🎒 Thule Vital Hydration Backpack Review

I like the features and the look. I loved everything about it. Unfortunately they packed it so tightly in the box that the hose was kinked and the water couldn't get through. I had to go back.

This is NOT for women. (((They make a female version))) If you have a female anatomy then I do NOT recommend this pack. The product page does not tell the consumer that this pack is not for women. The chest strap is uncomfortable, and for a 100 investment and for long trips, comfort is important. I'm back and I'm buying the women's version.

After riding my Thule Vital for a few months I'm tired of using a Camelbak Mule as a backup. In my opinion it is more comfortable and the center of gravity is more centered than the mule. It has everything I need and some things I take with me just in case like a first aid kit. I prefer the water bladder over the camelbak design. Much easier to fill and clean. Major advantage. The only comment I can list is that the helmet carry bag would have been more useful if it was deeper and had…

I bought a 3 liter bag. Looks good. Not so comfortable to wear. Annoyingly, the hydration tube does not detach, making it difficult to remove the hydration bladder. The big problem with these hydration bags is that they get smelly after hours of riding or hiking. I have two other running/hiking bags, Camelpak and Nathan, both are much more comfortable than Thule, even when cycling. The retractable water hose is a good idea, but you can't take it out of the camera that comes with the case and…

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 issues but settled on my Nest hydration pack 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 snaps…

After filling the hydration bladder and trying on the backpack, 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

Worst packaging. 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…