Portable Water Filters For Backpacking and Survival

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[@colewebb4643]

I just wanted to say hi Corporal Kelly and I injoyed the video 👍👍👍you can't stress enough how important to make sure you're drinking water's safe some people don't get it if your in a survival situation and you get sick from bad water or food that's when you're in lot more trouble out there keep those great video's coming Corporal Kelly 👍👍👍C😎😎L

[@Gintokikreuz1]

Pretty cool devices. 👍 Have u heard about P&G water purifier packets?

[@hybridfumez6204]

You tha man! Peace

[@shilohskye2056]

HAY CPL WILL THE WHOLE UNIT FIT INSIDE M16 AMMO POUCH. BROTHER & DO YOU USE THIS KIT. THANK YOU BROTHER PLS KEEP THEM COMING. SKYE&KEITH. BTW YOU SOLD ME BROTHER!!

[@NWIE76]

You ever heard of the "Kelly Kettle"? Made in Mayo here in Ireland. Another great piece of kit. I reckon u'd like it. Check it out and let me know wot ya think. We use it for day hikes. Named after u Corporal so it had to be gud. Salute.

[@douglasreeves9938]

I had to laugh when you said "One man's trash is another man's treasure". There is an antique store on Cape Cod whose motto is "We buy junk and sell antiques."

[@amandamiller94]

I would like to see them combine the hand pump with the electric one so that way if the batteries die you can still get clean water

[@markzakaib836]

Hey Amanda, good call and a number of our customers have been asking for this. The Electric and the Manual use the same pump so you can take the filters from the Electric and put it in the Manual and vice versa if you ever needed to.

[@josephbnd974]

Excellent suggestion...maybe the company should hire you as an ideas person. I'm not kidding as a 'Fresh Eyes' approach is a common engineering practice.

[@stephenclark3107]

i agree with you makes more sense

[@laur-unstagenameactuallyca1587]

oh! good idea!

[@jimbo92107]

They might consider a lithium battery, too. And a charging port for an optional solar collector. The reason they don't is probably the added cost vs. the probable benefits. If two humble AA batteries will already filter 93 gallons of water (more than a full bathtub), how much more capacity do you need?? Also, if your electric pump is handling the load with no trouble, then it is very unlikely to break down (it's water cooled). If you really think you may need more fresh water, then you could simply bring along an extra four pack of AA batteries, so you could fill 3.5 average bathtubs. Frankly, this technology impresses the heck out of me.

[@douglasreeves9938]

Really enjoy your videos. If I am in a survival situation, screw the burn ban.

[@richarddaugherty8583]

Just make sure you don't kill everyone around you by setting the forest on fire. Wildfires are no joke. The life you save could very well be your own. We've had a horrendous fire season. The ban's not just a whim.

[@barascr1]

My thoughts exactly.

[@rc3291]

I'm lighting a signal fire

[@josephbnd974]

I'm fairly confident that those of us who have this interest are not going to let a fire get outta hand. Things can go awry...unexpected stuff happens...but are you & I going to walk away from a campfire and not extinguish it completely? I would suggest that you build your fire in a hole you just dug for it as it helps in avoiding unwanted detection. But in saying all that a portable filtration system should be in every survivalist go bag.

[@dhejdkdkdebjejdjdjs3523]

I bought a small still on amazon. I'll be burning and drinking steam.

[@Stripeydave3]

I've had and used this filter for a while and it makes me happy to see you like it too. Not only does it work amazingly well, the people in the company are top flight and very customer-service oriented. Five stars to you and them. Your videos have improved my quality of life. Thank you and God bless you and your family and all your subscribers. -Dave

[@maj.d.sasterhikes9884]

I used the Platypus Gravity Bag and Filter when I was on trail. Worked like a charm for me. None of the slow trickle rates I have seen people complain about with the Sawyer. And the wide mouth collection bag makes it really easy to collect water from even very shallow streams. In addition to filtering, I also treat my water with the AquaMira two part solution. Some folks have said I only need to do one or the other but not both, but I do things my way.

[@darrinmartin5731]

Very nice piece of kit, though i think I'll get the manual pump model.

[@gm2407]

Absolutely agree, can fill up as many water bags as you need to without worying about loss of power.

[@detoxlangley8863]

That movable sponge stopper on the tubing is to allow the filter to hang in deeper water. It's always best to filter from deeper, moving water rather near the bank. Also the filter hanging upright in the water allows for more efficient pumping.

[@JimRodgers]

I've tried all sorts of filters over the years. My current favorite has been the Platypus gravity works system - no pumping required. But the battery powered Survivor Filter system looks very interesting! I'm going to check that one out.

