To make the plastic less stubborn to take apart, warm it up in hot water …. Makes the plastic more pliable, and easier to take apart …. Thanks for the video!
The valve can actually be disassembled further - the transparent rubber valve can be separated from transparent plastic holder. I found some mold in between them. To assemble back, orient the rubber valve so when you look from outside the bottle, the the curved surface looks concave. Orient the plastic holder wider part outside the bottle. Insert the rubber valve into the wider part of the holder. Then follow the instructions in the video. Thanks for putting those together.
Excellent, and right to the point. I have the model designed for offroad/dirt; it has the little dust cover, but is essentially the same. All of the small parts make it complicated, but I do like having the option of disassembling it for a deep clean, rather than destroying or damaging a cheaper bottle.
Thanks for the video! I wasn't sure if I could take these apart and was scared I would break something. I found that for 2:17 its easier to go from the other side and push down on the edge of the valve. I ended up slightly denting the outer part of the valve by trying to pry it out. I was probably trying to brute force it a little to much.
Game changer! But what about the older Podium caps?? I have a Podium Chill Insulated bottle that I'd guess is 5 or 6 yrs old (though I got it on sale a couple yrs ago)
May I suggest using interdental brushes to clean the smaller crevices. You’ll find this in the dental section of supermarkets or pharmacies. Comes in various sizes. Thanks for the video :).
HUGE thanks for this video! I have an old Camelbak podium and was wondering if the newer version was easier to clean. Well, this video made it clear that it's even more difficult (with even more bits and pieces to disassemble!) and that I should probably just drink my water from a cup to avoid mold. 😅
Brilliant! Exactly what I’ve been looking for and so much better than camelbaks own video! The sugars in energy drinks can cause bacteria to accumulate over time and this cleaning process means you can avoid that 😊
Do you want to know the best way to clean all the bits. Use Milton, which is used to sterilise baby bottles. Kills all the mould and it all looks brand new one you soak LL parts in it for a couple of hours or overnight
Thanks for the video. I took apart the jet valves and they had lots of mold in/on them, so then I soaked in straight vinegar and Dawn Powerwash. I use my fingernail to try and scratch off the mold. But it is very stubborn. The parts have been soaking about 4 hours. All of the other parts are cleaned using brush.
U really need to take it apart. I have been having the runs and was wondering why. The top was really dirty. Thank u for showing me how to take this apart. Have reflected to CamelBak. I have the photos of the dirty top to prove it.
Now CAMELBAK spent ALOT of time engineering that entire spout having to design it in order to take it all apart in order to clean out the Bacteria and assemble it back together. EXCELLENT JOB CAMELBAK !
Great question and one that I have myself. I’ve got no idea what the stopper cap does and it’s only fairly lightly held in place. If it still works fine without it then I guess you don’t need it 🤷🏻♂️
The stopper caps function is for the go/no go feature of the locking cap it’s self. Yes, it works just fine without, but you won't be able to store your filled bottles in the horizontal position.
I was looking for the answer to the same question! I think if I’m just going for a ride, I might leave that stopper cap out. And the plastic ring is not necessary as long as you don’t turn the lock lever too hard. Combined that saves a whole 6g! 😅. But it’s free.
What. A. Faff. Thanks a lot for this, made up my mind that I will definitely not be buying Camelbak bottles. I can't believe that they seriously think that this is ok.
Thank you so much. My 2 bottles were absolutely disgusting, didn't realise how mouldy the inside bits were and I've been drinking from them for ages! uggghhhh
Podium's Breakaway insulated bottle is basically the same thing as Camelbak's podium chill, but with a much easier lid and mouthpiece to disassemble for cleaning. It breaks down into like 3 parts instead of 8, and can be cleaned in about 30 seconds.
To make the plastic less stubborn to take apart, warm it up in hot water …. Makes the plastic more pliable, and easier to take apart …. Thanks for the video!
The valve can actually be disassembled further - the transparent rubber valve can be separated from transparent plastic holder. I found some mold in between them.
To assemble back, orient the rubber valve so when you look from outside the bottle, the the curved surface looks concave. Orient the plastic holder wider part outside the bottle. Insert the rubber valve into the wider part of the holder. Then follow the instructions in the video.
Thanks for putting those together.
Yes pull the jet valve apart, I’ve had mold in there too!
Excellent, and right to the point. I have the model designed for offroad/dirt; it has the little dust cover, but is essentially the same. All of the small parts make it complicated, but I do like having the option of disassembling it for a deep clean, rather than destroying or damaging a cheaper bottle.
Saved to favourites, thanks for taking the time to make this video 👌
Thanks for the video! I wasn't sure if I could take these apart and was scared I would break something. I found that for 2:17 its easier to go from the other side and push down on the edge of the valve. I ended up slightly denting the outer part of the valve by trying to pry it out. I was probably trying to brute force it a little to much.
