I hate packs so much that I’ll do everything I can to avoid.
I’ll drink from a stream IF it’s running nicely and IF it’s in a good spot relative to houses and highways and IF I have enough left of the ride that I don’t practically have a choice.
Having to carry water for my dog too has put me dry sometimes in summer. I hate hate hate packs. If it’s obvious I need to bring one I will but sometimes I choose wrong