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The Epic Nalgene OG Special Edition Inland Ocean Coalition / Phil Lewis Art

The Original Nalgene 32oz Wide Mouth Water Filter Bottle for Everyday Use | 32 oz - 946 mL | Made from 100% BPA-free BPS-free Tritan Material | Bottle Made in USA | Filter Made in USA | Removes 70+ Tap Water Contaminants including Heavy Metals, Trace Pharmaceuticals, Endocrine Disruptors, Pesticides, Herbicides, Perfluorinated Compounds, Volatile Organic Compounds, Total Trihalomethanes | Filter Life: 3-4 months | Each Filter Replaces 550+ Single Use Plastic Water Bottles | Profits from this bottle go to support Inland Ocean Coalition 

"We are so excited to launch this special edition bottle with local Boulder artist Phil Lewis and the team at Epic Water Filters. Phil has created an amazing design on the bottle and we think this is a great medium to help bring awareness about protecting our oceans, waterways, and wildlife from plastic pollution. I honestly think this is the coolest water bottle I have ever seen!" - Vicki Goldstein, Inland Ocean Coalition

"I was fortunate enough to grow up on the pristine shores of Lake Tahoe, one of the clearest lakes in the world.  At a very early age, I realized the impact we had on keeping it that way.  As human beings living on this planet, I believe we are all connected; especially through water.  The snow pack that melts into the lakes and rivers, eventually makes its way to the ocean… and everything it encounters along the way will contribute to the cycle.  I am honored to participate in this project aiming to keep single-use plastic bottles out of the mix.  As you spin the bottle, you can follow the water’s journey, from the mountain peaks to the waves in the ocean.  Together we can help keep it clean the whole way!" - Phil Lewis, Phil Lewis Art

"We are excited and honored to work with Phil Lewis to support Inland Ocean Coalition's mission to engage inland communities in land-to-sea stewardship. The #1 reason why people buy single use plastic bottled water is they do not trust their tap water. At Epic, we are making super strong American made filters so that people can feel confident drinking from their taps." - Ash Heather, Epic Water Filters

The Nalgene OG Story

In the 1970s, conservationists began discouraging the disposal of cans and glass bottles by burning and burying them in the wilderness & in recreation areas. Eventually, some of those places responded with regulations and began forbidding such materials. Nalgene products quickly became popular replacements among backpackers for storing consumables; the light, wide-mouthed high-density bottles were more secure than plastic bags and were used for both liquids and solid foods. Originally, wilderness travelers purchased Nalgene products from laboratory-equipment suppliers or gained access to them through their networks, like in their workplaces.

Company lore has it that the Nalgene Company president discovered that his son's Boy Scout troop was using Nalgene laboratory containers for camping. Since then, the company has re-packaged and marketed the items for consumer sales through their line of Nalgene Outdoor Products. In 2018, Epic Water Filters & Nalgene began to discuss a collaboration between the Nalgene 32 oz wide mouth bottle and the Everyday Filter system from Epic Water Filters (both made in the USA). We could not be happier putting our filter into the OG American made water bottle, the Nalgene 32 oz wide mouth.

Why OG?

"OG" back in the day used to mean Original Gangster although some younger people these days use OG as a quicker way of saying "The Original" - at Epic, we thought, what is more OG than the Nalgene 32oz wide mouth bottle? That is why we call it the Epic Nalgene OG. It's the original gangster. 

Reusable by Design

At Epic Water Filters, we believe in building products that never become obsolete. Our water bottles with filters are a perfect example. When you invest in the Nalgene OG, you get a modular system designed to grow with your family and perform for years to come. Whether you are trying to remove tap water contaminants or taking your Nalgene OG bottle on your next adventure overseas, the interchangeable filter system has you covered no matter where you find yourself. All of our filters are recyclable through our recycle program (see here). 

Our American-made and American-tested filters outperform well known filtration brands any day of the week. You'll notice some of our biggest competitors do not even publish test results -- that's because their filters only remove bad taste and some chlorine (like that Brita water bottle you've become so skeptical of lately).

Dimensions: Approximately 23 cm from the bottom of the bottle to the top of lid & approximately 8.5 cm in diameter

What Does This Filter Remove? Everyday Filter Test Results.

