{"id":1359,"date":"2025-06-05T18:57:21","date_gmt":"2025-06-05T22:57:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/best-hydration-bladders\/"},"modified":"2026-01-04T14:07:43","modified_gmt":"2026-01-04T19:07:43","slug":"best-hydration-bladders","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/hiking\/best-hydration-bladders\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Hydration Bladders of 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Hydration-Bladders-3x2-1.jpg\" alt=\"Waist-down view of a female hiker pulling the Gregory 3D Hydro hydration bladder out of her backpack along a trail\" class=\"wp-image-24565\" style=\"width:800px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Hydration-Bladders-3x2-1.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Hydration-Bladders-3x2-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Hydration-Bladders-3x2-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Hydration-Bladders-3x2-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group contained-content has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-large)\">\n<p>For convenient, hands-free hydration on the go, you\u2019ll need a hydration bladder to put in your pack. We\u2019ve used 46 bladders over the years from brands like CamelBak, HydraPak, Platypus, and more, ranging from the most basic options to reservoirs with all the bells and whistles. To help us identify the best, we consider features, weight, packability, taste, and more, across various price points.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ve searched the market and put each bladder to the test on hikes, runs, ski tours, and snowshoe trips. If you\u2019re looking for a new hydration system, we\u2019ll point you in the right direction. If you need additional accessories or integrated systems, we have you covered with our lists of the best hydration backpacks and water filters. If you\u2019re also open to a classic container, we\u2019ve tested and reviewed our favorite water bottles for trail and everyday use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And for more info, check out some of our other most popular gear guides:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group contained-content has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<ul style=\"padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium)\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/camping\/best-camping-tents\/\">Best Camping Tents<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/camping\/best-camping-mattresses\/\">Best Camping Sleeping Mattresses<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/camping\/best-camping-sleeping-bags\/\">Best Camping Sleeping Bags<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/camping\/best-camping-chairs\/\">Best Camping Chairs<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/footwear\/best-hiking-shoes-men\/\">Best Hiking Shoes for Men<\/a> \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/footwear\/best-hiking-shoes-women\/\">Best Hiking Shoes for Women<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"quick-picks\" class=\"wp-block-group contained-content has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-6c531013 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/QR-Bladders.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16886\" style=\"width:78px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-font-32-px-font-size\" id=\"bladders\">Quick Picks for Hydration bladders<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out this quick list of our favorite hydration bladders or continue scrolling to see our full list with in-depth reviews.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:0\"><strong>Best Hydration Bladder Overall:&nbsp;<\/strong><a rel=\" nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/HydraPak-Water-Reservoir-1-5L-Reversible\/dp\/B0BRBRBXV9?th=1&amp;tag=cleve05e-20\">HydraPak Contour ($43)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-6f59021e wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-amsive-jump-link\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-medium-font-size has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"#Hydro\">Jump to Review<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:0\"><strong>Best Ultralight Hydration Bladder:&nbsp;<\/strong><a rel=\" nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2536211\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F820769%2Fplatypus-platy-water-bottle-70-fl-oz\">Platypus Platy ($20)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-amsive-jump-link\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-medium-font-size has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"#platy1\">Jump to Review<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:0\"><strong>Hydration Bladder with the Best Features:&nbsp;<\/strong><a rel=\" nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2536211\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F218027%2Fgregory-3d-hydro-hydration-reservoir-2-liters\">Gregory 3D Hydro ($50)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-amsive-jump-link\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-medium-font-size has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"#hydro1\">Jump to Review<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:0\"><strong><strong>Best Lightweight Hydration Bladder for Filtration<\/strong>:&nbsp;<\/strong><a rel=\" nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Cnoc-Outdoors-Container-Thread-Orange\/dp\/B07QBQ894L?th=1&amp;tag=cleve05e-20\">CNOC Outdoors VectoX ($26)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-amsive-jump-link\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-medium-font-size has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"#Hydraulics\">Jump to Review<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:0\"><strong><strong>Best Value Hydration Bladder<\/strong>:&nbsp;<\/strong><a rel=\" nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2536211\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F108367%2Fcamelbak-crux-2l-reservoir-2-liters\">CamelBak Crux ($37)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-amsive-jump-link\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-medium-font-size has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"#Crux\">Jump to Review<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:0\"><strong>Best Bladder for Overnight Backpacking:&nbsp;<\/strong><a rel=\" nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2536211\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F218582%2Fosprey-hydraulics-reservoir-2-liters\">Osprey Hydraulics Reservoir ($48)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-amsive-jump-link\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-medium-font-size has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"#Kureida\">Jump to Review<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:0\"><strong>Best Hydration Bladder for Cold Weather:&nbsp;<\/strong><a rel=\" nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2536211\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F219759%2Fhydrapak-hydrasleeve-reservoir-3-liters\">HydraPak HydraSleeve ($68)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-amsive-jump-link\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-medium-font-size has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"#hydra1\">Jump to Review<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:0\"><strong>Best Water Taste:&nbsp;<\/strong><a rel=\" nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Platypus-Hands-Free-Hydration-Reservoir-2-Liter\/dp\/B07MDL7SDM\/?th=1&amp;tag=cleve05e-20\">Platypus Hoser ($34)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-amsive-jump-link\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-medium-font-size has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"#hoser\">Jump to Review<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:0\"><strong><strong>Most Durable Hydration Bladder<\/strong>:&nbsp;<\/strong><a rel=\" nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2536211\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F190100%2Fhydrapak-seeker-2l-collapsible-water-container-70-fl-oz\">HydraPak Seeker Water Bag ($25)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-amsive-jump-link\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-medium-font-size has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"#hydra2\">Jump to Review<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-bottom:0\"><strong>Best Budget Hydration Bladder:&nbsp;<\/strong><a rel=\" nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B08C31CJPL\/?tag=cleve05e-20\">Cherainti Hydration Bladder ($15)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-amsive-jump-link\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-medium-font-size has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"#cher\">Jump to Review<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"whats-new\" class=\"wp-block-group contained-content is-style-default has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-e20e7e2d wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#ebebeb57;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--large);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--large);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--large);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--large)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-font-24-px-font-size\"><strong>What\u2019s new<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-font-14-px-font-size\">During our most recent round of testing, we added several new hydration bladders to our list while keeping our favorites. Some of our award winners have changed, as we\u2019ve tested new products during our outdoor adventures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-font-14-px-font-size\">The <a rel=\" nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/HydraPak-Water-Reservoir-1-5L-Reversible\/dp\/B0BRBRBXV9?th=1&amp;tag=cleve05e-20\">HydraPak Contour<\/a> has risen to the top of our list due to its excellent balance of weight, packability, and features.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-font-14-px-font-size\">We added several lightweight water bags and flexible water bottles to the list, including the <a rel=\" nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2536211\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F820769%2Fplatypus-platy-water-bottle-70-fl-oz\">Platypus Platy<\/a>, the <a rel=\" nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2536211\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F190100%2Fhydrapak-seeker-2l-collapsible-water-container-70-fl-oz\">HydraPak Seeker<\/a>, and the <a rel=\" nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Cnoc-Outdoors-Container-Thread-Orange\/dp\/B07QBQ894L?th=1&amp;tag=cleve05e-20\">CNOC VectoX<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-font-14-px-font-size\">After reading very positive Amazon reviews, we decided to try the <a rel=\" nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B08C31CJPL\/?tag=cleve05e-20\">Cherainti Hydration Bladder<\/a> and chose it as our top budget pick.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-font-14-px-font-size\">For your cold weather adventures, we added the <a rel=\" nofollow sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2536211\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F219759%2Fhydrapak-hydrasleeve-reservoir-3-liters\">HydraPak Hydrasleeve<\/a>, an insulated bladder designed to prevent water from freezing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"sheets-chart-block\" data-block-id=\"87d6a656-6a23-41f7-a33b-47847687cc6a\" data-chart-type=\"bar\" data-sheet-title=\"Hydration Bladders Overall Testing Scores\" data-sheet-id=\"1O1I5f1eBaEuAvAYmiMymwBKCOezV80jDKB9OGQ6RRHQ\" data-label=\"A2:A11\" data-stats=\"M2:M11\" data-overlay=\"\" data-overlays=\"[&quot;B2:B13&quot;,&quot;C2:C11&quot;]\" data-bar-color=\"#e5a045\" data-x-axis-label=\"\" data-y-axis-label=\"\" data-trendline-label=\"\" data-x-axis-data=\"\" data-y-axis-data=\"\" data-sort-order=\"value-high-low\" data-editors-pick-text=\"\" data-editors-pick-image=\"\" data-budget-buy-text=\"\" data-budget-buy-image=\"\" data-axis-prepend-symbol=\"\" data-axis-symbol-selection=\"\"><div class=\"sheets-chart-canvas-wrap\" style=\"height:420px;max-width:800px\"><canvas class=\"sheets-chart-canvas\"><\/canvas><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\r\n<div style=\"margin-block-start:0; scroll-margin-top: 4rem\" class=\"product-details__block --badged md:pb-[1rem] wp-block-acf-product-detail\" id=\"Hydro\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 product-details__wrapper md:grid-cols-2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Row 1 -->\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"flex flex-wrap md:col-span-2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Featured Post Image -->\r\n\t\t\t\t<div\r\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"flex flex-col items-center justify-center w-full p-5 product_details__image basis-full xs:basis-2\/5 md:basis-1\/2 md:w-1\/2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<figure>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Blank-700-x-700-2023-04-14T143458.197.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Blank-700-x-700-2023-04-14T143458.197.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Blank-700-x-700-2023-04-14T143458.197-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Blank-700-x-700-2023-04-14T143458.197-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Product title, intro and attributes -->\r\n\t\t\t\t<div\r\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"flex flex-col w-full p-5 product-details__overview basis-full xs:basis-3\/5 md:basis-1\/2 md:w-1\/2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"mb-5 tracking-tight text-32px\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\tHydraPak Contour\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"mb-4 italic leading-6 text-18px\">Best overall hydration bladder<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCleverHiker Rating:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.8\/5.0\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPrice:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$43\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWeight:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t5 oz.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDimensions:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t14.6&#8243; x 7.5&#8243;\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCapacities Available:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t1.5L (lumbar), 2L, 3L \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Product Affiliate links -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"w-full p-10 product-details__links basis-full\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- loop through affiliate links: label\/link as buttons -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/HydraPak-Water-Reservoir-1-5L-Reversible\/dp\/B0BRBRBXV9?th=1&#038;tag=cleve05e-20\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"text-14px md:text-16px text-center btn-secondary uppercase !py-4 leading-tight\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trel=\"sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttitle=\"View at Amazon\">View at Amazon<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/hydrapak.com\/products\/contour%E2%84%A2-2l-reservoir?variant=44186013630697\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"text-14px md:text-16px text-center btn-secondary uppercase !py-4 leading-tight\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trel=\"sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttitle=\"View at HydraPak\">View at HydraPak<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Row 2 -->\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__list --pro\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"pb-2 text-24px\">Pros<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- loop through pros -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Lightweight<\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Can be turned inside out to dry<\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Easy to clean <\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Good balance of features to weight <\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__list --con\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"pb-2 text-24px\">Cons<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- loop through cons -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Slight plastic taste after cleaning<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t<!