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Anyone use one for riding? I'm after something small and light just for those quick rides out the back door. Comes with a 3L bladder and I only need it to hold pump, tool, tube and phone. May want to stick a lightweight waterproof in there too.
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/camelbak-octane-xct/rp-prod86754
I was looking at the rogue but it doesn't have a belt.
I got a Volt LR and can't fault it, other than being less comfortable than a bare back, but I hate all backpacks for that. Holds 3l of water, tools, waterprof, first aid etc for a day out not too far from civilisation.
I'd definately get the LR version and I prefer the bigger packs as they tend to feel more stable when packed well than too small a bag stuffed with stuff.
The volt looks good but a little bit too big for what I'm after. I like the waist belt with the little pockets in them.
Half my mates seem to have these slung off their backs for 2-3 hour rides. All rate them as comfortable and stable and just the right size for a waterproof, spares, pump and snacks. I'd be getting one too but my 15-year-old Blowfish just refuses to die.
Looked at any ospreys? seem to get a better review than camelbak these days.
[url= http://singletrackworld.com/forum/topic/camelbak-lumbar-bladders-any-experiences ]I asked the same thing in the summer[/url]
I've since brought one and think it is good. My main complaint is that it is tricky to know exactly how much water you've put in. It does feel a bit different to begin with but I like it.