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My reusable water bottle cracked at the gym last week and I had to buy a plastic one.
I was finishing my workout on Thursday and my metal bottle slipped off the treadmill tray. It hit the floor and got a small crack near the bottom. I was super thirsty, so I bought a single-use plastic bottle from the vending machine for $3. I felt bad about the waste, but I really needed the water. I kept the plastic bottle and have reused it a few times now. Is it better to keep using this plastic one for a while, or should I just recycle it and get a new reusable one right away?
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vera5036mo ago
Totally get feeling bad, but honestly, reusing that plastic bottle is a decent move. I used to toss them right away, but @nathan193's question made me look it up. Those bottles can start to break down after a few weeks, especially if you wash them in hot water. So using it for a little while is fine, just don't make it your forever bottle. Maybe start looking for a new reusable one soon, but you don't have to rush out today.
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clark.kelly6mo ago
Did you know those plastic bottles can get tiny cracks that let bacteria grow? I'd recycle it soon and grab a new reusable one.
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