Camelbak Octane series hydration packs

The Camelback Octane Scudo

The Camelbak Octane series hydration packs are perhaps the best there is.
I scored an Octane 24 last year to haul my gear. 
In it, I am able to pack 3-litres of drinking water. 
Later, I retro-fitted the pack with an insulated hose and a flow meter.
With a cargo space of 27-litres, the Octane 24 can be used as a daypack.
I carry my first aid kit, bicycle tools, extra fuel bars and gels including my survival gear whenever I go for a ride with the pack.
When your life depends on it, you cannot stinge with a hydration pack.
I've met some people with 'high-powered' connection who also rode with me. 
Instead of getting the best money can buy, they prefer to use some cheap China-made crap.
I can't say much because its their prerogative. They spend their money whichever way they see fit.
Way I see it, spending top dollar on some crappy sleek road tires that bursts easily when hit by road debris, instead of investing on a good hydration pack, seems so wrong.
Even on lights, you can't depend on cheap stuff. 
Anyways, back on the Octane packs, the latest offering from Camelbak is the Octane Scudo. 
I doubt it very much that I would be able to see it here in Malaysia. But if there is a chance to check it out, it would be cool...

Camelbak hydration packs



Camelbak's hydration bladder

When you are riding around the city, there's hardly time to pull over and sip a drink from your canteen.
This is where hydration packs with an internal bladder would come in handy.
I've been fascinated with Camelbak's range of Military-grade hydration bladders and found that they are small enough to be carried without obstructing your range of movement.
These packs are not cheap and most of the packs that are sold off the shelves are quite overpriced.
I saw a Camelbak MULE in safety orange which I am rather interested in for my future rides.
Another contender is Wingnut packs. They make some real kickass packs and are very rare around this region.