The Hydrobak was an excellent buy when bought in 2003. I picked a tan colored one (like the one in the picture) along with a host of other cycling products online and was skeptical about the quality of the product.
Camelbak Hydrobak 2003 model
It has a mesh harness which makes it very comfortable to use in the high temperatures. The straps are quite long and you can make the bag sit as low/high on your back as you want it. It’s really easy to fill and it holds 1.5 litres of water, good enough for a few hours of activity. It also has some reflective lining, which increases visibility if you are commuting in the city on the cycle.
Some Advertised Features- Easy fill, easy clean via the OMEGA™ Reservoir
- Includes the patented Ergo HydroLock™
- Compact footprint and shorter length great for smaller torsos
- Low-profile design keeps pack stable and doesn’t interfere with helmet
- Secure 5-point Bungee Cinch System™ holds extra clothing
- Breathable mesh harness keeps you cool
- Reflectivity for increased low light safety
- Wicking mesh back panel keeps you comfortable
Advertised price: $27 Date of purchase: December 2003 Used since: Jan 2004 – Jan 2007 Terrain: Cycling rides, Motorcycle rides Colors: Available in Black / Cool Grey and Abyss Blue / Gunmetal and Garnet/ Cool Grey and Tan/Yellow |
3 year update (April 2007):
I have to say that I have been really pleased using it. It’s an extremely versatile product and I have used over the 3 odd years that I owned it, on cycling trips , motorcycling trips , long hikes, and even in an Endurance motorcycle race , where it was eventually stolen.
Some of the common questions that I used to get:
- Can you store alcohol in it? I'd have liked that, but I never tried it. It was always meant as a training tool and it remained like that till it went.
- Does it keep water cold if you fill it that way? No, it does not. It does keep it cold for a while and then starts dropping. It does not work like a thermos flask.