[@bobswoodlandadventures5722]

Great review video! I carry the Sawyer Mini in my haversack always. I did a review video on it. The bag that comes with it is a little difficult to fill, but the filter makes the water taste good. It was in the summer time, so the water was kinda warm.

[@jdevilist]

Bought the pump about a year ago and it works great. Little pricey but well worth the investment. Great video sir!👍👍👍

[@MI_Prepper]

These are outstanding indeed. The carbon filter is really needed in many environments for chemicals but is often overlooked. Awesome!

[@funyunmaker3182]

For a survival situation would go with the pro hand pump simply because batteries can go bad. I have a lifestraw and a Sawyer mini I use the mini most of the time since I can fill canteens with it. Nice review will look into this for adding to supplies because 1 is none 2 is 1 simperfi 👍

[@splintercat1]

I like that you have actual knowledge, skills & abilities to impart. Not just camping videos claiming to be bushcraft.

[@davekirby7790]

I like and watch all of your videos and wish I could go camping with you. I am almost 70 years old and still like to camp but now I do it in my comfortable trailer. Ha! and remember to smile

[@ronniemills6294]

Love my sawyer but nice to know I got other options thanks Cpl Kelly outstanding.

[@aronmcinnes8313]

I really like my survivor filter pro water filter. Use it for canoe trips, backpacking, and any outdoor activities. It takes some time to filter water with the hand pump but it works well.

[@harrisonwilliamson8932]

You remind me of my dad. He was a combat medic in the army in 99 to early 2000s. Love your videos marine, I feel right at home being an army brat and fellow american.

[@NWIE76]

Excellent video. I bought The Survivor Pro LE water filter about a year ago for a 120L X MOD Ruck I use for a family B.O.B. Savage piece of kit. Lots of water here in Ireland but none of it clean anymore. I like it because in a Bug Out Situation fire is hardly ever possible for water sterilisation. And ever since my days in the military I kinda don't like purification tablets etc. Au Naturel is best and if u can't boil, this filter system is a must have piece of kit. Small and light. Takes up no space in the ruck. Respect and Salute Corporal.

[@Highway541]

Thank you Corporal for this amazing survival water filter. I just hope this would be affordable and available for us here in The Philippines. Mabuhay and 73!

[@heathhaas5163]

Awesome demonstration and the view of the awesome landscape and river, gives me the itch to get out in the bush! Thank you, for not just talking about the filter systems yet demonstrating each and also using the result by drinking the filtered water. Definitely looking to add these to our load out.

[@sea0fgreen33]

I've been using a regular sawyer with a 3liter plastic bottle screwed onto it for years now. These look interesting though.

[@NM-wd7kx]

I have one of the same design under a different brand name, I honestly wouldn't trade my sawyer for it.

[@noneya6334]

I got a Sawyer and a Steripen, and i'll tell u what, i think im gonna buy that Electic Pro X

[@josephbnd974]

So, from a casual observer a 'Sawyer' is another manufacturer's brand of water filtration device?

[@NM-wd7kx]

@@josephbnd974 sawyer make a .1 micron water filter based upon a technology that is (in theory) infinitely reusable, so it won't wear out like ceramic will. It's cheap, lightweight, easy to splice onto hoses or screw into bottles, and simple to backflush.

[@NM-wd7kx]

@@josephbnd974 it has issues you can't let it freeze (like most filters) and the pore surface is relatively small so it can clog fairly quickly, but all in all its probably the best option out there.

[@Mason-pq3kv]

I've been very skeptical about buying these, but they look so interesting. If I do ever buy these; I'd probably have two filters at both ends one in the inlet & the other in the outlet bcs I'm crazy about safe drinking as my body needs more water than the average human for some reason.

[@melvinhowell5469]

Thank you, Sir...I have had occasion to use the Sawyer Mini on multiple occasions, and it has never let me down. However, as things keep changing in the world, I have also purchased two of the the NDUR Canteens which you reviewed some time back because of their ability to filter so many heavy metals and chemicals, although they do have a low use rate of I believe around 50 gallons. Have been saving those for a serious emergency situation...And based on your review, I just purchased the Survival Pro, through your store. It filters smaller contaminants than the Sawyer (.01 microns versus 1 micron), is small enough (length about 6.5 inches, not sure width), filters heavy metals and some chemicals, and, the thing that really put it over the top for me, can easily be used to fill a hydration bladder. That means that instead of putting largely unfiltered water into my bladder and then using a Sawyer or similar inline, contaminating the bladder and hose, I can refill the bladder with clean water. Thank you again, Sir. Appreciate your reviews and, I always pay attention. My Dad and brothers were all Marines, so I say, Semper Fi and God bless the Marines!

