Maelstrom Lightweight Hydration Hiking Backpack with 2L/3L Water Bladder | BPA-free, High Flow Bite, Insulated Compartment, Reflective Strip, Utility Pockets, Perfect for Running, Cycling, Marathon

I finally found a day pack that my son like to use as a day pack for his scouting adventures. This backpack has several pockets for his different items. It large enough that he could pack all the items in for a day hike and has some room to spare or allow him to personalize what items he wants to carry with him. He's 14 and at 5'-7" that pack fits him very well.Overall, I'm happy with this purchase and I think you will be too. It's a nice backpack that won't break the bank. It light weight but doesn't seem or feel to be cheaply made. My don has already used it for a weeklong summer camp, where they have to carry it all day long and it came back with no rips or tears on it, but a little dirt, that we cleaned off very easily.

I purchased this day pack for a recent trip to the Death Valley national park. It is a well-constructed day pack that comes with a water bladder.The water bladder - I ordered the 3L version. It is easy to fill water and also to attach the bladder to the velcro in the pack to secure it. The bag/tube does not have any weird plastic smell. The long drinking tube disconnects at the bottom the bladder and it has a cover that keeps the bite valve clean. The bite valve could be shut off with a simple twist. The materials seem pretty decent.The pack itself is not very big but it does contain a lot of zippered compartments. A large mesh pouch with straps at the very front could hold a wind breaker or puffer jacket (not big though).The pack has waist straps (narrow, not too comfortable), thick padded shoulder straps (very comfortable), and two chest cross straps. The back plate is slightly stiff to improve ventilation.Overall, I'm very pleased with the quality, functionality and price point of this pack. My only concern is whether this comply provides the same level of post-sale services as other elite outdoors ware companies. In particular, the silicone bite valve sheath will eventually fail and hopefully replacements are readily available.

This backpack has pockets galore, great for hiking and long bike rides. Very comfy and durable construction.

The backpack is well made and tons of room for storage. I would have given this 5 stars, but there is no insulation on the water hose/straw.

I’m really happy with this hydration backpack. It’s lightweight, so it doesn’t feel heavy or bulky even after wearing it for an extended period, making it great for hiking, biking, or long walks.The adjustable straps are easy to customize and help keep the pack secure without digging into my shoulders. Once adjusted, it stays in place well, even while moving around.The fit is comfortable and sits nicely against my back without shifting. It feels well-balanced, which makes carrying it much more enjoyable.I also like the material. It feels durable while still being lightweight, and the quality seems solid enough to hold up to regular outdoor use. Overall, it’s a comfortable, well-designed hydration backpack that I’d recommend to anyone looking for a dependable option.

I bought this as a replacement for my more expensive name brand bag/water backpack. This was much cheaper. The very first thought I had when I ordered it was oh well it's probably going to feel cheap but what do you want for half the price? Whenever I got it I was very happy with my purchase. I got the one that holds 2 l of water and I really like the way that it functions. The water pouch part of it is kind of standard. What makes this stand out is the bag itself has a liner inside of it that keeps your drinks cool for up to 6 hours, and yes it actually works. Especially if you throw in some ice in the bag with your water. The parts that touch your body as far as straps and the back piece go are all padded and have a material on top of them that should dry sweat pretty quickly. It does have adjustable straps for your chest and for your waist as well to keep it tight to you. The bag itself is much larger than my previous one. It has plenty of pockets and zippers even a flip down piece that can be used as a helmet storage if you are like me and ride mountain bikes and one Wheels. I actually took this thing camping last weekend and I carried my clothes and everything I would need for the trip as far as toiletries, medicine, first aid, a Sony camera, even a backup pair of flip flops all fit easily in the bag. It has several clips, d-rings and bungee cords for carabiners and extra storage. It has adjustable straps to keep things nice and tight when packing for a trail ride or hike, or to open up and fit larger items. I am really impressed by the deceptively large size of this big. With all the straps pulled tight and the bag empty, you would never guess it would hold so much. Great price point too

Great product! Took a family vacation cross country and this came in very handy on hikes, walks, travel, biking. We filled with ice first then water. The water stayed cold for hours. Lots of pockets come in handy too. It is insulated so there is no “sweating” through to the outside. Light weight and portable. Love it!!

Overall a functional backpack with good storage and comfort. The bladder and hose work well with the extra shutoff valve, but has been difficult to get the chemical taste out of it. The quality is based upon my first use (after return period) the lower waist strap pulled out of the stitching rendering the lower strap useless. It appears that the strap was never sown into the seam like the other side.

The product is very well made and has all the features you could want.

de muy buen material, se siente resistente, es pequeña y ligera, justo lo que esperaba

Great backpack. Looks even better than on photos. Quite spacious and comfortable. I also like the velcro based removable flag. As you can change it based on your own country.

Absolutely love this backpack for quadding. I never go anywhere without it. I liked it so much, my daughter insisted on getting one for herself. Now the whole family wants one.Only negative point is cleaning it can be a little tricky. The straw needs a little extra attention and the bladder needs to be dried immediately after cleaning or it will grow slimy. Not a deal breaker and definitely worth the effort. I highly recommend this product.

I’ve only used this once and did a 35 mile cycle ride. I would fully recommend this as it is built of good quality with plenty of space for the bladder and several other pockets to place keys, mobile, snack bars etc. the comfort is good once you get the straps adjusted to best suit you. I would say that this offers great value for money against some of the bigger names in this product field.