Submitted by
velocityrob
a Cross Country Rider
from Phoenix, AZ Date Reviewed: July 2, 2008
Favorite Trail:
FINS secret trail...I didn't tell you about it.
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$60.00
Purchased At:
backcountry.com
Strengths:
This thing has pockets like crazy. Bladder sleeve is a full zip and super easy to access. Main bag has another bladder-sized pocket, but it might be a little snug to use for a second bladder. The accessory pocket has tube and pump pockets and 2 medium mesh pockets for tools, levers- the small stuff that gets lost easy. Need more? You got a helmet holder and 4 more zippered pockets on the outside. this the packrats dream bag.
Weaknesses:
I don't see any yet- its the best bag I've used in 15 years of mountain biking.
Similar Products Used:
Camelback MULE and Blowfish
Bottom Line:
Some guys ride trails with a water bottle and seatbag.
Other guys take the entire darn tool bench. This bag is for that guy.
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Submitted by
hezi
a Weekend Warrior
from Haifa, Israel Date Reviewed: May 20, 2008
Favorite Trail:
downhill manara
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$100.00
Purchased At:
local shop
Strengths:
very much like the camelbak but looks much better, and not everybody has one... good pockets. love the velvety pocket for electronics and delicate stuff (will keep it safe from scratches, but if you're thrown on your back it won't help too much)
Weaknesses:
feels a little stiff on the back, even when half-full. did not take the shape of my body as other bags have.
Similar Products Used:
camelbak, aztec (some local thing, don't bother)
Bottom Line:
very nice pack, high stitch quality. still looks brand new after putting it through the dust, the mud, and all-too-often crashes. great pocket arrangement. exactly the right capacity to keep me from taking too much stuff i don't need :-)
HOWEVER i'm taking away an overall chili for comfort, and i'm taking away a value chili because it costs a little more than competitive packs at local shops.
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Submitted by
Dan
a
from Wrentham, MA Date Reviewed: January 14, 2008
Favorite Trail:
Wrentham State Forest
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$30.00
Purchased At:
Ebay
Strengths:
Has just enough storage, perfect pocket for cell phone, and the hydration pack works flawlessly. even holds a full face helmet
Weaknesses:
the straps are pretty long for me but that is because I am pretty small
Similar Products Used:
Camelbaks
Bottom Line:
Better than Camelbak perfect for any biking and even hiking, great value and will always be on my bike when riding a trail.
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