[@alanwilliams5836]

Been following reviews on these products for some time now. Seem well made and reliable. Haven't had any experience with them myself. I'm currently rockin' the Sawyer micro filter in line with a platypus Gravityworks carbon element between two CNOC Vecto bags, or one bag and a smart water bottle, canteen , or whatever. The carbon element helps take out the "lake" taste of the water. A few flavor drops doesn't hurt as well. For short term situations (emergency)... I like the dip-and-go method afforded by carrying a simple water filter bottle like the Sawyer Personal.

[@ronaldrose7593]

Hello my outdoors friend. Thank you for sharing this fine review on the three survivor filters. Take care out there and be safe. 🤗

[@laur-unstagenameactuallyca1587]

I love the survival line!!!! Survival and Lifesaver are my absolute favourites!!!!!!

[@PLT-dq3dd]

The Sawyer Mini is$25 at Walmart. After wasting $80 of my money on a pump filter I started section hiking the AT. The vast majority of thru hikers use the sawyer because it is light weight, inexpensive, and WORKS!

[@Frindleeguy]

WORKS! Kinda... There is no documentation anywhere that even suggests it removes any viruses, or any metals. You just gotta decide if you want to save less weight than you lose when you pee vs getting rid of more stuff from your water ;)

[@timjames9567]

Hi Corp. Yet another of your valuable vids. I have several hike & BOBs. At least two of my kits include those smaller Survival filters. Note: they filter the smallest micron partials I’ve found. Thanks again. I’ve learned so much from you.

[@askaboutRudyV]

Cool, my fellow corporal, I am a Cpl of Marines '06-'10. Peace brother

[@dasvikingleprechaun9142]

Thank you Corporal for your well made and very informational videos.

[@garethbaus5471]

I personally like the belt and suspenders approach of chemically treating water after filtering it. You don't necessarily need the best version of either system and one method usually gets most of the pathogens the other misses.

[@LMC444111]

I'm with you.

[@Avesta.]

Funny stumbling onto this video, I've had the hand pump version of this since around 2016 (apparently long before they changed the filter designs). It's still going all these years later, and I've put the little guy through hell lol. Not a bad product at all 👌🏼

[@survivorfilterofficial]

Appreciate the support! Email our team [e-mail] and we'd be happy to upgrade you to the new filter design as we don't carry replacement parts for the 2017-earlier model! Cheers

[@JarlSeamus]

That one is pretty cool, I love multiple options from the same brand. My only thing about this is that it's a multi-part filter, so you have multiple points of failure. My go-to filter is an MSR brand filter that operates very similar to the one you showed, but it has only a single ceramic filter element that is cleanable, and generates a very good flow per pump. Additionally, it has threads on the bottom that allow it to be connected directly to and wide mouth bottle (like a nalgene, or wide mouth camel back bladder). Amazon carries it for almost the same price as the survivor. While I don't trust units that only run on batteries, that one looks fantastic for camping instead of for SHTF situations! Thanks for another awesome review CPL. S/F

[@BosleyBeats]

Survivor Filter in the straw SKU is awesome. I keep that in my pack and have tested it in the field. It’s amazing with the ability to screw onto a water bottle, or any bottle with the same thread. Great innovation

[@markzakaib836]

Thanks so much for the support.

[@czmg22]

Thanks for showing us some options for filtration. Clean water is a must for survival in the outdoors!

[@fdjd28]

Not a wildly exciting video but that's not what I'm looking for. It had useful, informative content, presented in a easy to follow way. Excellent audio and quality with good editing and content. I like the concise narration without a lot of gab. Good product demonstration without being a commercial. I'm looking forward to the next video!

[@realitycheck5762]

I own the survivor pro and it is a great system. The carbon filter allows you to filter chemicals which most other filters (and boiling) do not. This is a huge plus to me because chemical contaminants coming from far upstream are an increasing problem. That said, the carbon filter needs to be replaced every 2000 liters, where the other two filters in the system are good for 100,000 liters. This is an important thing to know when considering the filter system. Replacement carbon filters are not too expensive but it is something you need to be aware of.

[@swampcatbushcraft7319]

Beats having to wait on your water to cool from boiling instant water thanks Shawn

[@Chaucerfaux1]

Very nice little filter set. filter pro looks to be extremely similar to the Katadyn hiker pro, but has i think a better filtration spec. Price point seems well within reach too, not to overly priced just cause its a brand name. Would love to see a test in a gross stangnat pond at some point, we all know those places are teeming with those nasty little water critters.

