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Old 04-11-18 | 11:06 AM
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Originally Posted by Witterings
Grabbed one of my daughters water bottles that's a few years old but not as old as mine to compare and guess what .... no smell ... As people have mentioned it's probably to do with better quality plastics being used now.

If I'm after a replacement are they all generally much better these days or is it hit or miss depending upon what you spend? I was looking at a Elite Corsa (have an Elite cage so would probably be a good fit as well) which is quite cheap and if I have to replace it every year doesn't hurt the bank or if I spend a bit more will I likely get something that'll last for years ... if so any recommendations??
Camelbak. I bought one +10 years ago. I don't do anything special. After a ride, I rinse it with plain water, fill it with water, put it in the fridge so it's ready for the next ride. I've never even needed to to use soap or hot water. Zero odor and zero taste. Plus their "Jet Valve" is superior to a push/pull spigot.
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