Thursday, August 3, 2006

MAKE: Super Cheap Water-Purifcation Straw

Filed under: Public Health

Leave it to the good people over at MAKE.com to find a cheap alternative to the Life Straw.

Ideal for hiking, camping, travel in foreign countries, and emergency use.

* Removes pathogens as small as 2 microns, including Giardia, Cryptosporidium and E. Coli bacteria

* Activated carbon filter removes chemicals and improves taste

* Super compact, fits in a pocket

* Treats up to 20 gallons of water

I like Giardia as much as the next outdoorsman, but for only $8.99, I'd gladly wave good-bye to the diarrhea.

Purchase the Frontier Water Purification Straw here . . .

(hat tip: Make)

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