Please advise on Kelty's "hydration compatible" claim. Where will the bladder and tubing go, and how has it worked for you? Thanks.
10670
There is an elastic pouch on the large inside pocket that you could put the bladder in. There is not a hole for the tube to come through however. The large pouch has two zippers so you could pull them in such a way as to allow the tube to come through.
10671
There is a hydration bladder pocket on the inside back of the pack. At the top center back of the pack there is a hidden (at least it took me awhile to find it) tube port that is designed to go either to the left or right shoulder strap. The pocket has two hangers that can be used to keep the bladder center, to the right or to the left depending on the shape of the bladder; and how you may want to load and balance your pack.
10672
There is a sleeve in the main pocket against the back panel that the bladder fits into. Two hooks help hold it in place. The hose runs up through a dedicated hole at the top of the pack, then over one of your shoulders and down along one of the shoulder straps secured by a strap for easy access. My camel back seemed as if it was made for this pack it fit so well.
392052
Just about any bladder will work. There is an opening in the pack to allow a drinking tube to be accessed without removing the pack. It does not come with a bladder.
504447
over time I have switched to other bladders. My favorite right now is http://www.geigerrig.com/. I have tried Camelbaks and Platypus bags but I find the geigerrig's ability to turn inside out the easiest to clean and keep dry. The problem with the sawyer bags are they are hard to keep clean and the handles/small hole at the bottom tear under full weight of water (or maybe a bit more if you hang it wrong) so they become (imo) worthless. If I had to do it all over again, i would just order the filter and make my own system with it. Just my .02
1650062
My husband and I each have one of these and did fold it as you say to fit into the insulator. We have thus far only used it once for an all day hike in Yosemite and did not have a problem. The bladder did not break and still appears to be in excellent condition. It was a life saver having the water with us. We love it so far!
1188477
I had to google "Ogio Pack"...I have no experience with that brand of hydration systems. They sure look similar. Perhaps someone else can help you.
2065353
There is a side pocket zipper along the full lenth of the pack, inside is a hanger loop near the top so you can mount camelbak bladders, and near the bottom is velcro so you can put their holster inside. It is not connected to the main access. I use a 3L camelbak bladder in mine.
2065414
I will have to check the exact dimensions and get back to you on 7/15. But the bladder itself is extremely similar to the camelbak hydration packs. Which is one reason I purchased it; this is half the price of just a bladder for the camelbak.
1659680
They are fairly durable. Yes. they can fit were the hydration bladders go. But check for fit and only half filled the bottle. The old ones died out after 3 to 4 years of heavy use. Just in case, insert into a large ziplock. I had one burst in my pack during a bush flight. Nothing worst than a liter soaking thru your dry clothes in your pack.
1039595
As others said you will need a different cap. The MSR dromedary cap and hydration system work perfectly with this bladder. If you don't want to spring for the dromedary cap/system, you could also cut a hole in the existing top and glue/melt on the screw-on end of your favored hydration tube. But that sounds like more hassle than it would be worth.
617825
I'm afraid I can't answer with any certainty. I only use the camel bak hydration packs, and have no experience with the bottles. Your best bet is to find out would be the camel bak website proper. Also, at this price, it's not much of a risk if they don't fit.
1240269
It just needs to fit. Get the dimensions of the bladder and the pack. Make sure you allow for the thickness of the bladder when full and the larger hose of this bladder. Seems like most water packs have a hook on the top to hang the bag from. Seems pretty universal to me.
305270
I am sorry- I don't have a kid with a mini hydration pack! I can tell you, however, when I looked at the pack online, it sure looks like it is the same stuff, only a smaller pack. Never saw any parts options for replacements that are "mini" sized so I would feel safe ordering....also, it might be a good thing to get a "Bit Bite Valve Cover" while you are at it. I know kids might be a little rough on their stuff, but if you can get them used to it, using a cover is a really nice habit.
1985085
Absolutely, it works until the last drop. In addition, because you are pumping air in to take the space of consumed water up, and the air and water compartments are separate and placed front-to-back, your pack weight doesn't shift as your water level gets low like with non-pressurized bladders.
2180872
Yes and no. I have three different camelback bladders with their prospective carrying cases. I've found that the multicam insulated hydration carrier for the 3L is an incredibly tight squeeze. The ACU pattern non-insulated carrier fits just fine (similar to SI camelback). And the 2.5L bladder non-insulated carrier fits very easily as well with room to spare. I think it is largely dependant upon if you intend to place the carrier AND the bladder inside the flap or just the bladder. Hope that helps.
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Mine is about 25 years old so I can't say for sure, but from what I've read it should be possible. I have a nalgene dromedary bag that I use for base camp and just fill my bladder with it since I don't like having a hydration pack drinking tube flopping around while I'm filling it. My old filter also has rubber tubing coming attached to a now on the bottom of the filter and it looks as though one could modify the new ones the same way (just a suggestion) to make it easier to fill any type of bottle. Hope this helps and happy camping.
340907
It is the same length as as tube that wud come with a camel bak hydration system. Rei and other outdoor stores are amazed that they dont sell this product. This thing is great for day trips where water isnt needed all day or for instances like the Great Smokey Mountains water is everywhere and no need to cary large quantities of water.
891937
Mine did not come with a bladder, but a 50 oz. Camelbak bladder (got mine at MIL Clothing Sales), fit perfectly. I use mine on my Crye Belt and it does not get in the way while sitting in a vehicle or while moving. Good luck. Again - no bladder came with mine