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Old 11-03-19, 09:02 PM
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acantor
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I've used insulated bottles, but I'm not sure they make a noticeable difference. Although it's refreshing to drink cool water on a sweltering day, my guess is that physiologically, the human body needs fluids, whether cold, cool, lukewarm, or air temperature.

Because I drink water frequently while touring, the two (or three) litres I carry usually only lasts two or three hours. Often I approach people I meet en route and ask them to refill my bottles. Most of the time, they ask whether I would like ice added, and I always say yes! After the water has warmed up, I drink it warm!
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