Our American-made Everyday Water Bottle Filter are tested against NSF/ANSI Standards 42, 53, 401, & P473 for contaminant reduction (see Everyday Filter Test Results for more)

Additional Independent Testing
Lead & VOC Everyday Bottle Filter Removal Study
Outdoor Filter Test Results (The Outdoor filter is not included with the bottle) 

About Inland Ocean Coalition: The Inland Ocean Coalition began as the Colorado Ocean Coalition (COCO) in 2011. Founded by Vicki Nichols Goldstein after a family move to landlocked Boulder, CO in 2009. The Coalition’s aim was to inspire and empower Colorado citizens to promote the health of our ocean through education and community involvement. For more information and how you can get involved please visit www.inlandoceancoalition.org 

About Phil Lewis Art: Throughout my life I have felt a special connection with nature, and being outdoors inspires me to create. The amazing scenery in Colorado has certainly fueled this inspiration, and the surrounding landscapes appear frequently in my work. For more information please visit www.phillewisart.com 

FILTER

Use Instructions: Your Nalgene OG comes with our Everyday Filter. The Everyday filter is pre-flushed and requires no flushing. The Everyday filter is designed for everyday use and targets normal tap water contaminants and should only be used with treated tap water. We make an Outdoor Adventure filter (100% interchangeable with the Everyday) for those times you want to get wild.

What Does This Filter Remove? Everyday Filter Test Results.

Why Choose the Epic Everyday Filter?

• Over 330+ verified reviews on Amazon - 4.5 Star
• Profits from this bottle go to support Inland Ocean Coalition
• Named Amazon Choice Award winner
  
• Filter and Bottle are 100% Made in USA
• Removes up to 99.99% of all tap water contaminants
• It's 100% replaceable, 100% recyclable, 100% BPA-free (It can be recycled with hard to recycle plastics or #7 plastics, or check out our Recycling Program for more info!)
• Produces up to 75 gallons (285 liters) of clean water
• Industry-leading technology tested to highest international standards
• Eliminates need to buy filtered or bottled water
• Stops 550+ plastic bottles going into landfills and oceans
• Filter life: up to 75 gallons (285 liters) depending on average daily usage and water quality
  
• Average recommended filter replacement: 3-4 per year if used regularly
• Everyday Filter Test Results

BENEFITS

Epic Performance
When we say Epic, we mean Epic. Our proprietary, multi-patented blend of filter media eliminates up to 99.99% of the harmful contaminants other filters leave behind such as chlorine, heavy metals, industrial & agricultural pollutants and trace pharmaceuticals. Why settle for anything less?

Epic Value
Enjoy up to 75 gallons (285 litres) of pure, clean water per filter that will taste all the sweeter knowing you'll never pay for bottled water again.

Epic Sustainability
Each filter is 100% recyclable. And when it finally comes time to replace your filter, take comfort knowing it's already replaced 550+ plastic bottles. It can be recycled with hard to recycle plastics or #7 plastics, or check out our Recycling Program for more info!

Tested and Approved Worldwide
Epic Water Filters have been independently certified and tested across the globe in both field and laboratory tests in multiple countries. These rigorous processes are just another way we go well beyond what's required to deliver the cleanest, purest water possible.

CARE

Care Instructions: The bottle, lid, and straw are dishwasher safe but we always recommend that you hand wash the bottle, straw and lid with mild dish soap and warm water. The Everyday Filter is not dishwasher safe. Never use soap on the filter itself. For cleaning the outside of the filter, we recommend just using warm water and a brush.

Best way to care for you Nalgene OG: Put the Nalgene OG, lid, & straw, in a sink filled with warm water and a small amount of mild dish soap and let it soak. If you’d prefer, you can also put the warm water and soap in the bottle to soak for a few minutes. Shake it to distribute the soapy water, rinse really well and let it dry. As long as you use a small amount of a mild soap, there shouldn’t be any soapy taste left in the bottle. However, if you’d rather skip the soap you can use warm water and lemon or warm water and baking soda to clean the bottle. Let the Nalgene OG, lid, & straw dry in a dish rack until use. Now go enjoy some Epic Water!

Things to never do with our “Everyday Filter”

Do Not place filter in the freezer
Do Not fill with hot water
Do Not use with saltwater
Do Not filter urine (Unless you are Bear Grylls)
Do Not filter anything but tap water (Use our Outdoor Adventure filter for unknown water)