Which Cambelback?

Eyon

Which Camelback shall i get?

I'd like 3L of water to be carried, and the only other thing i bring is a few tools, a spare tube, some energy bars and the like. Not needing it to carry anything as its purely for biking, not commuting or anything.

Thanks

warpcow

The Lobo is perfect for what you describe, and if pushed can take enough kit for a whole day (bear essentials mind). The fit is quite nice too. It's very long on the back, but narrow, so it's relatively stable and comfortable with just a quick cinch of the chest-strap needed occasionally as the bladder empties.

I'm sure there are other manufacturers with something similar too, but I've never tried them.

nickfrog

Lobo is OK if you're sure you're never gonna need any more space for a bit of clothing for instance, if you do and can spend a whole £7 more then you could get a Mule...

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nickfrog wrote:

spend a whole £7 more then you could get a Mule...

This.

warpcow

You can fit a windproof, spare top and leg-warmers in a Lobo with some well placed violence :twisted:

nickfrog

warpcow wrote:

You can fit a windproof, spare top and leg-warmers in a Lobo with some well placed violence :twisted:

And about 0.5L of water in the reservoir...

popstar

Rogue is the bestest. 3L of water and 2 large pockets/compartments to store your essentials. I have Mule NV, and sometimes it feels a bit big but then it serves as a spine protector if I crash.

Merlin Cycles have great deals on them.

submityournentries

+1 for the mule. big enough for all my crap, but if you pull the straps its shrinks down quite well. nice big 3L bladder, and a well organised front pocket for tools and spares. sorted.

sniper68

Mule here aswell 8)

montriff

I got a mule for forty odd quid by using gooutdoors price promise against sports direct were it was £50

Lucozade1

+1 +1 fotr the mule, best deals at wiggle and merlin, wife has lobo, which is ok for her because i end up carrying all the spares, tools, jackets and food....

BlueAdvocate

Mule; remember it can be compressed if you've not got a waterproof or extra base layer in it. As above Merlin have a good deal at the moment.

whistleblower

I have the Mule and it's great. You can get loads of water in it or you can get that out and put all your things in. Loads of pockets, zips, etc.

Frodo1095

Just sold my Lobo and bought a Mule NV

dubcat

Is the NV much different to the Mule NV? Is the difference worth it?

Anonymous

Mule if you want a Tardis-like bag. I can even get an SLR in mine with 3L of water, 2 tubes, pump, tools, wallet, phone and snack

Oh and you can stick a helmet in the expanding pouch on the front, though maybe not a full-face which is probably the kind of helmet you'll want to be carrying rather than wearing when doing climbs.

The NV just adds back protection. A good thing if you're carrying stuff that will dig into your back when you fall .

But the Mule could be OTT for just carrying a few bits and pieces, but as said it does compact down.

jayson

Have u thought about a hydrapak instead? I think the bladder fastener sealing clip is alot more secure than the camelbak system personally, i have a 3 litre 'big sur' pack and ive been very happy with it.

rhext

Mule for me too! When I bought it I was a bit disappointed that it didn't seem to have enough space for a lightweight overnight stop (looks bigger than it actually is on the website).

But having subsequently used it on all-day trips, you can compress it down to next-to-nothing if you only want basic toolkit plus water, but still expand it to carry a spare tyre, tubes, waterproof, tool-kit, energy bars, first aid kit etc, if you want to do something a little more challenging.