Staying hydrated while you are riding the mountain trails or commuting to work is one of the most important things you can do when riding. That being said, there are better water bottles than others and picking up the cheapest one at your local sports outlet isn’t the best idea. Not only might you pick up something that just isn’t as well made as others, but you might end up paying far more than you should.
It’s easy to tell you to not buy the wrong water bottle but deciding on the best one is not as easy as it sounds. This is why we are here to share with you. Because there are so many options out there for bike water bottles, we figured we would share some of the best bike water bottles for the year and talk about why they are so highly rated.
We know there are hundreds of options and some really good ones at that. That being said, we want to share a few of our favorites and talk about the features that make them so popular. Check out our list of the best bike water bottles for the year.
Zefal 164 Water Bottle
The Zefal 164 Water Bottle is 33 ounces of pure joy while you are out on your bike. Sometimes you are just looking for something that works and isn’t going to cost much money. If this is your goal while you are shopping for a bike water bottle, this is a great option. The bottle is made of low density materials so you can easily get the water out when you squeeze and you can keep it nice and cold when you put ice cubes in your bottle through the large mouth of this bottle. It’s got a soft bite valve and a screw top design which means you are getting exactly what you need out of a water bottle. It’s affordable and functional.
Features
– Soft low density material so you can squeeze it easily
– Largemouth for cleaning and ice
– Top of bottle screws on
– Valve is soft bite
Polar Bottle Insulated Water Bottle
For just a few more bucks you can pick up the Polar Bottle Insulated Water Bottle. Polar Bottle has been making quality water bottles since 1994 and they started in a garage in Boulder, Co where many people are mountain biking and know what a good water bottle is. A great feature about this water bottle is the Zipstream High Flow cap that self-seals. Even if this bottle is in the open position, it will not leak. On the contrary, it will build pressure so when you squeeze it, you will get a thirst quenching burst of water.
Features
– BPA free plastic sports bottle
– This bottle offers ultimate thermal protection from the heat with its double wall construction which keeps your water cool
– Foil layers to reflect the sun’s rays
– Dishwasher safe
– Durable and lightweight
– 24 ounces
– Made in the USA
Schwinn Bicycle Water Bottle & Cage
This Schwinn water bottle includes the bottle and the cage for just $11.99. It carries 23 ounces of BPA free water and keeps it nice and cool for the rider. It’s also got comfort grips on the side of this water bottle because Schwinn knows how bumpy the trails can get so if you are riding and drinking at the same time, you won’t lose it. In addition to these features, the Schwinn Bicycle Water Bottle has a really wide opening so you can clean it easily and fit ice cubes in through the top. It’s a great bottle for the price so we understand why it has such great ratings.
Features
– See through indicator so you know how much water you have
– Comes with mounting hardware
– Holds 23 ounces
– Slip resistant grips on the side of this bottle
– Wide opening for cleaning and ice
CamelBak Podium Big Chill 25oz Insulated Water Bottle
Now we have the water bottle from one of the leaders in water bottles and hydration packs with the CamelBak Podium Big Chill. This water bottle is insulated and holds 25 ounces for you while you are out riding your bike. This bottle is double walled and the construction of this bottle used a closed cell foam technology that will keep you water cold longer than many of the competitors. This bottle also comes with the patented Jet Valve that is spill proof and allows the rider to drink water without turning a top or popping a cap. It’s easy to clean, offers cool graphics and stays cold. What else you could you ask for out of a bike water bottle?
Features
– Double walled build that keeps the 25 ounces of water cold as when you first filled it.
– The Jet Valve cap is seals on its own and delivers a strong water stream when you squeeze the bottle. You don’t have to worry about splatters or spills.
– No leaking with this bottle because of its secure lockout on the cap
– BPA and BPS free polypropylene
– Hydro Guard for that clean water taste
– Money back guarantee with the CamelBak Got Your Bak Guarantee
2-in-1 Water Bottle+Bluetooth Speaker
Finally, on our list of highly rated bike water bottles comes the 2-in-1 Water Bottle+Bluetooth Speaker. This fun product is still completely functional as a water bottle but give you the option to listen to your favorite music while you ride. It is the perfect combination of water bottle and speaker and for only $19.99. Its got an ergonomic design and a no slip grip which means you don’t have to worry about dropping your bottle while you are riding. If you are into trying new things and still want the functionality of a great bike water bottle, give this water bottle by Icewater a shot.
Features
– FDA compliant and 100% BPA free material
– 22 ounce water capacity
– Wide mouth for cleaning and ice
– Can hold hot and cold beverages (-20 to 212)
– Sandproof, waterproof, splashproof and rainproof wireless Bluetooth speaker
– 5 Watts: 8 hour playtime