Need clarification: These straws appear to have a stopper almost towards the middle of the straw. Some reviewers say movable, rubber, plastic...which is it??? Also does the stopper sit in the cup/liquid under the lid to prevent it from coming out or is it just sorta in the middle of the straw on top of the lid? Please help with detailed clarification. Thanks! Need clarification: These straws appear to have a stopper almost towards the middle of the straw. Some reviewers say movable, rubber, plastic...which is it??? Also does the stopper sit in the... » Read More Need clarification: These straws appear to have a stopper almost towards the middle of the straw. Some reviewers say movable, rubber, plastic...which is it??? Also does the stopper sit in the cup/liquid under the lid to prevent it from coming out or is it just sorta in the middle of the straw on top of the lid? Please help with detailed clarification. Thanks! « Show Less
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The straws have hard plastic stoppers built in, they are NOT moveable. They are a LOT closer to the bottom (not really in the middle at all). An the stopper sits in the cup so that the straw doesn't come flying out.
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The "stoppers" actually will move. They slide up or down the length of the straw which makes it a very nice feature when putting these in the dishwasher. We leave the straw in the cover and adjust the straw so that when the cover is on the piece then bends over on the top rack the straw does not hit the top of the dishwasher when pushing the tray in and the arm below does not hit the end sticking down through. I have two packages of these -hold the straw with one hand and use the other to move the stopper/ring.
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My straws I just received have the stoppers about 3.5" from the bottom, they can not be moved.
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The straw has a stopper that is closer to one end of the straw. I use the straw with the stopper in the cup to keep my straw from coming out of the top, but I have seen others use it toward the sucking end of the straw ... guess you can do what you want. But mine don't move from what I can tell. Hope this helps.
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down in the cup to keep the straw from being pulled out by kids, etc. These straws are hard plastic and break if a kid bites them...I don't like them and would find a more flexible version.
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No, these do not have "straws" and a folding spout top. These have an autoseal type valve with a lever on the back side of the lid. There is a handle which folds down and out of the way. These work wonderfully and do not leak from the valve or the lid gasket. They are insulated though not recommended for hot drinks. Also of note is that they can "spit" a bit if you're going into higher altitudes like from sea level to the mountains. The straw type bottles made by this company are called Sheffield bottles. They also work well and do not leak. The straw type does require more work to suck up your drink. You can use the straw type without the straw, but, you then have to tip the bottle, you still have to suck to get your drink and they also may squeak when sucking.
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The one I have doesn't come with a straw inside...it has a plastic/rubber stopper to ensure it doesn't leak everywhere, but no internal straw.
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Hi Derick, Unfortunately this tumbler does not have a stopper for the drinking spout. In addition, the lid does not lock onto the the body of the glass. I have used my glass since last year and have had great success with it as my everyday coffee and tea mug. I hope this helps. Joe
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I have the LL Bean and another Stainless steel travel mug. The straw fits through the sippy part because it is flexible. It reaches the bottom fine and the top part sort of bends outwards as in the picture. I have had no problem using it in the tall travel mugs. I was told you can actually add two together to make them longer, but I have never tried o it or had to do that. They are easy to clean. I separate them and clean them with warm soapy water. I was tired of the plastic throw any straws and the plastic taste. These are very nice and I have bought two packs. I like the pink and hope maybe more color options are available soon. I have the LL Bean and another Stainless steel travel mug. The straw fits through the sippy part because it is flexible. It reaches the bottom fine and the top part sort of bends outwards as in the picture. I have had no problem using it in the tall travel mugs. I was told you can actually add two together to make them longer, but I have never tried o it or had to do that. They are easy to clean. I separate them and clean them with warm soapy water. I was tired of the plastic throw any straws and the plastic taste. These are very nice and I have bought two packs. I like the pink and hope... » Read More I have the LL Bean and another Stainless steel travel mug. The straw fits through the sippy part because it is flexible. It reaches the bottom fine and the top part sort of bends outwards as in the picture. I have had no problem using it in the tall travel mugs. I was told you can actually add two together to make them longer, but I have never tried o it or had to do that. They are easy to clean. I separate them and clean them with warm soapy water. I was tired of the plastic throw any straws and the plastic taste. These are very nice and I have bought two packs. I like the pink and hope maybe more color options are available soon. « Show Less
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Hi there. I'm out of time but compared to most straws you buy in supermarket, etc they are taller for sure ( for room to bend!!) and just a bit more around.
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There's no straw inside. It is not completely spill-proof, and even with the valve some leakage occurs. It's also hard to drink out of it when the valve is in, honestly, not the best design - we don't use this one, it's just sitting in the cupboard...
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Patricia, I bought these straws thinking the same thing. What I found out was,,,they were a little too large in diameter. It took alot of effort to get the milk shake up to your mouth thru the straw because of the size. Sonic used to have the perfect size for milkshakes, but recently, they have started using a smaller straw which doesn't work at all. If you can find one a little smaller than the one you're looking at, you'll be better off. Bob
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There is a small top part to the straw, that if your child were to unscrew the cups lid and pull the straw apart, it could be a choking hazard. I haven't read the review you are talking about but that's the only part I can think of that could pose a risk. However, I never even considered it a choking hazard. Also, having a 2-piece straw is not uncommon for this type of bottle (our CamelBack bottles have something similar but better/bigger).
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The straw tip is made of rubber and folds down closed. Under the cap it connects to the plastic straw, which is removable.
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Yes, as a matter of fact, the spring loaded flap on the lid that closes when the straw is removed also keeps the straw from moving around on its own. I just shook an empty tumbler with the straw inside and the straw never moved or made a sound, even without any liquid in the glass. This is a great tumbler!
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Mine are bent so they are easy to use! I love them because I felt wasteful using plastic straws all the time. The grandkids will think they are cool, too.
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I have the clear one and yes the straw is pretty much intact and doesn't move around. :)
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The straw is open but it requires the child to pull like any other straw. The cup is nice my only complaint is that my son usually prefers to drink from the bottom of the cup lol, and once the cup is open and the straw exposed the liquid usually falls out. But the cup is very strong and there's a place for adults to press if the child is unable to pull properly from the straw. Hope this helps.
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Haven't knocked mine over "yet" so I filled it with water, put the straw in the lid and turned it on its side to test it. Water came out of the minimal area around the straw. A rubber gasket holds the lid on very tightly, but there is no gasket around the straw area. Water will leak at that point only. I love this tumbler and use it as much as possible.
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That is exactly what they are. The two I got have a slot on the side of the lid with a tiny little vent hole on the other side. It's big enough for a straw, but small enough that you don't dribble if you drink directly from the cup.