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Mike
a Cross Country Rider
from BranfordDate Reviewed: June 20, 2003
Strengths: good amount of storage for size. Sternum strap hold the pack tightWeaknesses: Bite valve doesn't flow enoughBottom Line: Great pack for the price, got it on sale at Nashbar. Hold 2 tubes, pump inside with bladder (which may break bladder in a crash) Topeak alien, snacks, keys, phone and maps. The sternum strap does a good job holding the pack in place. Its a good couple hour ride pack, not too big that you're carrying to much weight and not to small that you can't bring the essentials with you. But the bite valve doesn't flow enough water fast enough. the tube may be to narrow
Duration Product Used: Less than 1 month
Similar Products Used: camelbak
Bike Setup: Ted Wojcik XT/XTR, Manitou Skareb elite, raceface etc
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Damien
a Cross Country Rider
from Seattle, WA, USADate Reviewed: July 8, 2000
Strengths: Oodles of space for tools in stylish and very functional side pockets. Fit. Generous volume in water bladdeWeaknesses: Bite valve bites hardcore (perhaps updated since '99)Bottom Line: Perhaps K2 has done an update of their bite valve since 1999 when I purchased this hydration system, but the stock bite valve (1999 model) absolutely sucks. When its not falling off its consistently leaking or worse, spraying agua all over. I once carried it in my tote bag to a ride like an idiot and found all my post-ride clothes soaked and my water gone from the leaky valve. Kind of disappointing since they built this pack with Dana Designs who are meticulous in making their own gear. Otherwise, the rest of the Hydroplane is well designed and works great. Holds lots of tools and spare parts comfortably for those long hauls. Minus 1 chili for the leaky bite valve on mine.
Favorite Trail: Victor Falls, Tapeworm, Tahuya
Duration Product Used: 1 Year
Similar Products Used: Blackburn Hydrapak
Bike Setup: Foes Weasel avec Marzocchi Z-1s, XT/XTR, TruVativ Stylos
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Dale Smith
a Cross Country Rider
from Canadice, NYDate Reviewed: April 14, 2000
Strengths: Loads of water copacity, 3 liters. Thats alot, Tons of room for tools and candy or such, full length zipper, best valve i have ever usedWeaknesses: air mesh doesn't workj that well. dont like the hose routingBottom Line: This thing is the best hydration pack i have ever use. Lots of room, low profile, loads of capacity for everything. doesn't wome araound. The bladder is taste free and the valve is indestructable. Best thing around. Little on the pricy side.
Favorite Trail: harriet holluister
Duration Product Used: 3 months
Similar Products Used: camelback blowfish
Bike Setup: mongoose work in progress
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MATT
a Cross-Country Rider
from SHERMANDate Reviewed: November 18, 1999
Strengths:
FULL LENGTH ZIPPER FOR EASY LOADING OF BLADDER INTO PACK. PLENTY OF ROOM FOR TOOLSWeaknesses:
NO PLACE FOR EXTRA WINDBREAKER/JACKETBottom Line: THIS PRODUCT IS GOOD FOR CROSS COUNTRY RIDER WHO LIKES TO BRING PLENTY OF TOOLS WHILE RIDING
Favorite Trail:
RINGWODD STATE PARK
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Similar Products Used:
CAMELBACK
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