When it comes to water, running on an empty tank can leave you feeling groggy, grumpy, and unfocused — and nobody wants that. So once again, we’ve set to the task of sorting through the wide and complex world of reusable water bottles to bring you the best new handheld hydration products of 2014.
The latest containers don’t just crush your thirst on the run; they are attractive, durable, easy to drink from and clean, and perfectly portable. All told, the following hydration vessels will help you make sure that your hydration experience is never boring, never an afterthought.
MiiR
You can love MiiR bottles for their odorless, tasteless and durable stainless steel. You can appreciate MiiR for their sleek aesthetic lines and quality craftsmanship. Admire them for an array of color, size and insulated options that fit your hydration needs. But at the end of the day, you’ll respect the MiiR brand for redefining the status quo by empowering you to close the gap between your active lifestyle and needs of others’. With every MiiR hydration vessel purchased, the gift of clean water is given to one person in need; and that is the very definition of a win-win scenario.
miir.com (MSRP $15 -$30)
Nathan Hydration Big Shot Narrow Mouth
Say good-bye to sloshing that wide-mouth water bottle all over yourself and to trying to fill up a tiny-mouth bottle. Say hello to the Nathan BigShot Narrow Mouth Bottle, ready to quench your thirst and keep you hydrated and happy. With a screw top that has a wide-mouth opening for filling and pouring, and a smaller one for easy sipping Nathan is hooking you up with 34 ounces of drinking pleasure. Made with Tritan™ poly, this bottle is not only completely BPA-free but resists odor and stains. Did we mention that it has a distinctive “cool” factor and comes in at the best value on our list?
nathansport.com (MSRP $11.95)
Liquid Hardware Vacuum Insulated Sidewinder Bottle
Durable, BPA free bottle made from 18/8 stainless steel? Check. Low-profile, leak-proof design. Yup. Magnetic screw cap that ensures you’ll never lose your lid? You know it. So how does Liquid Hardware improve on an already stellar check-list? They up the game by introducing their new Insulated Sidewinder Bottle. Featuring double-wall vacuum construction this bottle keeps cold items cold for at least 24 hours, and hot items hot for eight. Even better for those who live and play in the outdoors, the Sidewinder™ lid doubles as an emergency compass. Learn more from their kickstarter project.
liquidhardware.com (MSRP TBA)
Eco Vessel Double Barrel Stainless Steel Insulated Mug
A really useful tool can do more than one thing, and that’s the reason our team loves the new 16 oz Double Barrel Stainless Steel Mug from Eco Vessel. Whether you opt for Iced tea, IPA or a Caramel Latte, the doubled walled stainless steel protects the taste and temperature of whatever you put inside. A quick rinse or wash is all it takes to go from your morning pick-me-up to staying hydrated at work to a smoothie at the gym to whatever you drink in your daily life. Go ahead, drink life straight from the barrel… it’s better that way.
ecovessel.com (MSRP $17.95)
CamelBak Chute
The new CamelBak Chute Water Bottle isn’t messing around when it comes to rapid hydration. Both the girth-some 1L and slender .75 liter bottles are designed for hydration on demand, whether you’re tackling the trails or playing desk jockey for the day. The ergonomic high-flow spout is angled and contoured for efficient, rapid hydration. The leak-proof, tethered cap twists off with just half a turn and conveniently snaps into the handle so it’s out of the way when you’re drinking. That convenient little handle allows you to grab the Chute and get after your next adventure.
camelbak.com (MSRP $14 for 1L, $14 for .75L)
AVEX Brazos Double Wall AUTOSEAL Bottle
With a pour as true as a mountain stream that automatically seals between sips, the AVEX AUTOSEAL lid has been a long time favorite of our test team. The new Brazos Double Wall AUTOSEAL Bottle has a wide mouth that allows ice cubes to easily slide into the bottle and makes for easy cleaning. Even better, the outside of the bottle doesn’t sweat. So when the temperature rises during your beach lounging endeavours your bottle is less likely to slip from your hands as you trek from cabana to cabana. BPA-free with a spout shield to protect against dirt, and an ergonomic clip-on handle that attaches to backpacks and other gear for easy transit.
avexsport.com (MSRP TBA)