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CamelBak FlashFlo Hydration Waistpack

CamelBak FlashFlo Hydration Waistpack

Item # 733157
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CamelBak's Flashflo hydration waistpack for runners, walkers and cyclists carries as much liquid as a double water-bottle waistpack.

  • This lightweight yet rugged pack offers easy access, making it easy to refill the 45-fl.-oz. reservoir
  • Secure outer pocket holds a CD or MP3 player for music on the go; external zip pocket can hold keys and small essentials
  • Mesh waistbelt allows cooling air circulation
  • Side-cinch compression keeps load stable and secure
  • Reflective highlights increase your visibility in low light

Imported.

Item 733157

CamelBak FlashFlo Hydration Waistpack Specs

Specification

Description

GenderUnisex
Approximate volume98 cubic inches
Approximate volume - metric1.6 liters
Average weight16 ounces
Average weight - metric0.45 kilograms
Adjustable torsoNo
MaterialNylon
Liquid capacity45 fl. oz. / 1.4 liters
Number of pockets2
Access / LoadingTop

CamelBak FlashFlo Hydration Waistpack Customer Reviews

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CamelBak FlashFlo Hydration Waistpack
 
3.7

(based on 10 reviews)

70%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Good water flow (10)
  • Comfortable (8)
  • Easy to refill (6)
  • Stable (6)
  • Highly adjustable (5)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Day trip (3)
    • Running (3)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Casual/ recreational (6), Avid adventurer (3)
    • What Is Your Gear Style:
    • Comfort driven (3)

    Reviewed by 10 customers

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    Apr

    21

    2008

    (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

     
    3.0

    Good for 1-2 hour walks or hikes

    By Peirene

    from NYC, NY

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Good Water Flow
    • Highly Adjustable

    Cons

    • Bouncy
    • Unstable

    Best Uses

    • 4-8 Mile Walks
    • Short hikes

    Comments about CamelBak FlashFlo Hydration Waistpack:

    This is my pack of choice for short walks or hikes (up to 2 hours or 8 miles) that are long enough to merit carrying a snack, minimal first-aid, and other "just in case" gear.

    I can't use it for anything faster than a brisk walk - the pack bounces around if I get above about 5 mph.

    I go through a good volume of water, so I find the 45 ounce hydration capacity limits the usefulness of this pack for me to 2 hours maximum, unless I have opportunities to refill my water along the way. It's a bit cumbersome to refill - I find I need to take the bladder out of the pack completely - so it's not convenient to refill on the go.

    If you're looking for a waistpack hydration system that's just right for a 2 hour hike, I'd recommend this. If you're looking for something for running or for longer times out, or just a general hydration pack, I would not recommend this pack.

    • What Is Your Gear Style:
    • Minimalist

    Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

    (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

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    Mar

    29

    2008

    (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Great little pack!

    By Reluctant Athlete

    from Colorado Springs, CO

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Easy To Refill
    • Good Water Flow
    • Highly Adjustable

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Bike rides
      • Running

      Comments about CamelBak FlashFlo Hydration Waistpack:

      This hydration pack works just great for short trips hiking and cycling. It's a lot more comfortable, both weight-wise and temperature-wise, than a full pack if you're not going to be out there a long time. It's got room for my cell, wallet, maps, pen light, iPod, and snacks. I've even crammed a small digital camera in there at the expense of a protein bar. I did buy a clip for the hose and that solved all the problems I had with fighting with it. Hint for the ladies - don't clip it to your shirt, clip it to your bra strap so it doesn't deform the fabric. I do have trouble getting the pack stable for running (I get a whole lot of bounce no matter what I do to adjust it), but I suspect that's me being clueless since so many runners love it. I'm going to take it in next time I visit REI in person and get one of the gear guys to show me how to do it right.[...]

      • What Is Your Gear Style:
      • Comfort Driven

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

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      Aug

      15

      2008

      (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

       
      1.0

      Too much bounce for long runs

      By Snapster

      from Baltimore, MD

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Good Water Flow
      • Large Capacity

      Cons

      • Bounces
      • Not comfortable
      • Unstable

      Best Uses

        Comments about CamelBak FlashFlo Hydration Waistpack:

        I only thing I really like about this product is it has lots of room for phone, keys, etc. My big problem with it is that no matter what I do to adjust it while running, it still jiggles & bounces unless I have no water left in the bladder. As a result, my back is really scraped up & raw. I had read the previous reviews & thought this would be good for running for my half marathon, but it is NOT! Might be ok for hiking or walking but again, way too much jiggle for running.

