MSRTrailShot Ultralight Backpacking and Camping Squeeze Water Filter
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MSRTrailShot Ultralight Backpacking and Camping Squeeze Water Filter

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Product ID: 41827421
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  • Brand
    MSR
  • Special Feature
    Portable
  • Product Dimensions
    6"L x 2.4"W x
  • Package Information
    Bottle
  • Installation Type
    Portable
  • Power Source
    Hand Powered
⚡Filters 1L/min fast
🪶Ultralight 5.4 oz
🛡️99.9999% bacteria removal

Description

đź’§ Sip Smart, Trek Light, Live Bold

  • FEATHERLIGHT COMPACT - Weighing only 5.4 ounces and pocket-sized, it’s the ultimate trail companion for minimalists.
  • CHEMICAL FREE FILTRATION - No iodine, chlorine, or additives—just clean, natural water straight from the source.
  • BUILT FOR EVERY ADVENTURE - Perfect for hikers, runners, bikers, and emergency kits—because clean water is non-negotiable.
  • RAPID HYDRATION ON THE GO - Filters a full liter of water in just 60 seconds—stay fueled without missing a beat.
  • ADVANCED HOLLOW FIBER TECH - Blocks harmful protozoa and bacteria with 99.9999% effectiveness—pure water, zero compromises.

The MSR TrailShot is a pocket-sized, ultralight water filter designed for outdoor enthusiasts and emergency preparedness. It filters water at a rapid 1 liter per minute using hollow fiber technology, removing 99.9999% of bacteria and 99.9% of protozoa without chemicals. Compact and weighing just 5.4 ounces, it fits easily in a stash pocket, making it ideal for hiking, trail running, mountain biking, and travel.

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Specifications

BrandMSR
Special FeaturePortable, Lightweight, Compact
Product Dimensions6"L x 2.4"W x 6"H
Package InformationBottle
Installation TypePortable
Power SourceHand Powered
Item Weight5.44 ounces
Model NameTrailShot
Lower Temperature Rating33 Degrees Fahrenheit
Maximum Flow Rate1 Liters Per Minute
UPC040818093856
Global Trade Identification Number00040818093856
ManufacturerCascade Designs Inc.
Item Package Dimensions L x W x H7.24 x 4.37 x 2.91 inches
Package Weight0.25 Kilograms
Item Dimensions LxWxH6 x 2.4 x 6 inches
Brand NameMSR
ColorRed
Suggested Usersmens
Number of Items1
Part Number09385
Model Year2016
Sport TypeSporting Goods

Reviews

4.6

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B**Y

Lightweight water filter

I'm a long-time owner of an MSR MiniWorks. I left it at a family's house and needed something for a backpacking trip. Saw this and gave it a shot.FILTRATION: It works well, I'm filtering at least a liter per minute with it. My hand got a bit tired after filling a 3L reservoir and a Nalgene 1L all in one go, but switching hands ameliorated that. You can filter some pretty nasty water and it comes out perfect. There's a small coarse filter at the inlet of the line, and then you pump the water through the microfiber filter. It gets >>99% of bacteria and protozoa, and it even deals with most viruses unlike the ceramic filters. Only downside is that it won't filter chemicals at all unlike the ceramics, so areas with a lot of pesticides or the like may be less suited. For the developing world with a lot of human waste, this is the way to go for the virus coverage. The taste is neutral; I didn't notice any plastic-y hints at all. It also allows you to use it like a LifeStraw which is a feature I enjoyed, and while a Sawyer Mini would allow you to pre-filter a reservoir, it would require multiple fills of the dirty water bag and this can be run continuously.STORAGE: I keep it in one of my hip belts on my pack which provides for easy access. It took seconds to pull out and put away. The only downside I identified: the soft rubber tube is a bit fragile as evidenced by a few small nicks after my first trip with it, nothing that compromised the inner lumen. I'll be getting a soft mesh bag to protect it since it doesn't come with one.CLEANING: There's almost nothing to do in the field. They recommend taking off the inlet hose and back-pumping once per six liters filtered to keep the pump reservoir clear of debris buildup; I did this every other time I used the filter. It's nice to not have to wipe off the filter periodically like you have to with the ceramic cartridge based filters.STORAGE: The device is easy to take apart. I run clean water through it, disassemble, and let everything dry out before storing. The manufacturer recommends running diluted bleach to sterilize everything between use and long-term storage.OVERALL: I'm impressed by this device and glad I made the purchase. As long as it lasts, it'll probably replace my old MiniWorks due to the smaller size/weight, ease of use, comparable filtration rate, and added virus coverage.

K**N

One of the best options for lightweight backpacking filters

This filter was one of the most intriguing items from MSR's new releases for 2017. And amazingly enough, they actually overstated its weight. Its real weight is 4.90oz (139g), as seen in the picture.Its fast flow rate makes it a much better option than the Sawyer Mini in my opinion (I hate the Sawyer Mini, first time in the field it took me 10 min to fill a water bottle, no thanks!). I have not tried the Sawyer Squeeze, but I would imagine that the Squeeze is the most comparable in weight and function. The MSR eliminates the need for a "dirty bag" since it has a prefilter, and can be backflushed without a syringe (more on that later). I haven't personally used the squeeze but ive seen videos and its flow rate seems great, in my opinion this joins the Squeeze as the top tier of backpacking filters. The Squeeze has more adaptability, as you can turn it into a gravity filter, use on a water bottle, etc. The MSR is a more compact package if you plan to simply and put filtered water in a container quickly (and the weight of MSR is less than the total weight of Squeeze/dirty bag/syringe). Both seem to be excellent products. If you do get a Squeeze instead, there are ways to backflush using a specific sport bottle cap (Smart Water Bottle), find the thread from the good people over at backpackinglight.The cord is 15inch long, and can be detached from both the hand pump and the end-prefilter. The filter comes with a manual/diagram with instructions, using a nice water resistant durable paper that is easy to bring with you if you choose. As a comment below requested, I will upload a pic of this manual. The ripped edge is because I removed the other languages (hey every gram counts). To backflush, use the hand pump until the pump area is half full, cap the top, shake vigorously, remove bottom cord, squeeze water out the back. Then re-attach cord. Very easy and works like a charm.Not much more to say. It is effortless to use, easy to clean, and has a very fast flow. Very pleased.

D**D

Light, easy, fast; intuitive.

Elegant design, no instructions needed. When (if) one hand gets tired, just switch to the other (handedness does not matter). Solid construction, hard to break, easy to squeeze into tiny pockets for ease of access. The filtration happens on the native expansion of the thing you squeezed, so there's minimal work; your squeeze is just pumping the water up into the chamber from the bottom of the tube.Used it with no care for the equipment for 2+ weeks in the BWCA, for 2 people's water use. Easily handled this abuse, and not a scratch, dent, or nick on it.10/10, would buy again... Best non-gravity filter, imo, and I understand there's a way to connect this to a gravity system? I haven't tried that, so can't speak to it.

D**V

Tried in swamp water - perfect

Works as described. Tried it in a very dirty water, in a swamp. Worked great. Still need to boil water before drinking.

A**R

Overall very good

I bought this for my husband for a 3 day backpacking trip with a group of his buddies. We are a backpacking duo and were both very excited for him to try it out.Overall he reports that it is a nifty little pump.Pros:First and foremost the pump works-- water is purified!Lightweight.Easy to pump a water bottle full.Cons:He did not think it was realistic to pump directly into your mouth as some of the videos show.After a while his hand got tired-- for a longer trip this would be a bigger issue.Price point could be lower for what it is.

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