-- Row 3 -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"md:col-span-2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Product Bottom Line -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__bottom-line p-7\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By balancing smart features with a lightweight and packable design, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/HydraPak-Water-Reservoir-1-5L-Reversible\/dp\/B0BRBRBXV9?th=1&amp;tag=cleve05e-20\">HydraPak Contour<\/a> wins the award for the best overall hydration bladder. At just 5 ounces, it\u2019s one of the lightest bladders we tested that still has a hose and bite valve. While the Platypus Hoser weighs slightly less, the Contour offers useful features like a bite valve shutoff switch, a sternum strap magnet, interior baffles, and a lightweight handle. The plastic sliding closure adds some weight, but the wide opening significantly eases cleaning.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our main critique of the Contour is that it retains a slight plastic taste, even after cleaning. However, several of the other bladders tasted much worse; the Contour\u2019s plastic flavor was average in comparison. Folks on multi-day backpacking trips might also prefer a bladder with a bit more structure, like the Osprey Hydraulics Reservoir, so they can easily reload it into a full backpack.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We were impressed by how the Contour maintains its low weight without sacrificing too many features. Hikers, trail runners, and backpackers alike will appreciate this well-designed, versatile hydration bladder.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/hiking\/hydrapak-contour-review\/\">HydraPak Contour Hydration Bladder Full Review<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__badge\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/CH_HydrationPack_EP.svg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\n\n\r\n<div style=\"margin-block-start:0; scroll-margin-top: 4rem\" class=\"product-details__block --badged md:pb-[1rem] wp-block-acf-product-detail\" id=\"Platy1\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 product-details__wrapper md:grid-cols-2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Row 1 -->\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"flex flex-wrap md:col-span-2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Featured Post Image -->\r\n\t\t\t\t<div\r\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"flex flex-col items-center justify-center w-full p-5 product_details__image basis-full xs:basis-2\/5 md:basis-1\/2 md:w-1\/2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<figure>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Platypus-Platy-Bottle-70-Liter-Water-Bottle-Collapsible-Water-Storage-Container.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Platypus-Platy-Bottle-70-Liter-Water-Bottle-Collapsible-Water-Storage-Container.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Platypus-Platy-Bottle-70-Liter-Water-Bottle-Collapsible-Water-Storage-Container-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Platypus-Platy-Bottle-70-Liter-Water-Bottle-Collapsible-Water-Storage-Container-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Product title, intro and attributes -->\r\n\t\t\t\t<div\r\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"flex flex-col w-full p-5 product-details__overview basis-full xs:basis-3\/5 md:basis-1\/2 md:w-1\/2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"mb-5 tracking-tight text-32px\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\tPlatypus Platy\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"mb-4 italic leading-6 text-18px\">Best ultralight hydration bladder<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCleverHiker Rating:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.7\/5.0\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPrice:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$19\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWeight:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t0.3 oz.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDimensions:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t13.8&#8243; x 7.5&#8243; \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCapacities Available:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t2L\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Product Affiliate links -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"w-full p-10 product-details__links basis-full\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- loop through affiliate links: label\/link as buttons -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2536211\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F820769%2Fplatypus-platy-water-bottle-70-fl-oz\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"text-14px md:text-16px text-center btn-secondary uppercase !py-4 leading-tight\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trel=\"sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttitle=\"View at REI\">View at REI<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Platypus-Platy-2-Liter-Flexible-Bottle\/dp\/B0BX4YQ8C5?tag=cleve05e-20\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"text-14px md:text-16px text-center btn-secondary uppercase !py-4 leading-tight\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trel=\"sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttitle=\"View at Amazon\">View at Amazon<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Row 2 -->\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__list --pro\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"pb-2 text-24px\">Pros<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- loop through pros -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Ultralight<\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Packs up very small <\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Virtually taste-free out of the package <\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Affordable<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__list --con\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"pb-2 text-24px\">Cons<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- loop through cons -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">The seams tend to split eventually after hard use<\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">The lack of hose makes it impossible to drink while hiking<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t<!-- Row 3 -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"md:col-span-2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Product Bottom Line -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__bottom-line p-7\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alpine climbers and ultralight backpackers who count every ounce will appreciate this extremely lightweight, flexible bottle for long days in the mountains. When it\u2019s empty, <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2536211\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F820769%2Fplatypus-platy-water-bottle-70-fl-oz\">the Platy<\/a> packs down to virtually nothing, making it a great choice for airplane travel as well. Platypus\u2019s claim that the Platy is \u201ctaste-free\u201d turned out to be true; of all the bladders we tested, the two products made by Platypus tasted the freshest right out of the package.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Platy is not a complete hydration system with a hose and bite valve, so hikers who like to hydrate on the go should invest in a different bladder. It also has a limited lifespan; our main tester has used the Platy extensively, and it always eventually fails at the seams. She loves using it for multi-pitch rock climbing so much that she just keeps replacing it!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For those who prioritize weight above all else, the Platy is our most minimalist, ultralight choice. Although it has a limited lifespan, it can be replaced at an affordable price, so we continually return for more.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/more-gear\/platypus-platy-water-bottle-review\/\">Platypus Platy Hydration Bladder Full Review<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__badge\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/CH_HydrationPack_EP.svg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\n\n\r\n<div style=\"margin-block-start:0; scroll-margin-top: 5rem\" class=\"product-details__block md:pb-[1rem] wp-block-acf-product-detail\" id=\"Hydro1\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 product-details__wrapper md:grid-cols-2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Row 1 -->\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"flex flex-wrap md:col-span-2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Featured Post Image -->\r\n\t\t\t\t<div\r\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"flex flex-col items-center justify-center w-full p-5 product_details__image basis-full xs:basis-2\/5 md:basis-1\/2 md:w-1\/2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<figure>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Blank-700-x-700-2023-03-15T135703.983.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Blank-700-x-700-2023-03-15T135703.983.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Blank-700-x-700-2023-03-15T135703.983-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Blank-700-x-700-2023-03-15T135703.983-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Product title, intro and attributes -->\r\n\t\t\t\t<div\r\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"flex flex-col w-full p-5 product-details__overview basis-full xs:basis-3\/5 md:basis-1\/2 md:w-1\/2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"mb-5 tracking-tight text-32px\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\tGregory 3D Hydro\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"mb-4 italic leading-6 text-18px\">Hydration bladder with the best features<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCleverHiker Rating:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.6\/5.0\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPrice:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$50\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWeight:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t6.5 oz.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDimensions:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t14.5&#8243; x 7&#8243; \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCapacities Available:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t2L, 3L\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Product Affiliate links -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"w-full p-10 product-details__links basis-full\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- loop through affiliate links: label\/link as buttons -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2536211\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F218027%2Fgregory-3d-hydro-hydration-reservoir-2-liters\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"text-14px md:text-16px text-center btn-secondary uppercase !py-4 leading-tight\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trel=\"sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttitle=\"View at REI\">View at REI<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/redirect.viglink.com\/?key=5b911ae260a17f173a4b2a6eb6a59025&#038;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.backcountry.com%2Fb%2Fgregory-3d-hydro-3l-reservoir\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"text-14px md:text-16px text-center btn-secondary uppercase !py-4 leading-tight\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trel=\"sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttitle=\"View at Backcountry\">View at Backcountry<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Row 2 -->\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__list --pro\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"pb-2 text-24px\">Pros<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- loop through pros -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Easy to fill with hard plastic handle<\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">3D structure makes it easier to load into backpack<\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Sternum strap magnet prevents hose from flopping around<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__list --con\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"pb-2 text-24px\">Cons<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- loop through cons -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Distinct iodine taste after it\u2019s been cleaned<\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Small twist-cap opening makes it harder to clean<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t<!-- Row 3 -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"md:col-span-2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Product Bottom Line -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__bottom-line p-7\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Backpackers looking for a seamless experience will appreciate this well-designed hydration bladder. The <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2536211\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F218027%2Fgregory-3d-hydro-hydration-reservoir-2-liters\">3D Hydro<\/a> features include helpful elements that make it easy to fill, use, and clean, whether you\u2019re heading out for a day hike or spending weeks in the mountains.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The rigid handle facilitates easy filling from a sink or stream, and it\u2019s less awkward to load into a full backpack due to its 3D structure. We appreciate how the hose includes a quick disconnect located at the top of the bladder. This design prevents you from having to search in your backpack to reconnect the hose after a refill. Interior baffles stop water from sloshing, and a sternum strap magnet keeps the hose from flopping around while walking.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These premium features add some extra bulk, so alpine climbers and ultralight backpackers might want to consider a lighter-weight system. However, hikers seeking an easy-to-use hydration bladder will appreciate the Gregory 3D Hydro.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/hiking\/gregory-3d-hydro-review\/\">Gregory 3D Hydro Hydration Bladder Full Review<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\n\n\r\n<div style=\"margin-block-start:0; scroll-margin-top: 4rem\" class=\"product-details__block --badged md:pb-[1rem] wp-block-acf-product-detail\" id=\"Hydraulics\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 product-details__wrapper md:grid-cols-2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Row 1 -->\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"flex flex-wrap md:col-span-2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Featured Post Image -->\r\n\t\t\t\t<div\r\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"flex flex-col items-center justify-center w-full p-5 product_details__image basis-full xs:basis-2\/5 md:basis-1\/2 md:w-1\/2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<figure>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/CNOC-Outdoors-VectoX.