First Need XLE (Elite) retains all the great features of the First Need XL and introduces more robust survivability and extended capacity with a new convenient, sanitary back rinse port, to remove accumulated debris without changing hose connections. The XLE canister is interchangeable with many earlier First Need systems. Removes bacteria, cysts, and viruses. “Direct
First Need XLE (Elite) retains all the great features of the First Need XL and introduces more robust survivability and extended capacity with a new convenient, sanitary back rinse port, to remove accumulated debris without changing hose connections. The XLE canister is interchangeable with many earlier First Need systems. Removes bacteria, cysts, and viruses. “Direct Connect” fits most water bottles and hydration packs. Output: 2.0 qt/min. Cartridge capacity: 180 gal. Wt: 16 oz.
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When your life or enjoying a trip depends on it…..buy this. A little big. A little heavy. But one of only two solutions being sold that filters out organic nasties down to the cyst and virus level.The other, a LifeSaver bottle is 50% more expensive initially but the filter lasts for 1,000 gallons vs the 180 gallons of the Xle filter. On the other hand, the LifeSaver filters are more expensive and have a shelf life of 2 years after you open them. The Xle filters have an unlimited shelf life.The LifeSaver bottle only holds 0.75…
Can’t beat the quality of water output I used to own the same purifier years ago (though an older version) and it was by far the best one out there. After I lost the old one, I bought a new one.- water is the super clear (compared to what my friend’s purifiers would do)- It pumps water faster than other purifiers.- easy to use and pack up- built well, won’t break easily- can be a little heavy but well worth it.I wouldn’t hesitate to buy it again
Haven’t found anything better I love water and I drink enough where I need something that can give me great tasting water in a small amount of time. I have tried multiple water filters and purifiers while hiking and I keep coming back to the First Need XLE. It pumps water fast and is by far the best tasting water I have ever had. It also gives me peace of mind that it purifies the water removing pretty much everything. The only negative is that it is bulky and heavy. Definitely not 16oz. Mine tips the scales at around 22…