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Description:The 3.0 is an 800 cubic inch pack that can carry up to 3 liters (100oz) of water with plenty of room left over for your daily gear. NEW BLADDER POCKET has top loading entrance and gusseted bottom for easy in/out capacity.Bladder not included, compatible with any existing 3 liter bladders. An off road cycling favorite for the all day rider.
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Submitted by
Muzza
a Cross Country Rider
from New Zealand
Date Reviewed: April 5, 2008 | | Duration Product Used: | 3 months | | Price Paid: |
$120.00 | | Purchased At: | Wingnut | | Strengths: | Really comfortable. I had problems with my left hand going number on longer rides which I thought was probably due to my Camelbak not fitting well. Not an adjustment issue, but a just not fitting well.Since swapping to the Wingnut I have had no problems at all.
It sits low on my back which I like, sticks in position like a limpet and is far cooler to ride with.
Really well made, side pockets work well, potential to put 2x bladders in the bladder pocket for really long rides (might compromise the main pocket capacity) | | Weaknesses: | The pockets are just that, big pockets. There is no internal organistion system like Camelbak has. Other than that I can't think of anything else. | | Similar Products Used: | Camelbak Blowfish and another smaller one I can't recall the name of | | Bike Setup: | Who cares? | | Bottom Line: | Great product, comfortable, doesn't move on around when going through the rough stuff, plenty of capacity. 3x Chilli's for value (was expensive to import into NZ), but 5x overall reflecting the functionality of the product. | Value Rating: Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Bob L
a Cross Country Rider
from Silverado Canyon, CA
Date Reviewed: August 24, 2007 | | Favoriate Trail: | Wildcat | | Duration Product Used: | 3 months | | Price Paid: |
$85.00 | | Purchased At: | LBS | | Strengths: | Materials, ease of access to wing pockets, workmanship, ease of bladder fill | | Weaknesses: | lack of little things like key clip, interior pockets. shoulder harness digs in, low weight supported by hip strap can intesify low back problems, wings can catch on narrow, brushy singletrack. | | Similar Products Used: | Various standard hydration packs | | Bike Setup: | All mountain | | Bottom Line: | Saw the reviews and thought I would give one a try. The marketing hype seemed to make sense, until I realized it was hype... there's a reason you don't see a lot of people using these.
At first look, the materials and workmanship are first class; sailcloth, waterproof zippers with bombproof pulls, hand made in New York. Unique design, but turns out to be similar to some military packs that are no longer used. But I bought into the little cartoon on the tag showing a comparison between standard packs and the Wingnut using a figure carrying a ladder to illustrate. Made sense at first. Then I loaded it up, cinched down the hip belt and took off. first thing I noticed was the upper suspension strap crossover connector digging in between my shoulder blades. Stop, adjust so most of weight is supported by waist belt. back on bike, upper strap connecter still annoying, but at least now the tight waist belt was causing enough discomfort to offset the upper strap pain.
At first I thought the pack was very cool (in 2 months I saw only one other person using one) and thought I would get used to the annoying traits. I tried and tried to like this pack, even going to a different shop for (hopefully) different set-up pointers, all to no avail. Then, at a rather large ride (60+ riders) I had not one but two people come up and say "wow, wish I knew you wanted one; would have sold you mine cheap!). Now I know why they are scarce.
Another problem was the all the weight on my hips supported by a tight waist strap. Again i had bought into the reviews stating how this "helped" riders with back pain. Not in my case: my low back, S.I. Joint and sacrum were irritated by the low weight and cinched down waist belt. Plus, although my upper back seemed cooler, the pack covers and insulates your kidneys, making for an overall warmer body. Maybe good in winter, but not August in CA.
On the plus side, the side pockets are great for stashing food and grabbing while riding. They easily handle several packs of snot blocks, goo bags and my favorite: onion bagels with cream cheese and lox. And still enough room for small binocs, a gps, and (rarely) a cellphone. And don't forget the dew rag. The main pocket is huge. will easily carry elbow pads, a pump, jacket and a cheesesteak with. Seemingly a great pack for long rides (and I used on two 25+milers)but ultimately too uncomfortable for anything but the shortest loops.
But alas alack, all the plusses don't make up for the fact that the pack is just plain uncomfortable(to me). So four flamers for value (cause it IS made well) but less for overall due to reasons above. | Value Rating: Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
Chris
a Cross Country Rider
from Twin Cities, MN, USA
Date Reviewed: November 14, 2006 | | Duration Product Used: | Less than 1 month | | Purchased At: | 99 | | Strengths: | Size, fit, design, waterproof construction | | Weaknesses: | None found | | Similar Products Used: | Numerous Camelbaks | | Bike Setup: | Irrelevant | | Bottom Line: | Just what the doctor ordered! I picked this up after seeing some great reviews. I ordered online and didn't hear anything for a couple of days and started to get a little worried. Then, it showed up at my door a few days earlier than I expected, and it rocks! Bomb-proof construction; I love all the waterproof features (sailcloth and water-tight zippers). The low-ride fit is great! Little extras like the built-in whistle, under-arm hose routing, are very nice. I like the easy access to the sidewing pockets for phone, GPS, gel, etc. without have to take off the pack. Additionally, I dig the fact that it doesn't come with its own bladder. I've always liked the Ultimate Designs roll-top bladder and their 128 oz works like a champ in the Hyper. I couldn't be more pleased! Four chilis on price, but worth it!!! | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
Submitted by
ian
a Cross Country Rider
from staten island,ny,usa
Date Reviewed: June 20, 2006 | | Favoriate Trail: | waywayanda, nj | | Duration Product Used: | Less than 1 month | | Price Paid: |
$90.00 | | Purchased At: | wingnugear.com | | Strengths: | quality of materials, design is great for mountain biking, customer service is excellent | | Weaknesses: | not really a weakness, initial set up takes a few minutes as opposed to a camelbak | | Similar Products Used: | many different models of camelbak(rogue, mule, transalp, etc.) | | Bike Setup: | 05 turner 5spot, z1 freeride fork, hadley 108pt hubs, juicy7s, gravitydropper, etc. | | Bottom Line: | i invested in the 3.0 after reading a few positive reviews in magazines and online. i was interested in a hydration pack that does not place the load on the shoulders as does the vast majority of other packs out there. the weight with the 3.0 is at the hips and lower back, making it much more comfortable when full of water and gear. the pockets on the sides enable you to access the pack without taking it off, and i find the convenience of this to be great when reaching for a gel, camera or car keys. if you experience lower back pain after an extended ride, the 3.0 could be a relief, and to me it is well worth the price, even if it doesnt include a bladder, not to have back pain. great customer service, if you cant decide between models, give them a call and they are more than willing to explain the differences. oh yeah and the waterproof sailcloth and zippers, all for a 17 ounce pack, just seals the deal. | | Value Rating:Overall Rating: |
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