All these soft bottles with the push/pull top & a cover over them - how do you not end up getting the dirt from your hands all over the caps?
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This has a decent size threaded cap which would easy to clean. Hope this helps?
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I get a second cap from a sport drink bottle. A old hiker's trick (I'm old hiker) is pull open with front teeth and closed with the palm of hand (clean). Or get a drink tube system with bite valve from Amazon. I hope this helps.
1885159
I don't use the push pull lids, I just unscrew the whole top and drink out of the threaded opening.
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The dishwasher can get hot enough to affect the insulation property of the flask as well as discolor the powder coat. Wash your caps in the dishwasher: All Hydro Flask caps are top-rack dishwasher safe. The cap may last longer if it is hand washed, but if it needs to be deep cleaned, the dishwasher is acceptable. Wash your flask with a bottle brush: You can find a perfect bottle brush in the baby section of most grocery stores. Use the bottle brush as frequently as possible. Use white distilled vinegar for cleaning: You can use household white distilled vinegar to help remove any stains or discoloration on the inside of your flask. We recommend putting cup of vinegar in your flask, gently swirling the vinegar around to wash any affected areas and let sit for 5 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with warm water and repeat if necessary. Use baking soda for cleaning: For those stubborn spots inside your Hydro Flask, mix 2-3 tablespoons of baking soda with a small amount of warm water to form a scrubbing paste. Dip the bristles of your bottle brush in the paste and work paste into affected area on the inside of your flask. Repeat as necessary until stain disappears.
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Dirt can find its way anywhere! I love my hammered case. I am already very mindful of keeping my Mac Book in pristine condition and having the hard case, to me, simply adds a little extra protection. Just treat your computer as you would if it didn't have a case and keep it away from dusty / dirty surfaces and always in its computer bag when not in use and I'm sure you won't have any issues with scratching or unwanted dirt!
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I've been using these products for years and have never had a problem with the caps. I also put them in the dishwasher upside down with the valve open.
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I don't have this problem, so I can't help you. I empty the bottle immediately after each ride and leave the top off until I fill it again. I also never close the valve, since the bottle sits upright in my bike rack holder.
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I haven't looked for caps. I put my bottles on top rack & wash in dishwasher.
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Great question! I was concerned about that when I first got mine. I have three of these that are used for community functions. My solution was to take a latex glove, scrub the outside, turn it inside out and scrub the inside to make sure it is clean, then cut the fingers off and use the small one to slide over the top spout. That works great for me!
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I agree with Jennifer. I have arthritis in my hands and am no stranger to having difficulty turning caps. These were n more difficult than others, tho I have a round rubber circle that was made for such tasks an it works fine. Also we pour the oil into a pretty decanter with a stopper. It shows off the oil and looks very pretty. We keep it out of the sun tho.
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There is a velcro tab (at the end of the fabric that runs from the pouch beneath the bottle). It's adjustable, to accommodate different size hands. Once the velcro is loosened, the bottle slides out from the circle at the top (with the drink spout removed). Sounds harder than it is - it's actually very easy.
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Carefully pull the top straight off. If you pull it off to quickly, you will spill anything that is inside.
52584
Turn the bottles so they curve in - then you won't hit them. A bit harder to pull out while running but not a big issue.
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We have just used a soft brush to keep them clean. They could be scotch guarded if you think it is necessary. We don't have young children. I hope this helps you
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This is the ONLY feature of the bottle that I have a complaint about. Nine of ten times that I pour a couple ounces of milk in my coffee, there is one dribble that runs down the neck of the bottle. I always dutifully wipe it away. I try various methods of prevention, but have yet to succeed. In an earlier post, I begged other users to alert me to any "tricks" that might help, asking, "Is it in the wrist?" Perhaps using real cream instead of 4% milk? Filing the inside edge of the bottle's neck? I would LOVE to hear more discussion about this.
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I have not tried any other cap. Having so many bottles I don't worry about the cap! I also put bottle on top rack of dishwasher & cap in silver wear container.
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I use a combination of baking soda and water to clean the bottle. I just let them sit for a while and that usually does the trick. I hear vinegar works too.
957011
I put liter bottles on mine. they actually go upside down on the stick to drain them out. There isn't any specific place for the caps though. Make sure you pay attention to the dimensions of the tray. It is rather large and takes up a bit of counter space so if your space is limited you may want to reconsider. I ended up taking mine off the counter for this issue.
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If you've already given it a good scrub with a bottle brush and warm soap water, try mixing a quarter cup of vinegar and 3-4 tablespoons of baking soda in warm water and let it soak overnight. Often the problem is in the cap. Make sure you pop your cap apart and really scrub it well, including around the tiny o-ring on the removable part of the cap. You can also soak any cap overnight in the same mixture of vinegar and baking soda you use for soaking the bottle.