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CamelBak OMEGA Hydration Reservoir - 70 oz.
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CamelBak OMEGA Hydration Reservoir - 70 oz.

Item # 733681

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Backpacker April '07 says CamelBak made their ''...reservoir so bomber that it didn't pop when we drove a truck over it.''

  • This CamelBak® hydration reservoir features a huge access port for easy filling and cleaning
  • OMEGA™ access port is large enough to put your hand inside, making cleaning and filling simple
  • Hydroguard™ anti-microbial technology embeds an FDA-approved silver ion compound into reservoir film and delivery tubes
  • Anti-microbial film eliminates up to 99.99% of common bacteria and fungus
  • Big Bite™ valve made of medical-grade silicone provides easy access--simply bite and sip
  • Screw-down cap prevents leakage

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Item 733681

CamelBak OMEGA Hydration Reservoir - 70 oz. Specs

Specification

Description

Average weight6.3 ounces
Liquid capacity70 fl. oz. / 2 liters
Wide-mouth openingYes
Bite valve shut-off switchNo
Quick disconnect tubingNo

CamelBak OMEGA Hydration Reservoir - 70 oz. Customer Reviews

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CamelBak OMEGA Hydration Reservoir - 70 oz.
 
3.7

(based on 19 reviews)

79%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Good water flow (16)
  • Large capacity (16)
  • Easy to refill (13)
  • Comfortable (4)
  • Removable pouch (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Day hiking (13)
    • Mountain biking (8)
    • Multi-sport (8)
    • Day trips (4)
    • Extended hikes (4)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Casual adventurer (13), Avid cyclist (4)
    • What Is Your Gear Style:
    • Minimalist (4)

    Reviewed by 19 customers

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    Jan

    6

    2008

    (5 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

     
    1.0

    Leaks, leaks, leaks

    By where is the quality

    from Boulder, CO

    Site Member

    Pros

      Cons

      • Poor Construction

      Best Uses

        Comments about CamelBak OMEGA Hydration Reservoir - 70 oz.:

        Terrible! I have 2 of these, 70oz and 72oz - immediately both leaked through the cap (as many other Camelbak users will attest) unless the cap is screwed on VERY VERY TIGHT - then you can not get the cap off. Tried a Platypus, but zip-lock incredibly difficult to seal - over 1/2hr trying before success. Mostly negative comments about MSR, so where do you go for a QUALITY resevoir?

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

        (5 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

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        Jun

        16

        2008

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

         
        1.0

        Not reliable

        By windsinthehills

        from Poplar Bluff, MO.

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Drinking while moving is
        • Good Water Flow
        • Large Capacity

        Cons

        • Leaky Valve
        • Not very durable
        • Poor Construction

        Best Uses

        • Day Hiking
        • Day use only
        • Mountain Biking
        • Multi-Sport

        Comments about CamelBak OMEGA Hydration Reservoir - 70 oz.:

        This week went on a 3 day backpack with friend to Toyibee range. Before we left my Camelbak started leaking in pack from small hole in center of bladder. Borrowed another bladder for trip. 2 days into trip friend's Camelbac developed leak in seam that emptied contents into sleeping bag. Friend had very wet uncomfortable night at 30 degrees. I will be going back to using bottles for all but day hikes. I also hike with 2 other friends that have had to replace 2 bladders in less than 1 season of use.

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

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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        Feb

        12

        2009

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        Best bladder out there

        By EasilyObsessed

        from Nashville, TN

        About Me Avid Adventurer

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Easy To Refill
        • Good Water Flow
        • Large Capacity

        Cons

        • Plastic taste

        Best Uses

        • Day Trips
        • Extended Hikes
        • Running

        Comments about CamelBak OMEGA Hydration Reservoir - 70 oz.:

        Main complaint is the plastic taste. I generally take a bit of sports drink powder with me to help overcome the plastic taste. I use 25% of the recommended sports drink power...enough to cover up the taste but not feel like Im sucking down pure sugar.

        I have two Camelback bladders and both have taken a ton of abuse over the past couple years. The MSR bladder I originally bought started leaking on the first trip out.

        If you are doing any backpacking in cold weather make sure to keep the tube warm during the night or it will freeze up. If it does freeze up, take off the mouth piece and you can "squeeze" the ice through the tube.

        • What Is Your Gear Style:
        • Minimalist

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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        Jul

        31

        2008

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        1.0

        Water tastes of chemicals!

        By Loves mountains

        from Portland, OR

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Good Water Flow
        • Large Capacity
        • Removable Pouch

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Day Hiking

          Comments about CamelBak OMEGA Hydration Reservoir - 70 oz.:

          I love everything about it except for one very important thing. The water tastes AWFUL!!! I followed the company's online instructions for cleaning but if water sits in the hydration pack for more than just a few minutes it becomes unpalatable. It tastes strongly of plastic (bitter and chemically)and I had 2 other people try it and they agreed. I can't use it the way it is so I guess I'll have to replace it though I am nervous about doing so in case I get the same results.