[@josephbnd974]

...and results from an Independent Lab would be helpful also.

[@hybridfumez6204]

BLOODY BRILLIANT will be purchasing one of these when i go get a job!

[@borreal_trekker]

Devil Doc reporting. I have owned the pro version for 2 years. Had a primary sediment filter failure in clear water 22 klicks deep in the bush so I recommend bringing a secondary filtration system or extra filters. For personal use it works good. It's a lot of work for the little reward. It's doesn't take up too much extra space or weight but I switched to the gravity fed platypus for camp and the sawer mini for small patrols.

[@edwardgarrity446]

Hi, Would like to say love the channel! I have just started my own channel and feeling the growing pains lol But your style of channel with the no B.S. is much appreciated, Just wanted to thank for your channel!

[@Shadowmib]

Nice. I already have my Sawyer mini so I'll keep on using that.

[@AFamilyOutdoors]

Keep them coming each video is better then the last. You will be at 300k subs in no time!

[@shorea27]

I miss the part where you discuss the pros and cons for each item like in which scenario wd you use one over the other to help you decide which one to buy. So.. which one do you bring as backup to boiling water?

[@SAWA-ht6kj]

It's good to have it, you never know when you'll have to use it.

[@shawnr771]

Nice review. Even though those filters have a cotton pre-filter, I would still use a cotton bandana to pre-filter the water before putting it through the water filter. This will help the longevity of the water filters. Also if you are using a field expedient water bottle(trash). Ensure that you rinse that bottle thoroughly before use. You do not know what was in it before hand. Somebody could have used it to carry pesticides, or other very nasty chemicals. Not something you would want to drink.

[@ssos4540]

I tried the straw one a few years ago. It started leaking after some use where the two filters join. They sent me a few replacement o-rings when I contacted them, which fixed the issue. I still prefer the HydroBlu Versa Flow, especially after adding the activated carbon element, but the Survivor filter is still a nice option.

[@MrJohnnycearley]

Once again, outstanding video. I appreciate your dedication to these videos and this awesome channel.

[@cindyneely6087]

the hits just keep Comeing 4 this man 😀

[@Eric-hr1gq]

Another great video Corporal. I've been using the same Sawyer mini for about 6 years now and still love it. It's a bit slower than the pumps, and I've definitely noticed it filters slower than it used to (sand and whatnot), but it's low maintenance and incredibly light/portable for those deep woods trips. Maybe my favorite piece of kit after my Jetboil. Which got me to thinking, episode on stoves?

[@garethbaus5471]

The Sawyer mini is also cheap enough you can replace it annually if you want faster filtration.

[@deetngator1624]

Thanks for this video, I have been curious about the filters out there. Thanks again

[@josephbnd974]

I'm still a little curious as to how the water purified by these filters stacks up to results from an Independent Lab. I've left several comments in these different poster's comments re, actual testing results. I have one in my go-bag but I won't know until I have to use it whether it works or not.

[@quinntheeskimooutdoors6234]

Excellent video. I have two different filters and was thinking of getting another. I prefer a container to boil water. I also carry coffee filters for a pré filter. Thanks and take care care.

[@Eric-ew8jt]

I'm a nut when it comes to safe drinking water, I have lot's of different filters, tablets. I dare say probably enough to make about 200,000 gallons/400,000 litres safe for consumption ,, Awesome as always thank you! ATB FROM Yellowknife @Northener7373

[@Eric-ew8jt]

@@MrBigCookieCrumble For filtration I have the Katadyn basecamp pro 10L, I also am a fan of HydroBlu, I carry a few of their pen style filters in different load outs,I have I think 3 of their Versa flow filters Also I have 3 or 4 Sawyer minis, Maybe a dozen Frontier straws. In terms of chemically treating, I stick with 2 types Katadyn pristine, and Aquamira(Best IMO) .I'm OCD I guess yoiu could say about Water, Medical, Hygiene. I hope this helps cheers

[@garyzehr4445]

To be honest I don't have any water filters but I will check this one out! Thank you for the video!!!!!!

[@ianwired]

Really cool stuff, I'm for sure gonna pick up one of these or potentially a swayer squeeze.

[@redwestonbushcraft5807]

Awsome content buddy. I've recently got a filter. Can't wait to try mine. I've always just made a natural filter and boiled. But it takes time.

