I have a 5 or 6 year old Camelbak Mule which is fine for short rides, but just too small for big days out when I need to carry food etc. I like the look of the Evoc ones but am unsure if they'll feel too bog or not? My mule is the old one like this
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[/img] and I am unsure of the supposed volume, but with a 3 litre bladder filled up the main compartment is useless for anything other than a pump and tube.
I like the look of the Evoc Trail and Enduro (like the idea of the rain cover on the Trail but would probably prefer a removable one I can throw in the wash) but think the Trail may be too big?
Any input?
The hawg is a big pack, if you need more than that will carry for a days biking, then first thing is you need to address what you are actually carrying.
I have an evoc cc 16l, in that I can carry a change of clothes, a bit of food and the usual spares. It is the best fitting pack I have had (until I tried this I swore by osprey packs) really stable on the back.
The enduro has a built in spine protector I think.
just bought one last month to replace my hawg. I went for the XL (sizing goes by height) i bought the 22L FR trail its the best pack I've ever used, plenty of pockets and enough space for big days out i can fit my bivy and sleeping bag in itand still have enough room to carry my usual kit.
Best fitting bag you will use without a doubt.
I have the evoc fr trail pack and it's awesome, very stable As stated above, superbly laid out with lots of compartments for tools and spares. Large compartment for spare clothes and food and a handy helmet carry system. Well worth the money.
I have the fr Enduro Blackline.
It's the most comfortable and stable pack I've ever used.
It's longer, due to the back protector, but lower profile than many packs.
Blummin expensive, but a good pack.
I had quality issues with my first one, distributor didn't want to know but Evoc sorted it out for me directly so my faith has been mostly restored.
Got FR enduro too. Feel a bit wierd when you first put them on due to back protector and wide hip straps but they are super stable and construction is very good IMO. Recommended
The ones with back protectors in seem large because they cover your spine. I have the smallest FR one in 10 litre and its a good day pack for tools tubes waterproof 3l hydropack and some snacks. If you need to carry more then they go up 16 20 etc
I've also got a 30l one for bike packing adventures.
Top quality and very comfy but take some getting used to due to the length. Oh and I wouldn't ride my motorcycle without a back protector and now I am the same with my MTB.
I've got an Evoc Freeride Trail that I used to use for guiding and found it to be very stable for its size, but a bit too chunky feeling for normal UK trail riding - I think much of this is down to the back protection system which inevitably adds some weight and stiffness.
I've also got a Camelbak HAWG, which might be an option to consider if you like Camelbak stuff; they take quite a lot more gear than the Mule and plenty of pockets for organising stuff.
As I no longer guide or instruct on a regular basis, I now tend to use a Camelbak Charge (7 or 8 L I think), which holds more gear than I expected, tho it can be a challenge to fit full winter kit in there.
HTH
p.s. if you're interested I'm looking to sell my HAWG if you want to give one a try - just drop me a line if you're interested. (the missus seems to think 5 bike rucksacs is too much for one man 😆 )
Thanks guys - very useful input. Think I'll give the FR Enduro a whirl and will report back with my thoughts.
