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| Reviews Summary for Camelbak Hydration Systems |
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Reviews: 5
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Average rating: 5.0/5
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MSRP: $65.00
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Description: Backpack style canteen systems. Some models also have cargo room.
Shown: Camelbak Cloud Walker
Dynamic Contour Design distributes the load and adds stability.
1,300 cubic inches of storage space includes main compartment with double slider and outside zip pocket for small items.
The 70 ounce reservoir is directly accessible from outside the pack via the Water Hole.
Upper and lower horizontal compression straps for load stability.
Includes sternum strap and 1H-inch waist belt.
Materials: nylon, 500d and 420d cross rip.
Big Bite Valve and Screw Cap Closure.
New Ergo Angle positions the Bite Valve and serves as a quick disconnect to plug your delivery tube into your water filter.
Available in chili/gray (shown) and gold/gray.
Pack Weight: Filled Reservoir - 5 lbs, 13 oz (2.6 kg)
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PunkAndRun
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Rating: 5/5
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Mar 24, 2009 13:22
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Never leave home without it!
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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I have used my Camelbak M.U.L.E. almost exclusively for herping since I bought it. It's the perfect pack with a 3-liter bladder, as well as plenty of space to store just about anything you need from field guides to venom extractors and more. I would highly recommend investing in one, because mine is quite possibly the best piece of herping equipment I've ever bought.
A note about Toons' ice cube comment: Camelbak actually recommends filling the bladder about a third of the way full, laying it flat and freezing it. The solid chuck stays frozen longer and also conveniently eliminates any ice cube sounds. Just be sure the tube is free of all water, because if frozen while full this could easily burst the tube.
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Shortfang
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Rating: 5/5
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Dec 8, 2003 23:16
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Essential Geat
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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No doubt that most of the weather that herping conditons happen in require herpers to drink copius amounts of water. The camelback system lets me carry 2+ liters of water comfortly and out of the way and it is super easy to access for a drink. The camelback had become a treasured investment and it is as an essential part of my gear as my swiiss army knife. The only thing that troubles me is that I don't like the backpacks on the larger models so if I have to carry a lot of gear into the outdoors I have to use a satchel or messenger bag. But at the cost of becomeing dehydrated or suffering from heat exhaustion it is worth it to me.
-Drew E. Dittmer
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bayoublue
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Rating: 5/5
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Jul 28, 2001 23:52
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Hydrate or die!!!!
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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I've used the Camelbak M.U.L.E which has plenty of cargo space and a larger blader in the jungles of Panama, to the Mojave desert and the only problem I've had was with the drink tube. Late at night, your tired, triple canopy jungle, well the thing looks like a snake, not that thats a bad thing, but its close to your face too!!! Other than that I wouldn't leave home without it.
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Toons
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Rating: 5/5
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Feb 2, 2001 01:17
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Government Issue
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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Hello everyone. I'm a member of the USAF. My particular job, an F-15 Crew Chief, involves at the least 9-10 hours outside on a flightline. In the summer of '99 one of my coworkers wore a camelbak to work. At first he was called a dork, but then other people tried them and eventualy they became standard issue in my squadron,(1st Fighter Squadron) and in the two other fighter squadrons on my base (Tyndall AFB, FL). These have become so popular that just recently they have been incorporated into standard flightline dress by higher headquaters(D.C.). Now unfortunately the standard issued camelbak are a simple bladder in a nylon pouch unlike the nice one pictured. They do get the job done and are a standard requirement on my many outings during offtime. I have some suggestions though; don't put Kool Aid or powdered Gatorade into your bladdder as it tends to stain. Wash it out every now and then even if you only use water because a poor guy in another Sq. got disentary from a dirty bladder. Be sure to wash it again when you put it up for the winter or ewwww when it comes out of the closet. Also get a well insulated one. It may cost more but jingling ice cubes scare lizards and turtles(lol). If you already have one great for you if not get on the boat for this convienient, hands free hydration system!
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Charper
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Rating: 5/5
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Jan 31, 2001 19:07
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Great for a day hike
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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I always carry things with me when I go to the field. I usually carry a daypack, but I thought the 70oz water bladder on this pack might be an improvement over a canteen. I was right. I love having the drinking tube hanging over my shoulder. This particular model also has plenty of storage room and I put it to good use regardless of how far I'm going. I would recommend this for anyone that likes to dayhike.
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