4 Score: Water Bottles

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STAY HYDRATED this summer with a water bottle that boasts BPA-free materials

Get Gel Soon
» GEL-BOT
The Verdict: Not only does this flask hold 24 ounces of water, but it also lugs along two servings of energy gel — there's a chamber that hangs down from the lid that you can fill with your choice of goo before an adventure. Switch between wet and sticky by lifting or lowering the nozzle. It's a little tricky to get used to, but if you're already a triathlete, what's one more sport? ($14, Hydrapak.com)

Just Bite Me
» Camelbak Better Bottle
The Verdict: Never tried the innovative Big Bite™ valve before? Good, because it was better to wait until it was attached to a bottle made of Eastman Tritan copolyester, a much-lauded safe plastic launched last year. Anyway, that valve allows you to make sure water gets in your mouth instead of all over your clothes (left, $13, Rei.com). But if you prefer less directed drinking, you can get a similar bottle with a "Classic Cap" (right, $9, Rei.com).

From-the-Faucet Fixer
» Fit & Fresh LivPURE
The Verdict: A filter hidden in the lid traps up to 50 percent of the chlorine in your tap water, so it tastes more like the pricey bottled stuff. But the spout won't let you gulp too much at one time — you really need to squeeze to get a sizeable sip. The upside of that, of course, is you don't need to worry about accidents in your bag. ($13, Theconsumerlink.com)

Camping Companion
» Nalgene Everyday
The Verdict: The classic wide-mouth shape beloved by college students is now made from Eastman Tritan copolyester. While it may not be quite as tough as its predecessors, the new line is still quite sturdy. Our sample survived a series of whacks against our desk with no sign of abuse. ($11.50, Nalgene-outdoor.com)