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Post by Ross on Dec 15, 2012 19:09:49 GMT
What do you think about this Hydration pack, I need something a little bigger than my Camelbak Rogue but do not want to be spending Camelbak Mule price's www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=76696Spec wise it looks and sounds good but no reivew's on it. Im also buying some other things from chain reaction so it won't be a bad price |
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Post by Oggy on Dec 15, 2012 19:27:03 GMT
Carnt comment on the individual pack but Osprey packs are really good quality kit  |
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Post by garnish on Dec 15, 2012 19:28:34 GMT
Hi Ross I have the osprey manta 25 lt. It's the only bike backpack I have had so cant compare to any of the other brands. They are of very good quality though, back packs are the only thing osprey make and have been doing so for years, so they know how to put a good one together. The reservoir works well with no leeks as yet. It has a bit valve that when turned 180 degrees stops the flow which stops unwanted leeking at any time. Also has a magnetic clasp that attaches to the sternum strap. This also works very well, but would have to beware if ever using compass. Osprey raptor 18 has very good reviews but have not checked the price.
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Post by Bazzle on Dec 15, 2012 19:46:06 GMT
What do you think about this Hydration pack, I need something a little bigger than my Camelbak Rogue but do not want to be spending Camelbak Mule price's www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=76696Spec wise it looks and sounds good but no reivew's on it. Im also buying some other things from chain reaction so it won't be a bad price TBH I've had a rouge and a mule and really liked them both, I now have the osprey viper 13 which is probably the same as the mule, that viper 7 I'd say is a bit small and would not be any bigger than the rouge. go gor a 13 look around for deals I'm sure I;ce seen it for £50 somewhere... |
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Post by Ross on Dec 15, 2012 20:29:24 GMT
Thanks for the advise you now have me thinking about how big i actually need it now umm, Nice to know Osprey get the thumbs up on quality.
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Post by Ross on Dec 15, 2012 21:05:01 GMT
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Post by motoxman on Dec 16, 2012 12:26:16 GMT
It's not huge and I think quite a few on here have bigger all day packs. As your CB Rogue will do you for summer/short rides you could do with something bigger for winter/longer (all day) rides which will take additional layers, spares, food, etc and provided it has compression straps (like the VP 13 has) you can reduce size when it's not full. Better to have the capacity for when you need it than wishing you had the capacity. |
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Post by Bazzle on Dec 16, 2012 19:31:57 GMT
It's not huge and I think quite a few on here have bigger all day packs. As your CB Rogue will do you for summer/short rides you could do with something bigger for winter/longer (all day) rides which will take additional layers, spares, food, etc and provided it has compression straps (like the VP 13 has) you can reduce size when it's not full. Better to have the capacity for when you need it than wishing you had the capacity. the VIPER 13 isn't that big tbh .. always remember its better to have enouigh room than not enough my mate has the osprey zealot now thats a fair size .. all in all the viper or mule is big/good enough for most uk rides unless your plannin on something bigger than all day rides. |
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Post by Ross on Dec 16, 2012 19:37:16 GMT
Im only usually out for max 6 hours. This should not be a hard decision but since they are like £50 plus i need to make sure im buying the right one this time. Think i need to have a travel around some bike shops to have a look at them closer up. Thanks for the advice once again
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Post by Bazzle on Dec 16, 2012 19:39:23 GMT
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Post by Andy Mac on Dec 17, 2012 20:42:15 GMT
Ive got a viper 13. No its not massive but does have a 3lt bladder and is defo big enough for all day riding. I carry just about a bit of everything and still have room to spare. Just remember big suitcase syndrome ( the bigger the case the more you put in )
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Post by dazzle on Dec 17, 2012 20:55:34 GMT
I use the osprey zealot 16 more than enough room to get your jacket in and stuff plus got a tidy tool roll in bottom compartment ;D
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Post by Ross on Jan 1, 2013 21:03:10 GMT
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