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.
471917
It is basically the same straw that comes with the insulated cups. I bought them because I needed one, and shortly after they arrived a straw in another cup broke and it worked for that cup as well.
225892
it's the same as a standard straw, BUT as they are hard (acrylic type) there is no give. For example i have some older tervis cups with older lids that they won't fit thru, but the new tervis lids they will. i would say don't risk it. they are really cool straws though .....hope that helps ;)
1851311
A tidge longer than 9". It is not straight but has slight bend about 3" down much like plastic straws are able to do so that you can angle the straw toward your mouth. I love this straw more now than when I wrote the review and use it all the time. I'm just a straw person!
1448935
The traditional design is solid and substantial enabling me to carry a sufficient amount of water in a single load. The only drawback is that the nozzle is solidly attached and not designed to unscrew. At first I was concerned that the holes on the nozzle head would become clogged, but that hasn't happened. I've had my Behrens for 2 years now and it functions well. Basically, I am more than satisfied. Hope my response is helpful Dave...........good luck!!
1094532
This product comes with an internal straw that attaches to the valve mechanism (also a separate piece) and is slightly narrower than a normal/standard straw. The length is slightly under 5 inches and the opening is about 4 mm. For just learning, this is a slightly more restricted flow which I find is helpful for littles ones. My son sometimes chokes on the products with the larger diameter straws since it allows too much liquid per sip. Love this cup over most of the other ones out there. P.S. The OXO brush set (3 pieces) works well to clean all my straws.
1530460
These straws are similar to a slurpy straw. Just slightly larger than 1/4" but not quite 1/2".
712154
Original ones have a narrow rectangular opening. "Straw-Tek" ones have the amazing straw-insertion technology of the diamond-shaped opening. I was under the impression that they had switched from the original design to exclusively make the ones with the opening that a plastic straw can fit through but have not confirmed this.
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
1062390
Yes. You twist the top part and the straw retracts to keep liquid from spilling out.
470473
Good question. The brand is Karat, not Monster Straw. It might be a good idea to browse the Karat website.
1539164
It is a straw cup, though I have got another color, it shouldn't make any difference. I'm also using the foogo series and don't see any difference. Thermos also has various series for various markets, check the ones for far east, must be better quality and cuter design
1723180
Not the standard type with a straw. Only the Pro Great Stuff, that has the threaded connection.
839808
It is a mixture of flavors. It looks like the same container, but we have a nice variety of straws.
2060715
The straw is rather narrow. However, the opening in the top is large enough for a thicker replacement straw.
1186374
I don't have a tool to really measure it precisely, but my best guess is, it is from the outside. The straws are a bit bigger than your standard straw. After a while you do get used to it. I hope that helps.
2240540
I have it on a standard camelback hose and have had no complaints at all. Used it in a 40 mile hike and worked great.