Safe water, straight from the source Clean drinking water is the one thing you can't carry enough of. The TKO Outdoors Water Filter Straw lets you drink directly from a creek, river, lake or tank — so you carry less weight and refill wherever you are. It's mini, lightweight and fits in the palm of your hand, a pocket or a survival pack. Built for hikers, campers, travellers and anyone heading off-grid, it's premium, reliable filtration without the big-name price. How it works The straw uses a multi-stage filtration system designed to strip out the nasties you can't see — sediment, bad tastes and odours, and the harmful organisms that make untreated water risky. The result is clearer, better-tasting water from sources you'd otherwise have to boil or skip. It's straightforward to use: pop the straw straight into the water, or screw/attach it to a bottle or the included pouch, and drink. A backwash syringe lets you flush and refresh the filter so it keeps performing trip after trip. Specifications Type Personal water filter straw (gravity / suck-through) Filtration Multi-stage Size Fits a pocket or palm Fits Bottles, cups, the included pouch In the box Straw, water pouch, extension tube, backwash syringe Materials Food-grade Price $45 AUD Shipping FREE Australia-wide Returns 30-day easy returns Warranty 12-month warranty, Aussie-based support Where you'll use it Hiking & multi-day walks — refill from streams instead of hauling litres on your back. Bush & remote camping — a safety net when you run low between water points. 4WD touring & travel — handy when you're not sure about a tank or tap. Emergency & bug-out kits — clean water is the first thing you'll want when the taps stop. A natural pairing with the Survival Kit – 14 in 1 or 20 in 1, and a sensible addition to any camping gear list. FAQ Can I drink straight from a creek or river with it? That's exactly what it's designed for. Place the straw in the water source and drink, or attach it to a bottle or the pouch. Always choose the cleanest-looking flowing water you can, and avoid obviously polluted or chemically contaminated sources. How long does the filter last? The filter has a long lifespan and can be backwashed to keep it flowing. Replace it once flow drops noticeably. Is it light enough to take hiking? Yes — it's pocket-sized and weighs next to nothing, so it's easy to take on day walks and longer hikes alike. Does it remove chemicals or just bugs? Multi-stage filters like this primarily target sediment, bad taste and odour, and harmful organisms; chemical removal varies. Shipping and returns? FREE Australia-wide shipping, 30-day easy returns and a 12-month warranty.