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MSR Cloudliner Hydration Reservoir - 2.5 Liter
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MSR Cloudliner Hydration Reservoir - 2.5 Liter

Item # 734348

$26.95

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For instant hydration just add this new 2.5-liter Cloudliner reservoir to your daypack and you're ready to hit the trail.

  • Puncture-resistant polyethylene reservoir and polyethylene-lined drinking tube are completely taste-free
  • Drip-free angled bite valve has a locking on/off switch that prevents leaking
  • Rotating handle at opening makes filling and cleaning easy
  • Compatible with most filters

Please note: MSR products can only be shipped to U.S. addresses.

Made in USA.

Item 734348

MSR Cloudliner Hydration Reservoir - 2.5 Liter Specs

Specification

Description

Average weight5.8 ounces
Liquid capacity85 fl. oz. / 2.5 liters
Wide-mouth openingYes
Bite valve shut-off switchYes
Quick disconnect tubingNo

MSR Cloudliner Hydration Reservoir - 2.5 Liter Customer Reviews

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MSR Cloudliner Hydration Reservoir - 2.5 Liter
 
3.4

(based on 9 reviews)

67%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to refill (5)
  • Good water flow (5)
  • Stable (4)

Cons

  • Poor construction (3)

Best Uses

  • Day trips (6)
  • Extended hikes (6)
  • Day hikes (3)
  • Reviewer Profile:
  • Avid adventurer (5), Casual adventurer (4)
  • What Is Your Gear Style:
  • Minimalist (6)

Reviewed by 9 customers

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Sep

4

2007

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

 
1.0

Poor tubing

By Treeline

from Illinois

About Me Casual/ Recreational

Site Member

Pros

  • Large capacity

Cons

  • Internal tubing fails
  • Not Functional

Best Uses

  • Day Hikes
  • Weekend Trips

Comments about MSR Cloudliner Hydration Reservoir - 2.5 Liter:

There is an internal tube that can pull itself out of the outer tubing and then cannot be put back in making it unusable because the tube can't be reconnected to the container. I have had 2 of them fail on me.

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

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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Nov

6

2008

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

 
4.0

Suits me fine

By davedahiker

from Midwest, USA

About Me Avid Adventurer

Site Member

Pros

  • Easy on off cap
  • Easy To Refill
  • Good Water Flow

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Day Trips
    • Extended Hikes

    Comments about MSR Cloudliner Hydration Reservoir - 2.5 Liter:

    Best all around hydration bladder I've found so far. Nalgene size opening makes it easy to screw on a water filter. Cap doesn't leak and is easy to screw on and off. Love the bite valve w/on-off lever. Watch out for the metal tube clip when storing. It poked a hole in my first one right off the bat.

    • Gift:
    • No
    • 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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    Dec

    8

    2007

    (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    best hydration pack I've found

    By heythatsmybike101

    from Grand Junction CO

    About Me Avid Adventurer

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Doesn't leak

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Day Hikes
      • Small Packs

      Comments about MSR Cloudliner Hydration Reservoir - 2.5 Liter:

      I've tried both Nalgene and Camelbak hydration packs and both always leaked through either the mouthpiece or the screw-on top lid, no matter how carefully I put it on. This bladder has never leaked, not even when I leave in my backpack upside down. Plus, it attaches right to my MSR water filter, which is super convenient.

      • 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

      24

      2009

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Great Hydration

      By Humper

      from Seattle, WA

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      Site Member

      Pros

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

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Day Trips
        • Extended Hikes

        Comments about MSR Cloudliner Hydration Reservoir - 2.5 Liter:

        Great hydration bladder; I use it in both my REI lookout daypack and my osprey atmos 50. It has holes so it holds in place and is stable. Large mouth that accepts my sweetwater purifier (very important). can hang in the airspeed on the osprey. nice on/off valve along with a bite valve.

        I'm a fan of the screw lids vs. other styles so my filter fits! and the holes so it can hang nicely in the pack (if your pack has holders).

