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Man using Sawyer water filter to purify water outdoors; woman sits on grass nearby in mountains.
Media Mentions
Backpackers.com: The 2023 Desert-Ready Gear Guide
We put together a list of essential gear to help make your desert adventure a more enjoyable and safer experience.
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March 31, 2023
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Orange tent on grassy hill at sunset with mountains and colorful sky in the background.
Media Mentions
BackPackers: The Best Outdoor Brands of 2020
The Best Outdoor Brands of 2020
Backpackers
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September 16, 2021
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Sawyer MINI Water Filter with squeeze bag, cleaning syringe, and text describing it as a budget backpacking gift under $25.
Reviews
Backpackers.com: The Best Gifts for Backpackers 2018
We’ve split the products into Budget Gifts, Mid-Range Gifts, High-End Gifts, and Big Ticket Gifts.
Backpackers
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September 16, 2021
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Man using a Sawyer water filter attached to a hydration pack hose near a mountain lake.
Here at Sawyer
Award: Backpackers' Budget Pick for the Ultralight Backpacker
The Sawyer MINI’s tiny stature, minimal weight, and very affordable price what make it our Budget Pick for the Ultralight Backpacker.
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September 16, 2021
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Backpacker with large blue backpack and cap standing on trail looking at snow-capped mountains.
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Backpackers: The Best Outdoor Holiday Gifts for 2020
101+ Gifts for Hikers: Unique Gifts for Any Budget [2020 Guide]
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September 16, 2021
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Person in red hoodie stands near campfire with blue tent, chairs, and picnic table in forest clearing.
Tips & Guides
Backpackers: The Backyard Camping Guide for Quarantine
The backyard camping guide for quarantine by Backpackers
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September 16, 2021
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