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If you are going to buy a hydration pack, then first you have to make sure that the pack is designed for the activity you intend to use it for, and after that you have to consider things like size, water storage capacity, and some extra features.
A hydration pack is designed specifically to supply water contained from a reservoir or “bladder” commonly made of rubber or flexible plastic which make drinking convenient and efficient.
PROS • Good choice for those who require extra space. • It can store upto 3 liter of water. • Shoulder straps are very comfortable even when packed full for a long. • The insulated parts work great for keeping water whatever temperature you like.
1 CamelBak 2016 M.U.L.E. Hydration Pack One of the bestselling and longest-running CamelBak packs. It has everything you need in a hydration pack. It has a narrow-gauge design that keeps it light and maneuverable -so even when it’s fully loaded for a day of mountain biking, it won’t get in your way.
CONS • A bit heavy in weight as compare to other hydration packs. • Upper chest strap rides too high, even when adjusted to its lowest setting. • Waist strap is a bit narrow.
Allows you to carry three liters of water and a day’s worth of snacks and gear. With a magnetic tube trap that snaps easily into place, you can hydrate without taking your eyes off the trail.
PROS • There is a shoulder pad which makes it comfortable and easy to carry. • Adjustable chest and waist strap with tail holder which is convenient for long journeys. • It has a bottom pocket which contains mesh pockets to sort your mostly used stuff and one clip. • You can attach other MOLLE gear to this pack as both its top and bottom pockets has addition space for it. • Sleek and compact design: 19” x 10” x 1.5” in size and 22 ounces in weight.
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2 Tactical Hydration Pack Unigear Tactical Hydration Pack has multiple pockets and is equipped with MOLLE system, which is one of the best hydration solutions that will serve you whenever you would need it.
• Comes with external bungee straps which can be used for carrying additional things. • Compact, lightweight, and tough. • Mesh pocket to hold the Music Angel for listening to tunes while riding.
PROS • Tough, water resistant high-density 600D polyester fabric construction rope and high quality buckles. • Perfect for hiking, running, cycling, walking or taking with you for the day. • Roomy storage pockets to safely carry your belongings along with you. • Made from good material. Zippers are large and solid. • The chest straps prevents bouncing from exercising or biking.
PROS • Lightweight, breathable, and convenient. • Adjustable shoulder / chest straps which can cover chest sizes from 27” up to 50” size. • It’s main compartment is covered with diamond Ripstop nylon material. • Body is water resistant so your stuff stay dry in light / medium rain. • The pockets are conveniently located, so you can access whatever you have stored away while still moving. • Great customer service.
• Water bladder is not made up to standard. •Bulky nozzle which makes it hard to use while wearing a helmet. • Poorly sewn with multiple missed spots along the seams.
This hydration pack holds 2.5 liters of water, features a low-profile design and a minimal empty pack. It weighs in at just 1.3 pounds. In order to give better performance it has been constructed with 600-denier rip-stop polyester which can stand up to the rigors of your job environment every day.
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Vibrelli Hydration Pack
• High quality water bladder. • Comes with reflective safety tabs which helps in keeping you visible at low light.
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Lightweight, durable and has many cool features which makes it one of the best hydration packs available. It has a high flow bite-valve which can be shut off with a button. Made from medical grade materials with an antimicrobial treatment. Intelligent storage options without being bulky. Weighs just 14oz (415g), and is perfect cycling pack or running backpack.
• Because of the low price, material quality is not very good. • Not good if you want to carry some heavy weight things. • Opening for a water bladder once filled is very small and hard to get into the back pack.
4 G4Free hydration pack Sports runner Hydration Backpack with Bladder G4Free Hydration Pack provides you enough hydration for your whole day out. It has adjustable shoulder / chest / waist straps. Extendable bite valve makes it easy to reach and the complete pack size: L-8.26 x H-19.68 x W-4.72 inches. Volume of 12L with 3L Bladder which is enough space to hold your necessities for travelling.
CONS • Shoulder straps could use a little more padding. • The mouthpiece is not very good. • The water reservoir makes the water have peculiar taste like plastic.
5 Camden Gear hydration pack with 1.5 L Water Bladder The Camden Gear Hydration Pack provides you 70 Oz. of water which will be sufficient for a run or a small hike. Very lightweight and has breathable mesh fabric with chest and waist straps for a snug fit. Water reservoir bladder is made from high quality material that can be cleaned easily by using warm water. It has many storage pockets which helps you to carry more stuff with you.
CONS • Insulated hose doesn’t stay cool for a long time. • Opening is small and located in a weird place. • Some people have complained that the straps are uncomfortable.
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