Backpack/Hydration Reccomendations
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walter
Fourth Party
I have this-
http://www.competitivecyclist.com/m...ssories/2009-ergon-bd2-m-pack-4646.491.1.html
It's incredible. Even though it's big it seems to disappear while riding. I have never not had enough room in this thing. That being said, I do think it may be a bit much for the summer. I have an older MULE, probably 6 years old now that I use on road rides. It has served me well and the new ones can only be better.
TommyCrash
Member
+1 on the Camelbak Blowfish
Pearl
THIS CHANGES EVERYTHING
like in your pants pockets?
That will change after you stab your self with a multi tool.
If you don't want to use a backpack, go for a under the seat bag for tool. Its totally unsafe to carry tools in your pockets. Unless you never crash.
syadasti
Wet Rag
You can get Jansport Diablo on closeout, I'd be cheaper than a Camelback discount and quality is just as good plus it has a better bladder system. It has a first generation Nalgene bladder which isn't quite as good as the current 3rd generation CXC (no magnet bite valve mount, different tube routing, slightly smaller opening) but its only $25 for the bag and the bladder (or $40 if you don't want the light blue color they are selling at WS in the link below instead - moabsports).
http://wheelandsprocket.com/itemdetails.cfm?id=10786
I have the same pack and have been using it for about 6 years now - its my favorite and I've tried tons of them. Pack is still working great (other than a blood stain on the straps from a mtb accident) and I actually have another unused spare I bought on clearance a few years ago for $40 since I like it so much. It fits a multitool, a few hangers, a shock pump, a tire pump, 2-person first aid kit, rain breaker, food, camera, keys, wallet, cellphone, 100 oz quick disconnect bladder, and spare tube. Its wide on the bottom and distributes the weight over your waist rather than up high like most other brands (like Camelback)
These are some of the various models I've had - 2004 Jansport Diablo is top center in Blue (not pictured but also Dakine, Northface, Ultimate Directions, K2, Platypus, Gregory, and maybe one or two others over past few decades):
http://wheelandsprocket.com/itemdetails.cfm?id=10786
I have the same pack and have been using it for about 6 years now - its my favorite and I've tried tons of them. Pack is still working great (other than a blood stain on the straps from a mtb accident) and I actually have another unused spare I bought on clearance a few years ago for $40 since I like it so much. It fits a multitool, a few hangers, a shock pump, a tire pump, 2-person first aid kit, rain breaker, food, camera, keys, wallet, cellphone, 100 oz quick disconnect bladder, and spare tube. Its wide on the bottom and distributes the weight over your waist rather than up high like most other brands (like Camelback)
These are some of the various models I've had - 2004 Jansport Diablo is top center in Blue (not pictured but also Dakine, Northface, Ultimate Directions, K2, Platypus, Gregory, and maybe one or two others over past few decades):
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one piece crank
1pc Cranky
Jansport Diablo
Syadasti,
Wow, a sterling recommendation and $32.99 shipped to my door? I'm in!!!
I'll let you know what I think when it arrives...
Thanks for the tip,
Tom P.
Syadasti,
Wow, a sterling recommendation and $32.99 shipped to my door? I'm in!!!
I'll let you know what I think when it arrives...
Thanks for the tip,
Tom P.
syadasti
Wet Rag
No problem, looks like they are sold out at $25 but still a good deal at $40 and you have more color choices. I'm sure most people realize this by now but its best to keep the bladders in the freezer after a ride to prevent/slow bacteria growth. Make sure they are relatively dry and there isn't too much water left in the bladder it as the ice can lead to a temporary leaky seal when you screw the top back on with ice on the mouth/cap of the bladder. Best to let the bladder thaw out for 15-20 minutes before you fill it to prevent that. Its also best to leave sugary sports drinks out bladders to prevent bacteria growth. Instead you can use some sugar free dissolving electrolyte tabs (think alkaseltzer but also available in powder or pill form) and use gel or energy bars instead if you are doing a longer ride.
You can buy very small bottle brushes made for hydration bladder cleaning on a long line for cleaning out drinking tubes and mouthpiece. Its a challenge to get the softer plastics like the mouthpieces clean if you've let the bacteria go wild for too long😱
angelicrescue45
New Member
walter
Fourth Party
We are just as active here in the cold as we are in the warmth. Here's a prime example.
http://www.mtbnj.com/forum/showthread.php?t=9304
Alot of bs but the actual ride day stuff happens on page 9. 8* out and about 20 people showed up, great ride.
bottles and camelback lines start freezing in the high 20's, which are pretty normal temps during the winter...like norm said, its not winter, so F winter!