back packs with drinks.
07-24-05 | 05:10 PM
#26
Calamari to go
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From: Falls Church, VA
Bikes: Trek 750
Originally Posted by moesch
I have one question. Is the weight in them a big factor or not?
If weight is a problem for you, stick with a bottle and stop often to fill it.
2L is a good size. Enough to go a good distance between fill ups but not very heavy. There are also 1L and 1.5L, but if I'm carrying that small an amount, I'll stick with a bottle.
07-24-05 | 05:12 PM
#27
Señor Member
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Bikes: '00 Jamis Dakar Sport LE: '05 Lemond Sarthe
Originally Posted by cc_rider
It's a back pack! It's designed to distribute the weight in a comfortable manner.
If weight is a problem, stick with a bottle and stop often to fill it.
2L is a good size. Enough to go a good distance between fill ups but not very heavy. There are also 1L and 1.5L, but if I'm carrying that small an amount, I'll stick with a bottle.
If weight is a problem, stick with a bottle and stop often to fill it.
2L is a good size. Enough to go a good distance between fill ups but not very heavy. There are also 1L and 1.5L, but if I'm carrying that small an amount, I'll stick with a bottle.
Welcome back... 53...
07-24-05 | 06:10 PM
#28
BOATS AND HOES!
Joined: Jun 2005
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From: Gilbert, AZ
Bikes: Madone
I was hesitant on getting a reservoir/backpack because I’ve heard all the hoopla about them being uncomfortable and hot.
Well.
I guess it’s true about what they say about opinions. I bought a Camelbak MULE the other day and on my first ride out I was surprise how comfortable it was. With 3 liters of fluid I would think it would be a little cumbersome, but it wasn’t. And hot? No, the mixture of Gatorade and ice-cubes kept my back cool for two hours. The bonus part is that I’ve tossed all the extra stuff hanging off my bike like my pump and seat bag and put it in the Camelbak. Now my bike has that “clean” look.
I’d highly recommend one.
Well.
I guess it’s true about what they say about opinions. I bought a Camelbak MULE the other day and on my first ride out I was surprise how comfortable it was. With 3 liters of fluid I would think it would be a little cumbersome, but it wasn’t. And hot? No, the mixture of Gatorade and ice-cubes kept my back cool for two hours. The bonus part is that I’ve tossed all the extra stuff hanging off my bike like my pump and seat bag and put it in the Camelbak. Now my bike has that “clean” look.
I’d highly recommend one.
07-24-05 | 06:24 PM
#30
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Bikes: '00 Jamis Dakar Sport LE: '05 Lemond Sarthe
Originally Posted by moesch
Thank you all for your opinions. I will be getting one soon!
07-24-05 | 06:37 PM
#32
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Bikes: '00 Jamis Dakar Sport LE: '05 Lemond Sarthe
Awesome! Medpilot is one persuasive fellow. Eight minutes from his post to your made-up-mind. Think I'll put him on retainer... 
No.. being banned is your thing... 
Originally Posted by moesch = 53-11 alltheway
Comfort is my thing.
Last edited by 661; 07-24-05 at 06:49 PM.
