Please advise on Kelty's "hydration compatible" claim. Where will the bladder and tubing go, and how has it worked for you? Thanks.
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There is an elastic pouch on the large inside pocket that you could put the bladder in. There is not a hole for the tube to come through however. The large pouch has two zippers so you could pull them in such a way as to allow the tube to come through.
10671
There is a hydration bladder pocket on the inside back of the pack. At the top center back of the pack there is a hidden (at least it took me awhile to find it) tube port that is designed to go either to the left or right shoulder strap. The pocket has two hangers that can be used to keep the bladder center, to the right or to the left depending on the shape of the bladder; and how you may want to load and balance your pack.
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There is a sleeve in the main pocket against the back panel that the bladder fits into. Two hooks help hold it in place. The hose runs up through a dedicated hole at the top of the pack, then over one of your shoulders and down along one of the shoulder straps secured by a strap for easy access. My camel back seemed as if it was made for this pack it fit so well.
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Yes and no. I have three different camelback bladders with their prospective carrying cases. I've found that the multicam insulated hydration carrier for the 3L is an incredibly tight squeeze. The ACU pattern non-insulated carrier fits just fine (similar to SI camelback). And the 2.5L bladder non-insulated carrier fits very easily as well with room to spare. I think it is largely dependant upon if you intend to place the carrier AND the bladder inside the flap or just the bladder. Hope that helps.
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I tried it before but I imagine you'd like to have some visual proof of this. Yes, it is possible (if you don't mind wrinkling your clothes a bit).http://imgur.com/CRCw3Di (1.5 L water bladder + jeans + shirt + track jacket + rain coat) http://i.imgur.com/f4smFV9 (All in the bag! You have to roll up your jacket and put it in the sleeping bag pocket.)http://imgur.com/Vv73KLU (While on my back)
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AR_Kayaker, Not anymore. I called Polar and they no longer make the SmartFabric straps. This is the "new" softstrap, and the contacts are now a rubbery deal. Less static buildup, but the chest strap is a much cheaper, more slippery material. That, and the hook cover is pretty minimal; been rowing on a Concept2 daily since November 24, and I've worn a hole on either side of my ribcage from the tag that supposed to protect you from the metal hook end. It's nowhere near the quality of the Wearlink that was pictured here, but this is what they're making now. I'm adding some First Aid tape, and rowing on. AR_Kayaker, Not anymore. I called Polar and they no longer make the SmartFabric straps. This is the "new" softstrap, and the contacts are now a rubbery deal. Less static buildup, but the chest strap is a much cheaper, more slippery material. That, and the hook cover is pretty minimal; been rowing on a Concept2 daily since November 24, and I've worn a hole on either side of my ribcage from the tag that supposed to protect you from the metal hook end. It's nowhere near the quality of the Wearlink that was pictured here, but this is what they're making now. I'm adding some First Aid... » Read More AR_Kayaker, Not anymore. I called Polar and they no longer make the SmartFabric straps. This is the "new" softstrap, and the contacts are now a rubbery deal. Less static buildup, but the chest strap is a much cheaper, more slippery material. That, and the hook cover is pretty minimal; been rowing on a Concept2 daily since November 24, and I've worn a hole on either side of my ribcage from the tag that supposed to protect you from the metal hook end. It's nowhere near the quality of the Wearlink that was pictured here, but this is what they're making now. I'm adding some First Aid tape, and rowing on. « Show Less
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I believe so, the dimensions (dry) are 7"x17". If there is a hydration sleeve in the ILBE with those dimensions it'll fit even when full. The tube is twice the length of the sleeve...so 34" or close. It works absolutely great in my smaller BD pack, so I recommend it! Nice pack by the way.
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William, David Fisher is correct, these filters usually don't come with a Hydration bladder. I bought the Geigerrig Pressurized bladder separate, however the Sawyer snap fittings work great with it. I also purchased the pack of "Sawyer QUICK DISCONNECT ADAPTER SET (Two Male, one Female)" snap fittings and a 6' section of 1/4" hose so the sawyer filter will adapt to doing different things just by snapping different parts together. I hope this helps.
