David Slone

When emergencies cause panic and grocery stores sell out, one of the first things that most people worry about is losing access to clean water. It’s one of the most important parts of our daily lives, but we often don’t give it much thought. Even under normal circumstances, the water we drink is often contaminated … Read more

Choosing a high-quality water softener for well water can be a challenging task because not many people need to know that much about them, but if you have a well filled with hard water, you know how important it is to find one. These devices are relatively expensive and will require installation, so it makes … Read more

Alkaline has become a bit of a buzz word when it comes to water. Health enthusiasts have been touting the benefits of alkaline water for a few years now and it’s starting to catch on with the mainstream public. Maybe you’ve decided to try some alkaline water for yourself and see what the buzz is … Read more

There was a time when, if you wanted water on a run, you had to carry a bottle in your hand. Some people still live like we’re in those dark ages, but for the rest of us, hydration packs have made running much more comfortable and they make it easier to stay hydrated. But not … Read more

Did you know that two out of ten household’s tap water tests positive for pharmaceuticals? More than just pharmaceuticals, our drinking water is contaminated with cysts, lead, chlorine, and more. Many people purchase water filters such as filter pitchers and faucet filters to try to deal with the problem. But if you have a GE … Read more

Backpacking requires you to carry everything you need to survive for days or weeks at a time in a single pack on your back. While you’re out in nature on your journey, you’ll need to eat and hydrate. While you may find water, it won’t be drinkable unless you purify or filter it. Since you’re … Read more

Have you ever moved into a new house and thought the water tasted funny? Tap water can be full of unwanted substances such as chemicals like chlorine, sediment, VOCs, and more. All of these can ruin the taste and smell of your drinking water. So, what’s the solution? Activated carbon water filters are great at … Read more

Our drinking water goes through water treatment plants that reduce the number of dangerous contaminants. But after traveling through our old and breaking-down infrastructure, the water can be full of unwanted impurities by the time it reaches your sink faucet. Lead, mercury, chlorine, Giardia and more can be commonly found in the tap water in … Read more

Longtime ravers and festivalgoers know that if you want to party hard all night long, you’ve got to party smart, too! More than anything, this means staying properly hydrated while you travel, dance, and explore the festival grounds or dance floor. Choosing a great hydration pack is the best step you can take to ensure … Read more

When preparing for the Spartan races, you may have questions about what is the best brand of hydration pack to use. There are many brands of hydration pack available, but some will make completing the races even more challenging, while others will make it easier, or at least stay out of the way. We have … Read more