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Hi.
I'm after a vacuum flask for hot drinks. This is actually a gift rather than something small and light just for riding with.
I'd like about a 1 litre capacity, can keep hot drinks properly hot 8hrs, not too heavy but durable (my last one smashed when I dropped it 🙁 ). Must include at least one mug for drinking from.
I've seen some ok looking ones from Promus and Stanley, any opinions of these?
The Thermos stainless steel ones are good - I have a small one and it's very durable and does exactly what you'd expect.
Not a litre am afraid, not half that, but needs a mention - I bought a flip-top one from Morrisons, it has been astonishingly reliable and just about perfect for 6 months now. Ingenious as only need one hand to open, close, drink etc. If they do this in a bigger size I would be looking at that, but this size keeps me happy enough.
Review (not mine) here http://airdrierambler.wordpress.com/reviews/gear-reviews/on-the-go-flask/
I love my Stanley Classic (which I got as a gift). Nicely made, handled lots of abuse and stays hot for a lot longer than 8 hours.
Kleen Kanteen stuff is great for carrying hot drinks.
I know you said that it wasn't for biking, but their [url= http://www.kleankanteen.com/collections/bottles/products/vacuum-insulated-12oz?variant=860262087 ]12oz bottle[/url] fits in a King Cage on the bike.
Edit - The above link is to their US site, but they're easy to pick up in UK.
I've got a Thermos Ultimate flask. Pre-warmed with hot water before I put liquid in, it keeps drinks hot for ages....
I've just ordered a Thermos 'King'. Bit bigger than the ultimate, but not as bulky as a Classic. Thanks for your feedback.