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CamelBak Classic Hydration Pack - 70 fl. oz.

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CamelBak Classic Hydration Pack - 70 fl. oz.

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The CamelBak Classic hydration pack is a must for any no-frills outdoor enthusiast needing a comfortable way to carry and drink water with no extra fuss.

Lightweight design holds the 70 fl. oz. Antidote™ reservoir with a redesigned filler cap, making it easier to load than before
Mesh shoulder straps offer a comfortable fit and cooling airflow; sternum strap adds stability
Big Bite™ valve is easy to use—just bite and sip; HydroLock™ valve shuts off water, ensuring no leakage during transport
Flip-up back panel combined with a rip-and-stick closure at the top of the pack provides easy access to the reservoir
Single zip pocket offers a secure place to toss your keys or a multitool; elastic lacing system on the outside holds rolled-up extra layers or gloves that you taken off
The CamelBak Classic hydration pack features reflective detailing on front and back, increasing your visibility in low light

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CamelBak Classic Hydration Pack - 70 fl. oz. Customer Reviews

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CamelBak Classic Hydration Pack - 70 fl. oz.

4.7

(based on 3 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Easy to refill (3)
Good water flow (3)

Cons

Best Uses

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May

2013

4.0

Great Running Pack

By Rene the Runner

from Austin, TX

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Easy to Refill
Good Water Flow

Cons

Not Enough Pockets

Best Uses

Running

Comments about CamelBak Classic Hydration Pack - 70 fl. oz.:

I use this pack on long runs in the 20-30 mile range and during race day too. I too was a bit nervous that it would bounce around too much, but it has worked like a champ. Even on the very uneven terrain on the trails in the Texas Hill Country, this pack has held up extremely well.

I bought this pack in the summer of 2011 and still use it as my go to pack on my running adventures. On race day it's easy to get help refilling the pack and the wide opening makes for a quick re-fill of ice and liquid (common camelbak trait). Only time it's ever leaked was when I didn't tighten the cap all the way.

I've only filled it with a sports drink 1 time and it didn't take to long to clean out.

I sometimes wear this without a shirt and it'll chafe my lower back a bit if I don't put vaseline on there. I've also started throwing a few gels behind the bladder in the main compartment and that's worked well too. It really only has a pocket for a couple of gels or keys/ID. The bungee cord across the lower half has worked well to hold a tshirt or a hat. One time I even took the bladder out completely and just used it to carry gels, bars, and a couple of sandwiches.

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Apr

2013

5.0

Does exactly what I want it to do

By drberyl

from Austin, TX

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Pros

Easy to Refill
Good Water Flow
Large Capacity
Removable Pouch
Secure Straps

Cons

Best Uses

Long-distance Riding

Comments about CamelBak Classic Hydration Pack - 70 fl. oz.:

I got it for long distance motorcycling so I don't have to stop to get a sip of water. I like this particular one because of it's small size but it still has more than enough water to last me all day in the saddle. And it doesn't go so far down my back that it bumps into the stuff I have strapped on to the back seat. The tube has just enough rigidity that I can slide it up under my full face helmet to get a sip easily.

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Apr

2012

(12 of 12 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Great for running!

By RunningSteven

from Greenville, SC

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

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

Cons

Best Uses

Running

Comments about CamelBak Classic Hydration Pack - 70 fl. oz.:

CamelBak doesn't market this as a running hydration pack, so I was a little reluctant that this would work for me. I was concerned that it would bounce around when I ran, or otherwise feel to constrictive. But I was adding distance during my training for a half marathon and knew I needed to carry water. After a lot of research, I decided to go with this one.

I am extremely pleased with this pack. I haven't filled it up (70 oz), but with 40 oz in it, it only adds about 3.5 pounds. I am 5'10", 155lbs, so I have to cinch it down quite a bit, but it fits comfortably and hardly moves. A tip from a friend to prevent sloshing was to put water in the bag, turn it upside down, and use the straw to suck out the air. Works great!

I liked using it so much that I actually wore it during my half marathon. I was able to pass all the water stations and keep my pace going, and have water whenever I felt I needed it. The only slight drawback is I would sometimes hit the hanging straw with my swinging arm. Really not a big deal, though.

The quality of this pack is fantastic, and I'm very picky. I highly recommend this to runners.