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<blockquote data-quote="Mike_60" data-source="post: 2046320" data-attributes="member: 16957"><p>For long term storage I use the earth, because I’m on a well, but I do have some containers if needed. The whole setup for a well is simple and requires minimal upkeep. But I still keep bleach and iodine around because of the many uses for them besides just water purification. If I didn't have a well I probably store the water in a food grade container treating it before I seal it shut with bleach, before I used it, I would treat it again. </p><p></p><p>For field use, I prefer using the Katadyn pocket filter which is rated for 13,000 gallons of filtration. The Katadyn’s enjoy an excellent reputation and are widely used by those who use filters hard. It has been my experience that they live up to the hype, except the Mybottle, which is in my opinion not intended for anything other than yuppie use. I own the Combi, Pocket, Mini, and Mybottle models. Something to remember, they are filters and not purifiers, which is something to keep in mind because there is a difference.</p><p></p><p>There really is no one perfect method to get drinking water anywhere you go. IMHO, it is best to learn what the strengths and weaknesses are of your preferred system and adjust as necessary. What I mean by that is, if I filter some water that I suspect might have some farm chemical runoff in it, I would attach a carbon prefilter onto the intake of my Katadyn. Or if there is a potential of viruses in the water (not likely this far north) then I might treat the water chemically or boil it after filtration. Just know what you got and how to use it. </p><p></p><p>Thanks jakerz, I didn’t’ know about making bleach with shock that might come in handy someday.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Mike_60, post: 2046320, member: 16957"] For long term storage I use the earth, because I’m on a well, but I do have some containers if needed. The whole setup for a well is simple and requires minimal upkeep. But I still keep bleach and iodine around because of the many uses for them besides just water purification. If I didn't have a well I probably store the water in a food grade container treating it before I seal it shut with bleach, before I used it, I would treat it again. For field use, I prefer using the Katadyn pocket filter which is rated for 13,000 gallons of filtration. The Katadyn’s enjoy an excellent reputation and are widely used by those who use filters hard. It has been my experience that they live up to the hype, except the Mybottle, which is in my opinion not intended for anything other than yuppie use. I own the Combi, Pocket, Mini, and Mybottle models. Something to remember, they are filters and not purifiers, which is something to keep in mind because there is a difference. There really is no one perfect method to get drinking water anywhere you go. IMHO, it is best to learn what the strengths and weaknesses are of your preferred system and adjust as necessary. What I mean by that is, if I filter some water that I suspect might have some farm chemical runoff in it, I would attach a carbon prefilter onto the intake of my Katadyn. Or if there is a potential of viruses in the water (not likely this far north) then I might treat the water chemically or boil it after filtration. Just know what you got and how to use it. Thanks jakerz, I didn’t’ know about making bleach with shock that might come in handy someday. [/QUOTE]
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