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Household & Travel Emergency, Survival and Outdoors Water Purification

Katadyn Hiker Microfilter Waterfilter -- 1 Filter

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Item #:

KAT 5136298

SKU #:

604375136298

Count:

1 Filter

Weight:

1.1 lb

Vitacost Price: $64.95

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Katadyn Katadyn Hiker Microfilter Waterfilter -- 1 Filter

Overall Rating:

4.5 out of 5

6 of 6(100%)customers would recommend this product to a friend.

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Making Water Drinking Water. • Removes Bacteria Giardia and Cryptosporidium. • Lightweight Backpacking Model. • Highest Rated for Ease-Of-Use. • America’s # 1 Selling Microfilter. Backcountry Series products are ideal for camping trekking and backpacking. They are lightweight compact and the easiest way to make safe water. More people rely on Katadyn’s Backcountry Series products than any other brand. The favorite choice for all-around use. Katadyn of Switzerland has been producing high quality portable water systems since 1928. Our history has been one of innovation and durability. Katadyn products are used by militaries health organizations and outdoor adventurers worldwide. No other water system provides higher quality or longer-lasting performance. The Hiker was rated #1 in every category including ease-of-use output maintenance packability and durability. It was the tester’s overall favorite product. HIKER. • Low Maintenance Cartridge – Pleated design has more surface area than any other microfilter. Does not require cleaning. • Fast Water Flow – Provides 1 liter of water/minute with less effort (48 strokes). • Ergonomic Pump Handle – Comfortable and easy to pump. • Activated Carbon Core – Reduces unpleasant tastes and odors from water. • Ribbed Housing – Ensures good grip. Contents:. 1 Hiker Water Microfilter. 1 Anti Clog Microfilter Cartridge. 1 Intake Hose with Modular Prefilter. 1 Output Hose with Universal Bottle Adaptor. 1 Hydration System Connector. 1 Deluxe Carry Bag. Instructions and Field Tips. Technical Data:. Technology: .3 micron pleated glassfiber removes bacteria cysts and sediment. Output: Approximately 1 qt (1l) per minute with 48 easy strokes. Capacity: Up to 200 gallons (750 l) depending on water quality. Replaceable cartridge. Weight: Approximately 11 oz. (310 g). Size: 6.5” X 3” (16.5 x 7.6 cm). Hose Length : 36” (92 cm) To view videos on additional Katadyn products click here.

Katadyn Katadyn Hiker Microfilter Waterfilter -- 1 Filter

Overall Rating:

4.5 out of 5

6 of 6(100%)customers would recommend this product to a friend.

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Katadyn Katadyn Hiker Microfilter Waterfilter -- 1 Filter

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

Worth its weight in GOLD,

June 16, 2010

By TrailJunkie

from Cookeville, TN

"I love this item! it is light weight and easy to use. It fits right on my thermos and pumps quickly and easily. Even though this was one of the cheaper filters I saw, the water tasted fantastic. Unsure about its durability as I have only had it on one big trip. but so far so good."

Age: 18-24

Gender: Female

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Katadyn Katadyn Hiker Microfilter Waterfilter -- 1 Filter

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

June 12, 2010

By Jamie87

"I have yet to use this product yet but it is everything it claims. It is small and light weight, perfect for backpacking."

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Katadyn Katadyn Hiker Microfilter Waterfilter -- 1 Filter

Overall Rating:

4 out of 5

Best selling filter of all time,

May 23, 2010

By Outdoorsbound

from Northwest Arkansas

"I just bought my 2nd one of these. I had one of the older models sold under the PUR brand. It worked great for years. And then a couple of years ago I realized I hadn't used it in some time, thinking my interests were changing, I sold it. Well, some of my interests have returned full circle in a new way and once again I was needing a good reliable water filter. I did not hesitate to buy this one again."

Age: 35-44

Gender: Male

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

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Katadyn Katadyn Hiker Microfilter Waterfilter -- 1 Filter

Overall Rating:

3 out of 5

Great filter but unreliable.,

October 7, 2009

By LakePowellKayaker

from Calif hiker and kayaker

"I took this filter to Lake Powell twice. It worked great, its easy to pump, and made good water. But near the end of the three week trip the housing cracked on the seam of the pump. I had to tape it up to keep using it. They sent me a new one. I went back to Powell the next year and the new one did the exact same thing. I am VERY gentle with my equipment. Also the screen inside the filter failed and the charcoal would come out in water. They quickly sent me another housing and a filter. I love the thing but I sure dont trust it anymore. I hear that other brands break just as much. I would research the reliability of other brands before I baught another one of these."

Age: 45-54

Gender: Male

1 of 1 people found this review helpful.

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Katadyn Katadyn Hiker Microfilter Waterfilter -- 1 Filter

Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

DON'T BACKPACK WITHOUT IT!!!,

September 10, 2009

By EAGLE1911

"This thing is the best! Used it to filter several gallons of water and not one of us got sick or anything. And, it tastes WAY better than the purified water from my faucet at home! Easy to use and pumps very fast. You won't be disappointed!"