r/Nalgene

Hi, I just recently picked up this Nalgene while searching for camping gear. Does someone know more about how old it is + other details?

For years I would freeze my bottle when it was about 15% full. That bottom ice block was then a source of cooling until it melted away, which was usually long enough to get me through a long pickleball session.

A few weeks ago I noticed it bulged a bit at the bottom when I did it and I thought "oops, that was too much water". The next time I did it:

"CAP'N!!!! HULL BREACH IN THE AFT COMPARTMENT!!"

RIP to an awesome bottle. I got no one but myself to blame but it's a good trick until you overdo it!!

We are gathered here today to honor a true legend, a steadfast companion, and an absolute tank of a hydration vessel: Green Nalgene -better known as “Green Gene” to friends and family.

Born from high-density plastic and unyielding determination, Green Gene was far more than a water bottle. It endured accidental drops that would have shattered lesser vessels, was shoved into tight backpack pockets, sat faithfully through endless workdays, and survived the terrifying depths of the backseat of the car. On at least one occasion, it was even forcibly drained into a trash can by a TSA agent. An awkward moment, for sure, but Green Gene always stayed classy.

It bore its battle scars with pride. Scratches, scuffs, and graduation lines so long worn off that you just had to gauge its volume by character alone. It never asked for much: just a cold refill, a tight twist of its loop cap, and a spot on the journey.

Which makes its sudden departure all the harder to swallow. Its end came as it lived: dramatically, unyieldingly, and completely full. Dropped onto cold, unforgiving concrete, Green Gene made the ultimate sacrifice, meeting a hydrostatic pressure wave it simply could not overcome. The floor did not yield. Green Gene's soul, and also 32 ounces of water, were liberated all at once.

Green Nalgene is survived by its older siblings, BPA Blue Nalgene and Rhymes-With-Orange Nalgene.

Funeral services will be held Friday at dawn by the recycling bin. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you write a short poem remembering Green Gene and the many adventures shared. Whether scaling mountain trails, braving airport security, or just rolling around under the passenger seat.

Rest in peace, Green Gene. You died as you lived: rough, tumble, and full of water. May your water never taste "pondy" and your cap stay tethered forever in the great beyond.

As a parent, you don't expect to say goodbye to your Nalgene before your own time ya know? I just didn't think it was possible .... You hear stories but you think "Not me. Not my Nalgenes. They're gonna live forever". Then one day... they are ripped from your life.

After 10 years of use (and going strong) of my “Seafoam”. I like the clearness.

Was just pulling it out of the bottle sleeve on my backpack and this broke off; thoughts on fixes besides the obvious super glue attempt, and likely fail? Or just buy a new cap..?

I like a little coffee in my half and half.

I have plenty of bottles and tumblers from various brands, but Nalgene always keeps me company on my outdoor adventures. Love this brand!

Follow up post to: https://www.reddit.com/r/Nalgene/s/3FVR54zst4

I know it's like part of their warranty but Nalgene sent me an extra to thank me for being a kind time user of their products. Definitely makes me love my Nalgene bottles even more now.

And thank you to r/Nalgene community members who suggested I turn in the warranty!