By greatest invention I mean something that had big and positive influence.

  • Call me Lenny/Leni
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    135 months ago

    Those little straws with the filters inside that allow people to drink contaminated water right from the source.

    • @shalafi@lemmy.world
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      95 months ago

      One of those saved my ass on a solo, overnight kayaking trip. I mostly brought beer, ice and food in my tow-behind cooler because I had a Life Straw.

      The trip was hell, most difficult thing I’ve ever done, wasn’t sure I’d make it out. Was good on water until the next day when I finally broke out onto the main creek.

      Cut the top off a can and sucked down 7 refills of creek water. Tasted exactly like warm, flat, tap water.

      • Rob Bos
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        55 months ago

        Look into Sawyer water filters. Much easier to use than lifestraws, last longer. Pressure instead of suction.