OK,
Getting excited here - Coker’s due any day. Miyata saddle, set up for air
conversion. Got my 10w light on order. I already know which cycle computer
to get and I’ve an idea on which pedals. 
Now, what about a CamelBak?
I’m sure a few people here have got them so here are the questions…
Do I need one?
I plan to do 10 to 20 mile rides. Not planning to ride across any states
just yet. 
Which one would be best?
Looking for something that’d hold a bit of water and odds and ends -
mobile phone, pump, puncture repair kit, snacks. I thought about either
the Rocket or MULE. I’d guess that the Rocket would be big enough. 2.1L
water, 100cu in cargo. The MULE allows for 3L water, 220cu in cargo.
Other suggestions welcome.
Where (in the UK) would be the best place to buy one?
They are lots of money over here. I’ve seen the Rocket for UKP60 and the
MULE for UKP65. Anybody know of cheaper places?
Thanks, Mark.
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>From: Mark Wiggins <M.Wiggins@ftel.co.uk>
>
>Which one would be best?
Didn’t like the look of the rocket myself. I’ve got a mule. Absolutely
ample for loads of stuff including a rolled up waterproof, camera, phone,
tools and a tube. Feels small enough for short rides but have used it on
an all day ride round snowdonia.
>
>Where (in the UK) would be the best place to buy one?
>
> They are lots of money over here. I’ve seen the Rocket for UKP60 and
> the MULE for UKP65. Anybody know of cheaper places?
>
MULE for 60 quid at http://www.stif.co.uk although I’m sure there are
cheaper places than that although only by a few pounds.
jon.
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Mark Wiggins wrote:
> Getting excited here - Coker’s due any day.
Ditto.
> Now, what about a CamelBak?
I use a MULE for muni rides and I find that it’s perfect. I can carry
everything you list with no problems, as well as tucking some spare
clothes into the compression cord. There are bigger Camelbaks out there,
but that’s probably going a bit OTT. And the smaller ones wouldn’t have
enough carrying capacity for me (or enough water - I drink a lot).
> They are lots of money over here. I’ve seen the Rocket for UKP60 and
> the MULE for UKP65. Anybody know of cheaper places?
That price sounds about right. If you shop around you may find it cheaper.
It’s also worth looking round camping shops for the generic Camelback
clones. You may find something similar for half the price.
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I have tried using a Camelbak for longer rides, and I have found that they
are not that comfortable. If you are riding on a warm or hot day, the
CamelBak makes your back sweat. Personally, I use a buttpack, or fanny
pack as some like to call it, that has a pouch, and a place to hold a
bicycle type waterbottle. In the pouch, i keep my cell phone, pager, large
multi-tool swiss army knife, and various other things i think i will need
for that day. If you are only going to ride 10-20 miles, this will be
sufficient. For longer rides, where more water will be needed, a CamelBak
is better. -Dave
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Mark Wiggins wrote:
> Getting excited here - Coker’s due any day. Miyata saddle, set up for
> air conversion. Got my 10w light on order. I already know which cycle
> computer to get and I’ve an idea on which pedals.
Primo Super Tenderizer pedals. These things feel great and come in a lot
of cool colors. I have gold ones on my Coker.
Red ones on my muni (hides the bloodstains…)
Greg
Hi,
Thanks for all the replies.
Looks like the MULE is favourite when it comes to CamelBaks.
Interesting to hear about other brands too - I’ll keep an eye open
before I invest.
Dave’s point about using a, er, “bum bag” as we call them here (fanny pack
doesn’t translate too well, ahem) is also interesting 'cuz that’s exactly
what I use at the moment. Hmm, I was hoping that using a CamelBak would
make it easier to drink while on the move - which might also encourage me
to drink more than I do currently. To drink more water that is.
Thanks again, Mark.
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Just to throw in another brand…
I use a Salomon “Active” backpack. It’s got a compartment for a bladder,
waist strap, plenty spare room to carry a jacket, phone etc. is very
comfortable and ain’t too big. An added bonus is that it has a flap on the
back to cover a pair of inline skates but it holds 3 juggling clubs quite
happily instead.
Neil
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09, 2001 4:27 PM Subject: Re: CamelBak - what should I do?
>
>
>
> >>From: Mark Wiggins <M.Wiggins@ftel.co.uk>
> >>
> >>Which one would be best?
>
> Didn’t like the look of the rocket myself. I’ve got a mule. Absolutely
> ample for loads of stuff including a rolled up waterproof, camera,
> phone, tools and a tube. Feels small enough for short rides but have
> used it on an all day ride round snowdonia.
>
>
> >>
> >>Where (in the UK) would be the best place to buy one?
> >>
> >> They are lots of money over here. I’ve seen the Rocket for UKP60
> >> and the MULE for UKP65. Anybody know of cheaper places?
> >>
>
> MULE for 60 quid at http://www.stif.co.uk although I’m sure there are
> cheaper places than that although only by a few pounds.
>
> jon.
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Mark, the following was posted on uk.rec.cycling and may interest anyone
in the UK who’s thinking about a Camelbak:
> If anybody’s interested, cheapy food store Lidl are selling a Camelbak
type
> backpack w/ drink bladder at the moment, for £9.99. Got one on Friday
> and build quality quite good, but may have to fit a proper c/bak bladder
> and nozzle sometime.
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