[@MARIOLOPEZ-ns9ih]

Awesome gear review! The replacement of the filters is a plus for me. Semper Fi brotha! Gggrrrr!!

[@nonyabiz9487]

Thanks for another outstanding period of instruction Cpl.

[@johnnorris1024]

Have had one of these for over a year. They are awesome!

[@markzakaib836]

Thanks so much for the support John.

[@davidjohn316]

I was searching for a video on filters v purifiers and I watched your vid ... I was impressed especially with the electric filter however I would make sure I had some "imodium" tabs just in case or I'd still boil it to make sure ... your water even though was clear had a slight tinge however I'm still very impressed with your presentation over-all. Thanks !

[@williamgibble8361]

The power cell deal is really cool.. I would definitely buy the manual version to accompany , if batteries get hard to get .. NICE JOB CORPORAL!!!!

[@cakeshoe]

Thanks for a great video. However, I’ve read from some of the websites of water filters and water sterilization sites that filtered water is not the same as purified water. Basically, the devices you have there will filter water well. Yet, the water may not be fully sterile - viruses can still be in the water. If you are collecting water above the tree line, then the chance of viruses is deminished. Below the tree line, the risk increases. Below inhabited areas or areas full of livestock, the risk increases further. A Steripen, boiling or chemical treatment is the usual way to kill viruses. Or, if you have plenty of time and a base camp, you can use direct sunlight to kill viruses ( but it takes a day or two)

[@recall5811]

I will follow the CDC requirements and use a .05 - 0.1 micron filter and not worry about viruses in America. Thanks for watching

[@cakeshoe]

Yes, you are relatively safe in the USA, Europe and other areas (with less than 5% chance of getting viral infections, hepatitis, etc. from filtered water). But you said, when you introduced the first filter, that it filtered down to 0.05 microns - which is pretty impressive and better than many other filters. However, some of the common viruses are 0.02 microns. Arguably, we ingest such viruses with our food anyway. But I’ve heard of a filter that claims to also remove most viruses. Here’s a quote from their own website: the Aquamira RED Line filter, the only outdoor and tactical filter system, certified* to EPA standards to remove >99.99% of viruses, 99.99999% of bacteria and 99.95% of protozoans for 120 gallons of in the field use. If the claims are true, then besides a Steripen, boiling, chemical treatment, etc. this filter could be ‘safer’ than most. Although, I’m gonna wait for some independent analysis before I run out and buy one. They filter very slowly, and need replacing after 120 gallons! But I live in the tropics - viruses are... well... virulent here. Keep up the great posts.

[@bushmansurvival5053]

One word of advice: I use filters on the hike but usually boil at camp. When using any water filter, be mindful of unfiltered water contamination to your drinking cup. If you place your drinking cup on a wet rock for example, the bottom of your cup is contaminated with unfiltered water. Same goes for the screw cap on a canteen or washing dishes in a river. If you wash your dishes in a river, you need to thoroughly dry those items near a fire to dry out any organism in the water drips remaining on the dishes, etc. They do not need to be "heated hot" just completely dried out. It is not the muddy water that is necessarily harmful, it is the microscopic organisms in a single drop of water that can hurt you. In this regard, boiling is nice because it heats and drys out all surfaces of your drinking or eating vessel. This will kill any microorganisms. Although I carry a bottle as a last resort, I am not a huge fan of water purification tables because it is easy to not use them properly. I once contracted Giardia using water purification tables. I later reasoned that I was not treating the water droplets in the threads of the cap of my canteen as I dipped it in a bog. Pilot error!

[@markzakaib836]

Hey Bushman Survival, I saw your post so I was going to tell you that I think the reason the tablets didn't work, if you look at the Sodium Chloride tablets, Giardia requires around 45 minutes in the water to kill. It will kill bacteria and Virus on the spot but for Giardia generally, Sodium Chloride tablets will only work after 45 minutes. This is why the EPA makes them put this on the label.

[@markhillen5090]

@@markzakaib836 Thanks. That's good to know!

[@markzakaib836]

@@markhillen5090 for sure, we get this question often.

[@markhillen5090]

@@markzakaib836 they were the old style military tablets.

[@markzakaib836]

@@markhillen5090 Interesting, the old style is the iodine tablets that they have been using since the first world war as a general antiseptic, these didn't work on Protozoa? Not sure how those work as a water treatment but maybe that was indeed cross-contamination.

[@cliffstewart6304]

I have both the Sawyer and the Sawyer Mini, and I'm very confident with them, but since the main man, "Corporal", himself recommends this product then I'm going to have to give it a shot.

