Hydration Packs - sucky, sucky.

Unknown · June 2007

Hi all,

i've done a search on this but it didn't seem to produce much of a list. so, i'd like to ask what hyrdation packs people use; how big they are (if not too much of a personal question), what you like/dislike about them and more importantly have you named it?[:)]

I'm after a pack for 1-2 hour rides which can carry tubes and the usual bike bits including a small pump and mac.

let me have it![;)]

razer · June 2007

Ive just bought a 2l camelback and was advised that i should think along the terms of 1l of fluid per hour. so a 2 hour ride would be fine with a 2l pack.

The pack also has 2 pouches in which i use for tools and a spare tube. There is also a netted bit for my pump.

Unknown · June 2007

cool.

do you know the model name of the pack?

Anonymous · June 2007

For me the Decathlon packs offer the best value for money (if you are near one), half the price of their named counterparts and no difference in quality (yes I have had both)

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Bazzowmb · June 2007

Check this out, which IMO is a quality piece of kit and at a good price:

http://www.ukbikestore.co.uk/acatalog/i ... 70221.html

Would do everything your after but NO 'I haven't named it!'

razer · June 2007

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cool.

do you know the model name of the pack?
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Sorry i dont have it to hand at the moment but it was about œ45.

Unknown · June 2007

Camelbak Mule '07 model, œ37ish inc del (rrp œ55+) from the states. Bargain!

....oh and delivery only took about 7 days as well.

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Unknown · June 2007

Just bought a Gelert 2l pack ( couple of weeks ago ) from an Army & Navy type store - looks the real deal - cost..... œ14.99 - if you stuck a Camelbak logo on to it the price would have been around œ25-œ30 more! - See if I can find a link later.

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ED209 · June 2007

I've got a camelbak mayhem, 3l water and 10l storage (I think), ~œ55, it's good.

Tesco get some OK ones in from time to time, but that Gelert one above looks fantastic for the money! Think I might get one for the Mrs.

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Anonymous · June 2007

œ55!! you'd get two at decathlon for that

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ED209 · June 2007

Pah! The only time I've managed to actually go to a Decathlon and remember that I wanted to buy something was about 800 miles away in Barcelona one time.

They need to have an online shop...

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Unknown · June 2007

I use a Decathlon Bag (3l) , works well and holds loads

Timmywmb · June 2007

Ive got a Mule & a High Sierra one from costo...

High Sierra was œ11-12... amazing value, i use it all the time! more than Mule...

Anonymous · June 2007

Suppose that help keeps costs low, not running a website, mail order dept

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Unknown · June 2007

I've got a North Face Megamouth, is 17L total capacity with a 3L bladder and the world's greatest bite valve (which clips to your chest strap with a magnet!). It's a little heavy for a 2/3 hour pootle but for a longer ride which involves taking waterproofs & food it's absolutel marvellous!

I also have a Da Kine Shuttle which is 6L capacity with a 2L bladder. It's got bugger all storage space in it if you want to carry anything other than a few tools and a waterproof (which would have to be strapped to the front) but is light and comfy to wear for a few hours pootling round the woods.

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tinytjf · June 2007

I've got a North Face Hammerhead which is the model down from Cazz's. 12L is perfect for a day ride with a fleece/waterproof and food and carries my camera no worries. Absolutely brilliant! That magnet is inspired too.

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papasmurf. · June 2007

I also have the megamouth, but use a platypus bladder in it, as its easier to fill and the bit value is also very good and gives you a slightly higher volumne flow the the nalgeen one it came with. plus the quick release hose started to leak. But the magnet is great, only problem is it picks things up (like lock keys) and you end up going mad trying to find something you know you put next to your pack!!

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Atz · June 2007

With the Wiggle promo on at the moment I'm picking up some spares that I'm missing and thought I might grab a hydro pack to water myself and shove the spares into. I'm thinking of getting the Camelbak Mayhem. Any opinions about it?

Hole Nut · June 2007

Where do I start..
I have 2 camelbacks, a basic one (very old) and a Mule. Don't like either the straps are a pain in the arse. Cant remember the brand of the third but it's pretty good (they make good rucksacks if thats a help) I got it from Blacks.
The Deutor one I have is splendid and I'll stick with this brand thanks.

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Hole Nut · June 2007

Lowe alpine! thats it......It's pretty good, fits like a small parachute.

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saz · June 2007

<blockquote id="quote">quote:<hr height="1" noshade id="quote">Originally posted by Cazzdevil
the world's greatest bite valve (which clips to your chest strap with a magnet!).
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OOOh...I want one that does that. Mine keeps hooking on to my handlebars when I least expect it.
I have the Camelbak magic. ( last years model got it in sale from Evans ) Its ok for a wee blast round Glentress but if you fill the 2l bladder right up its really overfull and uncomfortable. Not much space for anthing really apart from a spare tube, a flapjack, glasses, spare contacts and lipgloss![:X]
I always take a few nice blokes with me and hope they have tools![;)]

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Unknown · June 2007

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I always take a few nice blokes with me and hope they have tools![;)]

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that sounds dodgey.

Unknown · June 2007

<blockquote id="quote">quote:<hr height="1" noshade id="quote">Originally posted by Hole Nut

Lowe alpine! thats it......It's pretty good, fits like a small parachute.

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do you know roughly what the capacity is?

Unknown · June 2007

Tony Mc posted this on another thread:

http://www.springfield-camping.co.uk/br ... ce/Dogfish

looks like a nice little pack.

I've just gone for a camelbak rogue as i didn't want anything too beefy.

ratty2k · June 2007

<blockquote id="quote">quote:<hr height="1" noshade id="quote">Originally posted by Atz

With the Wiggle promo on at the moment I'm picking up some spares that I'm missing and thought I might grab a hydro pack to water myself and shove the spares into. I'm thinking of getting the Camelbak Mayhem. Any opinions about it?
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Just bought one as my original Mule wasn't quite big enough. I was impressed with the Mule, and am just as impressed by the Mayhem, 3 liters of extra storage compared to my Mule- which will allow me to get my jacket in and make carrying my camera easier as well. Bought mine in the browny camo colour, mainly as most mud seems to dry something like and it'll look cleaner for longer...

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Tony Mc · June 2007

http://www.outdoorkit.co.uk/products/th ... ory_id=258

Should be sufficent for the all dayer

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