Sports insulated bottle

Running, cycling, football, basketball, tennis, athletics, gymnastics, judo, fencing… The list of sports is long, whether it involves practicing an indoor or outdoor activity, a ball discipline or of stamina. Athletes have one thing in common, they absolutely must maintain a good level of hydration. It is an essential factor for health, but also to achieve the physical performance they set themselves. Soft water bottle, water canister, insulated water bottle: how to choose among all these accessories?

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The importance of good hydration during sport with an insulated water bottle

The human body is largely made up of water and the body is subject to daily losses that must be compensated by sufficient hydration. The recommendations agree around approximately 1.5 liters per day. But that's not counting the practice of a sporting activity. During physical exertion, a good fluid balance is essential. The quantity can then vary from 1 to 3 liters of water according to the intensity of the effort and the climatic conditions.

Amateurs or professionals, when it comes to equipment for training or competition, the sports bottle is as valuable as the outfit. The water bottle, also called water canister, must adapt to the constraints of the activity practiced. In the majority of cases, the sports bottle must above all allow easy and quick use. Breaks are short and sometimes refreshments come while pedaling or walking. It is nice to be able to open, take a few sips and close the container with one hand. At this stage, the sports cap makes all the difference on the water bottles.

The choice of water container also has an impact on the environment, but also on the health and wallet of athletes. Disposable water bottles are not practical: poor grip and lack of ergonomics of the cap. But that's not all. They are also polluting since they are single-use. In addition, the plastic that composes them migrates in liquids in the form of nanoparticles.

Last argument in favor of reusable bottles for sports: tap water is on average 100 to 300 times cheaper than that which is already bottled. However, with the rhythm of the days and training sessions, great savings can be achieved by opting for a durable container.

The different elements that make up a sports bottle

Cap

Traditional sports caps are the ones you have to pull with your teeth. Although this system allows one-handed use, it is not necessarily very pleasant. The caps to unscrew meanwhile do not pose a problem when the drink break is in the locker room or on the bench, but they do not seem very suitable when it is impossible to use both hands.

A cap that remains attached to the insulated sports bottle then seems more appropriate. Models with a valve that opens and closes with a single push are easy to use. They can also be fitted with a straw to keep the bottle upright.

The capacity

Your need for autonomy in water as well as the constraints of the sport practiced (water point available or not) determine the capacity to be favored for your insulated bottle. The capacities vary from 260 ml to 1.5 liters with intermediate models which can contain 500 ml, 750 ml or 1 litre.

The materials

Reusable plastic water bottles are quite common in the sports world. However, their lightness and low cost hide some major drawbacks. They have a short shelf life and may contain harmful substances that migrate into drinks. In addition, their degradation under the effect of heat leads to or increases unpleasant plastic odors. In addition, these models cannot keep drinks at temperature.

Aluminum flasks have long marked the world of outdoor leisure. They are light, strong and much more durable than plastic water bottles. However, aluminum cannot be found in direct contact with drinks. The bottles must therefore have an internal coating. However, the resins used can prove to be problematic if they contain or diffuse phthalates, BPA and other endocrine disruptors. In addition, these models are not equipped with thermal insulation either.

The stainless steel sports insulated bottle then appears to be the best option. This alternative is unbreakable, healthy and durable. Food grade 18/8 stainless steel is perfectly hygienic and BPA free. Thanks to their double wall separated by an air space, the insulated stainless steel water bottles accompany you during your outdoor sports sessions. Your drink stays at a refreshing temperature for 24 hours in a summer heat and up to 16 hours warm in a winter cold.