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The Myth and Math of Winter Hydration

Discover the science behind winter hydration: how cold weather affects hydration needs, why traditional hydration signals fail, and what this means for winter athletes. Learn why staying hydrated in winter is more challenging—and more important—than you think.

VASSR Product Design Part 3: Path to a Prototype

Follow VASSR's evolution from bench testing to integrated prototype. Discover how we tested key components, tackled cold-weather battery performance, and made crucial design decisions that would shape our innovative snow-melting water bottle.

VASSR Product Design Part 2: How to Melt Snow

Explore the core engineering decisions behind VASSR: comparison of snow melting methods, analyzing efficiency data, and designing innovative solutions for snow collection. Follow our journey from bench testing to practical prototype.

Winter Hydration Solutions: A Practical Comparison

A detailed comparison of winter hydration solutions, from traditional water bottles to modern snow-melting technology. Discover the pros and cons of each method and how VASSR is evolving winter hydration capabilities.

VASSR Product Design Part 1: Kickoff

The first steps of bringing VASSR from concept to reality: selecting a product design partner, evaluating development paths, and making foundational decisions that would shape this innovative winter hydration solution.

The VASSR Origin Story

Read the story behind VASSR. What gave me the idea and why I think it will be the perfect companion and tool for outdoor winter sports.

Erik’s outdoor winter day trip gear list

Discover the essential winter day trip gear you need for outdoor adventures, from base layers to hydration systems. Learn expert tips on staying warm, managing risk, and packing smart for cold conditions.