Nalgene Oasis Water Bottle

these Nalgene Oasis Canteens are the same shape and size as the traditional military canteens, made of metal and then plastic...but, this comes without any odor! even with a half full canteen of h20 left idle for a long period, there is still no odor, and if you place something other than h20 in it, there is no lingering taste or odor of that item. it is a very strong and durable material, this Eastman Tritan, and the Oasis 1qt is a perfect replica in size and shape to the canteens of the military. Nalgene Oasis Pros; • no odor • impact-resistant (very durable…i dare say, unbreakable!) • stain-resistant • BPA-Free • lightweight • attached leakproof top (no rubber seal, just seals via threading it down tight) • fits standard military Canteen Cover that attaches to belt of mission suspenders/belt kit, along with FA Kit, and pistol holster; Military Outdoor Clothing Previously Issued US GI OD Green Canteen Set with Suspenders • fits into standard military canteen cup; Rothco 3 Piece 1 Quart Canteen Kit With Cover & Aluminum Cup • effectively, a perfect replacement for the OD plastic 32oz. canteen that retains odors and is less durable... wish Nalgene was around and supplied the military when i served... we had the standard OD plastic that always smelled... of course, you just got used to it. • fits excellent in this vintage-look case with shoulder strap; Rothco Vintage Canvas Carry-All 1 Qt Canteen Cover With Shoulder Strap, Black ... my wife and i carry our Nalgene Oasis bottles in this shoulder-strapped case on short hikes with the dog (plus a silicone collapsible bowl) and we all stay nicely hydrated... :-) this case is durable and, also, has a convenient, little, velcro-closured pocket for a cell phone... a very nice feature! …for short hikes, the Nalgene Oasis Canteen, in a carrying cover like something above, can not be beat. Nalgene Oasis Cons; • none. these are superb 32 oz canteen bottles! we have now purchased three (3) Oasis canteens, as well as several other Nalgene bottles, and they all share the same high quality, durability, and odor-free standard... an excellent product! Nalgene also makes a slick 12oz. flask, that stows easily in a coat pocket or cargo pant pocket, with all the odor-free and other qualities of the canteens; Nalgene 12 Oz Flask, Blue lastly, i have tried many water bottles through the years and have found nothing that beats or even compares to Nalgene! very pleased, Thank you! :-)

These are the "GI water bottle" size, now made in sturdy plastic. When you handle these, you realize that the government spent some time thinking about the ideal size/shape for a water bottle. These are easy to handle, easy to fill, easy to drink from and can be tucked into the side of your pack or carried on your hip with an appropriate carrier, etc. The only thing wrong with them is the same thing wrong with all of these water bottles - they weigh a lot in comparison to the cheap, disposable water bottles that can be had for a fraction of the price and are durable enough to last through many many refillings. You also have to be careful about maintaining them - which basically means keeping the cap off when they are empty, so mildew etc. can't form on the inside which would then be hard to clean because of the narrow opening. But as long as you rinse them out after you use them and store them with the cap open, they work great. UPDATED: I just bought a few more of these. I have several different kinds of water bottles, the ultralight collapsible kind, re-purposed gatorade bottles, regular Nalgene bottles, hydration bladders, etc. Honestly, when I am in the outdoors, I like using these more than any other kind of water bottle I own. They aren't practical for town where they won't fit in a car cup holder, or the narrow water bottle sleeve of some small backpacks. But they fit in the external sleeves of both my hiking day pack and my backpack just perfectly, They hold up really well and they don't impart weird taste into your water like some other brands do. As long as you know they will fit your pack, just get one.