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/CNOC-Outdoors-VectoX.png 700w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/CNOC-Outdoors-VectoX-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/CNOC-Outdoors-VectoX-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/CNOC-Outdoors-VectoX-60x60.png 60w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Product title, intro and attributes -->\r\n\t\t\t\t<div\r\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"flex flex-col w-full p-5 product-details__overview basis-full xs:basis-3\/5 md:basis-1\/2 md:w-1\/2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"mb-5 tracking-tight text-32px\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\tCNOC Outdoors VectoX\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"mb-4 italic leading-6 text-18px\">Best lightweight hydration bladder for filtration<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCleverHiker Rating:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.6\/5.0\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPrice:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$26\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWeight:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t3.25 oz.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDimensions:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t13.5&#8243; x 7&#8243;\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCapacities Available:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t2L, 3L\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Product Affiliate links -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"w-full p-10 product-details__links basis-full\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- loop through affiliate links: label\/link as buttons -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Cnoc-Outdoors-Container-Thread-Orange\/dp\/B07RSF2WT6?th=1&#038;psc=1&#038;tag=cleve05e-20\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"text-14px md:text-16px text-center btn-secondary uppercase !py-4 leading-tight\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trel=\"sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttitle=\"View at Amazon\">View at Amazon<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&#038;mi=13757&#038;pw=180150&#038;ctc=&#038;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.garagegrowngear.com%2Fproducts%2F2l-vecto-water-container-by-cnoc-outdoors\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"text-14px md:text-16px text-center btn-secondary uppercase !py-4 leading-tight\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trel=\"sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttitle=\"View at Garage Grown Gear\">View at Garage Grown Gear<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Row 2 -->\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__list --pro\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"pb-2 text-24px\">Pros<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- loop through pros -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Dries extremely quickly <\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Wide opening makes it easy to fill <\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Lightweight and packable <\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__list --con\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"pb-2 text-24px\">Cons<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- loop through cons -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">No hydration hose <\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Sand and dirt can get caught in slider <\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t<!-- Row 3 -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"md:col-span-2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Product Bottom Line -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__bottom-line p-7\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Cnoc-Outdoors-Container-Thread-Orange\/dp\/B07RSF2WT6?th=1&amp;psc=1&amp;tag=cleve05e-20\">VectoX<\/a> addresses your backcountry water collection, filtration, and storage needs. With its wide opening, it\u2019s easy to fill from any body of water, whether you\u2019re camping near a lake or a stream. The 28mm size is designed for water filters with 28mm threads like the Sawyer Squeeze, but the VectoX also features a 42mm thread size to accommodate larger filters like the Katadyn BeFree. If you pack two VectoX bladders, you can easily set up a gravity filtration system right at camp.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While it\u2019s possible to drink from it directly, the VectoX isn\u2019t the most convenient hydration system. It lacks a hose and bite valve, and its floppy material makes it more challenging to use like a water bottle compared to the slightly stiffer Platy. The VectoX is better suited as a system for collecting and filtering large amounts of water while camping with a group. This can be especially beneficial if you end up pitching your tent far from a water source.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/hiking\/cnoc-outdoors-vectox-review\/\">CNOC Outdoors VectoX Hydration Bladder Full Review<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__badge\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/CH_HydrationMix_EP.svg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\n\n\r\n<div style=\"margin-block-start:0; scroll-margin-top: 4rem\" class=\"product-details__block --badged md:pb-[1rem] wp-block-acf-product-detail\" id=\"Crux\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 product-details__wrapper md:grid-cols-2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Row 1 -->\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"flex flex-wrap md:col-span-2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Featured Post Image -->\r\n\t\t\t\t<div\r\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"flex flex-col items-center justify-center w-full p-5 product_details__image basis-full xs:basis-2\/5 md:basis-1\/2 md:w-1\/2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<figure>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Blank-700-x-700-72.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Blank-700-x-700-72.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Blank-700-x-700-72-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Blank-700-x-700-72-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Product title, intro and attributes -->\r\n\t\t\t\t<div\r\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"flex flex-col w-full p-5 product-details__overview basis-full xs:basis-3\/5 md:basis-1\/2 md:w-1\/2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"mb-5 tracking-tight text-32px\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\tCamelBak Crux\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"mb-4 italic leading-6 text-18px\">Best value hydration bladder<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCleverHiker Rating:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.5\/5.0\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPrice:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$40\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWeight:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t7 oz.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDimensions:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t15&#8243; x 7.5&#8243;\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCapacities Available:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t1.5L, 2L, 3L \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Product Affiliate links -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"w-full p-10 product-details__links basis-full\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- loop through affiliate links: label\/link as buttons -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2536211\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F108367%2Fcamelbak-crux-2l-reservoir-2-liters\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"text-14px md:text-16px text-center btn-secondary uppercase !py-4 leading-tight\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trel=\"sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttitle=\"View at REI\">View at REI<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/CamelBak-1229001002-Crux-Reservoir-Blue\/dp\/B01LA5F9X6?tag=cleve05e-20\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"text-14px md:text-16px text-center btn-secondary uppercase !py-4 leading-tight\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trel=\"sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttitle=\"View at Amazon\">View at Amazon<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Row 2 -->\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__list --pro\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"pb-2 text-24px\">Pros<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- loop through pros -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Water doesn\u2019t taste like plastic<\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Water flows easily <\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Plastic handle makes it easy to fill <\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Affordable price for the features it includes <\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__list --con\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"pb-2 text-24px\">Cons<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- loop through cons -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Bulkier and heavier than other options <\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t<!-- Row 3 -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"md:col-span-2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Product Bottom Line -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__bottom-line p-7\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2536211\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F108367%2Fcamelbak-crux-2l-reservoir-2-liters\">CamelBak Crux<\/a> offers an excellent hydration experience at an affordable price, earning it our award for best value. The large plastic handle makes filling it easy, and it features essential components like a bite valve shutoff switch. Water flows smoothly through the bite valve, and it tastes quite fresh as well. Although it\u2019s not the fastest bladder to dry, the large twist cap opening allows for thorough cleaning inside.<\/p>\n<p>The Crux doesn\u2019t have as many bells and whistles as the Gregory 3D Hydro or the Osprey Hydraulics Reservoir, nor is it as lightweight and packable as the HydraPak Contour. However, at its price point, we still believe it\u2019s a great option for many hikers and backpackers.<\/p>\n<p><strong>More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/hiking\/camelbak-crux-review\/\">CamelBak Crux Hydration Bladder Full Review<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__badge\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/CH_HydrationPack_BB.svg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\n\n\r\n<div style=\"margin-block-start:0; scroll-margin-top: 5rem\" class=\"product-details__block md:pb-[1rem] wp-block-acf-product-detail\" id=\"Kureida\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 product-details__wrapper md:grid-cols-2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Row 1 -->\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"flex flex-wrap md:col-span-2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Featured Post Image -->\r\n\t\t\t\t<div\r\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"flex flex-col items-center justify-center w-full p-5 product_details__image basis-full xs:basis-2\/5 md:basis-1\/2 md:w-1\/2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<figure>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Osprey-Hydraulics.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Osprey-Hydraulics.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Osprey-Hydraulics-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Osprey-Hydraulics-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Osprey-Hydraulics-60x60.jpg 60w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Product title, intro and attributes -->\r\n\t\t\t\t<div\r\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"flex flex-col w-full p-5 product-details__overview basis-full xs:basis-3\/5 md:basis-1\/2 md:w-1\/2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"mb-5 tracking-tight text-32px\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\tOsprey Hydraulics Reservoir\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"mb-4 italic leading-6 text-18px\">Best bladder for overnight backpacking<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCleverHiker Rating:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.4\/5.0\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPrice:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$48\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWeight:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t6.4 oz.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDimensions:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t15.4&#8243; x 6.9&#8243; \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCapacities Available:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t2L, 3L\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Product Affiliate links -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"w-full p-10 product-details__links basis-full\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- loop through affiliate links: label\/link as buttons -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2536211\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F218582%2Fosprey-hydraulics-reservoir-2-liters\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"text-14px md:text-16px text-center btn-secondary uppercase !py-4 leading-tight\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trel=\"sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttitle=\"View at REI\">View at REI<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Row 2 -->\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__list --pro\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"pb-2 text-24px\">Pros<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- loop through pros -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Tons of smart features <\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Rigid back plate helps while loading it into full backpacks <\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Large slider opening makes it easy to clean <\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Affordable price for the features it includes <\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__list --con\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"pb-2 text-24px\">Cons<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- loop through cons -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">More expensive than others <\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Bulky and heavier than others <\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Retains distinct iodine flavor in the water <\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t<!-- Row 3 -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"md:col-span-2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Product Bottom Line -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__bottom-line p-7\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2536211\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F218582%2Fosprey-hydraulics-reservoir-2-liters\">Osprey Hydraulics Reservoir<\/a> is the only bladder we tested that features a rigid back plate. For backpackers carrying overnight packs, this added structure significantly aids in reloading the bladder after refilling it. The hose quick disconnect is also positioned near the top of the bladder, so you won\u2019t need to sift through your gear to reconnect the hose after a refill. The Hydraulics comes with several additional features, including a sternum strap magnet, a plastic handle for easy filling, and a bite valve shutoff switch.