Camelbak Rogue Hydration Pack 2011: Road cyclists and mountain bikers looking for stability and a streamlined design reach for CamelBak?s Rogue?. Its sleek shape doesn?t interfere with helmets and has a fast look. With external access to a 70 oz the new Antidote...
Submitted by
systalik
a Weekend Warrior
from Olathe, Kansas, United States
Date Reviewed: February 4, 2012
Strengths: good durable camelbak with enough water to get you through short-medium length rides. large fill port with twisting cap makes the bladder extremely easy to fill and it is just beneath a flap so you don't have to take the bladder out to fill it. This camelbak has repeatedly proven to be tough, I have landed a few times on my back on anything from dirt to rock garden and do not have any tears, broken seams, or leaks in the bladder
Weaknesses: storage space, has enough space for wallet phone and spare tube. i have to keep my pump in one of the mesh pockets on the outside of the pack using the compression straps to keep it in place. the pump hasn't fallen out yet but doesn't feel or seem very secure and i am always checking to make sure i still have it
Bottom Line:
this is a good hydration pack if you are looking for something for a short ride if you don't need to carry much with you
Similar Products Used: generic coleman hydration pack
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Submitted by
Hill-Pumper
a Cross Country Rider
from Willamete Valley OR
Date Reviewed: September 6, 2011
Strengths: Light, good for short trips
Weaknesses: Storage,lack of bottom strap
Bottom Line:
Granted, this pack is designed for short trips, but it still could use more storage. When I ride, I like to have a multi-tool, a mini pump, several CO2 cartridges, a tube, which fills one compartment. The other compartment is filled with a my wallet, cell phone, and keys. If you want more then that, forget it. Even a small camera will not fit with a full water reservoir. Also, there is no waist strap, which cause it slap your back over bumps. It does not hurt or anything, but is just annoying. In its defense, it has been a good durable pack even after a few good hard crashes. It has served its purpose, I just need a little more storage for what I really want to carry.
Submitted by
JBadiner
a Cross Country Rider
from Plainwell, MI, USA
Date Reviewed: July 27, 2008
Strengths: Perfect for that 2 hour ride. Carries all I need on the loop. Plenty of water and holds my phone/keys/multi-tool with more room for a snack if I needed it.
Weaknesses: None, other than a sweaty back if you take it off and put it back on. Same as any other pack.
Bottom Line:
This is the perfect size for those shorter rides. If you were going on a day trip, you might want more than 70oz, but this works for me. I recommend it!
Bike Setup: KHS 904 Team, Full XTR, SID Worldcup, Fox RP3, WTB Weirwolf Tubless
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Submitted by
Jeff
a Weekend Warrior
from Peoria, IL USA
Date Reviewed: March 25, 2008
Strengths: Simply put, it does what it's supposed to do. I wanted a pack that was simple, easy to use and aerodynamic. It is all that plus it has been very durable. I've used my Rogue for over 6 years and the thing is still solid....and I do a lot of riding and use it on my road bike as well as my mountain bike. I've had to replace the resevoir once and the bite valve twice in that time span. If I know I'm going on a ride longer than 2 hours I'll take an extra water bottle or have a spot or two where I know I can refill. This pack has been exactly what I was expecting.
Weaknesses: I "would" say the storage capacity but I can't really do that when I knew exactly what the capacity was when I bought it. If I wanted more capacity either for storage or for the bladder, I would have gotten a different pack. So, really I have no complaints.
Bottom Line:
When I purchased this pack I knew exactly what I was getting. All the details were spelled out for me. If I find my storage a little limited then I improvise. Wearing a jersey with pockets is always an option...as is mounting a bottle cage and carrying an extra bottle. I find it equallly useful on my mountain bike or my road bike. Until it falls apart or gets trashed in a crash I will continue to use it. I couldn't be happier with the value and performance of the Rogue. Kudos to CamelBack for a great hydration pack!
Submitted by
Gregg
a Cross Country Rider
from Riverside
Date Reviewed: June 12, 2007
Strengths: Durablity, easy to refill/clean, light
Weaknesses: Too small
Bottom Line:
To me it seems that if you are going to use a Camelback, it is going to be a long ride. In which case you need to carry not only plenty of water, but also plenty of stuff(food, tubes, pumps, etc). Otherwise you could go with a water bottle and a seat bag. This bag doesnt carry enough water for a three hour ride in warm weather. I can get by if I also bring a water bottle though. The storage capacity of this thing is also very weak. It can barely hold my multi tool, tube and pump, let alone the food, camera, wallet, phone and such that I would usually like to take on a three hour tour. Howerever, when I am riding my freeride bike, which doesnt have a water bottle cage, this pack works pretty well (I'll usually just take my phone and multitool). In all, if you take long rides, definitely go with the mule. This is good if you take short rides and you dont mind a pack being strapped to your back.
Strengths: Simple, minimal extraneous stuff, good storage design
Weaknesses: the elastics around the mesh pockets may stretch, making it insecure. im always worred about a branch catching my exposed pump and ripping it out of the mesh pocket.
Bottom Line:
Great for 1-2 hour rides (I drink a moderate amount). It's light, very easy to fill, and looks great. The zipper compartment easily holds a tube and tools or a cell phone and some clif bars. There is another larger pocket flanked by two mesh pockets as well, but they are open. The larger pocket is 'closed' when you snap the bladder cover into place, so its a good place for holding larger items. The mesh pockets can hold a pump, etc.