[@jeffrichards5106]

Thanks for the review, never seen or heard of these filters until your video.

[@nvrumi]

I put a Grayl filter in my regular kit. I drank a lot of water from the Carson River last year using that filter. This one has a greater duty cycle, though, and is probably worth a look for that reason alone. The carbon stage will produce water with better taste and less odor. One question I have is whether this filter will trap heavy metals. Those can be nasty. Nice review. Thanks!

[@hadmatter9240]

I just checked out the PRO on the company website and this is what they have to say: "Tested at Multiple USA labs to show Log 5 Removal 99.999% of Protozoa (Cryptosporidium, Giardia and Parasites) Log 5 Removal 99.999% of tested VIRUS (Phi X-174), STAPH and BACTERIA. 99.5% Mercury and 93% Lead Removal which Matches or Exceeds Most Home Systems. See test Reports under FAQ section of this Page." I find it's always best to do your due diligence, no matter how trustworthy you view the source of information --people are prone to error, no matter how knowledgable, or well-meaning.

[@NM-wd7kx]

From what I've heard the carbon filters need a lot of time to effectively remove heavy metals, so safer to assume it won't.

[@markzakaib836]

Hello David, for heavy metals one commenter here is correct, it takes time for the Carbon filter to absorb. That being said because the water stays inside the chamber as it passes through the first stage our testing on heavy metals shows a significant reduction. This filter, however, is not specifically designed to remove all heavy metals. We are developing one that is and it should be out in a few months.

[@kidbach]

ive had the Personal filter for 3 years. you wouldn't believe that there is still some questionable water fountain sources in an urban locale. thanks for the scuttlebutt on water filters. Esprit de Corps, Brother Leatherneck.

[@benbardon5555]

OOH RAH, Semper Fi leatherneck!

[@Cruzan_Camper]

Looks like a great filter system. Will definitely be checking this out. Thanks🤙🏽

[@etnrutledge8461]

I can see how these would be good for groups. I’m definitely going to look into getting one of these for Scouts.

[@sugod6452]

I LOVE your awsome videos

[@LGSkywalker82]

I have the Survival Filter "straw".. love it. Cant wait to get the pro. Awesome to get your endorsement for this! That validates it for me for sure

[@markzakaib836]

Thanks so much for your support.

[@LGSkywalker82]

@@markzakaib836 you're most welcome! I accidentally broke a small piece of the twist off "lid" on one side cuz I thought it popped off as opposed to the "twist and pull" design you have but a ranger band is keeping it together just fine. Lol. Thanks for a great product!

[@markzakaib836]

@@LGSkywalker82 send us an email to [e-mail] so we can send you a replacement for the shell. This happens and we can send you out a replacement free of charge.

[@josetovar7380]

Thanks for the videos!!!!... keep up!!!

[@tomluck9455]

I think your suggestion paid off because this morning I clicked on one of your older videos and all I see in the suggestion box it's your videos click on another one and again all I see in the suggestion box is your videos

[@5amskateboards291]

Sawyer squeeze is all you need.

[@recall5811]

Lincoln McLennan Thanks for watching

[@tbob8212]

Thank you! Summer is over the horizon but it'll be here before we know it :)

[@warrenhall7060]

As always another outstanding video Semper Fi...and thank's for your service Marine. Warren Hall US Navy...

[@absentmindedadventurer]

This is awesome. A wealth of knowledge.

[@Ruweisat]

Love this video as I’ve been looking for something more reliable than the Sawyer filters. Also, nice subtle reference to “Kingdom of Heaven” when you “drink water for what it is.” Without the ice, Saladin won’t have you executed afterwards.

[@recall5811]

finally someone got it, Thanks for watching

[@jimmangan1711]

Great quick tips and reviews. Thank you.

[@gregoutdoors7]

Once again, good stuff 👍🏻😎

[@gregjohnson9983]

I would say that for backpacking; any of those three would be great. But, for survival; I would think only the personal water filter should be considered. The other 2 use a pumping action. If something breaks in the pump mechanism; you'll be without water. Less moving parts is always better for reliability.

[@FyvX5]

Great videos and tutorials, Corporal. Love the Knots videos. But, i will say that I bought this filter 2 yrs ago, and found it insanely hard to get flowing. The pump version, that is.... I took it on a hike of the Ozark Trail, and had high hopes for it after reading the Reviews elsewhere. I’ve since switched to another brand, rhyming with Moyer. And, have not had any issues on any on my section hikes of the Appalachian Trail. Keep up the great work. And Thank You for all the educational videos. Semper Constants. U.S.Army ‘88-‘96

[@NinjaHempKnight]

Thanks again for another great video

[@reillyfargo7753]

Thank you for your service

[@brianbolton8199]

Thank you, one thing boiling won’t do is remove heavy metals, the activated charcoal filter here will.

