What type of shaker do you use for protein shakes? [Archive] - Wanna Be Big Bodybuilding and Weightlifting Forums

Ironman15

02-20-2006, 06:08 PM

I've just got a regular shaker from GNC. Nothing too special. It has the thing in it to break up the clumps when you shake it. I think the main thing for me has been finding one that doesn't leak. I've probably went through half a dozen because they start leaking. I guess they didn't seal well at the top. So I guess one that lasts and seals tight is what I look for.

getfit

02-20-2006, 06:11 PM

i have the ultimate and i don't like it at all, need to purchase a new one

Anthony

02-20-2006, 06:12 PM

I was using the ultimate shaker from GNC but have recently switched to Nalgene. This thing is gold. I'm writing a review on it soon.

getfit

02-20-2006, 06:16 PM

Anthony did you buy it online?

kad

02-20-2006, 06:36 PM

I use bodybuilding.com's shakers.

Anthony

02-20-2006, 06:48 PM

sylvia: I bought mine at sportchek ... not sure if they exist in Montreal or not. But check out your local sport stores and they should have some.

Phelon

02-20-2006, 06:56 PM

where can i get a good 'cheap' shaker at? i guess gnc? but are thye worth it>?

dissipate

02-21-2006, 01:28 AM

[quote]What features do you like? What features do you dislike?[quote]
i thought they are all about the same (?!) lol. i have two from GNC and they work fine.

getfit

02-21-2006, 02:23 AM

sylvia: I bought mine at sportchek ... not sure if they exist in Montreal or not. But check out your local sport stores and they should have some.
ok cool, i'll have a look this wknd.

J450n

02-21-2006, 03:00 AM

MET-RX mix boy, newer version, deeper 'lip'. Old one's lid used to burst off mid shake.. was always fun...

rdkraus

02-21-2006, 07:16 AM

I use a Rubbermaid I bought at Pathmark. It works great, and does not leak. It does not have a clump buster, but with AtLarge products, you don't need one. I recommend it.

ericg

02-21-2006, 11:24 AM

Nalgene, works perfect.

Ricochet_kid

02-26-2006, 07:51 AM

The nalgenes are great. I bought a few of them, and I prefill them and have them ready to snatch on my way out. One thing I wanted to mention is to avoid the nalgenes with the narrow opening at the top. Get the ones with the wider opening. They are much easier to get the protein powder into, and to clean. (Especially when you forget, and leave the thing with slimy protein shake residue in your gym bag for two days)....Not that I've done that or anything.

I use this shape and it works awesome:
http://www.tahoerimtrail.org/shop-images/Nalgene.jpg

Edit: Incidentally I think I bought mine at Sportcheck too, if I remember right..

clawhammer_33

02-26-2006, 11:38 AM

I pour a little bit of protein in my mouth, then add water, and violently shake my head, works great.

not really, I use rubbermaid, and/or gejneric cheapies. I like a wide opening, and measurements on the side, thick plastic is always preferable.

Beast

02-26-2006, 09:15 PM

I've only seen one kind of shaker... the free one that I received from bulknutrition is great. It's lasted me over a year, too, and never leaks.

BG5150

02-27-2006, 10:00 AM

I got a set of naglene-like bottles at Costco for like 5 bucks. They are really wide-mouthed, so it's difficult to drink anything while moving. Plus, there is no flip top--you have to unscrew the cap (which is held to the neck of the bottle so you don't lose it).

But they are easy to clean, and most importantly, they don't hold the smell of anything like my old GNC shakers. And, with the wide mouth, it's a cinch to add protein powder. I also make lemonade or iced tea in them--one scoop, shut and shake for nicely mixed, refreshing drink.

I use the GNC's now in the gym for my water so I can drink whilst I move around.

But four quality bottles for 5 bucks is worth it to me!

Anthony

02-27-2006, 10:09 AM

I got a set of naglene-like bottles at Costco for like 5 bucks. They are really wide-mouthed, so it's difficult to drink anything while moving.

The Nalgene has an insert available so this isn't a problem. I'm not sure if they would fit your costco bottles, though.

TwiloMike

02-27-2006, 10:58 AM

I use a stainless steel shaker. It's got a main body, a top with an enclosed perforated portion, and a small cap that fits over the perf'ed portion. It's awesome and doesn't leak, though it gets really cold from the cold milk. I'd love a WBB logo on a shaker. :) It's for alcoholic beverages but works great for milk+Nitrean.

