User Review: CamelBak H.A.W.G.

CamelBak H.A.W.G.
Above: The current H.A.W.G., which may differ slightly from the version reviewed.

Reviewed May 14, 2008 by flembacca

Rating:
Design: front-loading pockets/back-loading water bladder
Size: 1800cu. inches
Number of Pockets: 6
Max. Load Carried: 20lb.
Height of Owner: 6'0"
Price Paid: $110

As a hiker and not a biker, this bag is superb, but it's only downside is that it carries the bare minimum for gear while hiking. Raingear, multitool, small camera, light, etc.

The back is soft, so the pack is not good for cramming stuff into. The water supply is excellent though Camelbak bladders are a little picky aka don't fill with Koolaid or other sticky drinks- my bad, not the bladder's. The three liter size is good, but tends to be on the heavier side as it is the equivalent of a giant soda bottle on your back.

Overall though the bag performs flawlessly, and is a keeper for many a year. Not good for long hikes unless a minimalist, featherweight hiker.

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