Is the straw mechanism similar to a Camelback or more like a traditional straw?
255242
There is a silicone straw inside the vessel that attaches to the lid(it is removable for washing) and then the lid has a flip top like straw coming off the top of the lid. This is what you put in your mouth on and sip like a straw. No biting or extra squeezing like a camelback. They work really nice and do not leak.
255243
It is a rectangular flip up sip top ... not a straw. I have never used a Camel-back but I am guessing it is very similar.
255244
It has a hard mouthpiece with a removeable hard rubber shell and internally it has a soft straw leading to the filter which sits at the bottom. It's not like a camelback at all really.
1159206
There is a sipping hole, but it is rounded and could accommodate a normal size straw
828413
this eddy bite valve folds down into a groove on the top lid of the camel bak that has the straw to the bottom of the bottle. If you mean by "the thing" as the little notch/lip on top of this rubber valve (shown hanging down in this picture from each valve) that allows you to tip the valve into an upright position, yes, there is a little notch or lip that your finger can then tip the vale upright and then you bite the valve to open it up a bit and drink up through the straw. These are great. Do not put in dishwasher if you use the dry cycle as they will melt. I have the full set and they are terrific. this eddy bite valve folds down into a groove on the top lid of the camel bak that has the straw to the bottom of the bottle. If you mean by "the thing" as the little notch/lip on top of this rubber valve (shown hanging down in this picture from each valve) that allows you to tip the valve into an upright position, yes, there is a little notch or lip that your finger can then tip the vale upright and then you bite the valve to open it up a bit and drink up through the straw. These are great. Do not put in dishwasher if you use the dry cycle as they will melt. I have the full set... » Read More this eddy bite valve folds down into a groove on the top lid of the camel bak that has the straw to the bottom of the bottle. If you mean by "the thing" as the little notch/lip on top of this rubber valve (shown hanging down in this picture from each valve) that allows you to tip the valve into an upright position, yes, there is a little notch or lip that your finger can then tip the vale upright and then you bite the valve to open it up a bit and drink up through the straw. These are great. Do not put in dishwasher if you use the dry cycle as they will melt. I have the full set and they are terrific. « Show Less
1369705
I prefer this system but really there isn't s comparison. I use Camelback when backpacking. The bite dessert is easier fur me when riding bicycle.
1682476
Yes, the very same only a longer straw. I have a long very thin brush that I clean out the straws with.
1092421
No! I like it put at times the straw is awkward. Very hard plastic and hard to pull up to use.
1796361
Yes, there is a clear straight straw that attaches to the inside of the cap which then opens to the flip up straw. It doesn't bend like on the camelbak.
256429
Yea! The replacement is not for the straws, it's just the filters. You can buy them through amazon right here:Camelbak Groove Accessory Filters (2 Hydration Pack)
2244330
It uses a standard nalgene cap size. I actually use a camelbak eddy cap with mine. It screws on perfectly, you just need to extend the straw with a bit of hose.
1630477
Same here - button with no purpose, one piece, etc. I checked out the Condor website and the specs are:- 2.5L water storage - Screw top cap with carry handle- Large bite valve with lid- Flow shut-off switch- Hanger slots for mounting and drying- ImportNo mention of it although it seems to be in the photo. I looked at the Camelbak at a local shop, but didn't buy because that wasn't a major factor in my decision. Bought the Condor on Amazon with no respect to the interchangeability, but noticed the button, so here I am. You can buy the Camelbak "Hydrolink" pieces on Amazon and swap out with existing mouthpiece, but unlikely avg joe could field-modify the condor to accommodate the different bite valves. Same here - button with no purpose, one piece, etc. I checked out the Condor website and the specs are:- 2.5L water storage - Screw top cap with carry handle- Large bite valve with lid- Flow shut-off switch- Hanger slots for mounting and drying- ImportNo mention of it although it seems to be in the photo. I looked at the Camelbak at a local shop, but didn't buy because that wasn't a major factor in my decision. Bought the Condor on Amazon with no respect to the interchangeability, but noticed the button, so here I am. You can buy the Camelbak... » Read More Same here - button with no purpose, one piece, etc. I checked out the Condor website and the specs are:- 2.5L water storage - Screw top cap with carry handle- Large bite valve with lid- Flow shut-off switch- Hanger slots for mounting and drying- ImportNo mention of it although it seems to be in the photo. I looked at the Camelbak at a local shop, but didn't buy because that wasn't a major factor in my decision. Bought the Condor on Amazon with no respect to the interchangeability, but noticed the button, so here I am. You can buy the Camelbak "Hydrolink" pieces on Amazon and swap out with existing mouthpiece, but unlikely avg joe could field-modify the condor to accommodate the different bite valves. « Show Less
884035
Not sure, but it doesn't work well with a common drinking bottle straw; it's too narrow. Hope this helps.
1403315
It has a fold out spout, but you will need to lift it and tilt your head back to drink from it. It has no straw.
717447
Couldn't tell you exactly but it's a regular straw not the skinny ones used for cocktails or coffee and not super fat like mcdonalds or Starbucks...hope that helps!
1187283
yes. the straw mechanism has two parts, both of which are removable. There is a straight hard straw, and a softer spout that fits into the lid of the bottle. very easy to use and clean.
1838676
The bit valves and straws are easy to find. The cap is much harder. My son broke the plastic part that holds the bite valve, which meant the whole cap needed to be replaced. I could only find it at the camelbak web site: http://shop.camelbak.com/accessories/replacements/bottle/l/322
1642610
I own this product for only six months and never stressed it with high volume of weight. So far it looks good. It handles more (volume-wise) than the previous Camelback I owned. But since I cannot tell you what was the model of the old one, I am not sure this helps. Sorry.
1983869
I don't know about that. Mine didn't work well and we eventually tossed it. (Darn! Wish I'd kept the straw for you!)