<\/span><\/h2>\nOur water bottles get so much use, and I believe it is easy to have bacteria build-up because it is difficult to thoroughly scrub out the bottles without a proper water bottle cleaning brush.<\/p>\n
And who takes the time to do that thoroughly everyday?<\/p>\n
Therefore, it’s a huge bonus when I can safely put water bottles and lids\/caps in the dishwasher.<\/p>\n
The care instructions that come with Thinksport state the bottles are dishwasher safe but to remove collar and strap.<\/p>\n
We owned these bottles in the past and put them in the top rack of the dishwasher.<\/p>\n
The paint chipped off of them.<\/p>\n
If you buy one that is all stainless steel — no color, per se — this will be a non-issue.<\/p>\n
But it’s near impossible to remove the collar and strap.<\/p>\n
I have a hard time doing it so I haven’t put my new Thinksport bottles in the dishwasher.<\/p>\n
I’m also not sure if it is advisable\/safe to put the cap in the dishwasher being there is the plastic liner.<\/p>\n
If you do, be sure to remove the silicone ring or it will melt over time.<\/p>\n
We also experienced this firsthand from past experience.<\/p>\n
What’s great is that Thinksport includes an extra plastic ring with each purchase.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Cons of Thinksport stainless steel water bottle<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/span>Plastic components:<\/span><\/h2>\nWhile the cap is made from stainless steel, it is lined with plastic as well.<\/p>\n
The mouthpiece is also made from plastic. (It is a BPA-free, safe plastic.)<\/p>\n
<\/span>Need two hands to open it to take a drink from it:<\/span><\/h2>\nThese bottles do not have flip-top lids which may or may not make a difference to you.<\/p>\n
If you want to use this while driving or while exercising, you will need two hands to unscrew it.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Covered mouthpiece:<\/span><\/h2>\nEven though you aren’t drinking from the mouthpiece cap, it comes in contact with the spout your mouth drinks from, so you have to worry about washing this piece too.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Paint chips if put in dishwasher:<\/span><\/h2>\nIf you opt for the stainless steel one without the color, this will be a non-issue.<\/p>\n
You should wash the lid, mouthpiece, and mouthpiece cover by hand.<\/p>\n
Made in China?<\/p>\n
Unfortunately, aren’t they all?<\/p>\n
Thinksport does perform extensive testing to ensure the safety of all of their products.<\/p>\nbest insulated stainless steel water bottle: Klean Kanteen with Loop Cap<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/span>Klean Kanteen Vacuum Insulated Classic review<\/span><\/h2>\nI love Klean Kanteen water bottles and their concern for the environment.<\/p>\n
From their start, they offered high quality and safe products while encouraging health, sustainability and environmental awareness.<\/p>\n
One of my favorite things about Klean Kanteen water bottles are the different types of caps that are available and compatible with their water bottles.<\/p>\n
You don’t have to buy entirely separate bottles to take different drinks on the go.<\/p>\n
Their Vacuum Insulated Classic comes with their Loop Cap.<\/p>\n
It is also compatible with:<\/p>\n
<\/span>Sports Cap:<\/span><\/h2>\nEasier to drink from when walking, driving, and exercising as you can access it with one hand instead of two.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Steel Loop Cap:<\/span><\/h2>\nThis is MY FAVORITE because it’s made from 100% food-grade stainless steel.<\/p>\n
You can wash it in the dishwasher!<\/p>\n
No plastic will touch your drink!<\/p>\n
Therefore, this will be the first water bottle I own — and I own lots of them — that is made with almost no plastic (there is the silicone ring which helps seal it).<\/p>\n
I love this cap!<\/p>\nKlean Kanteen Stainless Cap<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/span>Bamboo Cap:<\/span><\/h2>\nThis is my second favorite cap because only stainless steel, and not plastic, touches my water.<\/p>\n
<\/span>It is not dishwasher safe.<\/span><\/h2>\nIt is made from sustainable harvested bamboo.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Swing Lok Cap:<\/span><\/h2>\nYou can turn your water bottle into a beer growler.<\/p>\n
<\/span>Kid Kanteen Sippy Cap:<\/span><\/h2>\nI wish I knew about Klean Kanteen water bottles when my kids were small as I always gave them plastic sippy cups; I cringe now thinking about it.<\/p>\n
How I would have loved to buy a 12 ounce Klean Kanteen and used this child-appropriate lid!<\/p>\n
I’ve enjoyed using the different Klean Kanteen water bottles I’ve had over the years but I never tried one of their insulated bottles.<\/p>\n
Their Vacuum Insulated Classic is fast becoming one of my favorites.<\/p>\n
I own them in the 20 ounce size.<\/p>\n
It’s also available in 12, 32 and 64 ounce sizes and in lots of colors.<\/p>\nKlean Kanteen with Loop, Sports, and Stainless Steel Caps<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nKlean Kanteen Loop Cap<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/span>Pros of Klean Kanteen stainless steel water bottle<\/span><\/h2>\n
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