Hydration Packs - Stay Hydrated On The Go

Hydration packs are backpacks or vests equipped with water reservoirs and tubing for hands-free drinking. They are popular among outdoor enthusiasts, athletes, and hikers for staying hydrated during physical activities.

Hydration Packs FAQ

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What is a hydration pack?

Hydration packs vary from running backpacks in that they tend to be more lightweight and minimalist, suitable for carrying gels, water, electrolytes, snacks and light clothing.

Does a backpack have a hydration reservoir?

Obviously, to be called a hydration pack, your backpack must accommodate a hydration reservoir. Although most modern hiking backpacks and day packs are designed with a water bladder sleeve and a small hole to feed the tube through your pack, many packs sell hydration bladders separately.

What is a hydration waistpack?

Some snowsports-specific packs include lash points or carry straps to allow hands-free transport of a snowboard. As the name implies, hydration waistpacks are carried around your waist. Many of them include water bottles rather than a reservoir, and the cargo space is smaller than most packs provide.

Does A daypack have a hydration reservoir?

Keep in mind that nearly all newer daypacks and backpacks that don’t come with a hydration reservoir are designed with an interior sleeve that can hold a reservoir. If that describes an existing pack you own or are thinking about purchasing, you can simply add a reservoir to it to make it a hydration pack.

What are hydration packs?

Our hydration packs, also known as hydration backpacks, are designed with your active lifestyle in mind. With a variety of options, including the popular CamelBak brand, our backpacks come equipped with a hydration bladder or reservoir, making it easy to carry water on the go.

Which hydration pack should I buy?

The vest material is stretchy, so if you find yourself between sizes, then it might be best to choose the smaller. For long training runs and ultras, we’ve put the best hydration packs to the test, including Salomon, Osprey, Decathlon and more.

How much water can a hydration pack hold?

Capacity: Most hydration packs are designed to hold between 2-12L of water, either in a bladder sat on your back or soft flasks in the front pockets. The ideal pack size will depend on the time and distance you’re running. For shorter runs (under an hour), a 2L vest will be more than sufficient.

Why do you need a hydration backpack?

Hydration backpacks are essential for sports such as running, mountain biking, and cycling, where staying hydrated is crucial. Plus, with our backpacks, you can easily carry other essential items such as a first aid kit and energy bars.