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Nathan HPL 020 Race Hydration Vest - 70 oz.
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Nathan HPL 020 Race Hydration Vest - 70 oz.

Item # 767745

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Think of it as a hydration jetpack! Nathan Human Propulsion Laboratories 020 Race Hydration Vest is engineered to enhance your maximum velocity.

  • Propulsion Harness™ moves in harmony with your shoulder and upper-back movements, reducing wasted energy
  • Wall Mesh™ shoulder straps and backpanel channel air across your skin and wick moisture away to improve overall comfort
  • Insulated reservoir compartment zips open and provides quick, easy access to 2-liter reservoir
  • Bite Me™ valve is bent at a 90° angle; can be easily shut off with a quick twist
  • Zippered front pocket secures keys, ID or cash; opposite side stashes energy gels in a stretchy mesh pocket
  • Two zippered rear compartments organize additional items

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Nathan HPL 020 Race Hydration Vest - 70 oz. Specs

Specification

Description

GenderUnisex
Frame typeFrameless
Approximate volume100 cubic inches
Approximate volume - metric1.64 liters
Average weight17 ounces
Average weight - metric0.48 kilogram
Adjustable torsoNo
MaterialNylon
Liquid capacity2 liters / 70 fl. oz.
Number of pockets3 + main compartment
Access / LoadingPanel

Nathan HPL 020 Race Hydration Vest - 70 oz. Customer Reviews

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Nathan HPL 020 Race Hydration Vest - 70 oz.
 
4.3

(based on 4 reviews)

75%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (4)
  • Stable (4)
  • Easy to refill (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Running (4)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Avid adventurer (3)

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    Aug

    21

    2008

    (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Love it!

    By CWW

    from Washington, DC

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

    Verified BuyerSite Member

    Pros

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

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Running
      • Travel

      Comments about Nathan HPL 020 Race Hydration Vest - 70 oz.:

      Easy to fill and throw on. Pockets provide ample room to put personal items and other things in.

      Service and delivery comments:

      Everything came quick and packaged neatly.

      • 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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      Apr

      28

      2009

      (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      No Bounce Hydration

      By Tom from the land of pigs and corn

      from Flyover Country

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Plenty of Storage
      • Stable

      Cons

      • Expensive

      Best Uses

      • Running

      Comments about Nathan HPL 020 Race Hydration Vest - 70 oz.:

      I use my Nathan hydration pack on long training runs and in ultra marathons. The suspension system virtually eliminates bounce and swaying. There is plenty of storage on the front for gels, electrolyte replacement, MP3 player, cell phone, etc. My pack does not have internal toggles to support the bladder as it is drained, so it tends to bunch up in the bottom of the pack. I noticed on the newer models, Nathan has added this feature. I purchased one (women's version) for my wife as well (she kept borrowing it and leaving the straps adjusted for her smaller frame).

      • Gift:
      • No

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      Finish of 40 mile ultra event

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      (4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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      Aug

      28

      2009

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      2.0

      Good pack, poor bladder & drink valve

      By Todd in Detroit

      from Royal Oak, MI

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Easy To Refill
      • Stable

      Cons

      • Leaks
      • Not reflective
      • Poor Construction

      Best Uses

      • Running

      Comments about Nathan HPL 020 Race Hydration Vest - 70 oz.:

      I want to like this product. The pack portion is well designed and comfortable to run in. I don't see any reflective piping on the pack which seems like a no brainer thing to add.

      However, the bladder and drink system are of poor design and construction. The bladder leaks -- mine leaks around the fill hole. In reading reviews elsewhere, this is apparently common. I would be hesitant to use this during cold weather events, since getting wet from your pack is not a good thing.

      Another problem is the bite valve. It is difficult to open. I wore the pack during a recent 100-mile race and the valve became less and less operable. Eventually it simply fell off. It's still not working properly and I expect to return it.

      In summary, it's a good pack design, but the drink system is simply unreliable.

      • Gift:
      • No
      • 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

      18

      2009

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Light and adjustable

      By Raramuri

      from Flagstaff AZ

      About Me Avid Adventurer

      Pros

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

      Cons

      • None

      Best Uses

      • Running

      Comments about Nathan HPL 020 Race Hydration Vest - 70 oz.:

      The Nathan HPL 020 has been great and i have not had any issues using this hydro pack. I have used it in extended runs such as 12 miles or more and i have not had any weight or lack of water issues. The adjustable features allows the Nathan pack to fit my body.

      • 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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