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Crux Reservoir: 70oz capacity with Quicklink disconnect delivers more water per sip and easy refills
Air Support Light Back Panel: Body-mapped ventilation for lightweight, breathable comfort
Secure Storage: Zippered pocket for essentials and integrated tool organization
Bungee Overflow and Helmet Carry: Quickly stash extra layers and secure your helmet
Trail-Ready Features: Includes adjustable sternum strap, tube trap, light loop, and reflective accents for safety
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Ralph & Kristin Cappelli –
Perfect Hydration Pack for Daily Rides!
I’ve been using the CamelBak Classic Light Bike Hydration Pack for nearly three months now, and it has been a game changer for my daily bike rides, which range from 13 to 15 miles. The pack is incredibly lightweight and comfortable, even on longer rides, and it fits snugly without shifting around. The 2-liter reservoir holds plenty of water and ice to keep me hydrated throughout the ride, and the easy-to-use bite valve makes drinking much-needed water to stay hydrated on the go a breeze.One of my favorite features is the compact yet spacious design. It offers just enough room to carry essentials like my phone, keys, and a snack without feeling bulky or heavy. After almost daily use, the durability is clear and it shows no signs of wear.If you’re looking for a reliable and lightweight hydration pack to enhance your bike rides, I highly recommend the CamelBak Classic Light. It’s been the key to staying hydrated and comfortable on all my rides!
Nicholas R. Felczer –
Great hydration product for the outdoors
I use this for longer bike rides, and it makes it so much more convenient to stay hydrated. Pro-tip: fill the bladder with ice before you add water. On a hot day the water stays cool for quite a while. The outer zipper pocket on the pack is large enough for a few small items, like eyeglasses, wallet, etc.
DrPaper –
Best way to hydrate on a bike
I have the 2.5 L which I use for about 10 yearsand now this 2.0 L. Much easier to use than a water bottle because the hose is always available and you don’t have to reach down for it. This version has a storage pocket so you can carry some spare tools in case you need them.
Jung Yi Thimesch –
Decent choice
Bought for my teen daughter to wear and have water available during her bike rides. Works well, durable, doesn’t leak, holds a good amount of water. My only complaint is that the lid is sometimes extremely hard to get off, so much that she has not been able to use it if my husband was not available to strong arm it.
Drake Thomas –
Works well!
Bought this for a Burning Man trip, but I’ve since used it on a lot of hikes. It’s a great way to store a good bit of water in a convenient portable fashion, and it’s not hard to fill up. (It’s also small enough that it doesn’t cover my entire back, so I get less sweaty when wearing it.) My only ease-of-use complaint is that it’s easy to accidentally screw the cap on wrong, so I always tilt the water bag after filling it up to make sure the seal is intact before closing up the backpack.There’s a little room for extras in the very back pocket, but you can’t fit much in there (maybe 4-6 granola bars?) so if you want to bring anything bulky with you I’d use another backpack or fit this inside a larger bag and extend the straw through the larger bag’s zipper.I’ve heard warnings not to fill these sorts of backpacks with any kind of flavored water or add electrolyte powder, because they can get funky after a few weeks, so I’ve just been using ordinary tap water and that’s worked fine; if I leave water in there for several weeks, it might get a little stale, but I just dump it out and refill and that seems to work OK.
Brandi Love –
Great water vat!
Perfect fit – keeps water cool and handy for Arizona hikes.
Jay –
Easy to use water pack with additional storage
I have been using this product for about 6 months and it is holding up well. I use it for distance bike rides and it’s easy to use while on the move. I’ve also used it a few times for light hiking trips as well. Along with the water bladder there is another small pocket on the pack. For my needs it is able to hold a hand pump, extra bike tube, and my wallet/keys so I can conveniently have everything with me on my ride. Proper drying post use can be a bit of pain but that is true for any product like this and should not be seen as a detriment. For its price this is a really solid product for anyone looking for more convenient means for hydration while hiking/biking.
Mgm1020 –
Leaking
Filled this up for the first time and water was pouring out of the bottom of the pack. Didn’t even get to use it once. Completely unusable
KUSTOSZ PIERRE –
super produits bien rincer lors de la premiere utilisation avec 1/10 de vinaigre blanc mélangé avec de l’au super ouverture etanche
GK –
My son loves this, wears around the house, on his bike, on hikes etc. Definitely a high quality item, better than some of the cheaper alternatives. Very little taste from the plastic too
Highly recommend. –
I realized it’s not for my motocross enduro riding. Functions well.
mickael –
Parfait
Cristina –
Es ideal,buena capacidad, es bonita