I think this USA made, BPA free bottle, particularly for the price, is an incredible buy. I wanted a narrow mouth water bottle that I could see how much water I’ve been drinking, that wasn’t too big or heavy with full water in it and that wouldn’t break or leak in a bag. I can see that over time maybe the plastic link from the screw top and the bottle itself may deteriorate or tear if I am really rough with it or it falls off my bike basket and I don’t look after it. That said the bottle is super duper durable and would maybe only suffer some scratches and if the plastic link broke, the screw top would still screw on fine, it just wouldn’t be as convenient. The color is chic and I’d consider buying the golden and the red ones too, but this one will last me a long time. A long handled cleaning brush is needed to clean it and the mouth makes it a little hard to clean high up, but I only use tap water and drink 2-3 bottles worth through out the day so nothing is ever stagnant due to how I’m using it. The shape is different from a cylindrical bottle, which I think makes it look classic and cool. Some folks maybe won’t like it because it doesn’t fit in a side bottle pocket or backpack pocket and it doesn’t fit in a bottle holder on a bike, but I just throw it in my bag as I commute on bike and don’t have to worry about it spilling. id consider buying the canteen carrying bag with strap for a long walk in the future. I feel like it’s a perfect in between ounce size and the fact that you can see how much water you’ve been drinking really inspires me to go and grab another bottle full to finish throughout the day. I like it...it’s rad!

The military-style canteen design is probably the most underrated piece of basic military kit every devised. The contoured design holds an entire quart of water in a much smaller profile than a cylindrical water bottle. With the contoured design, you can affix the canteen in a pouch against your body comfortably and without it hanging off or sticking out. It's also much more comfortable and natural to hold. Going hand-in-hand with the canteen is the canteen cup, and this bottle does fit perfectly with the GI canteen cup. The canteen cup takes up almost not additional space, as it nests perfectly with the canteen. It can be used as simple cup or mug, with hot or cold beverages, or as a bowl for your soup, or as a pot to cook with. The canteen and cup are two vital pieces of survival gear that nest perfectly together-- your water source and your ability to boil water and cook. Folks who use your standard cylindrical 32oz Nalgene bottles struggle to find a cup that nests with it, or they carry a cup/pot separately-- yet there's a great solution that has been around for decades right in front of them. The canteen + cup combination is brilliantly simple and, dare I say, perfect. The Nalgene version of the canteen is, in my opinion, superior to the standard GI issue canteen *for civilian use*. First of all, it doesn't come with that pre-used, standard issue canteen taste. But aside from that, it's transparent and the material is one of the finest on the market. I can't say this for sure, but I feel that the Nalgene material is easier to clean and less likely to leave a plastic taste. Is it a "military grade" item? I can't say for sure, as I don't know the detailed requirements the military has for the canteen and there are rigorous tests that go into it that the Nalgene hasn't been put through, as far as I'm aware. For instance, is it flame retardant, will it melt easily, is it UV resistant, does it meet standards for impact resistance, etc. Overall, it's a 5-star item, in my opinion. I wish the cap was secured a bit better and the mouth was a bit wider, but that doesn't detract from the 5 stars. You can't go wrong with this bottle.

I purchased two of these canteens back in 2016, and they have seen use everywhere from hiking on trails in the States to a deployment overseas where they have seen daily use. I have no complaints thus far after about 2 years of use. They have seen use in the field during the hot summers at Fort Hood. A common complaint of the GI canteens is they bleed nasty tasting chemicals when they warm up, or sit for too long. These canteens as advertised, do not have this unpleasant issue. I have taken both of my canteens hiking with me, where one has been accidentally dropped down a cliff face, where after tumbling for about 10 yards it was met with a sheer drop off of about 20 feet coming abruptly to a stop on a boulder face. It was full when it got away from me, so I expected the worst: maybe rupturing from the force. To my surprise, it was perfectly fine, significantly scratched, but completely sound otherwise. The plastic strap that holds the cap captive to the canteen body is made of a softer plastic. It will serve its purpose just fine, but I would refrain from carrying it by the strap; I had to break myself of this habit when I noticed it had formed a stress crease, and would break from repeated folding if I continued. Other than that, it’s well made and can easily replace a GI canteen in its full capacity. Recently on a second deployment, due to my own neglect one of my Oasis canteens became unserviceable. I promptly ordered a new one and it arrived today. My two previous canteens were manufactured in 2016, the new one that arrived today was made in 2018. I immediately noticed that Nalgene has reduced the amount of material that they use in the walls of the new canteens, and that the walls are noticeably thinner than the old ones. I don’t believe the new series would survive the fall that the previous one had during my hike. The quality of construction as well as the dimensions remain the same otherwise. I noticed as well is the new series are less opaque than the older ones, just a cosmetic difference I noticed. All said and done I would recommend this product for use as a part of a hiking setup, or if you are in the Armed Forces: a good replacement to the nasty GI canteens. The newer series does have less material than the old ones, but all in all it still seems to be of very resilient construction and should not let you down under normal circumstances. I am rating at 4 stars due to the thinner walls on the newer series, but this is still a quality product made in the USA!