        Get whatever fit's your pack(s). IMHO

        • Gift:
        • No
        • 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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        Jul

        18

        2009

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        The only Hydration bladder in my pack!

        By bugmen10

        from Vancouver, WA

        About Me Avid Adventurer

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Easy To Refill
        • Good Water Flow
        • Stable

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Day Trips
          • Extended Hikes

          Comments about MSR Cloudliner Hydration Reservoir - 2.5 Liter:

          I have a Camel-Back like eveyone else, and have a hard time filling it up like everyone else! I bought this bag because it fit my water filter, and how sweet it is! The water tastes great through the tube, the other reviewer must have been drinking pond scum or something. The 2.5 liter fit my Osprey pack sleeve like a glove! The off/on valve keeps your sleeves and pants dry from that annoying drip from other bags valves. Great product, you will not find another bladder in my pack than this one!

          • Gift:
          • No
          • 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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          Feb

          12

          2009

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          1.0

          Didnt make it through even one overnight

          By EasilyObsessed

          from Nashville, TN

          About Me Avid Adventurer

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Easy To Refill
          • Large Capacity
          • Stable

          Cons

          • Leaky Valve
          • Poor Construction

          Best Uses

          • Day Trips
          • Extended Hikes
          • Running

          Comments about MSR Cloudliner Hydration Reservoir - 2.5 Liter:

          Bladder began leaking the first time I took it out. I was fortunate enough to have brought a nalgene bottle as a backup, otherwise I would have spent the weekend drinking straight out of the filter. I have had MUCH better luck with my two Camelback bladders.

          • What Is Your Gear Style:
          • Minimalist

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

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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          Jun

          6

          2008

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          Like the 2.5 liter size

          By dog hiker

          from Rockville, MD

          About Me Casual/ Recreational

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Improves Backpack Function
          • Versatile

          Cons

          • Expensive

          Best Uses

          • Day Hikes

          Comments about MSR Cloudliner Hydration Reservoir - 2.5 Liter:

          I like the 2.5 liter size which is intermediate between the Camelbak 70 oz. and 100 oz. bladders. 70 oz. is often too little for a day hike and 100 oz. is often too much. This bladder fits well in most of my hydration packs. The lid is compatible with the wide mouth nalgene bottles and MSR water filters, which is an added plus if you ever need to fill it back up again while on the trail. The material is fairly thin for the price you pay, but I haven't had any leaks yet.

          • 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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          Aug

          7

          2009

           
          3.0

          Not bad, but not great

          By shtinkypuppie

          from Torrance, CA

          About Me Casual Adventurer

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Good Water Flow

          Cons

          • Poor Construction

          Best Uses

          • Day Trips
          • Extended Hikes

          Comments about MSR Cloudliner Hydration Reservoir - 2.5 Liter:

          This reservoir worked pretty well overall. The bite valve works well; it had good flow and didn't leak. It did seem a bit poorly designed though. On my first trip, I ended up with a soaked pack because of a leak from the screw-top. Unless you made a point of really screwing it on tight, you'd have a leak. Having that big opening on the side of the bag made it a bit difficult to fill all the way from a spigot or sink. It also suffered a puncture on my last trip, and although it may have just been a victim of circumstance I'm a bit disappointed to be replacing it so soon.

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

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

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          Jan

          12

          2009

           
          3.0

          Replace the tubing..

          By MikeCooks

          from Woodside CA

          About Me Casual Adventurer

          Site Member

          Pros

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

          Cons

          • Poor Construction

          Best Uses

          • Day Trips
          • Extended Hikes

          Comments about MSR Cloudliner Hydration Reservoir - 2.5 Liter:

          All the MSR bladders use a 1/4 inch ID Vinyl tube with an inner liner that they use to help eliminate 'plastic' taste. I have replaced all mine with 1/4 inch Tygon/Vinyl tubing. If you put the tubing in warm water for a while and then put it onto the bladder fittings, it does not leak. You could also put a tye-wrap around it to secure it. You can get the bulk tubing at any scientific or industrial supply company, and most hardware stores.

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

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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