[@adamortner7172]

Amazing video! I like the manual one....looks great for questionable water, and I didn't know these filters killed bacteria protozoa and parasites!!! I would use one outing and throw out...but it looked clear! Thanks sir.

[@recall5811]

Filters don’t kill they remove. Thanks for watching

[@adamortner7172]

@@recall5811 good point! No wonder I was surprised! Anyway, I stand corrected! Thanks for the great video...must work, since it looked clear, and you TASTED IT!!! Thanks sir

[@williammudge1521]

I have the Katadyn hiker pro.

[@recall5811]

Thanks for watching

[@jorgeromerro7480]

Yeeeeeeaahh Corporal!!! I’m lookin at the filter well straw I just wanna see if it does chemicals metals etc with the charcoal

[@WarzolJR]

Seems like a good filter. They should ad a ziptop bag to the kits that have the tubing to separate the inlet and outlet hoses. If you put an inlet hose into contaminated water, then store them together, your outlet hose is going to be contaminated as well.

[@markzakaib836]

We add a ziplock back inside the black bag to keep the Pre-Filter and hose separate from the outlet hose to avocross-contaminationion.

[@WarzolJR]

@@markzakaib836 Awesome! Was gonna say, it's not something to avoid buying it for, everyone has ziplocs in a drawer at home anyway. Cool product!

[@markzakaib836]

@@WarzolJR Thanks very much. Our current pump is the 3rd Generation we released over the past 5 years. We made small changes based on the advice that customers gave us each year.

[@toneyjohnson8910]

Looks like something I might use. Thanks

[@mlsknnr]

Excellent information, much easier and faster than boiling, for those that need it now or for when the Forest Service, BLM or others have a fire ban in effect. Some people just don't realize that just because it's flowing, doesn't mean that it's clean. I have a few different filters and the outing usually dictates what I carry. Hey Marine, are you getting soft. I think you smiled more in this video than in all of your other videos combined, except maybe the ones showing bloopers or with your son

[@recall5811]

it is for the sponser, thanks for watching

[@bigsmalls8339]

Ive been using that same filter pump, except it's made by renogy. Have also seen that same pump under other names. Seems to work well and be durable. Also is affordable

[@markzakaib836]

Hey Big Smalls, thanks for the info. Our PRO pump has been around for almost half a decade so allot of companies have come to make pumps that look similar online. This is what happened to Lifestraw as well. Companies will make products designed to look similar online and make similar claims but I can guarantee that once someone compares them side to side they can see the difference. Also, these products are not the same and the best way to tell is to look at the fact that our products are registered at the state levels, our claims are backed by Independent Scientific Data at Multiple labs in the USA and we submit this data for registration to various state and federal bodies when we register our devices. My recommendation when it comes to purchases of any device with claims is to ask the manufacturer for Data substantiating claims as allot of "generic" filters will make whatever claims they feel they need to sell the product and aren't concerned with the consumer safety or legality of such claims. Also, make sure all Testing was done in the Country that the product is sold in as Testing done in Labs around the world are not always to be trusted.

[@bigsmalls8339]

I wasn't speaking about the actual filter, but just the manual pump housing. That pump itself seems to be quite well built in my experiences. The filter(s) within of course may vary from different manufacturers companies. I've used many different brand and styles of water filters. Some other companies put their filters (which may good filters) in less quality pump housing setups. Sadly even a good filter element can be rendered not useable if it's in a crappy pump. But this pump style is found being used by many different filter companies, for good reason I believe. As it does seem to be a good reliable pump. No matter what brand filter is being used within the pump. I can think of some other filter makers that should probably utilize this pump body for their filters as well. In my experiences I've had some pump style good filters fail in the woods. Not because the filter element within the pump itself wasn't good, but because the actual pump unit failing. Either by way of completely breaking, or just pumping water way too inefficiently through the filter element. (I.e. Too slow, or too much effort required for the water to be passed through the filter) But This pump itself seems to work quite well. It isn't too big or too heavy, isn't complicated, seems too be quite durable, and isn't overpriced. As long as the filter element itself being used within said pump is of good quality it's a badass setup in my opinion. So... In summary I personally will be looking into this brand filters as an option to use.

[@markzakaib836]

@@bigsmalls8339 Great, if you find the right filter that works for you then definitely stick with it.

