Please advise on Kelty's "hydration compatible" claim. Where will the bladder and tubing go, and how has it worked for you? Thanks.
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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.
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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.
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I haven't tried this myself, but I think a bike tube patch on the inside would do the trick. The inside surface is smoother and the pressure would tend to hold the patch in place. Give the bladder a good wash before drinking out of it again.
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There is a specific bag by camelbak called the M.U.L.E. it is a reservoir hydration bag. Its skinnier, but longer from top to bottom. The one I got fits over a regular school backpack that one would not in my opinion. I have the M.U.L.E. actually and it is quite smaller than a backpack.
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I wouldn't put a water bladder on this. Any sweating by the bladder will seep right in. It's not waterproof it's water resistant. And it doesn't even do that we'll. Go with one of the lowpros that are designed to carry a bladder. You will feel a lot more secured. As in for space I carry my nikon d800e with 16-35, 24-70 and the 70-200 f4 with filters. On top a sandwich and apple some granola bars and all my extra batteries wireless and head lamp. It's got the space and it's small and light. But since I was in the rain 2 weeks ago in italy my bag got soaked inside and out. And that was with the water protection on. So it doesn't do water well. Good luck. I wouldn't put a water bladder on this. Any sweating by the bladder will seep right in. It's not waterproof it's water resistant. And it doesn't even do that we'll. Go with one of the lowpros that are designed to carry a bladder. You will feel a lot more secured. As in for space I carry my nikon d800e with 16-35, 24-70 and the 70-200 f4 with filters. On top a sandwich and apple some granola bars and all my extra batteries wireless and head lamp. It's got the space and it's small and light. But since I was in the rain 2 weeks ago in italy my bag got soaked inside and out. And that was with... » Read More I wouldn't put a water bladder on this. Any sweating by the bladder will seep right in. It's not waterproof it's water resistant. And it doesn't even do that we'll. Go with one of the lowpros that are designed to carry a bladder. You will feel a lot more secured. As in for space I carry my nikon d800e with 16-35, 24-70 and the 70-200 f4 with filters. On top a sandwich and apple some granola bars and all my extra batteries wireless and head lamp. It's got the space and it's small and light. But since I was in the rain 2 weeks ago in italy my bag got soaked inside and out. And that was with the water protection on. So it doesn't do water well. Good luck. « Show Less
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I have not used the water bladder. There are 2 side mesh pockets that a bottle of water fits perfect in.
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I replaced the 2L that came with it with this one when I need over 2L, but otherwise I use the factor bladder: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001KZGYLS/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 With 3L in it, it is a tight fit and the bladder is taller than the one that came with it, but I thought it worked ok. That said, I don't normally carry 3L and if I did all the time, I'd probably want a bigger pack. The other option would be to throw a couple bottles of water in the side webbing pockets. With the other stuff I normally carry, 3L makes the pack pretty tight when it's full of water, but obviously as you drink it down, it gets looser. I can say I really like the pack overall, it's great quality.
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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.
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Ah, the old Tanker trick. Yes, it will work. I do the same thing for my son, though he learned very young how to get water out of the camelbak
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I have had no problem with the Osprey cap leaking if it is put on without cross threading. That being said, I find it very difficult to screw it on correctly. The retaining ring with keeps the cap attached to the hydration bag binds somewhat when you try to screw on the cap. It can look like it is screwed on correctly, but if you tilt it, it will be obvious if it is not.
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Yeah, there is a place for hydration bladders, but depending on the bladder it might be hanging out a bit at the top. I've got a 1 liter that hangs out. I think there is one made specifically for this bag, but it's got issues with leaking, supposedly. I hope that helps.
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It's not meant to be stored outside a bag. I don't think any bladder is, because that's what a Nalgene with a clip can do without tearing. If your pack doesn't have a hydration compartment, then you will have to make room for it in other compartments. Use common sense, buddy.
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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
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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.
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Not hydration bladder capable. It has so many options I didnt even think of that. Although in the top compartment I have put a mini cooler for beverages. I have never used a hydration bladder fishing before but that is not a bad idea.
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http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00BUS12PI/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1426989967&sr;=8-(1π=AC_SY200_QL40&keywords;=condor+hydration&d;pPl=1&dpID;=41rxZ71KEZL&ref;=plSrch) something like this should work.
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I used the Osprey 2L bladder and it worked great. Based on the size of the pouch, it looks like it could easily hold the 3L bladder as well.
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The main compartment leaves things loose, so I think putting the laptop in the hydration-bladder compartment is better. I've put my 14" laptop there, and it's a perfect fit. Nothing larger would fit.