How to Repair a Nalgene Cantene

Nalgene bottles are the the heavy duty water containers commonly seen strapped onto backpacks and mountain bikes across the country. The bottles, including the flexible Cantene version, are made of high-impact resistant plastic and a multi-layer film. They are known for being sturdy, but they occasionally crack, which causes them to leak fluid. With a few supplies, you can fix it on your own.

Things You'll Need

  • Nalgene bottle
  • Super glue or thin epoxy
  • Duct tape or other waterproof tape
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Instructions

    • 1

      Find the leak. Fill the bottle with water and find where it trickles out. Empty the water and dry the bottle.

    • 2

      Seal the inside of the bottle with glue. Fill the crack with super glue or a thin epoxy. Wipe off the excess glue and allow it to dry.

    • 3

      Test the seal. Fill the bottle with water and see if any fluid leaks out. If it does, empty and dry the bottle, and then re-apply a coating of glue. Allow it to dry, and repeat if necessary.

    • 4

      Tape up the crack from outside the bottle. Use duct tape or another waterproof tape to reinforce the crack's seal on the bottle's exterior.