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This premium design comes at a cost; the Hydraulics Reservoir is one of the most expensive hydration bladders on the list, and the extra features add bulk and weight. The Hydraulics also had one of the most distinct iodine tastes of any that we tested, including our budget option.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re hoping to shed ounces and bulk, you may consider a different option from our list.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/hiking\/osprey-hydraulics-reservoir-review\/\">Osprey Hydraulics Reservoir Hydration Bladder Full Review<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\n\n\r\n<div style=\"margin-block-start:0; scroll-margin-top: 5rem\" class=\"product-details__block md:pb-[1rem] wp-block-acf-product-detail\" id=\"Hydra1\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 product-details__wrapper md:grid-cols-2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Row 1 -->\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"flex flex-wrap md:col-span-2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Featured Post Image -->\r\n\t\t\t\t<div\r\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"flex flex-col items-center justify-center w-full p-5 product_details__image basis-full xs:basis-2\/5 md:basis-1\/2 md:w-1\/2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<figure>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/HydraPak-HydraSleeve.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/HydraPak-HydraSleeve.png 700w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/HydraPak-HydraSleeve-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/HydraPak-HydraSleeve-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/HydraPak-HydraSleeve-60x60.png 60w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Product title, intro and attributes -->\r\n\t\t\t\t<div\r\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"flex flex-col w-full p-5 product-details__overview basis-full xs:basis-3\/5 md:basis-1\/2 md:w-1\/2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"mb-5 tracking-tight text-32px\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\tHydraPak HydraSleeve\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"mb-4 italic leading-6 text-18px\">Best hydration bladder for cold weather<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCleverHiker Rating:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.4\/5.0\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPrice:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$68\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWeight:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t10.8 oz.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDimensions:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t18&#8243; x 9&#8243; \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCapacities Available:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t3L\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Product Affiliate links -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"w-full p-10 product-details__links basis-full\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- loop through affiliate links: label\/link as buttons -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2536211\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F219759%2Fhydrapak-hydrasleeve-reservoir-3-liters\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"text-14px md:text-16px text-center btn-secondary uppercase !py-4 leading-tight\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trel=\"sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttitle=\"View at REI\">View at REI<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Row 2 -->\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__list --pro\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"pb-2 text-24px\">Pros<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- loop through pros -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Insulated sleeve prevents water from freezing or heating up<\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Comes with insulated hose<\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Durable sleeve protects bladder from wear and tear<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__list --con\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"pb-2 text-24px\">Cons<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- loop through cons -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Most expensive bladder on the list <\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Heavier and bulkier than all of the others <\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t<!-- Row 3 -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"md:col-span-2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Product Bottom Line -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__bottom-line p-7\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019re confident that the <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2536211\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F219759%2Fhydrapak-hydrasleeve-reservoir-3-liters\">HydraSleeve<\/a> is the only bladder on our list that features a hose that won\u2019t freeze in frigid temperatures. If you\u2019re snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, or ski touring, this insulated bladder will ensure that water keeps flowing as you move through the snow.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Compared to the HydraPak Contour, whose hose completely froze within an hour of snowshoeing in 15-degree temperatures, the HydraSleeve\u2019s insulated hose remained functional down to single digits during a ski tour in Jackson, Wyoming. If you\u2019re on a hot weather hike, the HydraSleeve will also keep your water refreshingly cool, especially if you toss in some ice cubes before heading out the door!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The HydraSleeve provides insulation through extra weight, bulk, and cost, making it a worthwhile investment only if you plan to recreate in significantly cold or hot weather. Based on our tests with the Contour, it seems that the hose is the most prone to freezing. If you want to stay hydrated in the cold but prefer to avoid the extra bulk, consider one of our bladders without a hose. Both the Platypus Play and the HydraPak Seeker are also unlikely to freeze, especially when stored inside your backpack. <\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\n\n\r\n<div style=\"margin-block-start:0; scroll-margin-top: 5rem\" class=\"product-details__block md:pb-[1rem] wp-block-acf-product-detail\" id=\"hoser\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 product-details__wrapper md:grid-cols-2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Row 1 -->\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"flex flex-wrap md:col-span-2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Featured Post Image -->\r\n\t\t\t\t<div\r\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"flex flex-col items-center justify-center w-full p-5 product_details__image basis-full xs:basis-2\/5 md:basis-1\/2 md:w-1\/2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<figure>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Platypus-Hoser.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Platypus-Hoser.png 700w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Platypus-Hoser-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Platypus-Hoser-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Platypus-Hoser-60x60.png 60w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Product title, intro and attributes -->\r\n\t\t\t\t<div\r\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"flex flex-col w-full p-5 product-details__overview basis-full xs:basis-3\/5 md:basis-1\/2 md:w-1\/2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"mb-5 tracking-tight text-32px\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\tPlatypus Hoser\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"mb-4 italic leading-6 text-18px\">Best water taste<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCleverHiker Rating:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.3\/5.0\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPrice:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$37\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWeight:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t3.8 oz.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDimensions:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t16.5&#8243; x 7&#8243; \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCapacities Available:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t1L, 1.8L, 2L, 3L\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Product Affiliate links -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"w-full p-10 product-details__links basis-full\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- loop through affiliate links: label\/link as buttons -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Platypus-Hands-Free-Hydration-Reservoir-2-Liter\/dp\/B07MDL7SDM\/?th=1&#038;tag=cleve05e-20\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"text-14px md:text-16px text-center btn-secondary uppercase !py-4 leading-tight\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trel=\"sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttitle=\"View at Amazon\">View at Amazon<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Row 2 -->\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__list --pro\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"pb-2 text-24px\">Pros<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- loop through pros -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Ultralight and packable<\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Taste free<\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Good flow rate  <\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Affordable price <\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__list --con\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"pb-2 text-24px\">Cons<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- loop through cons -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Minimal features <\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Lack of bite valve shutoff switch caused some leaking <\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Difficult to clean without special kit <\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t<!-- Row 3 -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"md:col-span-2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Product Bottom Line -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__bottom-line p-7\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Platypus-Hands-Free-Hydration-Reservoir-2-Liter\/dp\/B07MDL7SDM\/?th=1&amp;tag=cleve05e-20\">Hoser<\/a>, Platypus has succeeded in making a \u201ctaste-free\u201d bladder, which seems surprisingly difficult to accomplish. Almost all other reservoirs retained some plastic taste, even after being washed. Only one other Platypus product \u2013 the Platy \u2013 was similarly tasteless.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like the Platy, the Hoser is lightweight and minimalist, but it also features a hose and bite valve, whereas the Platy does not. While the Hoser\u2019s simple design has its advantages, it also comes with some drawbacks; lacking a shutoff switch on the bite valve, we experienced some leaking issues in our pack. Out of all the bladders we tested, it is also the most difficult to clean, due to its very small, twist-cap opening.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For ultralight backpackers who want to hydrate on the go and are ready to sacrifice some features to save weight, the Hoser is a great choice.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/hiking\/platypus-hoser-review\/\">Platypus Hoser Hydration Bladder Full Review<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\n\n\r\n<div style=\"margin-block-start:0; scroll-margin-top: 5rem\" class=\"product-details__block md:pb-[1rem] wp-block-acf-product-detail\" id=\"hydra2\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 product-details__wrapper md:grid-cols-2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Row 1 -->\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"flex flex-wrap md:col-span-2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Featured Post Image -->\r\n\t\t\t\t<div\r\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"flex flex-col items-center justify-center w-full p-5 product_details__image basis-full xs:basis-2\/5 md:basis-1\/2 md:w-1\/2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<figure>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/HydraPak-Seeker-Water-Bag_.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/HydraPak-Seeker-Water-Bag_.png 700w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/HydraPak-Seeker-Water-Bag_-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/HydraPak-Seeker-Water-Bag_-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/HydraPak-Seeker-Water-Bag_-60x60.png 60w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Product title, intro and attributes -->\r\n\t\t\t\t<div\r\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"flex flex-col w-full p-5 product-details__overview basis-full xs:basis-3\/5 md:basis-1\/2 md:w-1\/2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"mb-5 tracking-tight text-32px\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\tHydraPak Seeker Water Bag\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"mb-4 italic leading-6 text-18px\">Most durable hydration bladder<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCleverHiker Rating:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.2\/5.0\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPrice:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$25\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWeight:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t2.7 oz.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDimensions:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t12.5&#8243; x 5.1&#8243; \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCapacities Available:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t2L, 3L, 4L, 6L, 10L \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Product Affiliate links -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"w-full p-10 product-details__links basis-full\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- loop through affiliate links: label\/link as buttons -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2536211\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F190100%2Fhydrapak-seeker-2l-collapsible-water-container-70-fl-oz\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"text-14px md:text-16px text-center btn-secondary uppercase !py-4 leading-tight\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trel=\"sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttitle=\"View at REI\">View at REI<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Row 2 -->\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__list --pro\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"pb-2 text-24px\">Pros<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- loop through pros -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Durable<\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Lightweight and packable <\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Affordable price <\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__list --con\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"pb-2 text-24px\">Cons<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- loop through cons -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Retains rubbery taste<\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Hard to drink out of wide mouth opening <\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Dark color causes water to heat up quickly in the sun <\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t<!