Ive used a Dakine pack for the last few years. Its great but is too small, it only holds a litre of water and a multitool/phone etc.

I dont need an expedition size bag but as well as a bit more water something I could stow some food, a jacket etc in, mibbes 10 litre or so.

Id rather not spend mega bucks tbh, and much as I love the bright colours they are murder for an OCD like me to keep clean.

What say you?

I was after similar to you, around 10L, also i’m not bothered about hydration packs.
After looking at a few options i bought an Osprey Syncro 10.
It can take a hydration pack but it’s an extra so i use the space for other items, all Osprey bike packs have a helme holder which is very useful.
http://www.ospreypacks.com/en/product/hydration_packs__osprey_hydraulics_1/syncro_10
Simon

Evoc CC10l is a top bit of kit and the bladder holds plenty and room for tools etc. can’t fault it really.

If you’re looking for a cheaper option then try Decathlon. The diosaz raid sacks come in various sizes. Really happy with mine.

Evoc CC, got the 16l myself as it perfectly fits a 15″ laptop so i use it for commuting aswell!

Many thanks. Evoc does look good.

EVOC all the way! I’ve got an FR Enduro at the moment, which is the 16l one with a back protector and it’s brilliant. I’ve also had a CC 16l before, which was great as well.

I’ve got a FOX oasis and love it!!!
Slightly little on the space front, although there is loads of exterior space.

Camelback Mule NV, comes with a 3l bladder and room for loads of stuff Great bag,

The price of the mule!

Yep it’s about £80, with a very good bladder (3l baffles to keep it’s shape 1/4 turn opening) That hooks properly into the bag. Proper pockets for stuff.

I’m guessing the EVOC doesn’t come with bladder?

I’m a bit out of touch with camel back prices as this one was a present and the last one lasted for 7 years. It’s only died as 1 zip has gone the rest of them work and it still gets used as a spare bag. After trying a few others back then these work and last. Back to price vs value.

Dakine Drafter.

I’ve got Dakine packs – bombproof but heavy. As are the Evoc’s – good for posing around Trail Centres I guess 😉 Depends how much weight means to you.

These are superb – very light ( 1/2 to 2/3 the weight of the above depending on model)and a hell of a lot tougher than they look:

http://www.inov-8.com/New/Global/Product-View-RacePro-18-SS13.html?L=26

Clever bladder system which is stored low down / wraps around your Kidneys.

+1 for the Osprey Syncro 10.

black camelbak mule from Merlin for less than 60 quid?

http://www.merlincycles.com/bike-shop/camelbaks/camelbaks-1/camelbak-summer-range/camelbak-mule-2013-free-insulated-tube-flow-meter.html

+1 for ospray..i did recently however buy an alpkit gourdon roll top bag which is completely water proof, it dosent come with a bladder but there is a space for one ive used it for walking and mtb great value at £22

Osprey packs are good, that evoc one looks like a school bag from the 90s.

Osprey packs are fantastic. The new, 2013, ones are really nice too and hold an amazing amount of stuff.

I wasn’t aware the Evoc didn’t come with a bladder, thats a bit stingy. Its £84 with the bladder..oooft.

Camelbak is a good find.

I can recommend Kriega. Built extremely tough with a 10 year guarantee.
http://www.kriega.com/r15/

I’ve got an Osprey Viper, it’s great.

45 quid with hydration pack…

http://www.evanscycles.com/products/osprey/viper-10-hydration-pack-ec032119?utm_source=froogle&utm_medium=froogle&utm_campaign=froogle&utm_content=mkwid__pcrid_17321847296_kword__match__plid_

My evoc came with a bladder! I also have an Osprey pack but the bladder melted when cleaning it!

I got a camelbak hawg on eBay for £55 and it has been excellent. For me it is the right balance between space and size and completely bomb proof. Never figured out how the helmet holder pocket/straps work but apart from that it has been flawless.

Lots of good packs there. 90% of the time I ride with a Camelbak Charge LR. Light but tough, bladder is round the waist (only 2ltr tho) and easily enough space for tube/pump/rain jacket/tools and a sarnie. I much prefer this to my old Lobo mainly because the weight of the water is non your hips.

IIRC the 10l Evocs come with a bladder just the bigger ones dont :S