Water Jugs?? What do you use?
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WeLikeCamping
Explorer
I've always got extra crates laying around.
CaliMobber
Adventurer
I just got one of these, I like how it sits lower and has a small lean forward to get more water out. Though Im not very impressed with the wheel feature since the handle does not lock and it want to stand up all the time.
Its like most reliance jugs. The cap has a spigot on the inside that you turn to the outside when using
Its like most reliance jugs. The cap has a spigot on the inside that you turn to the outside when using
AlanLoshbaugh
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LandCruiserPhil
Expedition Leader
Over the years I have used several types of water storage my latest go to is Water Bricks...love them
http://www.waterbrick.org/
http://www.waterbrick.org/
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OCD Overland
Explorer
Great tip - thanks!
dr_r2r
Observer
Thinking of getting one. Any thoughts?
https://www.menards.com/main/outdoors/gardening/shop-all-lawn-plant-care/chapin-outfitters-15-gallon-atv-spot-tank-sprayer/p-2708638-c-10116.htm
https://www.menards.com/main/outdoors/gardening/shop-all-lawn-plant-care/chapin-outfitters-15-gallon-atv-spot-tank-sprayer/p-2708638-c-10116.htm
vanvliet22
New member
Anyone have any experience with Rotopax? I've used them for fuel before. Assuming they would work just as well for water.
robgendreau
Explorer
I think there was a review elsewhere, maybe in the bike section? If you need that shape, and can afford 'em, they'd work. I prefer ones that can be cleaned more easily, and are bigger, but YMMV. If you find out more details about the type of plastic they used, post up. I'm curious.
LandCruiserPhil
Expedition Leader
They only offer a 2 gal dedicated to water
From the web site:
White Water container only, mounting kit sold separately, Spout included, Made in the USA
Roto-molded water can that is durable with thicker walls and stronger construction make it leak-proof along with a sure seal gasket to guarantee your spout wont leak or vibrate loose. Rotopax are the only EPA and CARB compliant containers available for sale in the United States. This is thanks to a patented three layer Roto-Molding process, along with specialty formulated plastic barrier material to meet the governments new extremely low permeability requirements.
From the web site:
White Water container only, mounting kit sold separately, Spout included, Made in the USA
Roto-molded water can that is durable with thicker walls and stronger construction make it leak-proof along with a sure seal gasket to guarantee your spout wont leak or vibrate loose. Rotopax are the only EPA and CARB compliant containers available for sale in the United States. This is thanks to a patented three layer Roto-Molding process, along with specialty formulated plastic barrier material to meet the governments new extremely low permeability requirements.
Antichrist
Expedition Leader
The one on the right is for water, obviously.
If I want ice water on tap I use one of these. Galvanized exterior and stainless steel liner. Holds 5 gallons.
If I want ice water on tap I use one of these. Galvanized exterior and stainless steel liner. Holds 5 gallons.
luckyjoe
Adventurer
I do the same for our Scout Troop. When laid on their side, two 7gal. Reliance jugs will also fit in those large/long igloo coolers. I do this in Winter, throw in a hand warmer, and the water will not freeze overnight in sub-zero temps.
For my personal use I have three plastic NATO water jugs.
stioc
Expedition Leader
I have most of them- Aqua Trainers (7gal and 2.5gal), 5gal Scepter US military spec cans, Rotopax, MSR dromedary bags, Camelbaks. Over time I've come to realize I'm always struggling with room/weight when the whole family is along for a 3+ day trip so having the larger hard-sided water containers just doesn't work for me. I've gone down to this setup and has been working well so far:
1. 10L MSR dromedary bag (2.5gal) on the rear floorboard or anywhere I can find the room for it, very flexible, literally
2. 2gal RotoPax (along with a 3gal Rotopax fuel container)
3. 100oz Camelbak reservoir hanging behind my seat from the headrest, perfect for while driving
4. 100oz Camelbak Mule, perfect for the quick day hikes
5. 50oz Camelbak for the 10yo, perfect for the hikes
Plus a couple of Nalgenes in 32oz sizes for around the campsite use. Extra water is always good but give or take we have about 7 gals of water and usually more than what we end up using (2 adults, one child and one dog). I may get another 10L MSR bladder and sell off my other containers.
1. 10L MSR dromedary bag (2.5gal) on the rear floorboard or anywhere I can find the room for it, very flexible, literally
2. 2gal RotoPax (along with a 3gal Rotopax fuel container)
3. 100oz Camelbak reservoir hanging behind my seat from the headrest, perfect for while driving
4. 100oz Camelbak Mule, perfect for the quick day hikes
5. 50oz Camelbak for the 10yo, perfect for the hikes
Plus a couple of Nalgenes in 32oz sizes for around the campsite use. Extra water is always good but give or take we have about 7 gals of water and usually more than what we end up using (2 adults, one child and one dog). I may get another 10L MSR bladder and sell off my other containers.
Happy Joe
Apprentice Geezer
I used to use, metal, 5L, French wine tins; they fit well in jerry can carriers over the rear fender wells of a Jeep CJ.
Recently I have gone back to Scepter 5 and 10 L cans; 5 liter for in tent water, two 10 liter, one black for solar (warmer) water for potable and washing purposes.
There is usually a GI canteen in or two in/near the front seat for, on the move, road/trail sips.
Enjoy!
Recently I have gone back to Scepter 5 and 10 L cans; 5 liter for in tent water, two 10 liter, one black for solar (warmer) water for potable and washing purposes.
There is usually a GI canteen in or two in/near the front seat for, on the move, road/trail sips.
Enjoy!