Jigghead Posted February 17, 2011 Posted February 17, 2011 Hi, I have been using a generic hydration pack for a while now and given the increased distances I am now riding, I need to upgrade to a 3l unit. I've been shopping around and can't seem to find any consensus on which Camelbak is the best for my use. I ride MTB 98% of the time and need something light and practical, a small amount of cargo storage for snacks etc. would be advantageous. The problem is there are so many variants out there; I’m not sure where to look first. Any ideas? Thanks, Jigghead
Big J-WP Posted February 17, 2011 Posted February 17, 2011 I have also looked around, best value for money camelbak lobo from CWC think its less than R800. cwcycles.co.za
Christopher Brunsdon Posted February 17, 2011 Posted February 17, 2011 My Camelbak is commuter based on the Lovo & Mule NV - love it and would replace it with a Mule NV if I had to. Also 2nd the option of checking with CWC on best deals.
CAAD4 Posted February 17, 2011 Posted February 17, 2011 If you're in Cowteng check out Solomon's in Woodmead. Their prices were also good.
Behan Posted February 17, 2011 Posted February 17, 2011 I got myself a 2010 Capo from chain reaction cycles for R260(got it on the january salecosts over R900 in SA) Not too heavy(I ride xc with it) and lots of storage space! Camelbak Capo 2010
Slowbee Posted February 17, 2011 Posted February 17, 2011 the lobo is great value for money CWC has them at great price as well !
Danger Dassie Posted February 17, 2011 Posted February 17, 2011 North Face and First Ascent make some decent hydration alternatives
Mackie Posted February 17, 2011 Posted February 17, 2011 I have also looked around, best value for money camelbak lobo from CWC think its less than R800. cwcycles.co.zaI second the LOBO, big 3L bladder and enough space for the esentials. Got mine from CWC, great price.
zonker Posted February 17, 2011 Posted February 17, 2011 i can highly recommend the camelback mule.have loved the extra fluids and the storage space is awesome.
bikemonster Posted February 18, 2011 Posted February 18, 2011 Camelbak Rogue (if they still make it). Otherwise you end up with the equivalent of a woman's handbag: the more space there is, the more cr@p finds its way in there.
Grondpad Posted February 18, 2011 Posted February 18, 2011 HiJack on: I have a camelbak mule nv to sell. 2010 model used about 5times. PM me if you are interestedHiJack off
TNT1 Posted February 18, 2011 Posted February 18, 2011 (edited) Why do you have to get a camelbag? why not get a 3l generic on? Mr Price Sport do a 3l one. Edited February 18, 2011 by TNT1
bikemonster Posted February 18, 2011 Posted February 18, 2011 Why do you have to get a camelbag? why not get a 3l generic on? Mr Price Sport do a 3l one. Ease of cleaning, quality of design.
TNT1 Posted February 18, 2011 Posted February 18, 2011 (edited) Ease of cleaning, quality of design. Premium price for a stupid brand name... Blah blah... The OP was happy with the design and performance of his generic one,he just need more juice... Edited February 18, 2011 by TNT1
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