Gear New: the Platypus Meta Bottle Industry News November 9, 2016 Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Learn More Find out more about how we test products. Seattle based Platypus has released what they're calling the Meta Bottle, something that might be of interest for your EDC. Platatac tells us it will filter 99.9999% of Bacteria and 99.9% of Protozoa, including Giardia, Cryptosporidium, E. coli, Salmonella and Cholera. Here’s what they tell us about it. New: the Platypus Meta Bottle Whether you're traveling, hiking, or moving about town, the Platypus Meta Bottle will quickly become your favorite hydration companion. The easy to use bottle comes apart for easy cleaning, and can be conveniently compacted down to half its size for easy storage and transport. The Platypus Meta Bottle also has an optional Microfilter accessory, which turns the bottle into a personal water filter for safe drinking water in the backcountry. When used as a water filter, the Platypus Meta Bottle ($49.95 USD w/ Microfilter) is both fast and easy. The pump-free design saves time and energy, providing filtered water with a simple “Scoop, close, drink” process—simply unthread the bottom half and use it to scoop water out of the nearest water source, close the bottle, and drink. The hollow fiber Microfilter safely removes 99.9999% of bacteria and 99.9% of protozoa, delivers up to 2 liters of water per minute with a 1,000-liter lifespan, and can be cleaned (restoring flow-rate) by simply shaking the bottle. Prefer more colors or don't need the Microfilter quite yet? Get the .75L ($19.95) or 1L ($21.95) Platypus Meta Bottles. About Platypus in their own words. Platypus is the market leader in creating flexible and versatile hydration solutions. For over two decades, Platypus has produced innovative products that redefine what hydration looks like for active and outdoor use, from creating the flexible water bottle category with the SoftBottle to simplifying life in the backcountry with the gravity-fed GravityWorks filter systems. All Platypus bottles and storage solutions are taste-, BPA-, BPS-, and phthalate-free, and are proudly manufactured in the United States and Ireland. You can find the Meta Bottle here. Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
