Gear Review
Mountainsmith Epic Lumbar Pack
Recommend It
By MikeSF
Ranked #794 - Trail Running Hydration
June 20, 2008
I almost sent it back at first because the reservoir is difficult to remove and re-install for cleaning, it is secured with 5 bottons that are hard to access and the bag will hold little else with the reservoir filled.
I took the reservoir out and use a 1 liter bottle in a bottle pouch attached to the side. This leaves room in the bag for rain gear or a light windbreaker. The padded sleeves inside the pouch are great for a cell phone, GPS, compass or MP3 player if you don't want solitude. The outside flaps work well for energy bars. It has a great suspension system that keeps your back cool and is solid and comfortable on the hips. The bag is made really well and I am glad that I was able to adapt it for the 1/2 day mountain hikes that I enjoy. If you are a runner and use it for the inner hydration bag, energy bars and MP3 player it is very stable.
View Details: Mountainsmith Epic Lumbar Pack
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- 210 High-tenacity Cordura nylon, neoprene, synthetic leather, ripstop nylon, mesh
- Volume:
- 183 cu in (3L)
- Suspension:
- Air Flow back, waist-belt
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes, 1L reservoir included
- Gear Loops:
- No
- External Pockets:
- 1 Mesh, 1 gel sleeve, 1 MP3
- Weight:
- 1lb 3oz (540g)
- Recommended Use:
- Hiking, trail running, mountain biking
- Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- China
Change me.
1 Comments Last Reply: July 17, 2010 By: syldacat978680
I, too, want it for hiking, but only 1 liter for 4 hours of hiking is not enough.
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