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Novara Big Buzz Hydration Pack - 100 oz.

Novara Big Buzz Hydration Pack - 100 oz.

Item # 733838
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Bicycling, June '07 says the Big Buzz's slim, light design is ''easy on the shoulders'' and the fit was popular with their female testers as well.

  • Stealthy black Novara® Big Buzz hydration pack goes the distance on longer rides--expands to offer an extra 150 cubic inches of gear capacity
  • Shaped Nalgene® reservoir is tapered at the bottom for more comfort while in the riding position
  • Quick-disconnect hose makes filling and cleaning a breeze; no need to remove hose from pack
  • New magnetic bite valve snaps on/off shoulder strap for easy, convenient drinking on the fly
  • Zippered main compartment carries reservoir plus has additional volume for carrying extra gear
  • Main compartment opening has been widened to make it easier to insert a full reservoir
  • Flow-through mesh shoulder straps and mesh padded backpanel control moisture and help keep you cool
  • Air mesh back ensures maximum breathability, with ventilating air channels on backpanel
  • External pocket accommodates extra gear like a pump and light batteries, while an internal security pocket with tethered key clip holds small items
  • Side pockets on mesh waistbelt for quick access to energy-gels or small essential gear
  • Abundant reflective piping provides excellent nighttime visibility; reflective loop holds a flashing LED safety light, sold separately
  • Sternum strap adjusts vertically on reflective piping at each shoulder strap
  • Compression straps and webbing waistbelt provide excellent load control

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Item 733838

Novara Big Buzz Hydration Pack - 100 oz. Specs

Specification

Description

Liquid capacity100 fl. oz. / 3 liters
Gear capacity375 (525 expanded) cubic inches
Dimensions18 x 7 x 4.5 inches
Average weight27 ounces
Bite valve shut-off switchYes
Quick disconnect tubingYes
Wide-mouth openingYes
MaterialNylon/polyester

Novara Big Buzz Hydration Pack - 100 oz. Customer Reviews

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Novara Big Buzz Hydration Pack - 100 oz.
 
3.8

(based on 5 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to refill (4)
  • Good water flow (4)
  • Secure straps (4)
  • Large capacity (3)
  • Removable pouch (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Mountain biking (4)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Casual adventurer (4)

    Reviewed by 5 customers

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    May

    5

    2008

     
    4.0

    good everyday pack

    By Jedi_07

    from Seattle WA

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Easy to Refill
    • Good Water Flow
    • Large Capacity
    • Secure Straps

    Cons

      Best Uses

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

      Comments about Novara Big Buzz Hydration Pack - 100 oz.:

      good hydration pack. i like the whistle and the side pockets on the waist straps. also like the expandable feature. the refill is tricky at first, but i haven't had any major leaks.

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      Apr

      29

      2008

       
      4.0

      I like it but..

      By guardian21

      from Colorado Springs, Colorado

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Easy to Refill
      • Good Water Flow
      • Removable Pouch
      • Secure Straps

      Cons

      • Poor Construction
      • Short Hose

      Best Uses

      • Mountain Biking

      Comments about Novara Big Buzz Hydration Pack - 100 oz.:

      I thought it was a good product but like the others I thought the hose was to short. during my more technical rides the hose would come undone and hit me in the face I havent fixed this yet but I have to wonder if the camelback extention will work on the hosing I give it a shot and let you know.

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      Feb

      23

      2008

       
      4.0

      I love this pack!

      By SoCal Sue

      from Southern California

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Good Water Flow
      • Magnetic bite valve

      Cons

      • Hose too short
      • Not Enough Pockets

      Best Uses

      • Day Hiking

      Comments about Novara Big Buzz Hydration Pack - 100 oz.:

      I use this pack for day hikes and I just love it. The pack is big and roomy. There's a separate main compartment for big items.

      The other reviews are true in saying the hose is too short to attach the magnet bite valve. But I just moved the magnet up on the shoulder strap and re-attached it with a rubber band, and now it works great. This is my favorite feature. I never have to worry about the bite valve getting dirty or being somewhere it shouldn't.

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      Sep

      26

      2007

       
      4.0

      Great Pack (with slight mods)

      By CoreyG

      from St Louis, MO

      About Me Avid Cyclist, Casual/ Recreational

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Easy to refill
      • Good water flow
      • Large Capacity
      • Removable pouch
      • Secure straps

      Cons

      • Short Hose

      Best Uses

      • Mountain Biking

      Comments about Novara Big Buzz Hydration Pack - 100 oz.:

      This is a good pack with some cool features not found on other lines of hydro packs. I like the detachable hose though it will leak a little bit. The magnet attachment is also pretty cool. My only gripe is that the hose is too short. I was constantly yanking on this thing out on the trail so I went to the hardware store and spliced an additional 3" of hose into it. Mod costs under $5 and I don't have any more issues.

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      Sep

      3

      2007

       
      3.0

      Quite functional

      By Big Tommy C

      from Bowling Green, KY

      About Me Avid Cyclist

      Pros

      • Easy to refill
      • Large Capacity
      • Removable pouch
      • Secure straps

      Cons

      • Hose too short
      • Not enough pockets

      Best Uses

      • Mountain Biking

      Comments about Novara Big Buzz Hydration Pack - 100 oz.:

      For the most part, I really like this pack. There are a few nagging issues that keep it from earning a full recommendation from me, though.

      The first and most obvious is the fact that the hose doesn't seem to be long enough to attach to the magnet as it should. I have the magnet as high up on the strap as it will go, but it often will not reach anyway (this is independent of whether I am wearing the pack or not).

      The second, and in many ways more annoying issue, is with the connection of the bladder to the hose. I really like this for filling the pack....just push the button, pop off the hose, fill, and plug it back in--no leakage.

      However, on several occasions when I have wrecked and ended up on my back, the hose has come partially disconnected. I don't notice this until I attempt to take a drink and there is ZERO flow of water or air. At this point I have to take off the pack, disconnect the hose completely, and then reconnect it.


      It would also be nice if the main storage compartment was separate frm the bladder, I get nervous when carrying my bulky (and sometimes slightly pointy) items right next to a rubber bag filled with water.

      Bicycling really liked this product, so maybe the issues are unique to me. At this point I think I would try a MULE if I had to replace it.

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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