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

          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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          Jul

          28

          2008

          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

           
          4.0

          Solid Performance

          By masterdg22

          from Seattle, WA

          About Me Casual/ Recreational

          Pros

          • Good Water Flow
          • Large Capacity

          Cons

          • Hard to Clean
          • Hard to refill

          Best Uses

          • Backpacking
          • Day Hiking

          Comments about CamelBak OMEGA Hydration Reservoir - 70 oz.:

          I like the size of the bladder. The construction is solid and never leaks like some of the other reviews suggested. It is difficult to remove the lid if you tighten it down good (which I always do in fear of wet gear). The only real complaint I have is that the bladder is hard to dry out. The hose and bladder itself keep moisture in it unless you have it hanging for over a week. Also it's hard to refill with a water filter. Wish it had an adapter for filling with a nalgene wide mouth lid size which most filters adapt for.

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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          Jul

          8

          2008

          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          I love my camelback

          By M

          from Mt. Gretna, PA

          About Me Casual/ Recreational

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Easy to Refill
          • Good Water Flow
          • Large Capacity

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Day Hiking
            • Mountain Biking
            • Multi-Sport
            • Running

            Comments about CamelBak OMEGA Hydration Reservoir - 70 oz.:

            We've used camelbacks for years and love them. The opening is large enough for me to get my hand in and it is very easy to fill. It is easy to close (you do have to make sure the cap is on tight). Once you make sure it is tight, it will not leak. We had platypus reservours and ditched them immediately after one of the first trips because we could not get them closed. The only thing I would recommend doing is to get a valve lock because we have sat down on or set stuff down on the bite valve causing leaks, but that was our own fault.

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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            Feb

            24

            2008

            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            Absolute Best Hydration System

            By ooter37

            from Flagstaff, AZ

            About Me Avid Cyclist

            Site Member

            Pros

            • Does not leak anywhere
            • Durable
            • Good Water Flow
            • Large Capacity

            Cons

            • Difficult to refill

            Best Uses

            • Day Hiking
            • Mountain Biking
            • Multi-Sport
            • Road Riding

            Comments about CamelBak OMEGA Hydration Reservoir - 70 oz.:

            Although I can't say I've used every hydration system, I have used a lot. Nothing comes close to the Camelback. This is one of the few items I recommend spending the extra money for the name.

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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            Sep

            18

            2007

            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            Makes Backpacking much easier!

            By Bear Claw

            from WI

            About Me Hiker

            Pros

            • Easy to refill
            • Good water flow

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Backpacking
              • Day Hiking
              • Road riding

              Comments about CamelBak OMEGA Hydration Reservoir - 70 oz.:

              This made hiking a whole lot easier, as I could ditch the water bottles and drink on the go! I was disappointed to see that it didn't come with the safety lock valve, which I purchased seperately.

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

              (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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              Sep

              18

              2007

              (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

               
              4.0

              Wont go mountainbiking/hiking without it

              By OutdoorObcessed

              from Illinois

              About Me Avid Cyclist

              Site Member

              Pros

              • Easy to refill

              Cons

              • Smallish capacity

              Best Uses

              • Day Hiking
              • Mountain Biking
              • Multi-sport

              Comments about CamelBak OMEGA Hydration Reservoir - 70 oz.:

              I have used this for backpacking trips, adventure races, and mountain biking. I never though I would want one, but it makes a huge difference. Keeps the weight of the water clost to your back, and means you never have to stop going. I did break the hanging hook, but called camelbak and they replaced it no questions asked! Found the capacity a little small for long rides (4 hours or more), but got a 100 oz for longer rides

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

              (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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              May

              10

              2009

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              I love my CamelBak

              By R.Rochette

              from Mystic, CT

              About Me Avid Adventurer

              Pros

              • Comfortable
              • Easy To Refill
              • Good Water Flow
              • Large Capacity

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Day Trips
                • Extended Hikes

                Comments about CamelBak OMEGA Hydration Reservoir - 70 oz.:

                I've had my CamelBak for 10+ years. I love the fact that you can drink water without having to fish around for a bottle. I put filtered water into my bladder and never noticed a chemical taste. I even take the bladder out of my CamelBak and put it into my larger pack for extended hikes or even pack the CamelBak into my larger pack.

                I will never go hiking without it. This is one of the best things a hiker can take with them.

                • Gift:
                • No
                • What Is Your Gear Style:
                • Minimalist

                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

                (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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