Which leak proof bottles ?!?!

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joss
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by joss

I hate leaking bottles, so what bottles are leak proof?
Elite Fly look nice and are light but I am done with them.

I like to use bottles which are offered in at least 2 sizes. About 700-750ml and about 900-950ml.
Also they should be clear or "smoked" and with a black cap. The less logos the better :)
Just hit me with all your suggetions :)

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gloscherrybomb
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by gloscherrybomb

I'm a big fan of the ever-common tacx bottles.

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by joss

gloscherrybomb wrote:
Thu Oct 10, 2024 5:15 pm
I'm a big fan of the ever-common tacx bottles.
Tacx Shiva? Not a fan but I also think the biggest size is 750ml

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Nohands83
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by Nohands83

Never had any issues with Camelbak

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by BdaGhisallo

Nohands83 wrote:
Thu Oct 10, 2024 5:32 pm
Never had any issues with Camelbak
Same here. No issues with the Camelbak podium bottles and tops.

joss
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by joss

Sadly the biggest Camelbak is only 710ml :(

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by Tifosiphil

I used to like the Specialized Purist. Not sure on current size/colour options though

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Nohands83
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by Nohands83

You might be able to use the camelbak 'tops' with a larger bottle

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by joss

Nohands83 wrote:
Mon Oct 14, 2024 10:25 am
You might be able to use the camelbak 'tops' with a larger bottle
What larger bottles are you referring to?

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Tifosiphil wrote:
Mon Oct 14, 2024 9:06 am
I used to like the Specialized Purist. Not sure on current size/colour options though
2nd that. Shake before you close (small amount of liquid of course before fully filling it) helps a lot to keep it leakproof.

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by LouisN

+ 1 on the Specialized purist or little big mouth bottle. I get a lot of miles from these bottles. Hand washing will help them last longer without leaking. I prefer the "standard" lid, better IMO if you want two consecutive sips. Hate the watergate, fixy or Moflo lids.
Louis :)

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by harblhat

My Purist Moflo bottle nozzles always seem to get air caught in them when closing, making them unable to close all the way. Pushing as hard as I can doesn't always solve it and they open themselves later.

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by TobinHatesYou

harblhat wrote:
Wed Oct 16, 2024 1:34 am
My Purist Moflo bottle nozzles always seem to get air caught in them when closing, making them unable to close all the way. Pushing as hard as I can doesn't always solve it and they open themselves later.

Squeeze the bottle slightly and then close the nozzle while you release your grip to create a vacuum.

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by mdeth1313

I had no luck with specialized purist bottles - they leaked like crazy. Followed recs from fellow riders to use the new camelbak podium bottles and haven't had an issue since.
Speedplay is the devil!

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Juanmoretime
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by Juanmoretime

Another Camelbak Podium user for years. Love the bottles. You just need to make sure the top in tight and no water or sticky gunk on your bike, gloves or you.

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