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Yesterday I bought a hydration pack - a Camelbak Rim Runner. I’ve wanted one for a while: it will come in hand when I do a few rogaines this year (did my first back in March). It’s also my birthday present to myself...

So, why did I get the Rim Runner? It’s got 3L reservoir, and 25 L cargo space. This is on the upper end of capacities, but that’s ok - can fit more stuff in if required, and if I only need to take a small amount of stuff, then it packs down pretty well. Has several sections for sorting stuff, and also has external pockets on the side that are accessible while the pack is still on - great for food on the go.

I went for a walk / jog last night for a bit less than 3 hours to test it out. Went well, except that I had put the reservoir up the wrong way (silly silly), and had “difficulty” getting water out after the first 1 ½ hours or so. It’s a pretty comfortable on my back (although not a full on harness that transfers the weight to your hips - obviously given the size).

So, all in all, I’m happy with it.

(Looking forward to the next rogaine - albeit just a short one - in early May).