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PostPosted: Sun Mar 29, 2009 4:08 pm Post subject: what sort of camel pack to buy Reply with quote Back to top

i need to buy a camel pack what should i look for
i have a couple of kids so i need a larger one

are they insulated ?
 
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PostPosted: Sun Mar 29, 2009 4:22 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

I have found the Hydropack to be the best ones i've used
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PostPosted: Sun Mar 29, 2009 4:42 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

camelback (the original one) make the "mule" and there's a another one bigger, Annaconda usauly have a sale of them now and again.
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PostPosted: Sun Mar 29, 2009 5:14 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

I use the Camelbak Mule (3L) and find it's OK for a day's ride. Wouldn't mind a bit larger storage area though.
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PostPosted: Sun Mar 29, 2009 5:19 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

I'd think about the new Cameltoe.
 
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PostPosted: Sun Mar 29, 2009 5:31 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

greenhuman wrote:
I'd think about the new Cameltoe.


wrong thread shirly... Rolls eyes
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PostPosted: Sun Mar 29, 2009 7:48 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

I recently bought the "Outer Limits Saratoga 3Ltr" Hydration pack. paid $59. It is worth paying the extra Dollars & go the better brands, I've had the cheapo's & they always bloody leak sooner or later from the filling cap.
This one has a real o'ring type seal screw in cap.
Works for me
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PostPosted: Sun Mar 29, 2009 8:30 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

greenhuman wrote:
I'd think about the new Cameltoe.


Lot's of comeback for that, but I shall keep them to myself.
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PostPosted: Sun Mar 29, 2009 8:51 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

i just bought my first hydrapack 3 months ago after using camelback for the last god knows how many years and the hydrapack shits all over the camelback they have a stronger bladder easier to clean out and the bigger bags are more comfortable to wear
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PostPosted: Sun Mar 29, 2009 9:06 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

no matter what brand you go i would say go for a 3ltr i only have a 1 1/2ltr and its never enouth Sad
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PostPosted: Sun Mar 29, 2009 9:33 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

Hey Baz. next time were at the track i will show you the one my brother bought me. Solid, holds 2.5ltrs and has pockets and all sorts.
 
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PostPosted: Sun Mar 29, 2009 9:36 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

size depends upon you - for the kamfari i use a 3ltr with plenty of pockets for zippy ties etc G only runs a 1 - 1.5 ltr. we each have our fav and he will never touch mine as i tend to bite the mouthpiece... lucky they are replacable. I also prefer the ones with a belt around clip as well as the shoulder straps - less bounce on the back is good on rough stuff. My kids like to have their own small one - all miss independant.... oh and large fill hole is better i think...
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PostPosted: Mon Mar 30, 2009 5:47 am Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

are most of them insulated?
 
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PostPosted: Mon Mar 30, 2009 8:05 am Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

Noy Q75 wrote:
no matter what brand you go i would say go for a 3ltr i only have a 1 1/2ltr and its never enouth Sad



yeah I have to agree... Sad
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PostPosted: Mon Mar 30, 2009 5:39 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

the best 1 2 get is the 1 that doesnt leak Wink
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PostPosted: Tue Mar 31, 2009 12:08 am Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

Some have a tap at the mouthpiece, which is pretty hard to open with one hand while you're riding. If you only want to have a drink when you're stopped that's fine, otherwise get one with a "bitepiece" not a tap.

BUT the tap will ensure it don't leak !!!

The strap around the waist is also a good place to attach ur kill switch cable.

Make sure it has somewhere you can securely put your car keys.

I use the Caribee brand, 2L "quencher"
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PostPosted: Thu Apr 02, 2009 11:30 am Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

http://www.oo.com.au/Backpacks_C1376.cfm?view=Portal&sortby=oa%2Eorderby%20DESC

Try that site, they have a few different Camelbaks at reasonable prices Smile
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PostPosted: Thu Apr 02, 2009 9:07 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

I have gone through a heap of them now! Found one made by Oakley.... It's awesome
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PostPosted: Thu Apr 02, 2009 9:31 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

where can I get jus the bladder ?? I'm after a 3 litre camelback, rays and annaconda want to sell me the whole bag again... Mad
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PostPosted: Fri Apr 03, 2009 9:03 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

yogie wrote:
where can I get jus the bladder ?? I'm after a 3 litre camelback, rays and annaconda want to sell me the whole bag again... Mad


Most Camelbak dealers sell the bladder replacement as well. What I found was buying a bottom of the range 3L Camelbak and using the 3L bladder is nearly as cheap as buying just the bladder.
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PostPosted: Fri Apr 03, 2009 9:10 pm Post subject: Reply with quote Back to top

bigjon wrote:
yogie wrote:
where can I get jus the bladder ?? I'm after a 3 litre camelback, rays and annaconda want to sell me the whole bag again... Mad


Most Camelbak dealers sell the bladder replacement as well. What I found was buying a bottom of the range 3L Camelbak and using the 3L bladder is nearly as cheap as buying just the bladder.


cheapest camelback 3 litre I could find was $160 Hrm (mule bag)
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