Makes Hydration dangerously easy
344419
This Water bottle is the bees knees. Although I have no idea what is so great about bees or even if they have knees. Assuming bees do have knees, and that their knees are wicked awesome and can store and delivery beverages, than I stick to my assessment of this water bottle being just that, the bees knees.

What I enjoy most about drinking chilled whiskey out of this is the spout. I have played as a goaltender in Ice Hockey for 18years and I know my way around a water bottle or two. Traditionally you have to pull up the stopper on the spout and then squeeze the bottle as water sprays all over you and your children as you struggle to wet your throat. Gatorade takes it to a whole other level, Similar to that guy at your office who always tell uncomfortable racist jokes, except this water bottle isn't named Ryan and it doesn't tell jokes. The spout on the bottle is self sealing and the moment the interior pressure of the bottle exceeds the pressure on the exterior the spout opens to release whatever liquid is inside. That means no more fumbling around with those little tips on the old school bottles, which allows more time for getting wet and less time waiting in tingling anticipation.

In addition it is made of nice thick plastic, none of that "save the planet" nonsense where manufacturers produce thin plastic products to "reduce waste"... let's be honest, the only reason a company uses less materials in production is to directly decrease the cost of the materials used to produce it, less plastic equal less money, but it also equals poor flimsy quality.  The plastic of the bottle is also perfect on the firmness scale... It is not super squishy like a Pomeranian who was just blow dried like the older all white water bottles with black tops which most sports teams used to use, but it also is as hard as... well you can use your own analogy for something that is very hard. The bottles are soft enough to compress to get the liquid out, but firm enough to grip without spraying liquid everywhere like a dog in heat.

Overall this is the best water bottle I have owned.
2059725
I absolutely love my Simple Hydration bottle.  I got one last summer. The size is perfect for most runs because you can refill if you need more water but it's not so big that it's cumbersome.  You can slide it into the waistband of your shorts or running skirt in the back and will find that you don't even notice its there.  Put some ice in the bottle in the Summer for an extra special cooling sensation.
3242077
Fits perfectly with a standard wide-mouth Nalgene and makes pumping fresh water much easier. Handling the intake tube and swatting away insects in the wild left me with plenty to do along the river pumping water, but with an attached water bottle I never worried I was going to tip over my fresh water and ruin any progress.
622010
When I first got this, I loaded it with water and took the mutt out for a walk. I have many hydration belts/backpacks, and hands down this is the most comfortable that I've used. It has 2 zippered compartments to store keys, phone (love this feature), wallet, etc. The bottles surprisingly keep water chilled for a long time, and having two bottles is more balanced than one. The bottles are easily accessible, easy to drink from, and easy to replace on the go.

Now to the negative: The first run I went on wearing this belt on probably left some people wishing that I would have run in privacy. Yep, with the weight of 12 oz of water and my phone, it pulled my pants off. I'm not easily embarrassed, but If you are, I highly recommend tightening the belt, and them some. Even with the belt tightened all the way, it still wanted to sag. I'm going to try and modify it for a better fit, but out of the box  it just doesn't cut it. 12 oz of water honestly goes too quickly.

I'd recommend this for someone going on a hike, or short run (30 minutes or less). I could also see using this in an organized run where watering stations are available, but you might need hydration between watering stations.

Overall, I like it and it is an alternative to the other packs that I use. Having to make modifications out of the box caused this a star.

As a full disclosure, I received this discounted product in exchange for a honest, unbiased review.
4356326
My wife and I were planning a trip to Yosemite to do some hiking and overnight camping when the issue of water came into play.  Since were hiking about 8 miles into the backcountry of Yosemite, we really didn't want to lug gallons of water into our packs.  At first I looked into filtration systems but most seemed expensive and bulky.  I began seeing the steripen pop up in the "customers also looked for..." and decided to give it a shot.  Yosemite in July has several rivers, streams, and creeks that we were able to draw from.  In fact, the crystal clear water from snow melt probably was safe to drink but we zapped it with the Steripen as well and drank it.  The water was cold, refreshing, and tasted like "bottled water."  It was nice to bring a nalgene bottle and refill whenever we crossed streams.  It saved a lot of weight and space in our pack.  For those going into the backcountry, this is a very useful tool.  Obviously, it doesn't filter particles but you can use a clean cloth to get rid of the big stuff.  It's safe and potable, that's what matters.  Just make sure you pack extra AA batteries and keep them dry.  My steripen lasted the entire trip on the same batteries; I must have used the pen at least 20 times.
2166745
The Contigo bottles are great, the straw and flow of the bottle actually makes me drink more than I usually do so I'm staying hydrated. Unfortunately I've consumed too much water. I've gained about 300 pounds in water weight. Fearful I may burst my family has had to go around the house putting padding on anything sharp. Last night I fell off the toilet and rolled down stairs and right out the door. A passing motorist had to roll me back into my yard. As a lay in the lawn all I could think while I tried to rock myself back on my feet was how amazingly hydrated I am thanks to this bottle. Thank you Contigo.
4352295
I'm a big water drinker and this bottle has made life SO much easier! The bite-to-drink top was a little strange to me at first and took a little getting used to until I was able to get plenty of water per sip, but it didn't take long and is really a great design! I literally take it everywhere with me and get a ton of use out of it (about 4-5 refills a day since September or October) - I would recommend it to everyone, whether you already drink tons of water (ESPECIALLY if you are a disposable water bottle drinker, in which case you should really be switching to something more eco-friendly like this) or are trying to get more water into your daily diet. Having it around with you WILL make you drink more, just because it's there. I accidentally dropped mine from a desk and one of the things that connects the straw to the top broke, but it still works - just leaks a little. That's my fault though. I haven't treated my bottle very well and it has held up so well.
4972042
This is likely the best-insulated product I have ever used in my life. I drink a ton of water, living in San Antonio, TX I carry ice water with me everywhere I go. Sadly, this usually results in my throwing out a cup of warm water at an early point in my errands when my drink gets cooked in the car or even becomes tepid in my bag. With my Releaf Canteen, ice will last unmelted for well over 24 hours, I just need to keep adding fresh water as I drink it. This canteen comes with two lids, one traditional canteen style and the other a flip straw lid. Both work well and are easily removed and replaced. The steel is super tough and I have no qualms about throwing it into my trunk, across the yard, or whatever I need to do or am too clumsy to relocate properly. Both my son and my boyfriend have tried to "borrow" it and I will likely be making a few more purchases soon.

