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Platypus Hydration Pack

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  • 08-09-2008 10:18am
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    Cabaal
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    Got a 2ltr platypus pack during the weekend and I have to say there's a awful taste of plastic from the unit, its not from the bag itself and it appears to be from the mouth piece.

    Any suggestions how I can get rid of the after taste?


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    testicle
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    Fill it with whisky


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    BeardyGit
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    Just use it. It won't last long.

    I write from recent personal experience.


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    Gillo
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    Yeah after the first few use's it'll go, in the mean time try using it with a bit of Robinson's / Kiora (sp?) and that'll help cover the taste.


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    Cabaal
    Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators, Regional South East Moderators Posts: 28,475 Mod ✭✭✭✭Cabaal


    I've socked the mouth piece in water over the night so hoping that might help get rid of it after a few soaks, sure I'll see how it goes.


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    BeardyGit
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    And a storage tip would be to either stick it in the freezer (empty) when you're done using it, or half fill with water and about a thimble full of Milton fluid. Rinse thoroughly and refill before use obviously. I've done both in the past and have had hydration bladders last several years without trouble.

    Gil


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    Cabaal
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    soaking seems to have worked, taste is still there but no where near as bad I guess it'll improve with usage...atleast its usable now :)

    thanks for the tips


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    redelephant
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    I second the advice about the milton. The tubing on the first platypus I bought ended up with black mould type stuff inside it after a month. With the second one I soak it in milton/water after use and it's fine after a year.


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    dogmatix
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    Thats why I avoid Platypus - i've heard about the aftertaste thingy. I've had a few Camelbaks down through the years and never had any taste problems even from new.


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    Cabaal
    Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators, Regional South East Moderators Posts: 28,475 Mod ✭✭✭✭Cabaal


    dogmatix wrote: »
    Thats why I avoid Platypus - i've heard about the aftertaste thingy. I've had a few Camelbaks down through the years and never had any taste problems even from new.

    I wouldn't mind but I had the choice and went for the platy, oh well...after taste isn't as bad now so atleast thats something. Live and learn I guess :)


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