Katadyn Hiker Pro Water Filter for Backpacking and Camping

When embarking on a lengthy adventure, the convenience of a compact water filter cannot be overstated. This remarkable filter can produce a liter of refreshing water from natural sources like lakes, rivers, or creeks in just one minute. It effectively eliminates bacteria, giardia, and cryptosporidium, ensuring that your drinking water is safe. Additionally, the activated carbon granules work to diminish unpleasant tastes, enhancing your hydration experience.

With its innovative quick-connect fittings, the filter allows you to directly filter clean water into your bottle or hydration pack. It is designed to be compatible with many popular water bottle brands and hydration systems, making it a versatile choice for outdoor enthusiasts. For those situations where you might encounter murky water, the filter protector can be easily cleaned in the field, ensuring swift access to safe drinking water whenever needed. Its new transparent design lets users visually monitor the water flow and observe the filtering process, adding an extra layer of assurance about the quality of the water being consumed.

This filter boasts an impressive capacity, purifying up to 1,150 liters (300 gallons), depending on water quality. The Katadyn Hiker Pro has established itself as the leading microfilter in the U.S. outdoor market, a testament to its reliability and performance.

The AntiClog™ feature, which utilizes a 0.2-micron glass fiber filter, reliably removes 99.9999% of bacteria, as well as 99.9% of protozoa, cysts, algae, spores, and sediments, making it effective for both clear and murky water. The active carbon core not only improves taste but also mitigates any undesirable odors.

One standout characteristic of the Hiker Pro is its ease of cleaning. Unlike many other water filtering systems, it allows for straightforward maintenance while camping, backpacking, hiking, or in emergency survival scenarios. Simply detach the filter from the unit and rinse it in clean water to prevent clogging and maintain a consistent flow rate.

It has earned the recognition of being the easiest filter to use, according to U.S. retailers. The ergonomic handle is designed for comfort, enabling users to filter a greater volume of water with less physical effort. The kit also includes quick-connect hoses and a bottle adapter, promoting seamless connections to most water bottles and hydration bladders.

Thanks to its large filter surface area of 271 cm² (107 square inches), the Hiker Pro delivers a fast flow rate of 1 liter per minute, requiring approximately 48 pumps to achieve this output. On average, it can filter around 300 gallons before needing a replacement, making it perfect for small groups of one to two people.

Weighing in at a mere 11 ounces, the Hiker Pro is remarkably portable, making it an ideal companion for your next ultralight backpacking, hiking, or camping journey. The manual pump mechanism also makes it an excellent addition to emergency or survival kits. To top it all off, a storage bag is included for convenient transport and storage.

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