-- Row 3 -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"md:col-span-2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Product Bottom Line -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__bottom-line p-7\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want a lightweight bladder that is more durable than the Platy, the <a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2536211\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F190100%2Fhydrapak-seeker-2l-collapsible-water-container-70-fl-oz\">HydraPak Seeker<\/a> gets the job done. Without a hose and bite valve, it falls within the category of ultralight water bags. Unlike the Platy, it doesn\u2019t tend to fail at the seams easily, earning it our durability award. We\u2019ve tested the Seeker through multiple seasons of hiking and climbing, and so far, we haven\u2019t encountered any issues with leaks or tears.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We find the Seeker a bit more challenging to drink from than the Platy or VectoX. The large opening, combined with the flexible material, has led us to spill water on ourselves more times than we\u2019d care to admit. Additionally, it doesn\u2019t taste as fresh as either of the other ultralight, minimalist options.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite these drawbacks, the HydraPak Seeker water bag is an option that will stand the test of time. Climbers and ultralight backpackers who don\u2019t want to keep replacing their ultralight hydration system will appreciate the HydraPak Seeker.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/hiking\/hydrapak-seeker-water-bag-review\/\">HydraPak Seeker Water Bag Full Review<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\n\n\r\n<div style=\"margin-block-start:0; scroll-margin-top: 4rem\" class=\"product-details__block --badged md:pb-[1rem] wp-block-acf-product-detail\" id=\"cher\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"grid grid-cols-1 product-details__wrapper md:grid-cols-2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Row 1 -->\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"flex flex-wrap md:col-span-2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Featured Post Image -->\r\n\t\t\t\t<div\r\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"flex flex-col items-center justify-center w-full p-5 product_details__image basis-full xs:basis-2\/5 md:basis-1\/2 md:w-1\/2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<figure>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Cherainti-Hydration-Bladder.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Cherainti-Hydration-Bladder.png 700w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Cherainti-Hydration-Bladder-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Cherainti-Hydration-Bladder-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Cherainti-Hydration-Bladder-60x60.png 60w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Product title, intro and attributes -->\r\n\t\t\t\t<div\r\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"flex flex-col w-full p-5 product-details__overview basis-full xs:basis-3\/5 md:basis-1\/2 md:w-1\/2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"mb-5 tracking-tight text-32px\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\tCherainti Hydration Bladder\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"mb-4 italic leading-6 text-18px\">Best budget hydration bladder<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCleverHiker Rating:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.0\/5.0\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPrice:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$13\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWeight:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t5.13 oz.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDimensions:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t14.2&#8243; x 6.8&#8243; \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"leading-8 text-16px text-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"font-bold\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCapacities Available:\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t1.5L, 2L, 3L \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<!-- Product Affiliate links -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"w-full p-10 product-details__links basis-full\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- loop through affiliate links: label\/link as buttons -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B071DQSZB8?th=1&#038;tag=cleve05e-20\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"text-14px md:text-16px text-center btn-secondary uppercase !py-4 leading-tight\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trel=\"sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttitle=\"View at Amazon\">View at Amazon<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Row 2 -->\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__list --pro\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"pb-2 text-24px\">Pros<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- loop through pros -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Affordable<\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Includes bite-valve cover <\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__list --con\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"pb-2 text-24px\">Cons<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- loop through cons -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Significant plastic taste after washing<\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">Dark color causes water to warm up more quickly <\/li><li class=\"text-16px text-arsenic\">On-off valve is hard to use<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t<!-- Row 3 -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"md:col-span-2\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<!-- Product Bottom Line -->\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__bottom-line p-7\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We were curious to test the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B071DQSZB8?th=1&amp;tag=cleve05e-20\">Cherainti Hydration Bladder<\/a> after noticing it had over 20,000 reviews on Amazon and a 4.5-star average. It\u2019s also significantly cheaper than any other bladder we tested, including those without hydration hoses.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even at its low price, the Cherainti Bladder performed quite well; we didn\u2019t notice many significant drawbacks during our field testing. Its features are limited, yet it includes a functional hose and a bite valve with a cover. The bite valve shutoff mechanism doesn\u2019t seem as secure as the lever found on other models. We have concerns about potential leaking, but so far it hasn\u2019t soaked our gear. Our biggest complaint is likely the plastic taste, but some of the more expensive options actually taste worse.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re just starting out with backpacking and feeling overwhelmed by pricey gear, the Cherainti Bladder is a great budget option. Plus, it even comes with a free camo-patterned buff!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/hiking\/cherainti-hydration-bladder-review\/\">Cherainti Hydration Bladder Full Review<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"product-details__badge\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/CH_HydrationPack_BB.svg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Glacier-23-031-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A backpacker using the HydraPak Contour hydration reservoir with the Deuter Aircontact Core 65+10 SL\" class=\"wp-image-24570\" style=\"width:800px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Glacier-23-031-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Glacier-23-031-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Glacier-23-031-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Glacier-23-031.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">HydraPak Contour &#8211; Photo credit: HEATHER ELDRIDGE (CleverHiker.com)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\r\n<section style=\"margin-block-start: 1rem;\" class=\"product-comparison-table__block alignfull-mobile alignfull-desktop align wp-block-acf-product-comparison-table-v2\" id=\"comparison-table\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"product-comparison-table__heading\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Product Comparison Table<\/h2>\n\n<\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t<div id=\"tableContainer\" class=\"w-full overflow-x-auto product-comparison-table__wrapper\">\r\n\r\n\t\t\t<table class=\"w-full border border-collapse table-auto border-arsenic sortable desc\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<thead>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<tr>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<th id=\"defaultSort\" class=\"hidden border default-sort border-arsenic\">oSort<\/th>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<th id=\"productTitle\" class=\"text-left border border-arsenic\">Product<\/th>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<th class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPrice\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/th>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<th class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWeight\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/th>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<th class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDimensions\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/th>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<th class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCapacities Available\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/th>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<th class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPackability\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/th>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<th class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTaste\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/th>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<th class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tEase of Use\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/th>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<th class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tEase of Cleaning\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/th>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<th class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDurability\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/th>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/thead>\r\n\t\t\t\t<tbody>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td class=\"hidden border default-sort border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t0\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td class=\"border border-arsenic\" data-sort=\"HydraPak Contour\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"flex whitespace-nowrap\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"flex-auto pr-3\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHydraPak Contour<br>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/HydraPak-Water-Reservoir-1-5L-Reversible\/dp\/B0BRBRBXV9?th=1&#038;tag=cleve05e-20\" class=\"btn !btn-primary !text-[12px] !py-1 !pr-2\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trel=\"sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"View at Amazon\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tView at Amazon\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/hydrapak.com\/products\/contour%E2%84%A2-2l-reservoir?variant=44186013630697\" class=\"btn !btn-primary !text-[12px] !py-1 !pr-2\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trel=\"sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"View at HydraPak\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tView at HydraPak\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"flex items-center justify-start flex-initial\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img class=\"w-[48px] aspect-square\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/themes\/clever-hiker\/assets\/images\/badge--editors-pick.svg\" alt=\"Editor's Pick\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" title=\"Editor's Pick\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td data-sort=\"43\" class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$43\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td data-sort=\"5\" class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t5 oz.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t14.6&#8243; x 7.5&#8243;\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t1.5L (lumbar), 2L, 3L \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.6\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.2\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.7\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.6\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.4\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td class=\"hidden border default-sort border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t1\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td class=\"border border-arsenic\" data-sort=\"Platypus Platy\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"flex whitespace-nowrap\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"flex-auto pr-3\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPlatypus Platy<br>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2536211\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F820769%2Fplatypus-platy-water-bottle-70-fl-oz\" class=\"btn !btn-primary !text-[12px] !py-1 !pr-2\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trel=\"sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"View at REI\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tView at REI\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Platypus-Platy-2-Liter-Flexible-Bottle\/dp\/B0BX4YQ8C5?tag=cleve05e-20\" class=\"btn !btn-primary !text-[12px] !py-1 !pr-2\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trel=\"sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"View at Amazon\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tView at Amazon\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"flex items-center justify-start flex-initial\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img class=\"w-[48px] aspect-square\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/themes\/clever-hiker\/assets\/images\/badge--editors-pick.svg\" alt=\"Editor's Pick\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" title=\"Editor's Pick\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td data-sort=\"19\" class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$19\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td data-sort=\"0.3\" class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t0.3 oz.