I received this product at a discount for my honest and unbiased review, I am in no way obligated to provide only positive feedback. All of the opinions above are truly my own.

***UPDATE JULY 25, 2016*****
Still using this every day including a cross-country road trip and a camping trip LOVE this canteen
418239
This has helped me drink more water than I've ever been able to consume prior!
2220111
Have some health issues due to dehyration, so I thought back to my childhood days of getting a glass of ice cold water out of the fridge. Instant flashback, when I poured my first glass, and I'm getting my minimum 2L per day, using this. The little ridges on the side really help to hold it. Perfecto. Will probably order another.  The cap comes with a safety ring installed, I was unaware of, at first. Once you remove that outer edge ring on the cap, it's MUCH easier to use. Drink up!
2821426
Love this stuff, make drinking water a breeze
4847627
I've had this belt for over a year now and it is my go to for hydration while on my long runs, though I am thinking of upgrading to a belt with more bottles.  It provides everything I need, water, a place to hold my keys and my fuel (GU) while on the go.  The bottles pull in and out easily and the belt has held up through multiple races and has gone through the washing machine multiple times.  Great way to upgrade your hydration and fuel game.
3589651
As a habitual coffee drinking devil dog, I was looking for a fast, convenient,  easy way to increase my daily H2O consumption rate.  I needed something that would keep me accountable, all while aiding to my inherent laziness to grab whatever is closest and keep me having to run to the water jug every 5 seconds for a refill, and this jug just so happens to fit that bill.  The construction itself isn't something you would necessarily recommend trying to drop from the top of a 5 story building and expecting it to survive; however, for an item susceptible to the hazards of everyday, normal use it will hold up.  The cap allows for easy screw-on removal and application and thus far, I haven't noticed any leaks.  Also, it's a gallon so you can literally fill it up in the morning and then visually track how much water you are drinking throughout the day without having to refill out all of the time.  Basically, it was exactly expected and what I wanted.  Nothing to fancy - but a good, reliable, plastic gallon water jug and that will provide excellent hydration whenever needed :)
3160656
I've purchased three different types of hydration packs. And after buying the non-brand name twice, this is one item I say buy the original.  The design has quick disconnects at all the fittings, making removal of the bladder for cleaning and/or drying out easier.  The locking system for the opening is nearly foolproof, making filling easy.  Although several have wider openings like the Camelbak, the locking systems are typically screw fittings that leak or are extremely difficult to line up and close without cross threading.

This bag has several pockets and openings are large enough to make it ideal for day hikes, jogging or exploring your favorite theme park (tested in Florida).  This model has a clip for holding the tube secure while not in use.  Definitely recommended.
3327108
I love my new Infuser water bottle. I am not really big on drinking water but this cup has made it so much easier. Knowing all I have to do it cut up my choice of fruits, put them in the infuser and fill up twice every day; I drink 64 ounces in not time. It is easy to use, I have had no problems with leakage or anything. Great product I am actually considering to purchase for a few family members and friends.
4703571
The Nathan HPL #008 has been perfect so far, during a month of usage.  I use it when I run 6 miles or longer.  It is absolutely necessary for me when I do my long runs on the weekends, going out for 1 1/2 hours or more.  I recently did a Half-Marathon run, where I tried to depend on hydration stations exclusively.  Unfortunately, it was terribly hot and humid day, the stations were mobbed, the little cups were not filled all the way, and I had to keep stopping and starting.  Ultimately, I became dehydrated, walking the last 1/2 mile.  The Nathan hydration vest is comfortable, flexible, and easy to use, clean, and drink water while running.  I find I barely notice the weight of the water, even when filled.  It is such a relief to know I can sip water so easily throughout the run, without the added energy depleting effort of taking a water bottle out of the belt, dropping it (which I have in the past) or having multiple bottles on my waste.  It is clearly a preference, but the little pockets are perfectly sized, the hose feels like it is part of you, and the ease of use is outstanding.  If you are a runner who is doing this level of running, training for a Half or FULL marathon, don't hesitate... BUY IT.  You won't regret it!!
3310562
i love this.

i use it at work and at the gym to make sure that i am hydrating as much as i really need to.