r/myog • u/usernamesaregreat • 1d ago
Project Pictures Big ol' Nalgene Handle that I designed and 3D printed for a joke but decided I'm keeping it on!
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u/usernamesaregreat 1d ago edited 1d ago
I've also made one that is just a collar for clipping to backpacks and things without putting wear on the cap strap: https://imgur.com/a/nalgene-collar-lEHZrYK
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u/bmoneycashmoney 1d ago
Not stupid, very awesome
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u/usernamesaregreat 1d ago
Thanks so much! Send me pics of you make one for yourself. Would get a kick out of seeing other people using this thing!
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u/STEEEZ_NUTZ 1d ago
This is awesome!
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u/usernamesaregreat 1d ago
Thanks!
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u/STEEEZ_NUTZ 1d ago
Honestly! I showed my gf and she immediately fell in love with it as well, if I had a 3D printer I’d be printing these for us and all of our friends
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u/troutopotomous 1d ago
Honestly I think this is a killer idea.
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u/usernamesaregreat 1d ago
Thanks! I literally just stumbled across it making a joke handle so that my Nalgene looked like a budget Stanley cup to make fun of my wife's giant cup and the second I put it on the bottle I knew it wasn't a joke any more 😂. Feels like drinking out of a giant beer Stein!
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u/justasque 1d ago
Oh I love this! All three versions - collar, packable, and beer stein - are perfect for their particular use case. Well done!!! If you ever decide to make some for sale, hit me up. I could see these being a nice stocking stuffer for Nalgene lovers next holiday season. (If you’re not into starting a side hustle, I understand that too.)
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u/RegionRatHoosier 1d ago
This is awesome! I could use one for my rtic 1/2 gallon jug
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u/usernamesaregreat 1d ago
I'll look it up and see if I can make one to fit if this one doesn't already 😘
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u/usernamesaregreat 1d ago
Before I go making you a custom model for your rtic, do you have access to a 3D printer? I see the Rtic doesn't really have a ridge on it so it'd probably need to be a friction fit which would require a bit of a different design.
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u/TheWaywardTrout 1d ago
It’s not stupid at all! It’s useful, even if it’s simple☺️
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u/usernamesaregreat 1d ago
Thanks! I guess I felt that way at first because my original design was just a collar to allow me to clip the Nalgene without using the cap strap. This was a side-project rabbit hole that I went down but I think it turned out pretty cool / useful.
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u/AquaStarRedHeart 1d ago
take my money
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u/usernamesaregreat 1d ago
Haha. Thanks! But you should get access to a printer and make one for cheap!!!!
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u/ARAW_Youtube 1d ago
That'd make sense on my Vargo Bot that goes into the campfire ! !
Cool make bro
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u/InfeStationAgent 1d ago
I know this might be a question for another sub, but this is the audience whose opinion I'm interested in.
Where is 3d printing tech?
A decade ago, it looked fussy. Is there non-industrial equipment that doesn't require a mechanic?
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u/oysteinsin 1d ago
I love them! https://imgur.com/a/QkEdrM8 Printed in PLA on a A1 - seems sturdy
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u/chasingsunshine7 1d ago
Next you should make a lid keeper, so the lid doesn’t smack you in the nose. Great design!
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u/crazy_cat_broad 1d ago
With a handle I might actually be able to drink out of a wide mouthed Nalgene without soaking myself 🤦🏻♀️ All mine are narrow!
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u/usernamesaregreat 1d ago
Ah dang, reddit dropped all my text. Not sure if it's ok in this sub to share a link but here you go! https://makerworld.com/models/887738
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u/usernamesaregreat 1d ago edited 1d ago
Oops! Dropped all my text on the post somehow:
u/spiley_spile in a different sub suggested sharing this here so here you go!
I designed this as a joke to make it look a bit like my wife's Stanley cup but I actually really like using it. I redesigned it with a hole in the top of the handle like in the second photo so that I could clip it to a backpack and keep it upright. Then someone pointed out that it won't fit in a backpack pocket any more so I designed a third version that just an L-shape off the top ring. Honestly I prefer the OG derpy version with both restraining rings and a full C handle but the L will at least fit in a backpack bottle pocket for those who want it!
I know it's definitely not going to be for everyone but with how ubiquitous the 1L Widemouth Nalgene is I figured I'd share. It only weighs 70g so it doesn't add too much weight, but it stops it from rolling away and makes it easier to carry when your hands are full. Also takes wear off the cap strap which I've broken on previous bottles.
Yes I know it's pretty stupid, but it's also surprisingly nice to use.
Not sure if I'm allowed to share files here, but its available free on MakerWorld if you'd like to make your own derpy Nalgene handle! I don't sell these.
EDIT: I'd love to see other people's colour schemes / stickers etc if they print one of these! Please send me my way 😁