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Camelbak Hawg 100oz/3.0Lt

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Camelbak Hawg 100oz/3.0Lt
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Average Rating: 4 out of 5
No. of Reviews: 7
RRP: £89.99
Year: 2004

Description: Idea for day rides wherever you are. The independent harness system and moulded back panel is comfortable for hours on end. Includes an external mesh pocket for essentials, an internal tool organiser and 2 compression straps. 3 litre hydration capacity, 16.7 litre cargo capacity.

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Alistair Freeman

Posted: 28/02/01

'Solid rucsac/drink system for big trail rides.'

Strengths:
Big capacity (gear and fluid): still a daysac though, not big enough for an overnighter (not camping, anyway). Robust construction. Good chest and waist straps. Plenty of separate pockets.

Weaknesses:
Can encourage you to weigh yourself down with loads of gear. Can slip forward a bit on steep descents when full and whack you on the back of the head. Back can get a bit sweaty (but no worse than other rucsacs I've used for biking).

Overall:
I've had mine for about 2 years, they haven't changed the design much since then though (just changed to the screw-top bladders and right-angled bite valves). It sill looks pretty much like new despite a fair amount of abuse. Good-quality product that does the job well. Just don't pack the kitchen sink....

Performance		60%
Reliability		80%
Value		60%

Overall Rating

67%

esteban zimmermann

Posted: 19/06/01

'Holds A lot of Water and Gear'

Overall:
Looks cool, is strong, practic,big,comfortable and necesary.

Performance		100%
Reliability		100%
Value		60%

Overall Rating

87%

Conrad Hart-brooke

Posted: 19/02/02

'COULDN'T LIVE WITHOUT IT!'

Strengths:
Build quality
Size,flexability

Weaknesses:
price
Size...can carry too much for a quick ride + 3litres juice = loadsa weight

Overall:
This bag was redesigned in 2001 and is miles better than the 2000 model. I ordered the 2000 from Evans for £55 and they sent me the 2001 model. I carry my life in this bag and use it on bike/off bike and after 12 months use it is like new. Would I buy it for £85 ... hmmm think I would cos there is nothing else out there that compares.

Performance		100%
Reliability		100%
Value		60%

Overall Rating

87%

Andrew Jones

Posted: 13/06/02

'1 DAY ALL-IN-ONE SURVIVAL'

Strengths:
Small, but big enough for an all-day-er
3-litres is about half day ride for me (im a thirsty bugger)

Weaknesses:
Can over-wheight it (duh)
Straps feel flimsly

Overall:
carries:
-sarnies
-juice
-tools (essetial)
-rain stuff
-wallet (pub)
-Phone (ambulance)
-beartraps
-collapsable shovel
-BIG knife
-axe
-BIGGER KNIFE
-woodland creature
-anything that fits

Performance		80%
Reliability		100%
Value		80%

Overall Rating

87%

GUY REDMOND

Posted: 13/06/02

'A PILE OF PANTS!'

Strengths:
Yeah, it's strong!

Weaknesses:
Too expensive! (@£90)
The hip belt's not worth having
The back length is too short. (5'11" inside leg 33")
I could go on and on andonandonandonandon.......

Overall:
I used one on a 40 mile off road ride and found that it wasn't very well balanced, even when only half full. (Or half empty!)
Spend your money on something a bit more versatile, like a Lowe Alpine Flywheel(30L) @£50, a pair of Specialized ridge gloves @£20 and buy me a beer with rest!

Performance		40%
Reliability		40%
Value		20%

Overall Rating

33%

tornado bob

Posted: 11/07/02

'TOP BAG'

Strengths:
strength, size, versatility. i'd always used bottles, but my mates were always on to me to get a camelbak. now i can see why

Weaknesses:
tempts you to put too much stuff in it

Overall:
a brilliant bit of kit, even at £85. i9 reckon you get what you pay for

Performance		100%
Reliability		100%
Value		100%

Overall Rating

100%

Stephen Sears

Posted: 17/11/05

'SOMETIMES YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR !'

Strengths:
Loads of compartments for all your bits and bobs. Clings to you like a 'mating frog' thanks to the adjustable chest and waist straps

Weaknesses:
Can be tempting to take everything you own out with you along with 3 litres of water (that seems to weigh more than lead!!!)

Overall:
Well thought out and put together bag -an essential bit of kit for those long runs - Road or XC. I absolutely love it and paid £79.99 for it - couldn't see the point in buying a cheap one that I would end up being unhappy with!