Katadyn’s lightweight Vario Dual Technology MicroFilter adjusts for dirty water or normal water conditions, so you get the cleanest, freshest water possible no matter where you’re backpacking. A simple turn engages the ceramic prefilter when you’re pumping out of a muddy lake so the pleated glass-fiber filter inside doesn’t get destroyed. After a long, hard hike, this Katadyn water filter’s dual piston pump works smoothly and easily—pumping out up to 2-liters per minute.

The Katadyn Pocket Filter is a durable water filter with an aluminum shell. The ceramic element in the Katadyn Pocket Filter will treat up to 13,000 gallons. Compare that to most other water filters out there and you’ll see why Katadyn is one of the most respected brands in the industry. This ceramic water filter offers 0.2 micron filtration and a flow rate of up to 1 liter per minute. At 20oz, the Katadyn Pocket Filter isn’t the lightest filter in the world but it’s still quite compact and its rugged aluminum shell means it’ll go the long haul.

Filter your water year after year with the MSR MiniWorks Ex Ceramic Water Filter. Clean this lightweight, compact filter back to like-new condition, without any disassembly tools. The MiniWorks ceramic element ensures long-lasting protection against bacteria, protozoa (including crypto and giardia), and particulate, and the carbon core removes yucky tastes. MSR’s little wonder can filter up to 1 liter per minute.

The MSR SweetWater Microfilter gives you an easy, dependable way to filter your water, and only adds 11 ounces to your backpack. This MSR water filter’s lever-action pump has a mechanical advantage that keeps you from breaking into a sweat while you’re pumping, and the filter eliminates 99.99% of all waterborne bacteria and common protozoan parasites. Simple brushing restores a clogged filter. Fold the SweetWater Microfilter’s handle flat for compact packing.

The CamelBak Bottle with Big Bite Valve moves well on the go. Get the convenience of your CamelBak bite valve on an easy-to-open water bottle that won’t splash you in the face. The Big Bite Valve folds down and snaps in place while in your backpack or bike cage. Tip it over and shake it up, the leak-proof CamelBak Bottle with Big Bite Valve goes in the dishwasher, and the top transfers to any, standard-size bottle. The carrying handle on the CamelBak Bottle with Big Bite Valve makes it a cinch to hold with your finger or clip on a carabineer.

The Katadyn Hiker Water Microfilter is Katadyn’s highest rated microfilter. The Katadyn Hiker is ideal for lightweight backpacking, and eliminates Giardia, Cryptosporidium and all bacteria. The Katadyn Hiker is easy to use and even guaranteed not to clog for 1 year! Included with the hiker are a Nalgene bottle attachment and hydration pack attachment. The Hiker is efficient with its lightweight compact microfilter that gives a high water output per stroke.