A generous water capacity is just the start with our versatile Soaker 70 pack. It not only holds a 2-liter water reservoir in its large main compartment for hands-free hydration, Soaker 70 also brings you a hinged front pocket that perfect for stowing your helmet, another pocket for an MP3 player or bike tools, and lots of other extras to keep you pedaling strong anywhere you are.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
I see other reviewers are having problems with their Soaker 70s, but not me. I use mine for biking to/around/from work (5-10 casual miles per day) and sometimes for longer days on the trail (~20-30 miles.) I received it as a gift when I went out to BurningMan a few years ago, and it was a lifesaver in the desert heat.
It's small enough to be lightweight and comfortable, yet still has enough space to secure valuables. I haven't used the hidden mesh pocket yet, but it's nice to have just in case. The water tube can be routed over the left or right shoulder, and I use the loops on the other side to route MP3 headphones. Then secure the MP3 player onto the clip on the back, set it to shuffle, and hit the road ... everything I need is on or in the pack.
It has always held up great for me, and cleans up easily. (If it can survive BurningMan and still looks like new, that's impressive!)
It leaked on me once, after cleaning it, because I didn't screw the water tube in tight enough. A few turns of the tube, and now all is well.
You need to mind yourself when taking the bladder out, it secures in there pretty tight, but it IS removable. The extra five minutes of my time spent taking it out is not that big of a deal, especially considering you only have to clean the bladder every few weeks or so (depending on use.)
Overall, I find my Soaker 70 useful and a great value!
It's small enough to be lightweight and comfortable, yet still has enough space to secure valuables. I haven't used the hidden mesh pocket yet, but it's nice to have just in case. The water tube can be routed over the left or right shoulder, and I use the loops on the other side to route MP3 headphones. Then secure the MP3 player onto the clip on the back, set it to shuffle, and hit the road ... everything I need is on or in the pack.
It has always held up great for me, and cleans up easily. (If it can survive BurningMan and still looks like new, that's impressive!)
It leaked on me once, after cleaning it, because I didn't screw the water tube in tight enough. A few turns of the tube, and now all is well.
You need to mind yourself when taking the bladder out, it secures in there pretty tight, but it IS removable. The extra five minutes of my time spent taking it out is not that big of a deal, especially considering you only have to clean the bladder every few weeks or so (depending on use.)
Overall, I find my Soaker 70 useful and a great value!
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
I bought the black/graphite one and I can say that the "graphite" color is not as pictured, it's more of a green grey, very ugly in my opinion; and since style was a large reason I purchased this product, I am taking 2 stars off for it.
However, functionality-wise this is an amazing product! Here are pros/cons:
Pros:
Serves as a hydration packs correctly, like most other hydration packs.
Holds A LOT of extra tools/equipment for it's size:
-The outer zippered pocket on the back can hold another two 20oz water bottles plus a bit of miscellaneous equipment
-The mixed media open pocket on the back attached to the zippered pocket can hold another single 20oz water bottle along with a little more miscellaneous equipment
-The mesh that can be pulled out from a zipper on the bottom can hold a helmet, but I use it to hold a towel and/or a spare shirt
Very lightweight and small! Almost unnoticeable when wearing if lightly packed!
Decent price, would be an excellent buy at $10, a very good buy at $20, but is still above average at $30. $40 or up, start comparing to others that are cheaper.
Cons:
Colors in real life are not as shown in image.
Difficult to put bladder back in. (While others say it is hard to get out, it isn't once you figure out how to take it out; however, taking it out isn't necessary, it can be cleaned while still in the pack)
If you do not care about the colors, then consider this a 5-star rating! But if you do, then realize the colors will be distorted from the actual image.
However, functionality-wise this is an amazing product! Here are pros/cons:
Pros:
Serves as a hydration packs correctly, like most other hydration packs.
Holds A LOT of extra tools/equipment for it's size:
-The outer zippered pocket on the back can hold another two 20oz water bottles plus a bit of miscellaneous equipment
-The mixed media open pocket on the back attached to the zippered pocket can hold another single 20oz water bottle along with a little more miscellaneous equipment
-The mesh that can be pulled out from a zipper on the bottom can hold a helmet, but I use it to hold a towel and/or a spare shirt
Very lightweight and small! Almost unnoticeable when wearing if lightly packed!
Decent price, would be an excellent buy at $10, a very good buy at $20, but is still above average at $30. $40 or up, start comparing to others that are cheaper.
Cons:
Colors in real life are not as shown in image.
Difficult to put bladder back in. (While others say it is hard to get out, it isn't once you figure out how to take it out; however, taking it out isn't necessary, it can be cleaned while still in the pack)
If you do not care about the colors, then consider this a 5-star rating! But if you do, then realize the colors will be distorted from the actual image.
5 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Color Name:Gecko, Graphite|Amazon Verified Purchase
The water poach is really not removable. I was looking for a day hydration pack that is also removable so that I could put it in my over night pack. Well the listing stated hat it is removable, but not really. You have to almost destroy it to get the hydration pack out, so it can not really be used for anything other than a day pack.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Faulty design, but still a good buy
We recently purchased two of these on Amazon. Overall, we are very pleased with them.
PROS:
SO much cheaper than a Camelpak! Read more
PROS:
SO much cheaper than a Camelpak! Read more
Published 1 month ago by Sheila
Some problems.
The pack itself is nicely made, however the problem is with the hose and the valve. You have to bite on the valve very hard to get any water and after you are done it keeps on... Read more
Published 3 months ago by P. Y. P. Inc
Why buy Camelbak???
I just received the item last night and tried it out almost immediately. All I can say is WOW!! Why would anyone buy a similar model from Camelbak for twice the price? Read more
Published 4 months ago by computechs
Bad Quality Bite Valve - started leaking
I trek to Mission Peaks in CA every weekend. My friend got the Camelbak but I went for this cheaper option at the same time. Both of us have had similar usage (he's is more). Read more
Published 6 months ago by The Dark Knight
Great for long bike rides
I used this hydration pack during a 63 mile bike ride and it was great. A must have to any long treks/rides. Much easier than using water bottles.
Published 10 months ago by ykceralde
Sierra Soaker 70
FANTASTIC hydro-pack with space, comfort, pockets, etc---will by another one to have 2 so I can share this great product with someone else who might need it (bought it for and used... Read more
Published 14 months ago by Kylesfiles
Good, inexpensive
The pack did leak, but all you have to do to fix it is tighten the hose to the bladder. There were no instructions on how to take out the bladder, but it was pretty easy to figure... Read more
Published 21 months ago by Oz
Not Durable!
I bought this for my boyfriend to use while mountain biking. We went on a biking trip and when he went for a drink there was no water. The bladder had a hole in it and was empty. Read more
Published on December 3, 2009 by C. McKean
Disappointed
Not sure how it compares to other products of its kind but I'm disappointed. It is an ordeal to get it to dry thoroughly before storing. Read more
Published on July 5, 2009 by Trout Scout
non functioning product
got it for new years 2 days prior to it ,opened the package put liquid in,left my house, and found half of my mummers suit had fluids all over it leaving me to freeze like no other... Read more
Published on February 2, 2009 by Alessio Santacroce