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t13.8&#8243; x 7.5&#8243; \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t2L\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.8\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.8\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.2\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t3.9\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t3.9\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td class=\"hidden border default-sort border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t2\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td class=\"border border-arsenic\" data-sort=\"Gregory 3D Hydro\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"flex whitespace-nowrap\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"flex-auto pr-3\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGregory 3D Hydro<br>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2536211\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F218027%2Fgregory-3d-hydro-hydration-reservoir-2-liters\" class=\"btn !btn-primary !text-[12px] !py-1 !pr-2\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trel=\"sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"View at REI\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tView at REI\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/redirect.viglink.com\/?key=5b911ae260a17f173a4b2a6eb6a59025&#038;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.backcountry.com%2Fb%2Fgregory-3d-hydro-3l-reservoir\" class=\"btn !btn-primary !text-[12px] !py-1 !pr-2\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trel=\"sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"View at Backcountry\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tView at Backcountry\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"flex items-center justify-start flex-initial\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td data-sort=\"50\" class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$50\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td data-sort=\"6.5\" class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t6.5 oz.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t14.5&#8243; x 7&#8243; \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t2L, 3L\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.0\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t3.8\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.7\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.0\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.4\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td class=\"hidden border default-sort border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t3\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td class=\"border border-arsenic\" data-sort=\"CNOC Outdoors VectoX\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"flex whitespace-nowrap\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"flex-auto pr-3\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCNOC Outdoors VectoX<br>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Cnoc-Outdoors-Container-Thread-Orange\/dp\/B07RSF2WT6?th=1&#038;psc=1&#038;tag=cleve05e-20\" class=\"btn !btn-primary !text-[12px] !py-1 !pr-2\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trel=\"sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"View at Amazon\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tView at Amazon\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.avantlink.com\/click.php?tt=cl&#038;mi=13757&#038;pw=180150&#038;ctc=&#038;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.garagegrowngear.com%2Fproducts%2F2l-vecto-water-container-by-cnoc-outdoors\" class=\"btn !btn-primary !text-[12px] !py-1 !pr-2\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trel=\"sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"View at Garage Grown Gear\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tView at Garage Grown Gear\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"flex items-center justify-start flex-initial\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img class=\"w-[48px] aspect-square\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/themes\/clever-hiker\/assets\/images\/badge--editors-pick.svg\" alt=\"Editor's Pick\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" title=\"Editor's Pick\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td data-sort=\"26\" class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$26\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td data-sort=\"3.25\" class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t3.25 oz.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t13.5&#8243; x 7&#8243;\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t2L, 3L\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.6\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.5\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.0\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.8\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.3\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td class=\"hidden border default-sort border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td class=\"border border-arsenic\" data-sort=\"CamelBak Crux\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"flex whitespace-nowrap\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"flex-auto pr-3\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCamelBak Crux<br>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2536211\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F108367%2Fcamelbak-crux-2l-reservoir-2-liters\" class=\"btn !btn-primary !text-[12px] !py-1 !pr-2\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trel=\"sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"View at REI\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tView at REI\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/CamelBak-1229001002-Crux-Reservoir-Blue\/dp\/B01LA5F9X6?tag=cleve05e-20\" class=\"btn !btn-primary !text-[12px] !py-1 !pr-2\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trel=\"sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"View at Amazon\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tView at Amazon\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"flex items-center justify-start flex-initial\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img class=\"w-[48px] aspect-square\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/themes\/clever-hiker\/assets\/images\/badge--budget-buy.svg\" alt=\"Budget Buy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" title=\"Budget Buy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td data-sort=\"40\" class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$40\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td data-sort=\"7\" class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t7 oz.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t15&#8243; x 7.5&#8243;\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t1.5L, 2L, 3L \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.0\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.6\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.4\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.3\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.3\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td class=\"hidden border default-sort border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t5\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td class=\"border border-arsenic\" data-sort=\"Osprey Hydraulics Reservoir\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"flex whitespace-nowrap\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"flex-auto pr-3\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tOsprey Hydraulics Reservoir<br>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2536211\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F218582%2Fosprey-hydraulics-reservoir-2-liters\" class=\"btn !btn-primary !text-[12px] !py-1 !pr-2\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trel=\"sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"View at REI\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tView at REI\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"flex items-center justify-start flex-initial\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td data-sort=\"48\" class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$48\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td data-sort=\"6.4\" class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t6.4 oz.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t15.4&#8243; x 6.9&#8243; \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t2L, 3L\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t3.8\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t3.8\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.8\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.0\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.4\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td class=\"hidden border default-sort border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t6\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td class=\"border border-arsenic\" data-sort=\"HydraPak HydraSleeve\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"flex whitespace-nowrap\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"flex-auto pr-3\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHydraPak HydraSleeve<br>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2536211\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F219759%2Fhydrapak-hydrasleeve-reservoir-3-liters\" class=\"btn !btn-primary !text-[12px] !py-1 !pr-2\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trel=\"sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"View at REI\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tView at REI\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"flex items-center justify-start flex-initial\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td data-sort=\"68\" class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$68\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td data-sort=\"10.8\" class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t10.8 oz.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t18&#8243; x 9&#8243; \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t3L\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t3.8\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.2\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.5\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.6\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.8\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td class=\"hidden border default-sort border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t7\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td class=\"border border-arsenic\" data-sort=\"Platypus Hoser\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"flex whitespace-nowrap\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"flex-auto pr-3\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPlatypus Hoser<br>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Platypus-Hands-Free-Hydration-Reservoir-2-Liter\/dp\/B07MDL7SDM\/?th=1&#038;tag=cleve05e-20\" class=\"btn !btn-primary !text-[12px] !py-1 !pr-2\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trel=\"sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"View at Amazon\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tView at Amazon\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"flex items-center justify-start flex-initial\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td data-sort=\"37\" class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$37\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td data-sort=\"3.8\" class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t3.8 oz.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t16.5&#8243; x 7&#8243; \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t1L, 1.8L, 2L, 3L\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.6\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.8\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.0\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t3.8\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.0\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td class=\"hidden border default-sort border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t8\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td class=\"border border-arsenic\" data-sort=\"HydraPak Seeker Water Bag\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"flex whitespace-nowrap\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"flex-auto pr-3\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHydraPak Seeker Water Bag<br>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/rei.pxf.io\/c\/2536211\/1448521\/17195?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rei.com%2Fproduct%2F190100%2Fhydrapak-seeker-2l-collapsible-water-container-70-fl-oz\" class=\"btn !btn-primary !text-[12px] !py-1 !pr-2\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trel=\"sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"View at REI\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tView at REI\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"flex items-center justify-start flex-initial\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td data-sort=\"25\" class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$25\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td data-sort=\"2.7\" class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t2.7 oz.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t12.5&#8243; x 5.1&#8243; \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t2L, 3L, 4L, 6L, 10L \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.6\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.0\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.0\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t3.8\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.5\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td class=\"hidden border default-sort border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t9\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td class=\"border border-arsenic\" data-sort=\"Cherainti Hydration Bladder\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"flex whitespace-nowrap\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"flex-auto pr-3\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCherainti Hydration Bladder<br>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B071DQSZB8?th=1&#038;tag=cleve05e-20\" class=\"btn !btn-primary !text-[12px] !py-1 !pr-2\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\trel=\"sponsored nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"View at Amazon\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tView at Amazon\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"flex items-center justify-start flex-initial\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img class=\"w-[48px] aspect-square\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/themes\/clever-hiker\/assets\/images\/badge--budget-buy.svg\" alt=\"Budget Buy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\" title=\"Budget Buy\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td data-sort=\"13\" class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t$13\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td data-sort=\"5.13\" class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t5.13 oz.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t14.2&#8243; x 6.8&#8243; \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t1.5L, 2L, 3L \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.0\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t3.8\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.0\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.3\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td  class=\"border border-arsenic\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t4.2\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tbody>\r\n\t\t\t\t<caption class=\"table-caption p-2 pb-4 text-left text-14px w-full max-w-[100vw]\"><div class=\"flex flex-row items-center\">\t\t\t\t<div class=\"flex-initial mr-3 basis-auto\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<button id=\"resetSort\" class=\"reset-sort btn btn-secondary !py-1 !px-3\">Reset Sort<\/button>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"flex-auto px-2 basis-auto\"><p>Scores for each characteristic (i.e. weight &#038; packability, taste, ease of use, ease of cleaning, durability) are rated on a 5-point score as follows: 4.8 or higher = Exceptional; 4.5-4.7 = Very good; 4.2-4.4 = Good; 3.9-4.1 = Average; 3.6-3.8 = Slightly below average; Less than 3.5 = Notably below average<\/p>\n<\/div><\/caption>\t\t\t<\/table>\r\n\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"flex items-center justify-end w-full product-comparison-table__footer\">\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"flex items-center justify-center product-comparison-table__footer__nav\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<button\r\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"flex items-center justify-center product-comparison-table__footer__nav__button --prev scroll-left\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<use xlink:href=\"#svg-arrow-right\"><\/use>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/svg>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\r\n\t\t\t\t<button\r\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"flex items-center justify-center product-comparison-table__footer__nav__button --next scroll-right\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<use xlink:href=\"#svg-arrow-right\"><\/use>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/svg>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t<\/section>\r\n\r\n<script>\r\n\tvar resetClicked = false;\r\n\r\n\t\/\/ When the Reset Table button is clicked, use sortable to reset to the oSort column.