I have the Walmart (Outdoor Products brand) bladder / backpack that I picked up a couple of years ago. I'm amazed how long the water & ice stay cold in it when I'm out riding. On day rides, i fill it with ice & water in the morning and then maybe need to add some more ice sometime in the afternoon.SteveJ. said:I also use a Wally world bladder, good stuff. In the heat while touring, I generally wrap it with my jacket liner. It helps to multi purpose as much as you can while traveling. :great:
Fill with ice then add water, stays cold/cool all day in the heat.
Try blowing the line clear, back into the bag once you've quenched your thirst.Outback Jon said:I have the Walmart (Outdoor Products brand) bladder / backpack that I picked up a couple of years ago. I'm amazed how long the water & ice stay cold in it when I'm out riding. On day rides, i fill it with ice & water in the morning and then maybe need to add some more ice sometime in the afternoon.SteveJ. said:I also use a Wally world bladder, good stuff. In the heat while touring, I generally wrap it with my jacket liner. It helps to multi purpose as much as you can while traveling. :great:
Fill with ice then add water, stays cold/cool all day in the heat.
Worst part is that first mouthful of warm water from the tube when you haven't had a drink in a while.
ron203 said:I have the Cortech 2.0 18L bag with a MSR brand vinyl coated bladder too. Not really cheat at $125 or so, but it's holding up well so far. The MSR bladder bag is fabric covered and that makes it tough. Fill with ice, run the hose out the bag hole. I used the MSR bladder for backpacking and it is tough, too. but neither is it cheap. You get what you pay for.
I had the 12 L Cortech bag and it was too small for all that I wanted to bring l plus the water bladder.
The Cortech 18L has hidden shoulder straps and converts to a backpack when you stop and want to walk or go in a restaurant. Also comes with a built in rain cover. I like it!
ACISROC said:Thanks ron203.
I just usually keep the purchases below $25.00. I can get about 8 or 9 of them without raising a flag on the bank statement with the wife. Unless of course it has to do with motorcycle safety gear. Tires etc. the sky is the limit. I told her I could get two tires for about $150.00 bucks and she said, get the best, I want you around. So I ended up with $200.00 a piece tires ;D
ron203 is cool :great: :great: :great:
Aftermarket motorcycle parts dealers take note: Married guys could really benefit from layaway plans! ;DACISROC said:I just usually keep the purchases below $25.00. I can get about 8 or 9 of them without raising a flag on the bank statement with the wife.
Being hydrated has absolutely made me able to ride more miles, more comfortably. Less aches and pains. Less need for a HUGE drink when I stop.CRocker said:seems like I can ride more miles this way...