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Submitted by
orekizler
a Weekend Warrior
from CTDate Reviewed: March 11, 2011
Strengths: Perfect size that doesn't screw up your balance. Durable material and padded construction.Weaknesses: Straight valve. The reservoir is only accessible from the back of the bag so it has to come off your back during refill.Bottom Line: It s very good size for short rides. Enough to take essentials It has a decent size (70 oz) reservoir. You can put a bottle on the bike if you need extra.
Unlike the new camelback valves, It comes with the old style straight valves. And it really doesn't fit well in a full-face helmet. But you can always purchase the 90 degree valve from Camelback.
Duration Product Used: 1 Year
Price Paid:
$58.00
Purchased At: Pricepoint
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Mick Oz
a Cross Country Rider
from Perth, WA / Brisvegas QLD AustraliaDate Reviewed: February 1, 2011
Strengths: Super strong, insulated bladder carrier, zips are extremely high quality and strong, extra straps and buckles come in handy. Minimalist 2x compartments (+ insulated bladder compartment) but that is all you need. Nice stiched skull motif.Weaknesses: HD fabric and zips tradeoff in mass. Probably not for weight weenies.Bottom Line: Absolutely trashed and abused for years. Thrown about, muddied, in wet, crashed in and just used all the time. My favorite pack. Comfortable and cool. Enough space for everything you need. Zips have never failed. Very high quality overall. Highly recommended. Go the brown one, dont see any stains that way.
Duration Product Used: 2 Years
Price Paid:
$100.00
Bike Setup: Jamis Dually and Avanti SS 29er
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neongreen
a Weekend Warrior
from PROVO UTDate Reviewed: May 18, 2010
Strengths: Love this pack. Very durable material, great construction. It is large enough to hold all my tools, some energy bars and anything else I might need, but not so big that I would hesitate taking it anywhere.
It is soft and padded so it doubles as a spine protector :)Weaknesses: Haven't found any.Bottom Line: Buy it! Okay, maybe not if you are a weight weenie xc rider, but for anyone who is not racing or anal about a few grams, this is and incredible pack.
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$38.00
Purchased At: e-bay
Similar Products Used: cheapo hydration pack
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Bigtime
a Weekend Warrior
from Oceanside, CADate Reviewed: May 26, 2009
Strengths: Heavy duty contruction and material, comfy straps, easy to fill, channels allow airflow to my back.Weaknesses: Could use just a bit more compact storage*, wish it came with the 90 degree valve.Bottom Line: I like this Camelbak. It holds the tubes, pump, tools, bars, extra clothing layer & gloves, phone/camera/Spot devices I want to haul, and my truck keys. *I wish it had another compartment about the size of the outside pocket so I could use one for my tools and one for my stuff I don't want dirty (like trail snacks and keys). I looked at the Mayhem since it has a bit more storage, but its also got a bigger main body due to the 100 ounce bladder. The padded pocket at the top is a nice feature, as is the water resistant zipper it has. Camelbak makes good stuff and their bladders are tough. I've landed on this one with all my girth and it didn't rupture. The filler opening is big and it makes it easy to stuff with ice cubes then top off with water.
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$70.00
Purchased At: Bike Bling
Similar Products Used: FST, Camelbak Blowfish
Bike Setup: Vintage GT LST Team
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Jon
a Downhiller
from San Francisco, CADate Reviewed: November 28, 2008
Strengths: First off, I have to explain how durable this pack is. The material feels far stonger than that of any other Camelbak I've ever tested (except for other members of the Outlaw Series). The zippers are oversized for durability as well. Camelbak rates this pack for freeride/downhill use, and not without good reason.Weaknesses: For its size, a little on the heavy side. However, if it were lighter it'd be weaker. Also, it isn't a very large pack. This is good too, because it never gets in the way.Bottom Line: If you're looking for a durable, low-profile Camelbak and don-t need a whole lot of space, this is definitely the right choice.
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Price Paid:
$80.00
Similar Products Used: Other members of the Outlaw series (Havoc and Mayhem).
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matt
a Downhiller
from agoura hillsDate Reviewed: January 1, 2008
Strengths: doesnt throw you of ballance, ton of water storage, ton of storage for jacket, video cammera, tube, pump, and snacks. Its lightWeaknesses: the waist strap doesnt fit me with a 28 in waistBottom Line: a great pack recomend it to anyone xc dh and freeriders will love this pack
Favorite Trail: shotgun(mammothdh)
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$48.00
Purchased At: ebay
Similar Products Used: camelback classic
Bike Setup: Haro x7, Db response sport
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Aaron Hill
a Cross Country Rider
from Simi ValleyDate Reviewed: September 25, 2007
Strengths: Light and small but still big enough to hold everything. Chest and waist straps are a plus for stability out of the saddle. Straps on the outside are good for hanging stuff.Weaknesses: noneBottom Line: This is a perfect hydration pack for anyone who like to do long rides or short rides. Carrys all your tubes, pump, tools, snacks, and just about anything you need for the day.
Duration Product Used: 6 months
Price Paid:
$50.00
Purchased At: local bike shop
Similar Products Used: Some target POS
Bike Setup: custom raliegh xt 3500
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Mikey
a Downhiller
from MTDate Reviewed: May 10, 2007
Strengths: Nice and compact. Lots of straps to attach armor/helmet. Not too big, not too small.Weaknesses: Waist strap is kinda small.Bottom Line: This is a great pack even for XC riding. Holds enough water, and all the stuff you need on a ride. Been very happy with is. The pockets are nice cause they keep your tools seperate from the stuff you want to keep clean.
Favorite Trail: Bracket Creek
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$30.00
Purchased At: PricePoint
Similar Products Used: MULE, a backpack with a a bladder
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Chase Wesley
a Cross Country Rider
from Lubbock, Tx, USADate Reviewed: April 12, 2007
Strengths: Durable, it's built for downhill and freeride so you know it's tough. they say it has balistic material. I don't know but it makes it sound tough. It's not bulky, i used to put a hydration bladder in another bag that was twice the size, it threw off my balance, but the Chaos has enough room and is small enough not to throw off my balance. Havn't crashed yet .Weaknesses: hydration bladder is located right on your back. Have to take it out of the bag to fill it. Not really as bad as it sounds.Bottom Line: It's worth the money, buy it. You won't be let down. If you've been riding with a big bag like i had you'll be suprised how much more balance you have. Has enough room for extra tubes, CO2 cartriges, tools. Holds 74 oz of water which is more than plenty for me. So far i've only filled it up to 32 oz.
Favorite Trail: MLK
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$74.00
Purchased At: DFC Cycle and Fitness
Similar Products Used: Oakley toolbox
Bike Setup: 2006 Jamis Durango 1.0 stock, cept for Crank Bro's egg beaters
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