[@bigsmalls8339]

Added a survivor pro extended hydration pack to my cart to add to my extensive collection of filters. I have and use quite a few. (I believe I might have kind of a water filter fettish). Am surprised I haven't seen or heard of the survivor pro brand before. After further research and viewing on full size device screen I see that this pump housing is a little different then the one I've previously mentioned and in experience find to be very well built and functional. (I was actually out in the woods camping when I first saw this video and couldn't quite see the difference on small device screen) I'm hoping this pump is built just as well...?.. I've no concerns about survivor pro filters themselves (seems to be a great reputation there) But, the pump is an equally important part of the system. Only other question/ concern I would have is why doesn't the regular survivor pro setup include a back flush syringe like the survivor pro extended hydration kit does? Not a deal breaker and can be worked around, but I just found it odd that the syringe wouldn't be included in both kits. Main reason I'm purchasing the extended hydration kit is for the syringe and spare filters, more so then for the extra hoses. In my experiences I've never really had much need for extra hoses... (Good hose management is important, ZIPLOCKs.) Mans gotta keep his hose in check in this world ☘

[@markzakaib836]

@@bigsmalls8339 hey, I'm surprised as well. We have been featured in major publications, Hiker Magazine in the UK ranked the PRO best of the class in 2017, Travel and Leisure just published a guide to water filters and featured our PRO. There should be an included syringe in all PRO models, its probably just not listed in the typing but all PRO models come with the syringe. If you need any extra syringes you can always email us at [e-mail], we don't charge for these types of things as we want to make sure that all our customers are using our products to the best of their potential.

[@semco72057]

Those are nice filtering systems and it looks nice, but I already have the Sawyer system filter and the bag which came with it. I would consider buying either of those systems from that company if I needed another one.

[@williamkeil8414]

Excellent video as always

[@tdrnkr]

Your PRO filters seem to pump very easy. I have two of them and two of the straw types and none of them have worked after the second or third time. The pro types seize up when they are left unused for a few days. It takes some super pulling to free up the pump handle. I broke one and to be fair it was replaced at no charge. When you finally get the handle freed up it takes considerable effort to pump. The straw type cannot be used as a straw. You need to attach a bottle or the canteen thing to use them and you really have to squeeze hard to get water flowing. It can be used as a drip filter, however, if you are prepared to wait for at least an hour to fill a cup. Not very good if you want water for coffee or cleaning a wound. I went back to boiling and just take my chances on the heavy metals and chemicals. You would have to consume a lot of water for the chemical stuff to have any effect. Unless it was poison. Like other product reviewers you no doubt get your filters for free. I had to pay for mine and I got ripped off. My own fault though. After the pro failures I tried the straw types and was ripped off again. I've never tried the electric one. Just as well I guess. Where I go there is no electric power source. I don't think batteries would last very long either.

[@markzakaib836]

Hello tdrnkr this is a good question and I think we can provide solutions to make sure that this doesn't happen. It sounds like you have bacteria buildup inside the membrane between trips which are causing clogs when stored. Have you tried soaking the membrane filters in sodium bicarbonate to make sure that all bacteria is removed? Also, the biggest reason for a clog is air gets trapped in the system, this happens when the pre-filter is not fully submerged under the water. Send us a message at [e-mail] so we can help you troubleshoot these devices and get them pumping properly.

[@josephbnd974]

Thanks for the comprehensive review & description of your experience with these products. But in the future please use separate paragraphs as it is overwhelming to read such a long comment. I see the company has already responded to your described problems with their products. Let us know if they indeed do make it right.

[@tdrnkr]

I've back flushed, cleaned, left them to be sure they are completely dry, relubed the "O" rings. I take great care to be sure I do it right. The straw types are the most useful but you must never be in a hurry. It takes a long time to fill a cup using them as drip filters. I have gone back to boiling water and if I am the least bit unsure I cool the the water then filter it. Not very convenient. Oh well..... Sorry if my paragraph was too long.

[@jimbo92107]

The pro model with hand pump is probably the best one for people that don't use these things regularly, because then you don't have to worry about batteries going dead or some problem with the electric motor. It still filters a cup of water in fewer than 100 pumps, a third of which are just to get water into the device. After that, looks like about forty pumps per cup. Not bad at all.

[@kennethworde862]

CC a little known method for this is featured in Hoods Woods videos, he dead now but worth your learning much longer-term and smaller

[@pnyarrow]

Thanks for sharing your tests and conclusions. Stay safe ATB. NIgel

[@byronspade1633]

Nice filtration group. I'll check them out.