Jorge Sanchez

02-27-2006, 01:56 PM

I use Nalgene too and I love them. In fact, I just bought another one from Sport Chek as well. You can buy them at most sports store though.

They`re basically indestructible, have measurements on the side, they come in tons of different sizes (although 1L is ideal for almost everything) and thanks to the loop at the top, they are easy to carry and attach to a gym bag.

BCC

02-28-2006, 01:37 AM

I have tons of bodybuilding.com shakers. On some the lids don't screw on evenly. Although the ones that do work well enough.

I used to have a tupper ware/rubber maid goober which didn't leak for 4 years. Then one day at work the lid flew off and made a nice mess.

sCaRz*Of*PaiN

02-28-2006, 03:16 AM

Uh...I either get mine from Hi-Health or GNC. They only have 20 oz. shakers, but that's fine for now. The shakers from GNC are easy to drink from and they seem like good quality. I like how tight the lids stay on with the shakers from Hi-Health. Spilling sucks.

Hatred

02-28-2006, 05:50 PM

I use the shakers from Vitamin Shoppe. Vitaminder is the brandname.
I had to wait until they ordered a new batch and Bought 5.

Hatred

02-28-2006, 05:50 PM

LOL @ Anthony's Obscure-ass choices.

sCaRz*Of*PaiN

02-28-2006, 11:03 PM

LOL @ Anthony's Obscure-ass choices.Which is why everyone picked the bottom choice. ;)

Anthony

03-01-2006, 06:20 AM

I picked the most popular brands listed in a previous thread. The "ultimate shaker" which is sold by GNC is the same concept as most shakers you see being sold by supplement companies. If you have a better list, feel free to let me know and I'll alter the poll.

muscleup

03-10-2006, 03:23 PM

I use a Tupperware shaker. Clear cup, blue top & red cap.
Measures cups, oz, L and mL

brian136

03-10-2006, 07:08 PM

i use the blender bottle (www.blenderbottle.com)

it uses a little metal spring ball thing to mix up in a normal shaker bottle.. it works great and never leaks... gnc shakers are junk in my opinion.. they always leak and you cant put them in the dishwasher cus that little rubber seal shrinks up and then the **** leaks.. i have used dpsnutrition shakers which are about the same as gnc only no rubber seal.. they dont leak but i dont like how the opening for the mouth closes.. much like gnc where it like doesnt "click" on and give you that sense of security.

sCaRz*Of*PaiN

03-11-2006, 03:29 AM

dissipate

03-20-2006, 08:12 PM

i use the blender bottle (www.blenderbottle.com)

i'm so tempted to get some. but shipping to australia would cost a bomb :(

and i've changed my mind about GNC shakers. they're crappy. one leaked into my bag yesterday and soaked my school notes. another (brand new) leaked into my hands while i was holding it upside down. i'm never putting them in my bag again.

pruneman

03-23-2006, 03:42 PM

I just started using a nalgene bottle because of the hype they've been getting around here. It worked beautifully. The things are bomb-proof.

getfit

03-23-2006, 03:43 PM

yep, i bought a nalgene at loblaws from all places! i'm very pleased

J450n

03-24-2006, 03:48 AM

Nalgene?

Flexin

03-24-2006, 09:13 AM

Anthony

03-24-2006, 09:16 AM

Nalgene?

http://www.nalgene-outdoor.com/

Best shaker ever.

Anthony

03-24-2006, 09:19 AM

Bought 4 of those blender bottles for 22$ per the recommendation here. I have to say that I like a lot so far. Best bottles I've owned to be honest.

Thanks for the tip!!

Here is the link

http://catalog.hsn.com/prod-12678/qc/qc0030/hp!sf!dept/1683488/1683488.htm

They look like the typical gravy shaker. They probably have a rubber ring inside the top, which means they will eventually dry, crack, and leak. Unless you lose it first. And the flip lid means you can't trust them in your gym bag as it will eventually catch on something and pop open. Overall, pure crap.

Sorry!

Flexin

03-24-2006, 10:06 AM

Actually there is no rubber ring, it uses some other method of no leak. Don't worry I'm not gonna trust in the dishwasher though. Since I never put these in a gym bag the cap thing would never bother me.

I don't see how its pure crap, but hey since you owned one you would know right!

The nalgene for me are a pain to clean.. I like the wide mouth workout type bottles.. well see how long they last. If they last 6months, thats good enough for me...

