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This is the first year I'll be bringing a Camelbak. Will I be able to bring it into Centeroo already filled up, or will they make me empty it and fill it up inside Centeroo? I know they usually make you empty any unsealed bottles so I was just curious. Thanks..
i have taken a camelbak for the past 3 years. i have never had to pour it out! the only advice i have is to add a little bit of ice and it makes a world of difference!
I took in a full Camelbak last year every day....couldn't have survived without it. I didn't have a single problem.
On the ice tip, I froze water bottles in my cooler last year and I cut open and dumped 2 completely frozen bottles into my bladder each morning. The water stayed nice and cold all day.
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Post by hoosierrooster on Feb 18, 2008 13:22:20 GMT -5
Yes and Yes. I've brought my camelbak every year. Mine was quite comfortable without a shirt and they feel absolutely incredible on your back. Just don't forget the ice!!!
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i wouldn't say a camelbak is comfortable, but i guess it depends on how much you try to pack into it. i have one that is made for females and it is still a little uncomfotable. and as far as the water keeping your back cold. i would say it might last 20 minutes in the bonnaroo sun!
i would say it is worth it. they keep you hydrated. i bought one two years ago for bonnaroo and still use it. i think i got mine for $50 on sale. you can always buy a different brand that fits your budget. the key is freezing all your water bottles before you leave. we froze two cases, which took some time, but in a 5 days cooler in the shade they lasted all weekend! it was really nice to have cold water!
Mine was definitely worth it. I could stick all my stuff in it and even strapped a rolled up blanket onto it so I had a nice spot to sit. It worked as a back rest / pillow too. And having nice, cold water all day is a blessing that you will come to appreciate.
you can always buy a different brand that fits your budget.
That is very true. Mine is not an actual Camelbak and I can't remember the name of it right off. Found it at Sportsman's Warehouse for $30 and I liked it better than any of the Camelbaks they had. Like I said, this will be the first year I'm bringing one, but last year I was really wishing I had one. It's not essential, but I think it'll be really nice to have.
I too didn't buy the actual brand - I got a Kelty that was on sale at Campmor and it's very very small but got the job done. My husband has a bigger Camelbak and when I held it for him when he went to a porta potty or whatever I thought MAN this thing is HEAVY! Do know a smaller bag means a smaller bladder... but mine held enough to keep me from passing out in the middle of Centeroo ;D However my husband's was big enough to stash stuff under the bladder that the gate security never found
Post by GratefulHippie on Feb 19, 2008 12:00:20 GMT -5
yeah...i mainly want it because it looks like it could hold a lot, and that's a plus for me. i hate going unprepared, or having to leave something behind because i don't want to carry it around.
I have an off brand bladder that I purchased from Wal Mart last year for 10 dollars or so... and then a back pack for 15. Best money I spent on Bonnaroo last year other than the ticket and some AWESOME corn... but that's another story for another day.
I never brought in filled bladders, though, because I always thought they made you dump it out... But will try this year.
I cannot stress enough the convenience of a camelback... you won't regret buying one, that's for sure.
Post by monkeystuff504 on Feb 20, 2008 1:24:58 GMT -5
I have a 100 oz camelbak, think its the largest size bladder they have , and it lasted me half the day. This was of course with 2 other people drinking from it most of the time. What worked best for me is going to the water station and dumping it out right before i knew i was going to be trapped into a hot and tightly packed crowd. The water that comes from the water stations is really cold and having that on your back is a nice added relief. I noticed alot of people had the misting attachment on theirs that some third party manufacturer makes, 02 cool i think.
Got a High Sierra at Costco for $20 with a 2 liter bladder. Lots of pockets and expandable (sort of) it doesn't get too big, but enough to fit all I need.
I got it about three weeks ago, so they are probably still out there.
i think mine's like a medium sized one, and i filled it up about seven or eight times a day at roo. but i drink weirdly large amounts of water and have a phobia a dehydrating....i wouldn't have survived if i didn't have it, def a must have.
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Post by Good-Chicken on Mar 13, 2008 22:44:17 GMT -5
monkeystuff that mister sounds perfect, but i googled and didn't come up with anything. was wondering if you knew anything more about it a link or something.
Post by SouthGA_Festival Machine on Mar 13, 2008 23:13:39 GMT -5
mriddle440 said:
monkeystuff that mister sounds perfect, but i googled and didn't come up with anything. was wondering if you knew anything more about it a link or something.
