Overview:
We’ve all been there: do I bring a water bottle or a Camelbak? Certain water bottles and hydration systems are ideal for certain activities. Hydration systems are not ideal for most cold weather activities because the exposed hose will freeze, cutting off your supply too much needed water. And then there are other times:  you’re shredding inbounds or perhaps on a quick mountain bike ride and  you don’t want to lug around a large pack of water. You need something quick, easy and portable that can address a variety of activities in a variety of conditions. The Vapur Anti-Water Bottle—a compressible plastic bladder made to roll up for convenient storage when empty—is the answer for hydration woes.

The Test:
I simply rolled up the empty Vapur Element and secured it with the plastic carabiner and slid the 1L container into my outerwear pant pocket and headed to Aspen Mountain for some early season runs. When I became thirsty I popped into the SunDeck lodge, screwed off the cap and filled the Vapur with water. Instead of taking my usual couple gulps from a water fountain, I was able to drink the full liter. I filled up again at the bottom of the mountain and enjoyed refreshment on the gondola ride up. I stayed well hydrated all day, which is especially important during winter months in the Rockies. Plus, I was well prepared for a proper apres session.

Rating
5 (out of 5)

Design: This product is well thought out, plus it is made with BPA free plastic. +1  
Style: The Element color choices are muy cute.+1
Durability: The plastic is made to be rolled up and smooshed, so it’s safe to say it’ll stand the test of time.+1 
Performance: This is the one-quiver water carrier, stuff in your pocket or avi pack. +1
*Innovation: Vapur addresses an all too common problem of a bulky water bottle or exposed hydration hose. +1

*Price Point: For the convenience of the Vapur Element, $12 is peanuts!

Buy Vapur Element for $12.