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I have some TLD armour for DH with my daughter, but i was looking for a recommendation for a riding backpack that will take a hydration bladder and has a back protector built in. Any recommendations?


 
Posted : 19/02/2016 2:45 pm
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I've got an Evoc Freeride Enduro Blackline pack which has built in back protector. It's a really good pack....


 
Posted : 19/02/2016 3:07 pm
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I've got an Evoc Freeride Enduro Blackline pack which has built in back protector. It's a really good pack....

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Posted : 19/02/2016 3:09 pm
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Ok, i like the Evoc kit. Does it stay put when riding and falling?


 
Posted : 19/02/2016 3:43 pm
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Very happy with my Evoc FR. Quite big so don't use it on short local loops but great for everything else. I did try a few on to get the size too.


 
Posted : 19/02/2016 3:45 pm
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Endura have a new one out too which looks good. That said these backpacks with protection are essentially just a foam insert aren't they? So they only reduce impacts rather acting like a proper spine protector.


 
Posted : 19/02/2016 3:50 pm
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Evoc Free Ride here. Best pack I've owned, got in a sale cheap to try it. Would I buy another one at full price, most definitely.


 
Posted : 19/02/2016 3:54 pm
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It stays put and has a good waist belt.
Sits high on the back though which is my only criticism. It does annoy me a bit on steep descents.
Well made and lots of nice features though. The protector is just an insert though as found on motorbike jackets.
If you wanted proper, fitted back protection, you could always just get a separate back protector?
Although, having an Evoc pack does meet enduro fashion standards....


 
Posted : 19/02/2016 4:17 pm