Small, but practical

By Brian Ranked #300 - Hydration Packs - Small December 22, 2009

I first bought the Slipstream because I already had a Da Kine pack and needed a hydration system for snowboarding. I didn't really have any intention of using anything but the bladder itself. But after a full season of lugging a backpack on the slopes, knocking people around in lift lines, and ultimately carrying more gear than I needed, I decided to try the SlipStream this last weekend at Bear Mountain.

Long story short, I don't think I'll be going back to my Da Kine pack anytime soon. I like staying out on the mountain all day without heading back to the lodge/car, so I was stoked when I was able to fit 2 pre-made sandwiches into the SlipStream without a problem. It's so small you don't need a waist-strap when riding, and even when you just use the chest strap you can barely feel it at all.

I give it 4 stars because I haven't tested it in colder weather and have a feeling there isn't enough insulation to make it a solid all-season hydration pack. But for early winter and spring, this thing is perfect for the minimalist.

View Details: CamelBak Slipstream Hydration Pack- 1.1L

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