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Gear Review: The North Face Summit Series Anti-Matter SoftshellThis softshell packs a double punch with waterproofing and breathability. |
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Is an ultraviolet light, like a SteriPen, better for treating filtered water than iodine tablets?
Submitted by: Jason - Blakely, PA
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My opinion is yes, a device that uses ultraviolet light is usually better than iodine or chlorine dioxide tablets for treating water...
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