CamelBak Octane XCT Hydration Pack, 70oz

This is my first hydration pack which I use for mountain biking and trail running. It is very functional, the design is well thought out by the Camelbak people and quite frankly you dont even know its there on your back. Absolutely the best.

I purchased this to use on family hiking trips, xc mountain biking, and my long runs in the summer. So far it is a good little hydration pack. It holds enough water in the bladder for several hours of activity for me. The storage area is enough for my cell phone, keys, wallet, and small doodads. The side pockets can store several energy bars or gel packs each. I just recently ordered the separate camelback flask for the front pockets to use as it gets hotter here and my long runs get longer. I wish that it had straps to store my hiking poles when Im not using them or for strapping on a light rain jacket. My only complaint is that the straps will work themselves loose on long runs, so I end up readjusting them every couple of miles. Its not terrible, but not perfect.

Great for really really long runs. Had to buy the Octane dart for short runs as it was half the size of this one.

The bag (OCTANE XCT 70 oz) has finally arrived today, so far so good. before purchasing, i had read some reviews regards to the water bladder leaking, which was the first thing i tested when the bag arrived, and i can say they have a great design easy to fill and seal (if you do it correctly and take your time!) they have included a handle with the bladder where the seal is to make it easier to handle. However when you are putting the full 2L bladder in the bag it can be a bit of fiddle but is easy enough. The only issue i really have is storage, its big enough to fit essentials such as a small tool box, small bike pump, medical kit, and a puncture repair kit with some room in the main compartment. But sometimes on those off days, i would need more space to carry some food, or a beer or two on a nice day and/ or long journeys. Also, they were nice enough to include some strap management so that you dont have straps flapping all over the place when going fast or its windy. The outer compartments are useful for little things like keys, gloves, glasses, etc. However with the waist compartments, i do wish they made it a little bigger as my Large IPhone 7 Plus can only just fit in it leaving a corner of the phone exposed. But its not a big deal, i can look for phone holder that can sit on my bike frame, and hopefully include small compartments for tools and hopefully a medical kit so i can free up some space in the bag. In conclusion, this bag should be great for cycling, with the main compartment big enough to hold essentials, water bladder thankfully doesnt leak yet, the outer compartments being convenient up-to the point. If you are like me, who cycles regularly, with the need to carry essentials in a small lightweight bag then this is a great choice. However if you need more space, i would recommend looking at the larger version of this bag (which is around (£100). But if you are also like me and dont want to spend that much money, you could purchase this bag and look for another small bag that would sleekly fit on the frame of your bike for the extra space. Hope this was useful for you :)

I am 54 and I do really like this CamelBak but it is ever so slightly too big/long for me. I have the straps pulled all the way to the smallest length and i still wish it was maybe 1-2 shorter in length. It hits me right at that - it could be smaller but I can also deal with it area. Other than that it works great and is very comfortable. I also like the extra storage areas.

I use this pack to hold my water and other gear while running. Its large enough for everything I need, but not too bulky as to be a nuisance. its comfortable and distributes its weight well enough to get the job done. Its remarkably resilient and can take a beating.

Lightweight seamless holds my stuff and efficeint! Great product

Parfait pour les randonnées a vélo léger et sa respire les attaches au corp son parfait pour avoir un meilleur équilibre

The backpack shipped but not the water reservoir. I was very pleased with the backpack itself - super light, fits well.

Worked great upon first use. Tube that brings water up to your mouth broke during second use. Snapped right in half. I contacted the company and they will be sending me a new hose. However its been a couple weeks, and still no hose...