Camelbak Chute Mag (32oz)

Camelbak Chute Mag

Highlights: Classic brand, good spout size, magnets

What you'll learn:

1. ​Why is Camelbak popular?
2. What makes Camelbak good?
3. ​What is not good about Camelbak?
4. How good is Camelbak's insulation?
5. How durable are Camelbak bottles?
6. Are Camelbak bottles dishwasher safe?
7. Do Camelbak bottles fit in cupholders?
8. What are alternatives to Camelbak?

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Camelbak Chute Mag Review

Overview

Camelbak was one of the early pioneers in modern hydration, releasing their bladder pack when there was nothing else like it on the market.  They built on this early innovation by also expanding into the bottle category, and you can find them at stores nationwide.

Their Chute Mag bottles are notable because because there are magnets built into the lid and the spout cap to keep the cap out of your face when you're taking a sip.  Other brands like Fjbottle also have magnets like this, but to our knowledge Camebak's was the first.

Overall, Camelbak's Chute Mag is a good, reliable bottle from a trusted brand.  It doesn't excel at any one thing, but it doesn't suffer from any major issues either.  So if you're looking for a good jack-of-all-trades bottle, Camelbak's Chute Mag is worth considering.

Why Buy?

• Built-In Magnets: Two magnets, one in the lid and one in the spout cap, help keep the spout cap out of your face when you're taking a sip.
• Good Insulation: Camelbak's above-average insulation results and spout cap make it a good option for sipping icy water all day.
• Good Sized Spout: The spout is, in our opinion, the perfect diameter.  It's not too large to let too much water through, and it's not too small and restrictive enough to lead to gurgling water when you're trying to take a sip.​

Why Avoid?

• Spout Cap Hinge: The spout cap is connected to the lid, which is good because that means it's one less thing to potentially drop.  However, it's connected using a flexible plastic hinge.  While novel, we find that it doesn't function as well or smoothly as a fixed hinge that rotates around a metal pin like you see with some competitors.
• No Pull Tabs on Seals: The seals for the lid and the spout cap are recessed and do not have pull tabs, so they're fairly difficult to remove.  You'll need to use a a tool (like a butterknife that's not sharp enough to cut the seal) to take it out for deep cleaning.

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Camelbak Chute Mag FAQs

• Are Camelbak bottles dishwasher safe? | Yes, but make sure you put the lid on the top rack.
• Are Camelbak bottles good? | With a mid-range price point, Camelbak's Chute Mag insulated bottles are a good jack-of-all-trades bottles that doesn't excel in anything in particular, but it doesn't have any major drawbacks either.
• Do Camelbak bottle fit in cupholders? | Their 32oz bottles will not fit in most cupholders, so consider buying an adapter like our BottlePro Max.
• Are Camelbak bottles leak proof? | Yes, Camelbaks are leak proof as the seals are clean and correctly installed, and the lid and spout cap are closed tightly.
• Are Camelbak bottles easy to clean? | Yes, for the most part.  The simple design makes cleaning them straightforward.  However, both of the seals (for the lid and the spout cap) are recessed and do not have pull tabs, so you'll need a tool to get them out.
• Are Camelbak bottles insulated? | Yes, though they do have plastic non-insulated options too so make sure you buy from the correct listing.​
• Are Camelbak bottles stainless steel? | Yes, though they do have plastic options as well so make sure you buy from the correct listing.
• Are Camelbak bottles durable? | Yes, to an extent.  Stainless steel is strong, but the bottle will dent if you drop it.  The lid is a fairly simple design that feels robust, but the plastic hinge is the most likely thing to break over the long term.

How Do You Clean a Camelbak Chute Mag?

Video coming soon!
For now, check out our general cleaning guide for large stainless steel bottles.

Sip or Skip Stat Sheet

Our Sip or Skip stat sheets combine all the information above in one easy-to-use format to make comparing bottles easier.

Camelbak Chute Mag Stat Sheet

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Popular Alternatives

Before you buy, it may be worth looking at these other options.

Fjbottle

Fjbottle (32oz)

Also uses magnets to keep the spout cap out of your face, and the metal pin hinge rotates more smoothly.

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Takeya Actives

Takeya Actives (32oz)

Takeya's Actives series comes with a bottle boot, and the metal pin hinge rotates more smoothly.

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YETI Rambler

YETI Rambler (36oz)

YETI's Rambler is one of the more popular bottles on the market, and the chug lid design is very durable.

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Recommended Accessories

Bottle Brush Kit

Great for your regular cleaning every 2-4 days.

​ This kit includes a large brush to clean in the bottle, a detailing brush to clean the threads and lid, a straw cleaner, and hangers so you can stay organized.

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Cleaning Tablets

Recommended to use these once per month.

In additional to regular weekly cleaning, deep-cleaning your bottle once per month is usually a good idea to prevent germs and buildup, especially around seals.

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Cup Holder Adapter

Usually needed for bottles over 3" diameter.

Our BottlePro Max has a twist-to-expand base, removable centralizing tabs, and a grip pad to help keep your bottle secure and by your side.

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And Just for Fun (and Better Tasting Water)

Fruit Infuser

As a bonus, check out our FlavorFuze Pod drop-in fruit infuser to make your water fun!  Skip the soda or flavor pods with artificial sweeteners (like Cirkul) and add healthy flavors with natural fruit each day.  The pod is easy to remove when you're done thanks to a big handle on top, making for a healthy mid-day snack.

It comes with two lids.  One is a splash-guard style lid that fits in wide mouth Hydro Flasks, and the other is a drop-in style lid that fits in nearly all wide mouth bottles (including Owala FreeSips, YETI Ramblers, Stanley Quenchers, Hydro Flasks, and many more).

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