First of all, let me say that these are both amazing products. Here’s a few details on them to I help you find which will suit you needs. OASIS (this Nalgene bottle) -pro: slightly textured grip, easier to hold without being harder to clean. -Pro: smaller mouth means much easier to drink out of on the go, in the car, or even standing still, without dribbling all over yourself, which widemouth bottles are wonderfully famous for :/ -Pro: bottle design (inspired by the old school, G.I. issue bottles) is easier to hold and drink, and arguably better to fit in things. This does, of course, depend on where you put it, and what you need it to fit into, but for me personally if I’m putting it actually inside of my pack, or in a knapsack, it fits better, and is even less bulky if it’s just sitting in a side pocket of a pack where we normally carry water bottles, however, I don’t think just that in itself is enough to make a hard-core “pro” on the list. -Con: I don’t think anything as of yet makes any insulated holder for this, there are other holders you can get however, from what I’ve seen so far none of them are insulated to help keep your drink cool more than just a cloth covering. -Con: if you’re a fan of putting stickers on the outside of your bottle, the textured outside will not be your friend. -Con: no measurements (neither ounces nor milliliters) on the outside. This is a big deal for a lot of us who absolutely rely on our bottles for measurements when we’re in the backwoods backpacking or camping, or traveling or what have you. -Con: that small mouth that makes it easier to drink out of makes it much harder to clean (yes, even with a bottle brush) and many of the attachments that go on widemouth bottles, such as filtration systems, coffee making systems, and the like will not fit on this bottle. -Con: while it is very difficult to find cupholders that actually fit the other Nalgene bottle, it’s not completely impossible but you will never fit this in a cup holder. 32 oz TRITAN/SUSTAIN (the classic Nalgene widemouth bottle) -Pro- holds slightly more liquid. They both hold 32 ounces (I did the pour test, pouring all the liquid from this Nalgene, because it has measurements so I know exactly how much It’s Holding, into the oasis using a funnel to not loose a drop) but the oasis holds 32 ounces topped off (my guess is you’ll be left with apx 28- 30 not topped off, but keep in mind that is a rough estimate)… The Tritan holds 32 ounces at the 32 ounce line; top it off and you can squeeze somewhere in between 4 to 6 more ounces in there (that’s an estimate I don’t know exactly how many more) Pro: it has measurements on the side (ounces and milliliters) as referenced in the last “pro,” it’s a big deal, as also referenced in one of the previous bottle’s “cons”. Pro: widemouth makes it easy to clean, allows you to add ice cubes, and allows it to access a wide range of attachments helpful in the field! Pro: access to insulated bottle jackets, including those made by Nalgene. Pro: smooth outside allows you to smack stickers on the outside of it if that’s your thing! Pro: when not carrying water you can stuff extra stuff inside of it if storage is an issue. (Handy for backpackers and air travelers specifically) -Con: The only cons really worth mentioning is the fact that you’re gonna need those few extra topped off ounces of water, because the trade-off for it being easier to clean and such is the fact that it can be a pain to drink out of. You’re dribbling out of this widemouth bottle at least here and there is almost guaranteed and it spills easier in general (although the base is very stable) because of the wide mouth. Personally, if I could only have one, I would take the Triton/sustain classic Nalgene design, however, I own both for good reason and grab whichever one is going to suit my specific purpose at the time. So, although it’s a triton that makes it into my emergency kit for if crap hits the fan, a natural disaster or what have you, I’m very happy to own both and am glad to recommend either 5 star bottle depending on your needs.