\r\n\tdocument.querySelector('#resetSort').addEventListener('click', function() {\r\n\t\t\/\/ If reset has been clicked, do nothing\r\n\t\tif (resetClicked) {\r\n\t\t\treturn;\r\n\t\t}\r\n\r\n\t\t\/\/ Get the defaultSort element and click it to reset sort to the original load order.\r\n\t\tconst el = document.getElementById('defaultSort')\r\n\t\tif (el) {\r\n\t\t\tel.click();\r\n\t\t\tresetClicked = true;\r\n\t\t}\r\n\t});\r\n\r\n\t\/\/ Add event listener to all sortable headers to reset the resetClicked flag\r\n\tvar headers = document.querySelectorAll('.sortable th');\r\n\theaders.forEach(function(header) {\r\n\t\theader.addEventListener('click', function() {\r\n\t\t\tresetClicked = false;\r\n\t\t});\r\n\t});\r\n<\/script>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_0521-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Close up image of hiker loading the HydraPak Contour bladder into a backpack. The backpack doesn't have a hydration sleeve or suspension strap, so the bladder just flops in the bottom.\" class=\"wp-image-42413\" style=\"width:800px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_0521-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_0521-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_0521-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_0521-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_0521-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_0521-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Not all backpacks have convenient hydration sleeves or suspension straps &#8211; be sure to check compatibility. Photo credit: Katie Griffith<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group contained-content has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-font-32-px-font-size\" id=\"how\">How We Test<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We analyzed weight and packability, ease of use, ease of cleaning, taste, and durability. Through comparative tests and extensive field use, we scored each bladder based on its performance in these categories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-montserrat-font-family has-font-18-px-font-size\" id=\"h-weight-amp-packability\"><strong>WEIGHT &amp; PACKABILITY<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As backpackers, we typically carry all of our overnight essentials on our backs, so lightweight gear can make the experience much more enjoyable.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We measured each bladder on a scale to cross-reference the weight listed on the manufacturer\u2019s site. When evaluating this category, we awarded high marks for the absolute lightest weight but also gave points to products that managed to incorporate features while maintaining a low weight.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To assess packability, we measured the minimum packed size of each product. First, we rolled each bladder into the smallest package possible and secured it with rubber bands. Next, we measured its length, width, and height to evaluate its packability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-montserrat-font-family has-font-18-px-font-size\" id=\"h-taste\"><strong>TASTE<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the bladders we tested were virtually taste-free right out of the package, while others retained a strong iodine or rubbery taste even after being thoroughly washed. After scrubbing and drying each bladder, we conducted a side-by-side taste test to compare the flavors. We also checked the materials and ensured we only included products that were guaranteed to be BPA-free.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group contained-content has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-montserrat-font-family has-font-18-px-font-size\" id=\"h-ease-of-use\"><strong>EASE OF USE<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To measure ease of use, we examined how the features of each bladder affected our user experience in the field. We also conducted a few comparative tests to evaluate the flow rate from the bite valve and the ease of filling.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Smart features can enhance the user experience, but it\u2019s important to know which ones you value most. The products we tested range from minimalist water bags to hydration bladders equipped with various additional features. Some features to consider include a hose and bite valve, a shutoff switch for the bite valve, a sternum strap magnet, a sliding closure or twist cap, a quick disconnect for the hose, and a handle for easy filling.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some bladders include structural elements such as internal baffles or rigid back plates. Internal baffles can help prevent water from sloshing around during high-impact activities like trail running. A rigid back plate helps maintain the bladder\u2019s shape and makes it easier to load into a fully packed backpack. More features don\u2019t always equate to better; they come with the costs of weight, bulk, and sometimes expense.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To assess the flow rate from the bite valve, we conducted a gravity test. Holding each bladder in the air, we pinched the valve and measured the amount of water that flowed into a cup in ten seconds. The results generally indicate how easily water flows through the hose when sucking on the bite valve.&nbsp;We also wanted to assess how easy it would be to fill each bladder in the field without a sink. Since our testing primarily took place during the winter in the desert, we simulated a shallow body of water using a bathtub. By filling the tub up to six inches<strong>,<\/strong> we evaluated how close to maximum capacity we could fill each bladder without using a hard-sided water bottle.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_4128-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of a hiker holding the Platy and twisting the small cap back on.\" class=\"wp-image-42450\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/2;object-fit:cover;width:800px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_4128-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_4128-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_4128-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_4128-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_4128-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The small opening and more rigid plastic makes it easier to drink out of the Platy. Photo credit: Katie Griffith <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group contained-content has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-montserrat-font-family has-font-18-px-font-size\" id=\"h-ease-of-cleaning\"><strong>EASE OF CLEANING<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The design of each hydration bladder significantly affects how easy it is to clean and dry. Generally, bladders that close with a plastic slider are easier to scrub thoroughly than those with a twist cap. The wide opening allows you to fit a hand or sponge inside.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To evaluate this category, we tested which bladders were easy to clean with a kitchen sponge, which were dishwasher safe, and which required special cleaning kits for thorough washing. After scrubbing them as best we could, we hung the bladders outside in the sun and timed how quickly they dried.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group contained-content has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-montserrat-font-family has-font-18-px-font-size\" id=\"h-durability\"><strong><strong>DURABILITY<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While true durability requires multiple seasons of testing, we could evaluate any leaks or durability issues during our test period. Each bladder was taken on a minimum of three hikes, runs, snowshoe trips, or ski tours, with notes on any spills or leaks in our packs. We also used each bladder for a day of rock climbing, stuffing them into a backpack filled with metal climbing gear. Testing products in the desert exposes us to spiky plants, rough rock, and varying conditions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_4137-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"A hiker drinks from the CNOC VectoX water container, using two hands to hold it. The granite rock formations of Joshua Tree National Park are in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-42356\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover;width:800px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_4137-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_4137-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_4137-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_4137-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_4137-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_4137-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">It&#8217;s possible to drink right from the CNOC VectoX, but you have to use two hands and pour slowly. Photo credit: Katie Griffith <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group contained-content has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left has-font-32-px-font-size\" id=\"whytrust\">Why Trust Cleverhiker<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Gear Analyst <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/author\/katie-griffith\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Katie Griffith<\/a> has been a professional outdoor educator and guide for fourteen years. She has led dozens of multi-week backpacking and canoeing trips in Minnesota and the Rocky Mountains. Additionally, she has guided glaciated peaks in the Cascades and currently works year-round as a rock and alpine climbing guide. She is an AMGA Assistant Rock Guide, Apprentice Alpine Guide, and Certified Single Pitch Instructor, as well as a Wilderness First Responder and a Leave No Trace Trainer.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The more time she spends recreating and working outdoors, the more Katie appreciates well-made products. Spending over 175 days in the field each year, Katie puts all of her gear through the ringer. She knows firsthand that reliable products not only make outdoor experiences more enjoyable, but they can also help manage risk when things go south. Gear that stands the test of time contributes to the sustainability of the outdoor recreation industry as well. She cares about protecting the natural places she loves, so sustainably sourced materials and durable products are her top priorities.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group contained-content has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left has-font-32-px-font-size\" id=\"analysis\">Analysis &amp; Results<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-montserrat-font-family has-font-18-px-font-size\" id=\"h-value\"><strong><strong>VALUE<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When we consider value, we\u2019re looking for the hydration bladder that provides the best experience at the lowest price. The <strong>Camelbak Crux<\/strong> features a variety of useful elements, is easy to clean, and does not have a plastic taste. It achieves all of this at a relatively low cost, making it our choice for best value. The <strong>Cherainti Bladder<\/strong> is a solid budget option for those looking for the cheapest price, but we believe the Crux justifies the additional investment.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Hoser<\/strong> is another noteworthy option in the budget category, particularly for recreationalists looking to reduce both weight and costs. It\u2019s priced similarly to the Crux but nearly halves the weight. The Hoser achieves this lightweight design by simplifying its features, resulting in trade-offs for the user experience.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"sheets-chart-block\" data-block-id=\"d1df0013-3c0c-452b-9e6b-76f9d9defb7a\" data-chart-type=\"scatter\" data-sheet-title=\"Value (Price vs. Overall Score)\" data-sheet-id=\"1O1I5f1eBaEuAvAYmiMymwBKCOezV80jDKB9OGQ6RRHQ\" data-label=\"A2:A13\" data-stats=\"O2:O13\" data-overlay=\"\" data-overlays=\"[&quot;B2:B13&quot;,&quot;A2:A11&quot;]\" data-bar-color=\"#529ECC\" data-x-axis-label=\"Overall Score\" data-y-axis-label=\"Price\" data-trendline-label=\"Trendline (below=better value)\" data-x-axis-data=\"M2:M11\" data-y-axis-data=\"C2:C11\" data-sort-order=\"default\" data-editors-pick-text=\"\" data-editors-pick-image=\"\" data-budget-buy-text=\"\" data-budget-buy-image=\"\" data-axis-prepend-symbol=\"$\" data-axis-symbol-selection=\"y\"><div class=\"sheets-chart-canvas-wrap\" style=\"height:420px;max-width:800px\"><canvas class=\"sheets-chart-canvas\"><\/canvas><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group contained-content has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-montserrat-font-family has-font-18-px-font-size\" id=\"h-weight-amp-packability-nbsp\"><strong><strong><strong>WEIGHT &amp; PACKABILITY&nbsp;<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are clear winners for the absolute lightest weight and smallest packed size; minimalist products like the <strong>Platy<\/strong> or <strong>HydraPak Seeker<\/strong> are the top choices for anyone looking to cut down on weight as much as possible. Both of these hydration bags feature minimalist designs, comprising little more than a twist cap and a reservoir.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s also worth acknowledging designs that efficiently incorporate features while keeping weight down. The <strong>HydraPakContour<\/strong> manages to stay under six ounces while offering a wide array of features, which is why it won the prize for best overall. The stripped-down <strong>Platypus Hoser<\/strong> includes a reservoir, hose, and bite valve, while achieving a weight that\u2019s just under four ounces. Neither the Hoser nor the Contour contains many bulky plastic parts, so both are also quite packable.