I found a small pair of needle nose pliers works well for removing the valve.
Game changer! But what about the older Podium caps?? I have a Podium Chill Insulated bottle that I'd guess is 5 or 6 yrs old (though I got it on sale a couple yrs ago)
I have dying to clean the last part!
thank you so much !!
You don't need to disassemble a whole thing, you can use Clorox overnight and rinse it after. Works for me.
Very helpful. I used a needle nose plier to grab the edge of the little plastic jet valve holder and pull it up. Seemed to work well.
May I suggest using interdental brushes to clean the smaller crevices. You’ll find this in the dental section of supermarkets or pharmacies. Comes in various sizes. Thanks for the video :).
HUGE thanks for this video! I have an old Camelbak podium and was wondering if the newer version was easier to clean. Well, this video made it clear that it's even more difficult (with even more bits and pieces to disassemble!) and that I should probably just drink my water from a cup to avoid mold. 😅
Thanks for the video! We have so many of these bottles and I’ve been trying to figure out how to clean the valve properly. Now I know!😊👍🏽
Thanks! Broke one of the tabs on the middle piece putting it back in, but it still seems to work OK. Replacement cap is $8.
I pushed the tabs and one broke. Couldn’t reassemble. . . This newer style has many more parts. Why make it more complicated?
Brilliant! Exactly what I’ve been looking for and so much better than camelbaks own video! The sugars in energy drinks can cause bacteria to accumulate over time and this cleaning process means you can avoid that 😊
Do you want to know the best way to clean all the bits. Use Milton, which is used to sterilise baby bottles. Kills all the mould and it all looks brand new one you soak LL parts in it for a couple of hours or overnight
Thanks for the video. I took apart the jet valves and they had lots of mold in/on them, so then I soaked in straight vinegar and Dawn Powerwash. I use my fingernail to try and scratch off the mold. But it is very stubborn. The parts have been soaking about 4 hours. All of the other parts are cleaned using brush.
I almost bought a new top because I couldn't get the rubber valves clean. This helped a lot. Thanks !!!
You’re so welcome. I glad it helped you and it’s actually fairly easy to do once you know how
You are a life saver. Great video. Many Thanks !
Great video, thanks! What does that bottom stopper do? I find my waterbottle works better without it somehow...
Thx for this!! How does one remove the black mold from the rubber valve? Seems impossible, even alcohol won't work.
U really need to take it apart. I have been having the runs and was wondering why. The top was really dirty. Thank u for showing me how to take this apart. Have reflected to CamelBak. I have the photos of the dirty top to prove it.
Now CAMELBAK spent ALOT of time engineering that entire spout having to design it in order to take it all apart in order to clean out the Bacteria and assemble it back together. EXCELLENT JOB CAMELBAK !
Thanx for the video. Instead of a brush like the one that you use I used a soft tooth brush. Works great.
Dude thank you so much for this!!!!
I accidentally threw away my stopper cap, the first part that is removed. Bottle works fine still, what does it do anyway.
Great question and one that I have myself. I’ve got no idea what the stopper cap does and it’s only fairly lightly held in place. If it still works fine without it then I guess you don’t need it 🤷🏻♂️
@@huntingwaterfalls cool. Thanks for the reply and great video hehe.
The stopper caps function is for the go/no go feature of the locking cap it’s self. Yes, it works just fine without, but you won't be able to store your filled bottles in the horizontal position.
I was looking for the answer to the same question! I think if I’m just going for a ride, I might leave that stopper cap out. And the plastic ring is not necessary as long as you don’t turn the lock lever too hard. Combined that saves a whole 6g! 😅. But it’s free.
What. A. Faff. Thanks a lot for this, made up my mind that I will definitely not be buying Camelbak bottles. I can't believe that they seriously think that this is ok.
Can you do this for camelbak stainless steel podium 22oz?
In winter months possible use a hair dryer? Thanks very useful.
Thank you so much. My 2 bottles were absolutely disgusting, didn't realise how mouldy the inside bits were and I've been drinking from them for ages! uggghhhh
I have 2 of them and just found an insulated podium that I need to thoroughly clean. I'm not sure why they have to have so many parts.
Great video!! Thank you.
Thanks a lot, excellent video.
Thanks so much for this
Thank you, Sir! )
Guys do not use a jam knife to brute force it. I broke mine. Use a needle nose pliers instead, pops off in 1 second
its always hygiene to clean after each use. for the lazy people, put it in the fridge so that no mold will grow.
Definitely not an easy process.
Any bottles that are made simpler and easier to maintain? Thx
Podium's Breakaway insulated bottle is basically the same thing as Camelbak's podium chill, but with a much easier lid and mouthpiece to disassemble for cleaning. It breaks down into like 3 parts instead of 8, and can be cleaned in about 30 seconds.
Great vid, thanks so much!