Why a canteen, instead of a nalgene type bottle? Well, I find that the smaller diameter opening makes it easier to drink while walking or driving without a giant blast of water getting all over me. I also like that canteens sit flatter against my pack or body, and I can carry this in my cargo pocket without a giant bulge. Finally, I can do all the above, and the GI issue canteen cup can ride along--I shave out of that cup, wipe it down and use it for instant coffee, and I can fit an MRE spoon, some wipes, and propel sticks in the canteen case. Why a $10 canteen then, instead of the GI issue one? I'm not too picky about my water, but I do notice a slight plastic taste with my GI issue canteens. Also, for some reason a few (maybe 1/3 of my zillions?) are worn out, so the retainer doesn't keep the cap on on. Those are pretty minor though--the real reasons I think it's worth it to spend the money on this are: (1) Since I put propel/kool-aid/whatever in the canteen, I like to be able to *see* that it's clean. I've used GI metal and plastic canteens, thought they were clean, then felt something slimy run down my throat! If you've ever used those flavorings in a camelback or something, you've probably seen how scuzzy it can make your bladder if you don't clean it right away, and how easy it can be to miss a spot. This bottle allows for good inspection. (2) Also because it's clear, you can mark out ounces/cups/ml and see what you're getting. I use a permanent sharpie, which wears off after about four days in the field, but you could easily score the plastic with a knife if you wanted something permanent. What are the negatives? The small mouth (that I praised) means it can be tough to fit some ice cubes in, and it also means you have to find a pretty good bottle brush to get in there and clean it. Those are pretty minor in my book!

Upon research, the US GI issued canteens tend to smell like plastic. The Uncle Sam canteens also have issues with functionality and durability mostly because I suspect that the company who won the government contract was selling the cheapest product and was thus the lowest price to bid on. It appears that there are some troops on here who have purchased these Nalgene canteens as a replacement. The durability of these canteens is tried and true. When I first bought them, I was 21 and still in college. Now I am 25 and a working adult, and these water bottles have served as a constant. There is no smell of plastic, they have been dropped off of my bike, slammed around, put in the dishwasher, and used daily. There are small superficial signs of wear on the canteens as shown, but this was from being ground down on asphalt or scraped about imprudently. Such damage was superficial and had no impact on functionality. If it wasn't enough that these canteens have been reliable and durable for years now, these canteens are even made in the USA. Quality products made in the USA are a rarity nowadays. Plastic is very bad for the environment so the amount of care this company made in making these canteens is a responsible usage of plastic, good for the United States economy, and pays respect to the environment. It should be said that the reason I am gushing about this product is not because I have anything to gain, it was not gifted to me by the company for quid quo pro, or anything of the sort if you doubt the validity of my review. It's just that in an age where everything is cheaply made in China with planned obsolescence, this product seems like a last of the Mahicans. In short: - product is durable and held up beautifully after 4+ years of abuse - made in the USA - provides a reasonably priced and quality alternative for our troops I would like to make a small note that of course this product is not insulated so it might be best to fill with some ice and get a cover for the canteens for insulation. Cleaning the product is best with soap and water and a brush. If the canteen begins to get really funky in smell, I recommend using some Star San solution and it will smell good as new.

Je suis passé de la classic ronde à celle là, très content, elle se glisse mieux dans le sac où poche latérale, le bouchon à le bon diamètre (on en met pas partout), bien meilleur prise en main (enfin pour mes petites mains ;)

Nalgene quality! Droped it a couple times, never broke due to good material and simple design. No fancy top so no mechanism to break. And yes it's a real Nalgene bootle even though it's cheap! ;)

