CamelBak's Podium uses soft polypropylene construction that collapses when you squeeze, which lets you drink without creating the vacuum that makes rigid bottles difficult to draw from. The bottle walls compress with light pressure, so you get fluid flow without having to bite down hard or stop breathing while you drink. This matters when you're trying to stay hydrated during efforts where you can't afford to interrupt your breathing rhythm.

The Jet Valve self-seals after each sip through a medical-grade silicone interface that closes automatically when you release bite pressure. This eliminates the drips that leak from traditional valve bottles when you toss them in your bag or lay your bike down. An on/off lever built into the nozzle locks the valve shut for transport, adding a secondary seal that prevents leaks even if the bottle gets compressed in a packed bag.

The bottle is shaped to fit securely in standard cage designs without rattling loose on rough roads. The diameter tapers slightly toward the base, which helps cages grip the bottle firmly while still allowing easy one-handed removal and replacement. TruTaste polypropylene material prevents the plastic taste that develops in bottles that use cheaper resins, so your water tastes clean even after the bottle has been sitting in the sun.... Read More