Stop carrying both a water bottle and cooking pot, the BOT is designed to be used as both. In typical backpacks the BOT fits nicely into the water bottle pocket for easy access whether you are drinking water or preparing a quick meal. The screw-top lid was designed to be turned upside-down for cooking and the temperature resistant O-ring wont melt when exposed to high heat. The lid was designed to be pot-lifter friendly and easy to grip