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[Closed] Osprey Raptor 6 or 10 hydration pack?

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I'm considering buying one of these but not sure which will suit storage-wise - I'm after a pack for 2 hour evening rides or a loop around Dalby. Does anyone use either and can give me some feedback?

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Posted : 08/07/2010 10:32 pm
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10. The 6 is teeny tiny. I have the 10 and love it!


 
Posted : 08/07/2010 10:34 pm
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I've got the 10 and it's fine for shorter rides, it hasn't got a massive amount of space.

Overall it seems a decent pack with some nice features.

Like many people I've been a long time user of Camelbaks and fancied a change. I think I still prefer Camelbaks as they seem tougher and longer lasting, and I prefer the bite valve of CB


 
Posted : 09/07/2010 7:21 am
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2nd the 10.


 
Posted : 09/07/2010 7:47 am
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I have the 10 to (the M/L version) and it's only just big enough for my standard stuff (inc. 2 litres in the bladder). Good pack but the rigid back chafes if you over-stuff them so I'd def go for the larger size if torn between the two.


 
Posted : 09/07/2010 8:15 am
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Got the 14. Plenty of room for an all day ride. Not to heavy, and very stable when riding.


 
Posted : 09/07/2010 8:43 am
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Is it compressible? If so then the bigger one as you can make it smaller but not bigger.

Get out everything you normally take on a ride and see how much there is. If you're really cheaky take it to the shop and test it!


 
Posted : 09/07/2010 8:51 am
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Cheers for the feedback, I think I need to find a shop a see these packs in the flesh, anyone know any stockists in Yorkshire?


 
Posted : 09/07/2010 9:31 am
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Evans stock them, as do Cycle Surgery (both in Bristol at least, as well as some other LBS) so if you have one of those near you I'd give them a ring.


 
Posted : 09/07/2010 10:09 am