What Bike Bag? Hydration

janesssssy · 21 Aug 2008 at 21:10

This is what i want:

3 litres of water
10 - 15 Litres of storage - no not a tiny summer bag. but i dont want a big heavy bag rolling around my back while riding single track. I was thinking or a Camel back Mayhem but i need to see some real pics! please can anyone post anything.

Slinky1989 · 21 Aug 2008 at 21:13

I have one if these, not a camel back but similar, it's fantastic, if you're interested let me know and I'll get some pics up

http://www.facewest.co.uk/Dakine-Nomad.html

Also bike radars review:

http://www.bikeradar.com/gear/categ...tion-packs/product/nomad-hydration-pack-14623

Bennah · 21 Aug 2008 at 21:29

Oh I like that very much! Im after a new bag in the next couple of weeks. This could be something to look out for.

badbob · 21 Aug 2008 at 21:31

If you need to carry that much water I'd consider panniers or a trailer.

6thElement · 21 Aug 2008 at 21:37

Camelbaks easily hold 3l of fluid, why would you want panniers or a trailer??

edit: Missed the volume of other storage he wanted...

badbob · 21 Aug 2008 at 21:40

6thElement said:
Camelbaks easily hold 3l of fluid, why would you want panniers or a trailer??

To carry 15 litres? I've got panniers, I can fit two x 2 litre bottles of drinks per side.

Zheka · 21 Aug 2008 at 22:06

I have Camelbak Mule (3L water + 9L cargo) and its a great bag. Very comfortable, times better compared with my old rucksack. The only serious minus I can think of is that its not very waterproof. My spare dry t-shirt got a bit wet after 4 hour ride in rain (in main compartment). The phone was dry though as it was in water resistant pocket on top of the bag. I think Mayhem would be as waterproof as Mule. Something to consider.
May be worth to have a look at the Camelbak Scudo? It has 3L water and 9.5L cargo, plus it has integral rain / mud cover.

I will post some pics if you want.

touch · 22 Aug 2008 at 01:02

badbob said:
To carry 15 litres? I've got panniers, I can fit two x 2 litre bottles of drinks per side.

He wants 3litres of water and 15 litres of storage.

I'v been looking at getting something similar recently also (maybe a bit smaller tho)
I thought about getting a camelbak bladder to put inside a normal backpack i have. Bit of a cheaper option.

Zip · 22 Aug 2008 at 12:16

Camelbak Havoc

Code(s) 60387 Black
Hydration 3.0 Litre
Cargo 13.0L
Weight Res filled 4.26kg / Empty 1.27kg
Dimensions 533mm x 254mm x 152mm
Activities Freeride / Downhill

http://www.camelbak.com.au/secureshop/product.php?ProductID=27&cat_id=43

Camelbak H.A.W.G
Code(s) 73000 Black
73100 Desert Camo
73150 Woodland Camo
Hydration 3.0 Litre
Cargo 18.0 L
Weight Filled Reservoir – 4.01kg / Empty 1.18kg
Dimensions 482 mm x 304 mm x 152 mm
NSN 8465-01-396-9922 (Black)
Activities Military Operations\

Camelbak TransFormer

Code(s) 20362 Black
2036 Raincover
Hydration 3.1 Litre
Cargo 15.6 L
Weight Filled Reservoir – 4.4kg / Empty 1.5kg
Dimensions 483 mm x 318 mm x 203 mm
NSN 8465-01-517-4760
Activities Military operations

I have a basic camelbak that i use for work and even foir the cheapest of the range its very tough and seems to be great quallity wise

Draeger · 22 Aug 2008 at 18:50

I have one of these:-

Revolution Stow Lite 10 + 3

Made by Vaude, its packed full of nice touches and is perfect for a commute to work. Camelback compatible too.

Can't go wrong for under £30 from the Edinburgh Bike Co-op. :cool:

6thElement · 22 Aug 2008 at 19:25

From the ones posted by Zip, I've a MULE for my normal riding and a HAWG for when I need to carry a few more items or add another bladder of water. Plus I've a smaller Hydrapak for racing when a bottle isn't going to be enough.

janesssssy · 22 Aug 2008 at 22:54

I think I have settled for the 2008 mayhem. any pics still welcome! as not ordering untill tuesday

barkey52 · 23 Aug 2008 at 16:24

I have the Deuter Hydro Exp 12 - 3 Litre Hydration

I think it's an ace bag

janesssssy · 24 Aug 2008 at 15:24

Damn i just cant decide, thinking about this now;
http://www.wiggle.co.uk/p/Cycle/7/Berghaus_Mach_18_Rucksack/5360032049/

Berghaus Mach 18

Matt · 24 Aug 2008 at 17:29

I have a North Face Hammerhead, it might be too small for you though.

They do a bigger one which might fit... http://www.ellis-brigham.com/cgi-bin/psProdDet.cgi/204418||@cHydration%20Systems@bThe%20North%20Face|0|user|1,0,0,1|9|

Raymond Lin · 24 Aug 2008 at 17:35

I have the Camelbak Mayhem

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/p/Cycle/7/Camelbak_Mayhem_3_Litre_Hydration_System/5360033571/

It's really comfy and worth everypenny.

Alasdair · 24 Aug 2008 at 21:35

badbob said:
If you need to carry that much water I'd consider panniers or a trailer.

Panniers to ride singletrack?!? Hahaha.

I have the North Face Megamouth, and it does me well on any type of riding. 3l reservoir, plenty of storage, and webbing on the back for attaching armour or other kit.