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.
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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.
392051
I have not used the water bladder. There are 2 side mesh pockets that a bottle of water fits perfect in.
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.
2172474
I used the camelback bladder for a backpacking trip into the Grand Canyon. It held up very well inside the internal pocket in the pack. I did not notice any moisture inside. The humidity in the Canyon was near zero. condensation could occur if the liquid was cold and the enviroment humid. Th Camelback Bladder after all is just a medium thickness plastic bag that would be vunerable to puncture. I wouldn't trust it with my unprotected electronics.
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I use it all the time for long drive and hiking where no restrooms are available. I made some modifications, 1st I clamped all places the tubes connect with a fine wire so they will not slip off. I use a 1/2 strip of stretch bandage to attach it to my penis just like it used the wire for the tubing. Just don't make it to tight. I wrap my leg with a bit of stretch bandage where the top of the bag attaches to my leg(This makes it a bit more comfortable). You can also get larger bags for it. It's a bit a work to get it on but I can wear it all day(driving, hiking, sitting). It took some experimenting to get it right. I use it all the time for long drive and hiking where no restrooms are available. I made some modifications, 1st I clamped all places the tubes connect with a fine wire so they will not slip off. I use a 1/2 strip of stretch bandage to attach it to my penis just like it used the wire for the tubing. Just don't make it to tight. I wrap my leg with a bit of stretch bandage where the top of the bag attaches to my leg(This makes it a bit more comfortable). You can also get larger bags for it. It's a bit a work to get it on but I can wear it all day(driving, hiking, sitting). It took some... » Read More I use it all the time for long drive and hiking where no restrooms are available. I made some modifications, 1st I clamped all places the tubes connect with a fine wire so they will not slip off. I use a 1/2 strip of stretch bandage to attach it to my penis just like it used the wire for the tubing. Just don't make it to tight. I wrap my leg with a bit of stretch bandage where the top of the bag attaches to my leg(This makes it a bit more comfortable). You can also get larger bags for it. It's a bit a work to get it on but I can wear it all day(driving, hiking, sitting). It took some experimenting to get it right. « Show Less
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Don't own that specific bag, but I've used this in a pretty small ~15L pack for snowboarding, with no problems. This bladder has a loop up top that helps it stay in place, provided your pack has a clip above the hydration compartment. The hose is nice and long too so my guess is it'll work just fine. Hope that helps!
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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.
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Mine did, everything but the bladder and tube. Mine was also in new condition except for the tape residue on one of the grab handles. I was very happy with it. You do need to read the vendor's feedback to make sure that you will get what they advertise. They are monster packs.
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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.
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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.
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Hey david, I didn't have a compartment for it either and it ended up working great. I sandwiched in towards the top of my pack so that I could run the hose out of the top of my pack and just let it rest in it. I say go for it. It's sturdy Andy boyfriend actually had a camelback bag and it was leaking all over the place
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its fits perfectly in my goruck bullet ruck pocket. this bag: http://www.goruck.com/10l-hydration-bullet-black-/p/gear-000002 goruck also says "Sized to hold a 3L hydration bladder in a separate compartment next to your back" their site says its got an "18&#8243; tall compartment next to your back perfectly houses a Standard Source Hydration bladder, keeping it in place with a retention loop." Sorry im not home to actually look at it, but the 2.5L 7" by 17" HAS to be correct from what I received. Its definitely taller than a foot.
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Not sure if it's "better", but the advantages of this system is that it allows you to convert your Nalgene bottle (or others) to a hands free hydrations. The bottle takes the place of the bladder. The good news is that the bladder no longer takes up valuable real estate inside your pack (assuming you use the side bottle pockets). Oh, and no more straining to reach back to get the bottle.
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The ilbe main pack that I received from Black Star Surplus included a detachable interior utility pouch. This could be for a quick retrieve first-aid kit etc. I tried it with a Camelbak 100oz. 'Unbottle' and it seems to fit great; and the drawstring closure under the pack lid has hydration tube ports on the left and right sides. Hope this helps.
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It works best with a pack that has a sleeve to hold a bladder. If the loop is long enough it might be possible to tie it to one of the two plastic holes at the top of the bladder. If it is a short loop meant to clip a Camelback onto it probably won't work.
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It will not fit in the Voodoo Tactical Level III Assault Pack 72 Hour Bail Out Bag. The width is fine, but it hangs out of the top. Not sure if I want a new bladder or a new backpack. I hear it fits in the Maxpedition FALCON-II™ BACKPACK.