{"product_id":"lifestraw-water-filter","title":"LifeStraw Water Filter","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"std\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LifeStraw personal water filter, a \u003cspan\u003e\"Best Invention of the Year\" (Time magazine) \u003c\/span\u003ewinner, enables users to drink water safely from contaminated water sources. LifeStraw is ideal for homeowners during emergencies such as local flooding which can contaminate drinking water supplies. LifeStraw is also ideal for campers and hikers who may be drinking from rivers or lakes and are unsure of the water safety. Because LifeStraw is lightweight and compact, it is also great for travelers who do not want to rely on the quality of local water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLifeStraw is the most advanced personal water filter available today. LifeStraw surpasses EPA guidelines for E. coli, Giardia, and Cryptosporidium oocysts, rigorous standards for water filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEartheasy is the official wholesale distributor and retail launch partner for LifeStraw, which as of September 2011 is now available for US and Canadian customers to purchase.Lifestraw Since 2005, LifeStraw has been used in developing countries to assist in achieving the United Nations’ Millennium Development Goals for clean drinking water. We’re excited to help launch this useful product in North America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilters up to 1,000 liters (264 gallons) of water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemoves 99.9999% of waterborne bacteria (\u0026gt;LOG 6 reduction)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemoves 99.9% of waterborne protozoan parasites (\u0026gt;LOG 3 reduction)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduces turbidity, filtering down to 0.2 microns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltralight: weighs only 2oz!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoes NOT use iodine or iodinized resin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContains no chemicals (and is BPA-free), uses no batteries, has no moving parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery high flow rate; no after taste (because no iodine or chlorine are used)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to clean. Can be stored and used periodically without impacting shelf life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery durable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed worldwide in harsh conditions since 2005\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAward winning \u0026amp; internationally recognized\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor every ten LifeStraws sold, Eartheasy will donate one LifeStraw to crisis-affected people in developing countries through the manufacturer’s partnership and cause programs. We also have a tree planted for every order through partnership with Trees for the Future Foundation. To purchase a LifeStraw, add to cart above, or call 1-888-451-6752.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat LifeStraw removes\/filters:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLifeStraw filters down to an incredible, 0.2 microns in size! This removes virtually all the bacteria (99.9999%) and protozoa (99.9%) from contaminated water, and reduces turbidity (muddiness) by filtering out suspended particles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBacteria removed include:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEscherichia coli,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCampylobacter,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibrio cholerae,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePseudomonas aeruginosa,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShigella\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalmonella\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProtozoa removed include:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGiardia lamblia (\"Beaver Fever\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCryptosporidium Parvum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEntamoeba histolytica.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 ounces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e durable plastic. Does not require replacement parts or batteries, or any chemicals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e filters up to 264 gallons (1000 liters) of water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShelf Life:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 years when stored at room temperature. (Product package may state shelf life of 3 years, but this will be corrected on newer packaging. The actual shelf life is 5 years.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Comes with a lanyard, and a cap for the mouth piece and end piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe patented LifeStraw is a small tube with specialized filters inside. Place one end in unfiltered water (a glass, water bottle, river, or puddle!), and suck the resulting clean water up through the top. Anyone who can use a drinking straw can easily use a LifeStraw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore use, uncap the LifeStraw and hold it upright in water for a minute. This allows the water to creep up the filter membrane. Then do five quick sucks and the water will flow easily. When drinking from muddy water, you may have to blow back down into it to purge out the turbidity if the flow slows or stops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLifeStraw for Travel \u0026amp; Backpacking:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the LifeStraw is so small and lightweight, it’s great for travel overseas in countries with unreliable drinking water. If you’ve ever been sick while travelling, you know the importance of drinking filtered water! Make sure to drink all water through the LifeStraw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLifeStraw for Hiking \u0026amp; Camping:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccess to clean water is critical while hiking. LifeStraw accomplishes the same thing as other filters, but does it at just a tenth of the weight. If you’re ultra-light hiking, this is a must. \u003cspan\u003eAt only 2 oz, it’s the lightest way of filtering water while on the go\u003c\/span\u003e. If you consume the recommended 3-4 liters of water per day while hiking, LifeStraw will last you for between 250-330 days of hiking. If you’re in a rush, there’s no need to stop and filter water by the lake. Just scoop your water bottle full, and sip from it as you walk. Or, dip the end of the straw right into the lake and drink until you’re hydrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a hiking or camping water filter, the LifeStraw provides great convenience. A purifier or pump filter is great, but it takes a fair amount of time to wait for the purification or filtering to complete. Instead, experience the convenience of drinking directly from the water source using your LifeStraw. Perfect when you are hiking, or relaxing around camp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLifeStraw for Emergency Preparedness \u0026amp; Survival:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn light of recent natural disasters, many people are realizing they cannot depend on their city water during an emergency. A water filter that’s lightweight, easy-to-use, and portable is important to have in your emergency preparedness kit. Buy a LifeStraw for each member in your household - it's a low-cost investment in security.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards and recognition:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLifeStraw has received significant accolades since its original design was invented in 2005.\u003cspan\u003eTime Magazine named LifeStraw the “Best Invention of 2006.” In 2008, it won the Saatchi and Saatchi Award for “World Changing Ideas”\u003c\/span\u003e. Esquire called LifeStraw the “Innovation of the Year.” And Forbes noted that LifeStraw is “one of the ten things that will change the way we live.” Now that LifeStraw has launched in the USA and Canada, we expect continued positive responses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHistory:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLifeStraw is manufactured by Vestergaard Frandsen, which is a Switzerland-based company specializing in disease control products for developing countries. Their core business model is centered around corporate social responsibility, and they help countries reach their United Nations’ Millenium Development Goals with products designed to prevent vector- and water-borne diseases. LifeStraws are shipped throughout the world to countries in need including Haiti, Pakistan, and Africa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegarding the LifeStraw Family Water Filter: The larger capacity Life Straw \"Family\" water filter is not yet available to purchase, but we expect it to be ready in late spring 2013. Please \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/eartheasy.com\/lifestraw-family-water-filter-purifier\"\u003esign up here\u003c\/a\u003e if you wish to be notified of it's release.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRetail stores selling the LifeStraw:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterested in buying the LifeStraw from a dealer near you? Click to see our \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/eartheasy.com\/lifestraw-store-locations\"\u003estore locator map\u003c\/a\u003e, with a complete list of retail stores selling the LifeStraw\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWholesale LifeStraw inquiries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eartheasy is the master wholesale distributor for the USA and Canada. Please email dealers@eartheasy.com for information on selling LifeStraw in your retail store.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"satisfaction-guarantee\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e100% Satisfaction Guarantee\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"std\"\u003eWe want you to be completely satisfied with every purchase you make. If you are in any way dissatisfied with a product you ordered, we'll exchange it, replace it or refund your money within 30 days of purchase. Simply email us the problem, and we'll take care of you. Certain products have extended warranties (up to 50 years!) that are listed on the particular product page. Please call us at 1-888-451-6752 if you need further clarification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Lifestraw","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12456318599257,"sku":"Water:EW:LSPHF017","price":25.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0016\/6890\/7097\/products\/lifestraw-climbing.jpg?v=1571711029","url":"https:\/\/72hours-new.myshopify.com\/products\/lifestraw-water-filter","provider":"72hours-new","version":"1.0","type":"link"}