Review topics: [fit, size, strap, pockets, bag, quality, sling, pouch, carry, bottle, cup, gear, grayl, idea, kit, zippers, simplicity, tool, lid, utility].
Reviews
Transport Bottle Sling
"Another fantastic product from Grayl. The Transport Bottle Sling is a very nice way to carry all of my hydration bottles whether it be my Grayl TI geopress or Nalgene bottles. It just works. I also like all the extra storage pockets and clip on pouches I ordered."
— Joel S. (5/5)
Love the sling's sturdiness and
"Love the sling's sturdiness and utility. And being able to put my phone in one pocket, other things in the second pocket, and in the add-on pouch makes for some great excursions!"
— Shelly B. (5/5)
Perfect Size
"Fits my larger bottles perfectly. Love that I can add on different storage options."
— Amy C. (5/5)
On the go Hydration
"The sling makes the Earthwell an easy carry. It reminds me of the old school canteen bottle but with better organization for an all in one tote for things like small tools a wallet and sometime a fly box when I want to go light out on the streams. I will suggest adding the GMOD pouches for more organization."
— Michi M. (5/5)
Well made . . . not usable
"Purchased the Transport Bottle Sling with various pouch modules for carrying water bottle and snacks for long day day hikes. Products are well made and I like the flexibility of adding pouches when desired. However, for my use case the sling is nothing but frustrating. As I hike the sling will move from my center-back and slide around to my side, usually while on steep climbs, so I have to constantly re-adjust the bottle. I need a bottle sling that does not move around so much. Turns out to have spent a lot and got nothing . . . still looking."
— Larry (2/5)
Quality Sling
"This a well constructed and thought out water bottle sling. It has strong Velcro patches for attaching additional pouches. Nice for hiking or daily activities that take one into the sun."
— Bruce C. (5/5)
Received the bottle sling I
"Received the bottle sling I purchased for me and my son and LOVE it!! High quality durable materials, fits a tall 1 liter plastic water bottle, enough pockets for phone, keys, small snacks. I can't wait to use it when we hike the Manitou Incline this summer!!"
— Jamie Q. (5/5)
Versatile and Well-Made, But the Accessories Need Refinement
"I purchased this for an upcoming amusement park trip and haven't used it in the field yet, but I spent some time testing it around the house. Overall, it's the most versatile and best-built bottle sling I've come across, but there are a few design choices that keep it from being perfect. The sling itself feels comfortable and offers plenty of adjustment. One of the main reasons I chose it was the ecosystem of add-on accessories. Unfortunately, the separately sold wallet was a disappointment, and while the medium pouch is usable, it has some limitations. The front pocket will just barely fit my Samsung S24 Ultra in an S-View case, and that's about it. It's a snug fit with very little room to spare. The good news is that I can carry both a medium and large Yeti Rambler and still access my phone from the front pocket without much trouble. The rear pocket is less useful. It can technically hold my phone, but once a water bottle is in place, getting the phone in and out becomes difficult. I don't see myself using that pocket much. It seems best suited for very thin items, such as a slim wallet, but with only a Velcro closure, I'd be a little concerned about something working its way out if the sling gets tossed around. My biggest design suggestion would be for the front pocket. While it's nice that it opens completely, I would actually prefer if it only opened halfway. That would make it easier to quickly slip my phone in and out without worrying about zipping it closed every time. As it is now, if the zipper is left partially open, the weight of the phone could potentially pull it farther open and create a risk of it falling out. I also think the front pocket could benefit from a little more built-in organization. A slightly thicker design with a few card slots or a small internal zippered pocket for cash would make it significantly more functional. It would reduce the need for the bulky wallet attachment and provide much more convenient access to everyday essentials. Overall, I really like the concept and appreciate the ability to customize the sling with attachments. The build quality is excellent, and it's clearly a thoughtfully designed product. I just wish a bit more organization had been integrated into the sling itself rather than relying so heavily on add-on accessories."
— Tim L. (4/5)
Great with grayl
"Great for international travel"
— Jorge M. (5/5)
Works great
"The sling carrier works great on day trips out with the Geopress. It also has plenty of room for the extra things that usually fill up shorts/pants pockets. Customer service also helped with my questions."
— James B. (5/5)