I've been rocking this flexible flask in a pocket for two or three seasons. No leaks or drama so far. I've even fallen on it a few times. I don't know how my friends ride without water. Blows my mind.

 

I use a 2L Camelbak Mil spec Antidote. Need a backpack though.

 

drink before you go ride?

 

What size is your hydro pack? I use a fairly minimal 1.5L Camelbak hydration backpack with a 2L Hydrapak bladder (waaay better than a Camelbak for cleaning and filling). It's fairly low profile, lasts about 4-5 hours before needing a refill, and can even fit under my jacket (but I prefer it on the outside).

 

Just as an FYI, this is the insulated tube Hydrapak 2L for cheap.

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Another one for flexible flasks, or rather energy gel containers hah. Same idea but mine are 150ml and designed for endurance athletes fueling with gel I guess. 1 in each hand pocket is unnoticeable and enough to keep me going for the day. But I always have water in the car, chug some before riding and chug the rest after.

If you're also in the market for a new Jacket...

Hydrastash®

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Bladders built into the snowskirt of the jacket or bibs.

 

Like Phedder I take small fruit purée drink sachets, can be difficult to find though.

 

Preload your hydrating and get water at lunch

 

I just put a liter water bottle in a backpack. It is a camelpak as well, so I could fill that, but my problem was having the hose freeze...anyone have that issue?

 

Yes hose freeze is a pita. Also bladder in the back on the lift sucks but I can deal. I have a 2L bladder that I half fill.

 

@dwdesign, from small to large I've used a Camelbak Skeeter, Rogue and Mule. They all suck on the lift, there is no getting around the bump on my back. I find myself filling less to reduce that bump, then running out later in the day.

 

Ordered some flasks from REI outlet, thanks everyone.