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"sheets-chart-block\" data-block-id=\"eb5257d1-25b8-43b4-b1a2-635cb517d15a\" data-chart-type=\"bar\" data-sheet-title=\"Weight (ounces)\" data-sheet-id=\"1O1I5f1eBaEuAvAYmiMymwBKCOezV80jDKB9OGQ6RRHQ\" data-label=\"A2:A11\" data-stats=\"D2:D11\" data-overlay=\"\" data-overlays=\"[&quot;&quot;]\" data-bar-color=\"#6fcfc0\" data-x-axis-label=\"\" data-y-axis-label=\"\" data-trendline-label=\"\" data-x-axis-data=\"\" data-y-axis-data=\"\" data-sort-order=\"value-low-high\" data-editors-pick-text=\"\" data-editors-pick-image=\"\" data-budget-buy-text=\"\" data-budget-buy-image=\"\" data-axis-prepend-symbol=\"\" data-axis-symbol-selection=\"\"><div class=\"sheets-chart-canvas-wrap\" style=\"height:420px;max-width:800px\"><canvas class=\"sheets-chart-canvas\"><\/canvas><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_4501-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Close up of a hiker loading the Platypus Hoser into the hydration sleeve of a small yellow day pack\" class=\"wp-image-42332\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/2;object-fit:cover;width:800px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_4501-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_4501-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_4501-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_4501-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_4501-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_4501-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Without much structure of its own, the Hoser stays in place better in a hydration sleeve. Photo credit: Katie Griffith<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"sheets-chart-block\" data-block-id=\"fd3f4f95-5d87-4afc-b44b-c73b34594603\" data-chart-type=\"bar\" data-sheet-title=\"Packability Rating\" data-sheet-id=\"1O1I5f1eBaEuAvAYmiMymwBKCOezV80jDKB9OGQ6RRHQ\" data-label=\"A2:A11\" data-stats=\"H2:H11\" data-overlay=\"\" data-overlays=\"[&quot;B2:B11&quot;]\" data-bar-color=\"#529ECC\" data-x-axis-label=\"\" data-y-axis-label=\"\" data-trendline-label=\"\" data-x-axis-data=\"\" data-y-axis-data=\"\" data-sort-order=\"value-high-low\" data-editors-pick-text=\"\" data-editors-pick-image=\"\" data-budget-buy-text=\"\" data-budget-buy-image=\"\" data-axis-prepend-symbol=\"\" data-axis-symbol-selection=\"\"><div class=\"sheets-chart-canvas-wrap\" style=\"height:420px;max-width:800px\"><canvas class=\"sheets-chart-canvas\"><\/canvas><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group contained-content has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-montserrat-font-family has-font-18-px-font-size\" id=\"h-taste-0\"><strong><strong><strong>TASTE<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Among the worst-tasting hydration bladders were also the most expensive. The <strong>Gregory 3D Hydro<\/strong> and the <strong>Osprey Hydraulics Reservoir<\/strong> both retained a distinct iodine flavor, even after thorough cleaning.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Cherainti Bladder<\/strong> had a rubbery taste, and all of the <strong>HydraPak reservoirs<\/strong> held onto a slight plastic flavor.&nbsp;After cleaning, the <strong>Camelbak Crux<\/strong> and <strong>VectoX<\/strong> had very little flavor, while the <strong>Platy<\/strong> and the <strong>Hoser<\/strong> actually lived up to Platypus\u2019s \u201ctaste-free\u201d claim, even right out of the package.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"sheets-chart-block\" data-block-id=\"1873ebac-fe77-4043-afda-3727ad97d629\" data-chart-type=\"bar\" data-sheet-title=\"Taste Rating\" data-sheet-id=\"1O1I5f1eBaEuAvAYmiMymwBKCOezV80jDKB9OGQ6RRHQ\" data-label=\"A2:A11\" data-stats=\"I2:I11\" data-overlay=\"B2:B13\" data-overlays=\"[&quot;B2:B13&quot;]\" data-bar-color=\"#529ECC\" data-x-axis-label=\"\" data-y-axis-label=\"\" data-trendline-label=\"\" data-x-axis-data=\"\" data-y-axis-data=\"\" data-sort-order=\"value-high-low\" data-editors-pick-text=\"\" data-editors-pick-image=\"\" data-budget-buy-text=\"\" data-budget-buy-image=\"\" data-axis-prepend-symbol=\"\" data-axis-symbol-selection=\"\"><div class=\"sheets-chart-canvas-wrap\" style=\"height:420px;max-width:800px\"><canvas class=\"sheets-chart-canvas\"><\/canvas><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group contained-content has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-montserrat-font-family has-font-18-px-font-size\" id=\"h-ease-of-use-0\"><strong><strong>EASE OF USE<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The two most feature-rich bladders on our list are the <strong>Osprey Hydraulics Reservoir<\/strong> and the<strong> Gregory 3D Hydro<\/strong>. Both come with a rigid handle for filling the bladder, a sternum strap magnet to prevent the hose from flopping around, and a bite valve shutoff switch. The Gregory 3D Hydro also features a hook for hanging the bladder while it dries. The Osprey Hydraulics Reservoir is the only bladder with a rigid back plate, making it easier to load into a fully packed overnight backpack.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During our field testing, the most crucial feature turned out to be a bite valve shutoff switch. The <strong>Platypus Hoser<\/strong> was the only bladder without one, leading to leaks all over a down jacket in our backpack. While the other features were nice, they didn\u2019t significantly influence our experience. We observed that the sternum strap magnets attracted a lot of sand during our testing in the desert, which reduced their effectiveness.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During our flow test, we found that the <strong>Platypus Hoser<\/strong> and the <strong>CamelBak Crux<\/strong> had the highest flow rates, filling 1.5 cups and 1.25 cups in ten seconds, respectively. These two bladders also provided the best overall drinking experience, as they both tasted better than the other bladders. Conversely, the <strong>Cherainti Bladder<\/strong> had the lowest flow rate at 0.4 cups in ten seconds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The results of our fill test show that the bladders with the smallest openings were the most difficult to fill. The <strong>Platypus Hoser<\/strong> was the trickiest overall; we barely managed to fill it to half a liter. We could only get about a liter into the <strong>Platy<\/strong> and the <strong>Seeker<\/strong>. We recommend bringing a hard-sided water bottle to assist with filling these on an overnight trip. We successfully filled most of the other bladders to capacity by dunking them underwater.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"sheets-chart-block\" data-block-id=\"a5f1f85a-6f0c-4822-89ed-7766f21d391b\" data-chart-type=\"bar\" data-sheet-title=\"Ease of Use Rating\" data-sheet-id=\"1O1I5f1eBaEuAvAYmiMymwBKCOezV80jDKB9OGQ6RRHQ\" data-label=\"A2:A11\" data-stats=\"J2:J11\" data-overlay=\"B2:B13\" data-overlays=\"[&quot;B2:B13&quot;]\" data-bar-color=\"#529ECC\" data-x-axis-label=\"\" data-y-axis-label=\"\" data-trendline-label=\"\" data-x-axis-data=\"\" data-y-axis-data=\"\" data-sort-order=\"value-high-low\" data-editors-pick-text=\"\" data-editors-pick-image=\"\" data-budget-buy-text=\"\" data-budget-buy-image=\"\" data-axis-prepend-symbol=\"\" data-axis-symbol-selection=\"\"><div class=\"sheets-chart-canvas-wrap\" style=\"height:420px;max-width:800px\"><canvas class=\"sheets-chart-canvas\"><\/canvas><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group contained-content has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-montserrat-font-family has-font-18-px-font-size\" id=\"h-ease-of-cleaning-0\"><strong><strong>EASE OF CLEANING<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The hydration bladders with sliding closures are generally the easiest to clean and dry. Thanks to the wide opening, most of these bladders can be turned inside out, making it simple to thoroughly scrub the interior. This also aids in quick drying, reducing the chance of mold buildup. The <strong>VectoX<\/strong> stands out in this category; after being turned inside out and hung up, it was completely dry within twenty minutes. The <strong>HydraPak HydraSleeve<\/strong> and <strong>Contour<\/strong> were also quite fast to dry, taking 30 minutes and an hour, respectively.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Osprey Hydraulics<\/strong> is an exception; even though it has a sliding closure, its rigid back plate makes it impossible to turn inside out. Our main tester was able to fit her hand inside the bladder to clean it out, but she has smaller-than-average hands. The bladders with twist caps were a mixed bag. Some, like the <strong>CamelBak Crux<\/strong> and the <strong>Cherainti Bladders<\/strong>, have larger openings and are easy to clean. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Gregory 3D Hydro<\/strong> has a small opening, making it harder to scrub the inside without special tools. These also dried slowly, with most taking over seven hours to be completely moisture-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The hardest bladders to clean and dry were those with the smallest twist-cap openings, like the <strong>Platypus Platy<\/strong> and the <strong>Hoser<\/strong>. Fortunately, Platypus offers a special cleaning kit with a long brush to scrub hard-to-reach areas. The Platy is also one of the few bladders we tested that is dishwasher safe.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"sheets-chart-block\" data-block-id=\"94081a3d-409c-4196-a3ec-541c51dc05da\" data-chart-type=\"bar\" data-sheet-title=\"Ease of Cleaning\" data-sheet-id=\"1O1I5f1eBaEuAvAYmiMymwBKCOezV80jDKB9OGQ6RRHQ\" data-label=\"A2:A11\" data-stats=\"K2:K11\" data-overlay=\"\" data-overlays=\"[&quot;&quot;]\" data-bar-color=\"#529ECC\" data-x-axis-label=\"\" data-y-axis-label=\"\" data-trendline-label=\"\" data-x-axis-data=\"\" data-y-axis-data=\"\" data-sort-order=\"value-high-low\" data-editors-pick-text=\"\" data-editors-pick-image=\"\" data-budget-buy-text=\"\" data-budget-buy-image=\"\" data-axis-prepend-symbol=\"\" data-axis-symbol-selection=\"\"><div class=\"sheets-chart-canvas-wrap\" style=\"height:420px;max-width:800px\"><canvas class=\"sheets-chart-canvas\"><\/canvas><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group contained-content has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-montserrat-font-family has-font-18-px-font-size\" id=\"h-durability-0\"><strong><strong>DURABILITY<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>During our testing period, none of the bladders had any structural failures that we observed. We took each product on multiple hikes, runs, snowshoe excursions, and ski tours. We also packed many of the bladders into a fully stuffed backpack filled with climbing gear. The only leak we noticed was from the <strong>Platypus Hoser<\/strong>, which is the only hydration bladder that lacks a shutoff switch on the bite valve. When we packed it into a climbing pack, it leaked all over a down jacket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From past experience with the Platy, our main tester knows that this product has a limited lifespan. She has owned several Platys before, and they eventually tend to fail at the seams and start leaking. 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If you\u2019re hiking on trails that lack a water source all day, you\u2019ll want at least 2-3L of capacity for a full day of hiking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-montserrat-font-family has-font-18-px-font-size\" id=\"h-do-i-want-to-hydrate-on-the-go\"><strong><strong>DO I WANT TO HYDRATE ON THE GO?<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While most of the hydration bladders we tested include a hydration hose and bite valve, some of our minimalist options do not. Many backpackers and hikers prioritize the ability to hydrate on the go. With a convenient hose system, you won\u2019t have to stop and pull out a water bottle every time you want to quench your thirst.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For some ultralight backpackers or alpine climbers, forgoing a hose is worthwhile for the weight savings. Those who recreate in winter or cold-weather environments may also opt against a hose system because they tend to freeze in frigid temperatures. Our tester is an avid multi-pitch rock climber, and she prefers a hose-less bladder to minimize additional gear dangling while climbing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-montserrat-font-family has-font-18-px-font-size\" id=\"h-how-do-i-like-to-recreate\"><strong><strong>HOW DO I LIKE TO RECREATE?<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The hydration system you choose may also depend on your preferred outdoor recreation activity. Overnight backpackers may value additional features that make their bladders easier to fill and carry in a fully packed backpack. With its rigid backplate and easily accessible quick disconnect, the Osprey Hydraulics Reservoir fulfills that niche well.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Trail runners may be more willing to sacrifice features for a lightweight bladder. The Hydrapak Contour sheds ounces while still offering some helpful features, making it a great choice for trail runners or ultralight backpackers. The interior baffles help prevent water from sloshing around during high-impact activities, and the magnetic sternum strap keeps the hose in place.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alpine climbers may prefer a simpler system while high on a cliff face; dangling hoses can actually be a nuisance. Therefore, climbers might choose an ultralight, flexible water bottle like the Platypus Platy or HydraPak Seeker. Additionally, hoses tend to freeze in cold temperatures at high elevations, making these water bags a better alternative for mountaineering, snowshoeing, ski touring, or other cold weather activities.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-montserrat-font-family has-font-18-px-font-size\" id=\"h-filtering-water-using-a-hydration-bladder\"><strong><strong>FILTERING WATER USING A HYDRATION BLADDER<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you plan to refill your hydration bladder from natural sources on the trail, you\u2019ll need to carry a filtration method to ensure the water is safe to drink. Chlorine Dioxide Drops \/ Pills are lightweight and affordable, although they require a waiting period. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can choose from reservoir filter kits, or you can create your own inline system by ordering an extra quick connect kit, bite valve, and a Sawyer Squeeze. Another option is to use a filter like the Katadyn BeFree to scoop and filter water into your hydration bladder. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As mentioned above, certain bladders are more compatible with specific filters. Check out our Best Water Filters list for a comprehensive overview of our favorite water filtering methods for hiking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-montserrat-font-family has-font-18-px-font-size\" id=\"h-hydration-bladder-care\"><strong><strong>HYDRATION BLADDER CARE<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Most hydration bladders have polyethylene linings, which retain tastes and odors more readily than polycarbonate bottles. For this reason, we recommend only filling them with water. The best method to maintain any plastic water bottle or bladder is to rinse it after each use and allow it to air dry completely. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Periodically add a fizzy cleaning tablet, such as those from Bottle Bright, or mix in a tablespoon each of bleach and baking soda, then let it sit overnight. This, combined with a thorough scrubbing using a bottle brush, will keep grime, unpleasant flavors, and odors at bay.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_0536-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"A hiker walks down a sandy trail in the Southern California desert while drinking from a hydration hose.\" class=\"wp-image-42396\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/2;object-fit:cover;width:800px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_0536-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_0536-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_0536-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_0536-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_0536-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.cleverhiker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_0536-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hiking our neighborhood trails conserved by the Mojave Desert Land Trust. Photo credit: Katie Griffith <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group contained-content has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left has-font-32-px-font-size\" id=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With a variety of features, weights, and prices, choosing the right hydration bladder for your outdoor adventures can be tricky. That\u2019s why we\u2019ve scoured the market and thoroughly tested each bladder on the list. 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