Camelbak

[spiderkzn]

Hi guy

 

The Maxed hydration backpack I bought from Mr Price Sport years ago zipper just snapped off. So now I'm decide to buy proper Camelbak sometime next week, been research and I think Lobo is the option which it can carry 2litre bladder, store various stuff etc... And I like to hear your option and what camelbak you use?

[vinylguy]

i got the rouge, also 2lt and has two pouches for stuff...

 

very cool hydration pack

 

bought it from these guys, next day delivery and free

 

http://www.cyclesonline.co.za/camelbak-rouge/

[PeterF]

Go for the Lobo, a bit more space for bombs, energy bars, spare tubes, e.t.c.

[Kranswurm]

I am on my second Mule...........best there is

[Mojoman]

Lobo for me.

[AJP]

Isn't the Lobo a 3lt?

[Music Pirate]

I use a really old H.A.W.G. .... a very good piece of gear........

[spiderkzn]

Isn't the Lobo a 3lt?

 

I think you might be right. got confuse sorry.

[Mushilele]

Also look at Osprey Packs. I used to have a CB Lobo but now I'm firmly an Osprey fan. They also have an awesome guarantee.

[Kranswurm]

I use a really old H.A.W.G. .... a very good piece of gear........

 

Great pack for those expeditions.Place for the kilo of biltong and knife :-)

[silvertemplar]

You can also consider looking at the more adventure racing camelbaks which are more multi-use . I also used the Mule for awhile, but when i started to do trail running i had to get something different. I ended up with something i could use both on the bike and on the run, like these (Camelbak Octane series)

 

http://shop.camelbak...ltisport/l/1230

 

(I ride with the Octane 18x, the site shows it in its fully expanded state, so it's not normally that huge, you strap it down with the bungee cords)

 

 

And for some reason they tend to be cheaper than cycling specific camelbaks. What i like about those, is the pockets on the waist for quick to reach goodies. It also tends to have more space (flexible) combined with the bladder. I find the cycling specific ones can be somewhat lacking in flexibility in what you store in there, especially if you start considering commuting etc.

 

Anyway each to their own, i tend to be a bit of a pack rat , especially when it comes to multiple sports. The Octane is very light though (lighter than my Mule) , so i still prefer to use it, even if i don't pack extras in it.

 

I have a 2l and 3l bladder which i just swop out depending on my water needs, using the same bag etc.

Edited August 16, 2013 by silvertemplar

[Vetseun]

Ive got a H.A.W.G. Enough space for all my goodies, including my steroids and a sheep if a steal one .

[spiderkzn]

Thank you guys! Going decide for Lobo, plan B for Rouge

[DR ◣◢]

Just don't buy Dakine. All the river rats use them. You will look like a complete chop.

[rouxtjie]

MULE for me thanks