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Posted 7/22/2010 6:55 PM

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Hey guys. Can any of you recommend a hydration packs for long runs or ruck marches? I've been thinking about buying one for when I go out on these long runs in the heat and feel dehydration start to kick in. Thanx gents.

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Posted 7/22/2010 7:51 PM

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I use a CamelBak, have for years. The one I have is about 10 years old. Took it on my trip to Mongolia a few years ago, it was a life saver. Just recently got another one, not because there was anything wrong with my old one, but it was just a good deal!

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Posted 7/23/2010 6:24 AM

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Camelbak is the popular more efficient brand. Actually it's the only one I've seen to be honest.

But what are you using for these long hikes/rucks?

If your just using a ruck or some type of pack that has a radio pouch/hydration pocket all you need to do is buy the water kidney with the hose/nozzle to drink out of. Basically they're all designed the same, but come in different sizes. Get whatever size suits you best.

No need for an isolated pack (the small ones that don't hold much). To be honest if all your doing is hiking around with no gear then get one, but if not then it's a waste of money.

Edit: Just reread your post. The small packs would actually be better for running. As far as what type and brand can't really say, but camelbak is a good brand.

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Posted 7/24/2010 3:52 PM

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Quote: Camelbak is the popular more efficient brand. Actually it's the only one I've seen to be honest. But what are you using for these long hikes/rucks? If your just using a ruck or some type of pack tha...

Yeah Deuce, it's basically for runs. I've been going out running but the heat in Dallas has been unbearable, and nothing worst that getting dehydrated on a fast paced tempo run. Thanx for the input as always.

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Posted 7/24/2010 3:53 PM

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Quote: I use a CamelBak, have for years. The one I have is about 10 years old. Took it on my trip to Mongolia a few years ago, it was a life saver. Just recently got another one, not because there was anythi...

Thank you RHK for your input, I will look into a Camelpack. Thank you

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Posted 7/28/2010 12:54 AM

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I've got a smaller camelbak. Works well for what it is. I've used it on rucks, stuffed it in my bug out bag, even wore it on a long motorcycle ride last fall. Doesn't hold a lot, so it's decent for running, but I hate how it bounces.

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Posted 7/28/2010 6:26 PM

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Quote: I've got a smaller camelbak. Works well for what it is. I've used it on rucks, stuffed it in my bug out bag, even wore it on a long motorcycle ride last fall. Doesn't hold a lot, so it's decent for ru...

Thanx guys. Got a 2 liter camelpack. I went running today with it to the track and it worked great. It didn't bounce around much b/c the straps fit nicely. The only thing was when my heart rate went up pretty high it was interesting to breathe. I do belly breathing, but once I begin to get winded I take deep breaths that inflate my chest a bit, and that was a bit tough with the strap blocking my chest lol.

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Posted 8/2/2010 7:15 AM

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thats all well and good. but there's no time for hydrating on runs here and you can't carry a camelbak. same thing with rucks. just canteens.

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Posted 8/2/2010 7:01 PM

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Out in the field I use Camelbaks. You can get one that is actually pretty small and fits behind or on top of your gear. But it really is frustrating to fill it by taking it off all the time when you need to constantly hydrate.

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Posted 8/2/2010 7:10 PM

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Yeah i went through a pretty intense survival school with one and they work great...just make sure you get a good one because some of my team mates got cheap ones and they leaked terribly.

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