J450n

03-24-2006, 10:12 AM

http://www.nalgene-outdoor.com/

Best shaker ever.

Does the nalgene have some sort of method of mixing the powder into your liquid? Can't seem to see it, i.e Mixboy - grid system.

Anthony

03-24-2006, 10:20 AM

Does the nalgene have some sort of method of mixing the powder into your liquid? Can't seem to see it, i.e Mixboy - grid system.

No, it doesn't have one. And doesn't need one. I was skeptical at first, but my shakes are actually better without it.

Anthony

03-24-2006, 10:25 AM

Actually there is no rubber ring, it uses some other method of no leak. Don't worry I'm not gonna trust in the dishwasher though. Since I never put these in a gym bag the cap thing would never bother me.

No rubber ring is a bonus, but the flip lid is still a pain. The thing I like about the nalgene is that I can use it for shakes, quick rinse, then immediately use it as a water bottle.

I don't see how its pure crap, but hey since you owned one you would know right!
I haven't used that exact one, but I have used that style. Never again.

The nalgene for me are a pain to clean.. I like the wide mouth workout type bottles.. well see how long they last. If they last 6months, thats good enough for me...
Are you kidding? This is one of my top features. 200ml of hot water, piece of paper towel, shake the **** out of it, empty, rinse, and it's SPOTLESS.

J450n

03-24-2006, 10:26 AM

No, it doesn't have one. And doesn't need one. I was skeptical at first, but my shakes are actually better without it.

I used to use something similar but the powder didn't mix well. Though that probably comes down to the certain powder itself, which i don't use anymore anyway.

Anthony

03-24-2006, 10:42 AM

J450n

03-24-2006, 10:59 AM

I use nitrean and it works really well. The problem I had with the "clump buster" is that I use the shaker several times a day. After the first use, I would wash all the pieces (pain in the ass) and just shake it dry. If the "clump buster" wasn't perfectly dry by the time I had my next shake, the protein would stick to it and create little clumps. More of an annoyance to clean than anything else, but it's definitely a bonus now that it doesn't happen anymore.

I use mine 3-4 times a day, it can be a pain to clean. Especially the 'clump buster', er and if left a day or two, tends to smell, which is hard to shift.... and therefore have to buy new ones now and again...... You are wondering why i'm still using it? Seems to be the only thing supp shops around here sell.

Anthony

03-24-2006, 11:05 AM

I use mine 3-4 times a day, it can be a pain to clean. Especially the 'clump buster', er and if left a day or two, tends to smell, which is hard to shift.... and therefore have to buy new ones now and again...... You are wondering why i'm still using it? Seems to be the only thing supp shops around here sell.

I hear ya man. Once you get that milky smell into those things, it just doesn't come out.

Not the case with the Nalgene. I've actually left 1cm of milky protein goodness in the shaker for a couple of days to test things out. I made sure to keep it in a warm environment too.

200ml of hot water + wad of paper towel + shake the hell out of it = perfectly clean and no smell. You might have to use a dishrag to get the crusty milk out of the cover, but that's usually an extreme case.

dissipate

03-24-2006, 04:44 PM

which nalgene bottle is it anthony? and does it have the mixer grid thing that breaks up the powder clumps?

Spence

03-24-2006, 06:16 PM

I pour a little bit of protein in my mouth, then add water, and violently shake my head, works great.
:D awesome!!

I didn't know people thought so much about their shakers!!! But yes Nalgene all the way! I have one for water too. Though I've managed (somehow) to lose a few in the past....

brian136

03-25-2006, 01:34 AM

the blender bottles are actuall pretty nice... they flip top lid is nothing like a gnc lid... they really click on... i have never had a problem with them leaking or opening easily..

as for using a few times a day... what i like to do is i mix my shakes with milk... instead of rinsing the shaker out and what not during the day i jsut pour my milk back in the shaker when i an finished drinking... then i put it back in the fridge... then the spring that is used to shake up is submerged in milk and wont get nasty... then i usually wash at the end of the day in the dishwasher..

i have about 5 blender bottles... and i still run out becuase i am nothing but lazy and dont wash them enough

Anthony

03-27-2006, 06:57 AM

which nalgene bottle is it anthony? and does it have the mixer grid thing that breaks up the powder clumps?

