Big Dumb Animal
Hippo Nipples' #1 Fan
I had heard about this hydration pack on a podcast a few years ago, did some research, liked what I saw, but didn't pull the trigger because I have loved my Camelbak for years. I had customized that one for my Spartan racing and it translated well to mountain biking. With my new bike ordered I figured I would need a bigger pack to carry more stuff because I want to do longer, all day rides, hopefully out of state. Black Friday rolled around and I picked one up for about $50 off.
When it arrived I was leery, made by a Swedish company I thought it was built for smaller cyclists, that the chest straps would be too tight, the pack would sit too high, that it would restrict my breathing. One ride and everything changed. There are enough adjustments to keep it secure across your chest while not being restrictive. It sits high on your back but does not move, even with my seat at its lowest, navigating through some gnarly rock gardens. Half the time I forget it's there, the straps don't impede your arms or shoulders at all, you can definitely tell this pack was made by avid mountain bikers. The tube is held in place by a magnetic clip that's much stronger then it looks, I love not having to take my eyes off the trail while drinking or returning the tube.
I was super impressed by the quality and performance of this, I don't think I'll buy another brand again.
When it arrived I was leery, made by a Swedish company I thought it was built for smaller cyclists, that the chest straps would be too tight, the pack would sit too high, that it would restrict my breathing. One ride and everything changed. There are enough adjustments to keep it secure across your chest while not being restrictive. It sits high on your back but does not move, even with my seat at its lowest, navigating through some gnarly rock gardens. Half the time I forget it's there, the straps don't impede your arms or shoulders at all, you can definitely tell this pack was made by avid mountain bikers. The tube is held in place by a magnetic clip that's much stronger then it looks, I love not having to take my eyes off the trail while drinking or returning the tube.
I was super impressed by the quality and performance of this, I don't think I'll buy another brand again.