This $12 Product Is A Secret Weapon For Traveling Light

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While it’s important to stay hydrated year-round, it’s especially important when temperatures really start to climb. Whether you’re just going on a neighborhood stroll or on a much longer trip, it’s a good idea to have a water bottle with you.

This flexible water bottle makes staying hydrated more convenient than ever. It’s way less bulky than a Stanley or Swell bottle, folding up to a palm-sized package when it’s empty. Weighing just two pounds (without liquid), it’s perfect for bringing on trail runs, hikes or camping. (Or when you’re doing your best to travel light — the bottle is widely endorsed in Reddit’s r/onebag community, where the mechanics of packing light are endlessly discussed.)

The cap also sets this water bottle apart from others you’ll find. It has a wide mouth (so you can literally gulp down water if you need to) and it’s designed to be spill-proof so it won’t soak your stuff when it’s stashed in your bag.

Even though the container is flexible by nature, when it’s full, it can stand on its own — similar to a CapriSun — so you can set it down on a table instead of holding it when you want to drink out of it. And when you’re done, you can toss it in the dishwasher or just wash it by hand; either way it’s easy to clean.

Still not convinced? Check out these reviews, from people who have bought and purchased it: