Survival Straw

[abo4ster]

Anybody ever use one of these (see link) or have an opinion? Cabelas and Brigade Quartermasters sells them.

http://www.usamarketing.com/

 

[YoYoMa]

I'm suspicious... I'd like to see more info.

 

[Sidewinder]

I bought one once and returned it. I didn't trust it. I now carry a First Need filter.

S.

 

[sam3]

you have to suck real, real hard to get water thru it, but it does work as a filter.

 

[YoYoMa]

Originally posted by sam3
you have to suck real, real hard to get water thru it, but it does work as a filter.

That's wouldn't be good for your throat at all, especially for any length of time. If I drink a milkshake at McDonald's too quickly I feel my throat freaking out. I can only imagine this thing for long term.