Katadyn Hiker Pro Water Filter Avg. Retail Cost $84.95 + tax Our Price $69.00 Recommend for all ages

Product Description Katadyn Hiker Pro Microfilter Water Filter - The Katadyn Hiker PRO is a PUMP STYLE water filter which comes with a removable filter protector to extend cartridge life in challenging conditions. Thanks to quick connect fittings the installation and removal of input and output hoses is easy! It also connects directly to hydration packs with 1/4" drink tubes (i.e. Camelbak). Includes: Prefilter, bottle adapter and carry bag.

Features

Hiker PRO includes a field maintenance kit with cleanable filter protector to extend the cartridge life in challenging conditions Approximately 48 strokes per min. provide 1 liter of clean drinking water Quick-connect fittings permit easy installation and removal of input and output hoses; hoses also connect directly to hydration reservoirs with 0.25 in. drink tubes Filter physically removes particles, protozoa and bacteria down to 0.2 microns in size, including giardia, salmonella, cryptosporidia and others Glass-fiber element is pleated for increased surface area to handle silt and muddy water Activated-carbon core absorbs chemicals and pesticides to improve taste of water To clean filter protector, simply swish it in the water Pre-filter at hose inlet filters to 150 microns, removing larger contaminants before they reach the main filter to increase its life span Ergonomic pump handle is comfortable and easy to pump Katadyn Hiker PRO water filter includes a carry sack and bottle adapter that fits most water bottles Imported.

Check out this comment from Backpacker Magazine's March 2006 Gear Guide issue: "We sent the Hiker Pro on the trail with testers who swore they'd never give up their ultralight, fuss-free chemicals. Then they tried this glass-fiber filter and rediscovered the sweet taste of mountain streams sans chemical aftertaste."