Review on 🎒 SHARKMOUTH Hiking Hydration Backpack with 2.5L BPA Free Water Bladder, Spacious and Comfortable for Extended Day Hikes, Day Trips, Daypack Travel and Journeys by Eddie Fowler

USEFUL: A few weeks ago I took a road trip to Zion National Park and found that a 2.5 liter bottle held more than enough water to keep my 5ft 9in and 135lbs to support heavy physique. 7-hour hikes in sunny Utah weather. At the end of each day I had about 1 liter of water left and I was already well hydrated before hiking and using a backpack. Proper weight distribution has also really helped with my back issues and made hiking with water a lot more comfortable. I've walked with multiple water bottles or heavy flasks slung over my shoulder many times in the past and I won't be going back. DESIGN: I wouldn't go back I called this backpack small but very compact. In practice, I have found that the insulated and medium pockets have more than enough space to fit sandwiches and other snacks, my DSLR with lens attached, a tightly rolled windbreaker, baseball cap, hat, handbag and sunglasses. (and all in addition to a fully filled water bladder). As a precaution I kept all my sharp tools in the front pocket to avoid piercing the water bladder, like a knife/utility tool, as well as the rest of the essentials, like a first aid kit, headlamp, compass, fire starter, etc. The front one Chest strap has an emergency whistle built into the buckle, which I didn't notice at first, and it's definitely loud enough to alert someone in an emergency. The shoulder straps are also reversible, allowing you to route the hydration tube through any strap, and the tube clamp can also be moved to either side. I have looked at others here. It has plenty of storage space with 3 zipped compartments and the side pockets are great for an extra water bottle or other items. And if that says anything at all, I think the "Shark Mouth" marking on the packaging and the bladder itself looks pretty good, despite being less well known.