Holds 2L, which is perfect for me. My rides dont last that long, but when they do its not that hard to stop and refill it. The straps are easily adjustable and come with a neat velcro strap that holds the excess strap in a rolled up ball so it wont get in your way. The contact surface is padded with about an inch of foam, and is meshed so it dries easily. I've used this thing as a pillow on overnight trips, and its saved my back many times after going over the bars.
Submitted by
Andrew Cho
a Cross Country Rider
from Phoenix, AZ, USA
Date Reviewed: December 3, 2006
Strengths: Cheaper and lighter than the M.U.L.E with 70oz rather than 100oz. But the pack is fillable from the outside you just unclip the top flap. It's the absolutely perfect hydration pack for people who don't need to carry everything with them. There are two zipper compartments and one elastic pouch that'll fit a couple energy bars, cell phone, keys, mini pump, multi-tool, tubes, etc.
This pack looks good, keeps you hydrated, and is very comfortable. I managed to get this one for sale at ebags for $24 which is a steal, but wouldn't have minded paying $50 for it.
Weaknesses: None.
I had the 6" Topeak MT MasterBlaster pump and decided to return it for the Turbo Morph pump, which is a lot larger. At that point I was regretting this purchase and thought i'd have to get the M.U.L.E as well. But I was pleasantly surprised that I could fit the pump inside the bag next to the reservoir.
Bottom Line:
Completely beyond satisfied with this pack. If you're a hardcore XC rider who goes out for 4+ hours often I recommend getting a 100oz pack. But for everyone else who packs fairly light this is the perfect choice.
Strengths: More water than carrying bottles. Gives you room for some basic gear.
Weaknesses: Not a lot of space at all. I had to by a seat bag for extra space.
Bottom Line:
It is probably a better value for roadies than mountain bikers. It carries 70 oz of water wich means in a 3 hour ride i go through a bladder and a half of liquid. So i have to stop to refil but the refil is super easy. It only has enough space for a tube, pump, tool and cell phone. Only the tool and cell phone can be stored in the zippered pocket and you can fit a wallet in the mesh pocket ontop of the resovior. The tube and pump have to be placed on the outside and sinched down using the strap. Its a good value but if you mountain bike you should at least by a mule or biger. I will be buying a mule before the summer season starts
this bag has held-up to some of the worst treatment imaginable. Has only been repaired (received a few personal stiches) once. best christmas present to date... I have landed on my back snowboarding and biking with this pack so hard i was WAITING for the cold to run down my back. Lots of flaming terds for this masterpeice.
Submitted by
Mike Gomez
a Weekend Warrior
from Norwalk,CA, USA
Date Reviewed: August 20, 2005
Strengths: Holds more than enough water, small, can carry what I need.
Weaknesses: Not a good pack if you want to carry a lot of stuff.
Bottom Line:
this pack is great for someone who doesn't want to carry a lot of weight or other peoples stuff. It has just enough room for your more important things like bike tool, wallet, keys, extra toob. If you carry a lot of stuff on your rides don't buy this pack, otherwise it's great. I highly recomend this pack.
Submitted by
Opie
a Weekend Warrior
from Indianapolis, IN, USA!!!
Date Reviewed: January 4, 2005
Strengths: comfort, stability, keeps stuff cool especially with ice!
Weaknesses: none yet
Bottom Line:
bottom line is that it does exactly what youd expect. for everyone experiencing leaks or whatever - u must be doing something wrong or have a defective pack. This thin has been flawless after many rides. Ive fallen on this thing lots of times just to have it cushion my back from any blows - still no leaks! Stays very secure on your body. Yea your back may sweat but if u are worried about that - why mt. bike??? :) buy it youll love it.
Submitted by
charlie diebolt
a Weekend Warrior
from somewhere over the rainbow
Date Reviewed: December 7, 2004
Strengths: holds lots of water, hase a small pouch for caring items
Weaknesses: pump port is pretty dumb
Bottom Line:
good for all around use epics, shorts, commuting, skiing even hardcore playstationing(just kidding) great balence between wieght, water and cargo buy it if you are tirred of losing waterbottles or reaching down to pick it up and crashing buy it
Submitted by
James DiLorenzo
a Cross Country Rider
from Rochester, NY
Date Reviewed: November 7, 2004
Strengths: Light Weight Compact Forces me to only carry essentials Build quality
Weaknesses: May be too small Probably will have to purchase a MULE or HAWG for longer rides
Bottom Line:
Great hydration unit for the money. Great value for the money. Buy this for shorter rides, or if you don't drink too much. Don't buy this if you like carry other peoples stuff, buy this if you DONT want to carry other people's stuff.
Strengths: - dont have to fumble with water bottles; you can take a sip anytime
- has room for a spare inner tube, mini pump, multi-tool, and a couple energy bars
- keeps your drink insulated
- no plastic flavor
- good bite valve
- wide resevoir mouth makes filling / cleaning easy
Weaknesses: - only enough room for the bare essentials (isn't necessarily a bad thing)
- can make your back sweaty during hot rides
Bottom Line:
the pack holds just what you need, and nothing more. 70 ounces of water (or whatever) will last about 2-3 hours. the resevoir is easy to take care of, just toss it in the freezer after you're done with it (i haven't cleaned it since i bought it).
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