"Good product - friends like it who use hydration system"
05/03/13
This is my first Camelbak Hydration system. I am old school - backpacking for over 40 years - and I have always used the old water bottle hanging off your pack everywhere. This is so compact and easy to use. I don't know what took me so long. My friends have all got and use different types of hydration systems, but all love the protective sleeve that helps in carrying and hanging the bag when not in your pack. Quarter turn to close refill port is nice, large refill port is easy to fill. This is a well made and attractive new part of my backpacking equipment. If you need to replace your Hydration System or have never used one - this is what you want!
This Camelback bladder is an essential piece of equipment I take on every backpacking trip or long day hike. When water is hard to find, an extra 3 Liters (100 ounces) that slips into your backpack can be the difference between enjoyment and dehydration. The protective sleeve keeps the bladder from being punctured, and there are several hooks/straps located in various places to help attach it to backpacks. Why pay $100 or more for a separate 100oz pack when you can get this for $45-50?