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Im not sure. As a outdoorsman myself this Hydration pack does not have a waist strap to hold the pack down. Running or sudden bending over the pack move all over. I have to cinch the shoulder strap real tight almost uncomfortably on my armpit so it wont move around
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It's not meant to be stored outside a bag. I don't think any bladder is, because that's what a Nalgene with a clip can do without tearing. If your pack doesn't have a hydration compartment, then you will have to make room for it in other compartments. Use common sense, buddy.
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I am sorry- I don't have a kid with a mini hydration pack! I can tell you, however, when I looked at the pack online, it sure looks like it is the same stuff, only a smaller pack. Never saw any parts options for replacements that are "mini" sized so I would feel safe ordering....also, it might be a good thing to get a "Bit Bite Valve Cover" while you are at it. I know kids might be a little rough on their stuff, but if you can get them used to it, using a cover is a really nice habit.
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I haven't tried this myself, but I think a bike tube patch on the inside would do the trick. The inside surface is smoother and the pressure would tend to hold the patch in place. Give the bladder a good wash before drinking out of it again.
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Mine did, everything but the bladder and tube. Mine was also in new condition except for the tape residue on one of the grab handles. I was very happy with it. You do need to read the vendor's feedback to make sure that you will get what they advertise. They are monster packs.
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I do not use, and am not personally familiar with, the ILBE Gen 2 Main Pack, but several of the answers to the same question you are asking about this item in its Amazon.com listing says it is compatible with hydration bladders. One even includes the web address for a video on this topic. I would suggest you read through the information about the ILBE Gen 2 Main Pack on Amazon.com. and hope this referral is helpful to you. I use the Condor 3-Day Assault Pack, which can accommodate two (2) Camelbak 100 oz/ 3.0 L hydration bladders. I stopped carrying two hydration bladders in it to reduce the weight of the fully loaded pack, and use the "extra" space in the hydration section to hold one Camelbak 100 oz/ 3.0 L hydration bladder, its cleaning kit, extra in-line charcoal filter cartridges for my Camelbak in-line filter (to remove "funky flavors" from the water), a Sawyer Products Mini-Filter and accessories (to filter out microscopic "critters" in water from "unknown natural" sources when refilling the hydration bladder), a back-up drinking tube (in case my primary drinking tube gets cut or damaged), a LifeStraw personal water filter, and a military personal reverse osmosis water filtration system. All This extra gear weighs a lot less than an additional 3.0 L of water and hydration bladder, and it gives me the ability to safely drink pretty much any water I encounter and safely refill my hydration bladder over and over. As the old philosopher once said, "Show a man how to carry an extra 3.0 liters of water, and you'll get him through the next day. Show him how to make any water he finds safe to drink, and he will have water for the rest of his life". . . . or maybe he was talking about fishing.
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Ah, the old Tanker trick. Yes, it will work. I do the same thing for my son, though he learned very young how to get water out of the camelbak
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any will work; I used a 3L camelback.beware; it's A) a tight fit for larger bladders and B) will make the pack sit really awkwardly and uncomfortably on your back when it's full all the way.Kinda doesn't make sense that it's right against your back - the front the pack would be a better spot as it would ride better.I highly recommend MSI's dromedary if you need to pack in your own water. those things are unkillable.
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http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00BUS12PI/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1426989967&sr;=8-(1π=AC_SY200_QL40&keywords;=condor+hydration&d;pPl=1&dpID;=41rxZ71KEZL&ref;=plSrch) something like this should work.
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There are 2 condor hydro packs on amazon you have to make sure you order the one with better reviews that's the one I got and works good. I don't like the Velcro hangers for the pack for a 3L bladder but they workish.
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These items don't have separations for a bladder or camelback, it's just a waterproof bag. Hope that helps.