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LifeStraw Announces the Launch of Next-Level Water Filtration in the Backcountry

The LifeStraw Peak Series offers industry-leading technical upgrades combined with rugged, sustainable and lightweight materials meet the needs of every outdoor adventurer

LifeStraw, a public health B Corp on a mission to provide equitable access to safe drinking water, announced the spring launch of its Peak Series water filtration systems designed for use in the outdoors and backcountry. Building on the success of the original LifeStraw design, the Peak Series features five models engineered to offer premium durability and versatility in lightweight and compact carrying options: the Personal Water Filter Straw (re-designed after 17 years!), the 650 ml and 1L Collapsible Squeeze Bottle Water Filter System, the 3L and 8L Gravity Water Filter System, and the 8L Gravity Water Filter + Water Storage Bag.

Straw, Squeeze and 3L products will be available mid March at REI, Bass Pro, Dicks Sporting Goods, Public Lands, and LifeStraw.com.  The 8L systems will be available in May, 2022. 

The Peak Series directly addresses product challenges encountered by the water filtration category in the past and incorporates innovative designs and upgraded materials to offer a safer, more reliable water solution in the backcountry. The new Peak Series attributes include:

  • Extreme durability: The materials are thick and tough to withstand wear and tear.
  • Leak-proof storage capabilities: Filtration and storage work seamlessly together for no leakage.
  • Enhanced microfilter performance: The products remove bacteria and parasites, and include a customized backwash accessory that helps maintain flow rate and remove sand and silt.
  • Highly versatile: Designed with quick connects and universal threading, the products are interchangeable with other pieces of gear.
  • Ultra compact and no extra parts: The filters are removable and reconfigurable for ultimate packing flexibility.

LifeStraw Peak Series – Personal Water Filter Straw

For backup filtration, emergency, survival, and ultralight hydration

We took the most popular outdoor water filtration device on the market, and reimagined it for added versatility, sustainability, a better grip experience, and updated design and colors. This ultra lightweight personal water filter straw is made from high performance premium sustainable materials, it has no extra parts to keep track of, and it boasts and enhanced flow rate for easy sipping. At 2 ounces and 5 years of safe water in the palm of your hand, no backpack, pocket, emergency bag or glove compartment should be without one. Your purchase has impact: For every LifeStraw product purchased, a school child in need receives safe water for an entire school year.  

LifeStraw Peak Series – Collapsible Squeeze Bottle Water Filter System – 1L  and 650 ml

For trail running, camping, hiking, travel, cycling, and fishing

LifeStraw’s Peak compact squeeze filtration is an all-in-one water storage and filtration device. Made from premium materials, it’s durable enough to last you on your long-haul adventures without having to worry about rips, tears, and punctures. Ultralight and collapsible at less than 4 ounces, you can grab and go, using as a straw filter, storage solution, squeeze system or connecting to other Peak Series systems to best fit your adventure. The filter membrane density has been optimized for flow rate and the over-cap features and smart seal mouthpiece prevent leakage. Your purchase has impact: For every LifeStraw product purchased, a school child in need receives safe water for an entire school year.  

LifeStraw Peak Series – Compact Gravity Water Filter System – 3L

For backpacking, group camping, hiking and travel

Meet the LifeStraw Peak Series 3L Gravity Water Filter System. It’s the simple, economic lightweight and compactible option for back-country camping and backpacking. The optimized filtration cartridge boasts a high flow rate and ability to remove sand and silt without clogging. The water storage bag is made from premium materials for extra durability so it can stand up to the same toughness and usage you put your other gear through. Designed to be ultra-versatile and fully leak-proof, use while moving about, or as a straw filter by itself or with a standard water bottle. ​​For every LifeStraw product purchased, a school child in need receives safe water for an entire school year.  

LifeStraw Peak Series – Large Capacity Safe Water Storage Bag – 8L

For camping, RVing, overlanding, travel and adventure

The best in dromedary bags meets the best in filtration performance. This high capacity, 8-liter system is made of high-performance materials for long term durability for your water filtration or storage needs. The large cap allows easy filling, cleaning and leak-proof mobility, with an included smaller plug cap to seal off connection for water storage. It has multiple carrying options, while also boasting a simple but enhanced filtration system designed to maximize flow rate and prevent clogging. It’s the only system you’ll need for you and the whole crew for as long as you’re on your adventure.​ For every LifeStraw product purchased, a school child in need receives safe water for an entire school year.

LifeStraw Peak Series – Large Capacity Gravity Water Filter System with Safe Water Storage – 8L + 8L

For camping, RVing, overlanding, travel and adventure

The ultimate basecamp high-capacity filtration system that allows for seamless quick-connected safe storage. Both are fully leak-proof systems allowing for mobility, and the safe-water storage bag has a custom screw-spout for fast flow with a hose attachment for added versatility. Made of high-performance materials for long term durability, you won’t have to worry about punctures or rips during your travels. This gravity water filter system with safe storage boasts a simple but enhanced filtration system designed to prevent clogging from sand and silt. It’s the only system you’ll need for you and the whole crew for as long as you’re on your adventure.​ For every LifeStraw product purchased, a school child in need receives safe water for an entire school year. 

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