The best reusable straws for your eco-friendly adventures

Ever since that video of a plastic straw up a sea turtle’s nose went viral, there has been a demand for reusable straws. Some companies have agreed to either phase out or entirely get rid of plastic straws in response to the demand. And some restaurants have resorted to using paper straws, bamboo straws, or even bucatini pasta [a noodle with a wide hole in it] to substitute for plastic straws. The call to ban plastic straws is part of a greater conversation about single-use plastics: that coffee cup you get from a store that comes with a plastic lid and sleeve is usually not recyclable. All that trash ends up in a landfill, and unfortunately, can also land in our oceans.  Read more...More about Straws, Eco Friendly, Mashable Shopping, Reusable, and Consumer Tech IMAGE: Urban Outfitters BEST LIGHTWEIGHT STRAW Reusable Silicone Travel Straw A lightweight and portable silicone straw in cute colors, with a clip-on carrying case. Price: $5 for one straw Measurements: 9.5 inches long straw, 2 inch wide case Material: Silicone Accessories: Carrying case made of plastic Dishwasher safe: Yes $5 from Urban Outfitters IMAGE: Amazon THE OG METAL REUSABLE STRAW The FinalStraw The stainless steel straw that inspired many knockoffs, it folds up into a carrying case and comes with a cleaning brush. Price: $24.95 for one straw Measurements: 23 cm long straw, 2 inch wide case Material: Rust-proof stainless steel with a silicone inner tube Accessories: Carrying case made of recycled plastic and metal brush Dishwasher safe: No $24.95 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon THE BEST SILICONE-METAL HYBRID Klean Kanteen Straw Set A stainless steel straw with a silicone tip from the company that makes your favorite water bottle. Price: $19.95 for a pack of 4 Measurements: 8.9" long straw, .385" wide Material: Rust-proof stainless steel with a silicone inner tube Accessories: A brush made with stainless steel and palm bristle fibers Dishwasher safe: Yes $19.95 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon BEST FOR AVOIDING TEETH STAINS The Koffie Straw A skinny straw that delivers liquid past your teeth into your mouth, so they won’t be stained by coffee or red wine. Price: $6.50 for one straw Measurements: 7" long straw Material: 100% silicone Accessories: No Dishwasher safe: Yes $12.99 from Amazon IMAGE: GoSili BEST FOR KIDS The GoSili Reusable Straw Family Pack Silicone straws of varying lengths, perfect for a kid’s cup, in fun colors. Price: $7 for a six pack Measurements: 5 1/2", 6 1/2" and 8" in length with an opening of .5cm Material: 100% silicone Accessories: None Dishwasher safe: Yes $7 from GoSili IMAGE: Amazon THE MOST MODULAR OPTION The Harlov 3 Way Straw A steel and silicone straw that comes in two pieces, so you can have two mini straws or connect them to make one longer one. Price: $12.70 for one straw Measurements: 9-inch long straws Material: Thick, borosilicate glass Accessories: A cleaning brush Dishwasher safe: Yes $14.97 from Amazon