        • What Is Your Gear Style:
        • Comfort Driven

        Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

        (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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        Sep

        10

        2007

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        Great for runners!

        By swhale

        from Cave Creek, AZ.

        About Me Avid Adventurer

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Good Water Flow
        • Large Capacity
        • Stable

        Cons

        • Hard to fill

        Best Uses

        • Running

        Comments about CamelBak FlashFlo Hydration Waistpack:

        The 45 ounce capacity is perfect for most runs. When adjusted properly it won't bounce and lose position on your hips. I just wish you didn't have to pull out the reservois to fill it.

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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        Oct

        23

        2007

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        lots o' room

        By just g

        from Lebanon, TN

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Easy To Refill
        • Good Water Flow
        • Highly Adjustable
        • Stable

        Cons

          Best Uses

            Comments about CamelBak FlashFlo Hydration Waistpack:

            I really like the storage and comfort. Can be adjusted almost every way possible. Even full of water and a few items in the storage pockets...lots of those...I never really knew I had it on. I am a hydration freak, so it doesn't hold enough water for me. It's probably okay for a "normal" person on hikes. I LOVE camelbak products and as usual, this is a high quality item.

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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            Sep

            28

            2007

            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            Just what I wanted!

            By ljb

            from austin, tx

            About Me Casual/ Recreational

            Pros

            • Comfortable
            • Easy To Refill
            • Good Water Flow
            • Highly Adjustable
            • Stable

            Cons

            • None

            Best Uses

            • Commuting
            • Day Trips

            Comments about CamelBak FlashFlo Hydration Waistpack:

            I bought this size camelback specifically for going out on day hikes and for mountain biking. I get too hot with a pack on my back. It has been perfect for those applications. It has some extra space in the pack for a few personal items... cell phone, id's, keys. I like it!

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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            Sep

            12

            2007

            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

             
            2.0

            Not what it is carcked up to be

            By felinerunner

            from Sacramento

            About Me Intermediate

            Pros

            • Good Water Flow

            Cons

            • Extra storage too small
            • Hard to fill

            Best Uses

            • Short jog

            Comments about CamelBak FlashFlo Hydration Waistpack:

            I am a small women and needed a small snug hydration and pack for Mt hiking. It didn't work. It is way too small, I ran out of water on a 7 mile climb and didn't have enough room for food. The mouth piece won't work for cycling either

            Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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            Sep

            12

            2007

            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

             
            4.0

            nice litle hydration pack

            By acchow

            from Los Angeles, CA

            About Me Casual/ Recreational

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Comfortable
            • Easy To Refill
            • Good Water Flow
            • Stable

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Day Trips

              Comments about CamelBak FlashFlo Hydration Waistpack:

              the flashflo is a nice little hyrdation waistpack. for short hikes, i prefer this pack over a full-size backpack hydration system, especially on hot california days. it's easy to fill and the tube is manageable. if camelbak had made the storage pocket just a little bigger, it would be 5 stars perfect.

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

              (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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              Jul

              26

              2008

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              best thing that ever happend to me

              By jujubug

              from Palmer, Alaska

              About Me Casual/ Recreational

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Easy To Refill
              • Good Water Flow
              • Highly Adjustable
              • Stable

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Running

                Comments about CamelBak FlashFlo Hydration Waistpack:

                I am a fairly new runner and in the last 6 months have slowly increased the distance I run. I needed some type of water source for my runs over 5-6 miles. I went to the REI store and looked around, came home and read reviews and took my chances with the Flashflo. I am sooooo not dissapointed. It sits well on my natural waist. The actual tube from the water bladder attaches/snaps into the front belt and is easily accessible without having to stop and fuss with it. I truly couldn't be happier. The volume the bladder carries is perfect for my 10 mile runs and this includes me rinsing and spitting. The color I chose was also helpful for safety/visibility. The front pockets are perfect for a cell phone and some tissue and maybe a small power bar... I highly recommend this product.

                • What Is Your Gear Style:
                • Comfort Driven

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

                (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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                Sep

                12

                2007

                (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                4.0

                Run without jiggle

                By AKRunner

                from Anchorage, Alaska

                About Me Casual/ Recreational

                Site Member

                Pros

                • Comfortable
                • Easy To Refill
                • Good pouch capacity
                • Good Water Flow
                • Large Capacity
                • Stable

                Cons

                • Hard to keep adjusted

                Best Uses

                • Day Trips
                • Half Marathon

                Comments about CamelBak FlashFlo Hydration Waistpack:

                The high water carrying capacity for those long runs, room for gels or snacks, cell phone and keys makes this a good product for runners.

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

                (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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