Re: Water bottles or bladders?

I have the platypus hoser.

I got tired of the bite valve dripping on me.

I do love the collapsible containers, but I find that just putting it in the top compartment of my pack and taking a drink during breaks is just as convenient as having that hose hanging on me. Sometimes it got in the way of me getting the pack on.

I carry a rolled up container in my pack to fill when I finally get to camp. Sure takes up much less space in the pack then the bottles do.

Nalgen makes a great 96oz flexible canteen with the wide mouth. Perfect fit for filters.