Thule Vital Hydration Pack: Stay Hydrated on the Go Review

This hydration pack is a well thought out magnetic mount for your hydration tube to keep it from sliding around. The backpack sits low on the back and stays dry thanks to sweat-wicking shoulder straps. Plenty of space for other utensils, and the water tank is easy to fill and clean, I would buy again

The packaging seems good but I haven't actually used it because the bladder tube arrived with a crease in the packaging which kept the tube kinking. If I hold the tube at the right angle I can get the water flowing, but that really defeats the purpose of an on-the-go beverage packaging system. Thule says they don't have a spare tube so I'll be returning it.

Great bag! As a woman, having a bag that takes shape and stays in place without disturbing your breasts is an asset. I have large breasts and find non-female bags uncomfortable. This one with a magnet holding your pipe is a winner. The only problem is getting it back if it slips off and the magnet breaks when bent so carefully. Overall, this is a great hydration pouch for most of the day. You can even fit a few extra bottles of fuel there along with spare tires. Hip pockets for your phone and…

I had problems but chose my hydration pack for my Nest because the prices were so different. I am very happy with this Thule so far. I've ridden it on my back for about 50 miles and it was comfortable and cozy. The bladder appears to be fully attached to the hose, so don't expect to be able to remove it, but rinsing it out while it's attached isn't too fiddly. The mouthpiece and the magnetic clip have not yet performed any function. I barely realize it's there now, after taking a sip it just…

After filling the water bladder and trying the pack on, I immediately felt comfortable. The side waist panels wrapped around my body and didn't feel like they were cutting into my sides, unlike the typical attachment straps you see on other packs that do just that and make hiking uncomfortable. The back panel is breathable and allows the shoulders and neck to move and stretch freely. The magnetic strip attached to the hydration bladder works very well and keeps the hydration tube out of the…

Worst pack ever. Clearly designed by men for men, without even thinking about cyclists. First off, the idea of a lowered CG pack is genius, especially for a road cyclist like me who is in a much more aerodynamic position. The weight of everything on my shoulders becomes obsolete after the first 30 miles. But THIS backpack was designed for a 6 foot person. FIRST the backpack was mostly on my butt. Yes, try getting in the saddle and getting out if your backpack gets caught on the saddle. The…