Meine erste Oasis habe ich vor einigen Jahren gekauft und sie seither regelmäßig u.A. bei Mountainbike-Touren dabei gehabt, bis sie mir bei meiner letzten Tour unbemerkt aus dem seitlichen Netzfach rausgefallen ist und nun vermutlich irgendwo im Unterholz liegt, somit musste kurzerhand Ersatz her - diesmal in blau. Die Flasche besteht aus “Tritan”, einem speziell für die Lebensmittelindustrie entwickelten, geruchs- und geschmacksneutralen Kunststoff, der ohne das vermeintlich hochgradig gefährliche Bisphenol A (BPA) auskommt. Für mich war dies zwar kein entscheidendes Kriterium beim Kauf der Oasis, da ich die Debatte rund um die Gefährlichkeit von BPA als aufgebauschte Panikmache erachte, allerdings ist es grundsätzlich zu begrüßen, dass Produkte, die in Kontakt mit Lebensmitteln kommen, so wenig potentiell schädliche Zusatzstoffe wie möglich enthalten. Die Oasis kommt in der Nierenform der klassischen US-Militär-Feldflaschen daher, ist aber von den Abmessungen her wohl einen Tick größer/breiter, als die “echten” Militärflaschen und passt somit wohl nicht uneingeschränkt in alle Becher oder Flaschenhalter. Wer derartiges Zubehör für die Oasis sucht, sollte am besten mal bei Youtube nach entsprechenden bzw. passenden Empfehlungen Ausschau halten. Durch die Nierenform und die genarbte Oberfläche liegt die Flasche hervorragend und sicher in der Hand. Die geringe Höhe sorgt zudem dafür, dass der Schwerpunkt der Flasche beim Trinken etwas näher am Mund liegt, was ich persönlich als weitaus angenehmer empfinde, als bei klassischen 1l-Flaschen. Die Trinköffnung ist mit etwa 28mm rund 8mm größer, als bei einer herkömmlichen Flasche. Hierdurch kann man problemlos und ohne lästiges “Gluckern” oder “Blubbern” auch einen schnellen und großen Schluck nehmen, ohne die Flasche zwischendrin absetzen zu müssen. Der Haupt-Kaufgrund für mich war jedoch die Tatsache, dass man die Flasche durch die geringe Höhe auch liegend in einem kompakten Rucksack transportieren kann. Dies sorgt einerseits für eine angenehmere Gewichtsverteilung und andererseits für etwas bessere Ausnutzung des Platzes im Rucksack. Bedenken hinsichtlich der Dichtigkeit wurden schnell beseitigt: obwohl im Schraubverschluss keine zusätzliche Gummidichtung eingelegt ist, schließt der Deckel rundum sauber und dicht ab. Ich verwende die Flasche zwar in erster Linie für stilles Wasser, hatte aber auch mit Sprudel, Cola oder anderen, kohlensäurehaltigen Getränken bisher keinerlei Probleme mit austretender Flüssigkeit. Die Flasche ist spülmaschinenfest, allerdings würde ich eine Reinigung von Hand mittels einer Flaschenbürste empfehlen, da sich Spülmaschinen mit derart kleinen Öffnungen meist schwer tun und die Flasche dann häufig nie 100%ig sauber wird. Übrige Wassertropfen kann man einfach herausschleudern und die Flasche dann offen zum Trocknen stehen lassen. Unterm Strich bin ich durchweg zufrieden mit der Flasche und wenn ich daran denke, was meine alte Oasis alles mitgemacht hat, habe ich keinerlei Zweifel, dass ich mit dem neuen Exemplar genau so viel Freude haben werde. Uneingeschränkte Kaufempfehlung!

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Come sempre la Nalgene non si smentisce borraccia di qualità ottima e non emana alcun odore ed è bella da vedere o toccare. E' la seconda che acquisto con questo marchio. Ho preso quella di colore grigio ma ci sono anche altri colori. Forse è un po' grande per le mie necessità, ma mi adatterò, io la uso in ufficio. La Plastica e Bpa free e si lava in lavastoviglie. Trovo positivo anche il fatto che essendo trasparente, appena un po' opaca, ho sotto controllo la quantità di acqua che mi rimane anche perché la bocca della borraccia è ampia ed ne esce un bel po' quando si beve. La consiglio aggiornamento al 21/04/2018 Pessima resa. Dopo un po' l'acqua contenuta dentro la borraccia diventa imbevibile in quanto assume un saporaccio di plastica. Deluso del prodotto eppure ero un affezionato del marchio Nalgene.