(water flow,off a
> cliff,bear,other human). Good luck and if you happen to need my
> filter,no problem.

If you are *not* using chemical treatment on a regular basis it is
important to spend some time in town thoroughly cleaning your water
systems (i.e. soap and water).  Adding filtered water to a
contaminated water bladder or bottle isn't helpful.

If you are using chemicals, be sure to swish the treated water
around with a loose cap so that the treated water gets in the threads
of the bottle/bladder top.

Radar