Hydration rucksacks - choice of 2

boogercj
boogercj Posts: 316
edited September 2009 in MTB buying advice
Deuter Compact EXP8 or Hydrapak Big Sur?

That is all. :lol:
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  • jwindeatt
    jwindeatt Posts: 50
    I have the hydrapack and find it a good alternative to the Camelback. the resevoir is reversable for easier cleaning and you can remove the drink tube for cleaning as well. I get the normal spare jacket, tubes, food in as well so it can carry enough far a day out. The only small niggle is the bite valve can some times get stuck and drip all over you.

    hope that helps
  • .blitz
    .blitz Posts: 6,197
    mrs.blitz has a Deuter Speedlite and it's far more versatile than a CamelBak. Very cleverly designed and well made.
  • pte1643
    pte1643 Posts: 518
    jwindeatt wrote:
    a good alternative to the Camelback.
    .blitz wrote:
    far more versatile than a CamelBak.

    Both valid points.
    I have a Camelbak Mule... To be fair it's not the "Holy Grail" of hydration packs, like the press have you believe. Doesn't "Hug" your back as well as it should.
  • rowlers
    rowlers Posts: 1,614
    I have the EXP8, and it is superb! loads of room, well thought out!
    You don't even know know your wearing it!
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  • boogercj
    boogercj Posts: 316
    Cheers all, reckon i'm settled on the EXP 8, due to the external snack pockets, and aforementioned reasons. :lol:

    Probs go for the Hydrapak pouch though, sounds like a decentalternative to Camelbak, and you can get the whole lot for £25, tubes and all. 8)
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