Originally Posted by
Doug5150
As to "why not just use a bladder", I understand that many competitive riders prefer bottles, so they can keep track of how much they are drinking at any point in time.
Also with bottles, some can be energy mix and others plain water.
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i find my cbak puts a lot of stress on my shoulders (gotta support the high weight). if i drop the bag down low so it hang 'round my waist my lower back starts to hurt. it's also really hot! i don't notice the fatigue issues, though, unless i'm riding for longer than an hour.
i understand why you'd use bottles. takes the weight off the rider.