Big rides it's a backpack with bladder and a bottle. Water in the hip pack doesn't work for me. Anything 3 hrs and less (and not silly hot) I can get away with a big bottle given I'm well hydrated before I start (usually down a big bottle just before going out).
I've been riding with a backpack recently and once you're used to it it's fine. Plus you can carry everything you possibly need (and first aid kit).
July 21, 2022, 10:57 a.m. - fartymarty
Big rides it's a backpack with bladder and a bottle. Water in the hip pack doesn't work for me. Anything 3 hrs and less (and not silly hot) I can get away with a big bottle given I'm well hydrated before I start (usually down a big bottle just before going out). I've been riding with a backpack recently and once you're used to it it's fine. Plus you can carry everything you possibly need (and first aid kit).