What makes Nalgene’s backstory so interesting is that it got its start as a manufacturer of laboratory gear like jars, test tubes, bottles, and Petri dishes. Nalgene’s key qualities that made them so popular in the lab were that they were shatterproof, lighter than glass, and could be used to work with many substances in various temperature ranges.
It was these properties of Nalgene bottles that drew the attention of the founder’s son and his Boy Scout troop who decided to use the lab containers when camping, and was soon discovered the founder. Since this time Nalgene has exploded on the market as one of the premier outdoor water containment units on the market. Producing everything from canteens, growlers, flasks, food storage, stainless steel bottles, tumblers, and more. And while Nalgene has become a giant in the outdoor arena, they still hold true to their lab roots, with millimeter markings on their side, and resisting stains, odor absorption, and can be filled with boiling water.
Nalgene has a long and storied history and has striven to make the best water bottles and outdoor containers for you, and we here at CampSaver are proud to carry one of the biggest and best supplies of their products around. For other great outdoor brands be sure to check out: Snow Peak, Camelbak, Goal Zero, and more!