The 32oz wide mouth. There's no mixer grid. If you're using a decent protein (nitrean!), it actually mixes better without one.

mrelwooddowd

03-27-2006, 10:17 PM

i have a couple GNc Pro Performance, Elite Series shakers..

www.gncproperformance.com

ironwolf4555

04-03-2006, 09:12 PM

i just use a regular ol sports bottle. Its got smooth sides and so the stuff dosent clump when u shake it hard, and it never leaks since its a screw on. Works completely fine fo me :) . its easy to clean to.

JesseM

04-04-2006, 09:36 AM

:withstupi

My regular sports bottle blends just as good as the bottles with the blades. It also doesn't leak like some of the shakers I tried, which is odd considering they featured rubber gaskets that the sports bottle lacks.

mrelwooddowd

04-05-2006, 05:52 PM

You know, my GNC shakers don't have a screen and I never have clumping issues. I use 6-star whey at the moment, and it's actually the only brand I've ever had in them. I used to use that crap Body Fortress, and it clumped horribly. I think it's all a matter of quality of product, more than anything.

Organichu

04-06-2006, 05:05 AM

I think it's all a matter of quality of product, more than anything.

Agreed. I mix my Nitrean (w/ water) in a glass with a spoon.

J450n

04-06-2006, 05:24 AM

I think it's all a matter of quality of product, more than anything.

I'd say thats true for the most part. Though i've tryed a number of different powders and found that the cheaper ones did tend to clump more often but there were few of the more exp ones did also clump slightly, enough to be noticeable. I do think the 'grid/clump buster' etc does make it smoother/easier to drink.

Risk10k

04-06-2006, 05:27 AM

I have 5 Max's shakers, 5 tupperwear style ones, 15 300ml pansy ass ones, 3 rubber maids, and a couple of obscure ones. The max's ones are working out well.

leveque

04-06-2006, 09:07 PM

I just use a tupperware cup with a screw-on lid...one that has the volume measurements on the side. However, I do mix my drinks ahead of time and put them in the fridge...this may help the dissolving process.

Thomas

04-07-2006, 01:48 PM

buchsteiner one is good, it never leaks.. ever. the clump buster has gaps that are a bit too big though

cts122

04-12-2006, 12:38 AM

I personally have for a good while used gatorade 32 oz bottles from walmart there like 75 cents with gatorade, i use a funnel to get the powder in, but since i dont put water through the funnel it never needs to be cleaned. When I am done I just shake warm water to clean it out. Every two or three days ill shake it with soap if it retains a protein smell. If they start to smell I just chuck them.

I like what I hear about the nalgenes since i switched to gatorades after i noticed protein makes bottles smell but there expensive, can you get them anywhere for under 10? Sports authority has a knockoff for 10.

jkirkpatrick

04-12-2006, 09:02 AM

One of those water bottles with the screw on cap. You know the ones - the bottles that seemingly every university student has clipped to their backpack with faux mountain climbing clips.

Small size, Champion whey, no clumps.

cy6ex

04-13-2006, 11:50 PM

I've gone thru a few shakers but have to say that the one that comes free with meso tech from muscle tech is the best. Absolutely no worries with spills while shaking.

There also a plastic grid thingy in there that really helps with the mixing of shakes. :thumbup:

dissipate

05-13-2006, 01:49 AM

where can i get clump busters for the nalgene bottles? a relative is in the US for a couple of days..

Anthony

05-13-2006, 05:52 AM

I don't think Nalgene makes clump busters. But that's a good thing. You don't need them.

dissipate

05-13-2006, 06:33 AM

?? why not?

Anthony

05-13-2006, 06:54 AM

Because the protein mixes perfectly without them. In fact, my Nitrean mixes BETTER without the clump buster.

L3THAL

06-26-2008, 06:13 PM

Use the GNC shaker

gamodye

07-02-2008, 03:04 PM

i used to have the ultimate shaker, however i dropped it and it broke, i just use a blender now

ProLogic

07-03-2008, 01:36 AM

I use a magic bullet.

Iron Man

07-03-2008, 09:03 PM

I use a magic bullet.

I used that for a while, but it made my shake all foamy. Does it not make yours foamy?

Right now I mix it up in a glass with a spoon.

Vince123

09-12-2008, 05:59 PM

I use a supplement store shaker. You just push the top on to the container. Got a new one about a month ago, it twists on,
it's useless, threw it out. Still have the old one.

Irish Pilot

10-08-2008, 08:25 PM

Blender Bottle. Best Ive found so far, and at $6 at GNC etc. its easily replaceable. I have however recently purchased some Nalgenes that are supposidly "odor free" which may help you (you know how those bottles get lol)