CamelBak Octane XCT Hydration Pack, 70oz

Would have given 5 stars but I believe the straps to tighten the chest and waist should be longer. I bought this to walk, stay hydrated and to lose weight. It does fit but at just about the end of the strap. The straps should be double the length to provide ample room. Anyone who does not need the length could cut them or fold them down. Even if you are heavier it is nice to have equipment that works well and is comfortable. All and all this is a very well made and comfortable just a few tweaks would make it even better. 57 190 lbs at the moment.

I purchased this to use on family hiking trips, xc mountain biking, and my long runs in the summer. So far it is a good little hydration pack. It holds enough water in the bladder for several hours of activity for me. The storage area is enough for my cell phone, keys, wallet, and small doodads. The side pockets can store several energy bars or gel packs each. I just recently ordered the separate camelback flask for the front pockets to use as it gets hotter here and my long runs get longer. I wish that it had straps to store my hiking poles when Im not using them or for strapping on a light rain jacket. My only complaint is that the straps will work themselves loose on long runs, so I end up readjusting them every couple of miles. Its not terrible, but not perfect.

Perfect Camelback. Lightweight the side pockets are the best, easy access to bladder.

The backpack shipped but not the water reservoir. I was very pleased with the backpack itself - super light, fits well.

Pack is great, I used it in a spartan beast and it held up well. I was able to have quick access to snacks and gels. The hose it comes with is weak and I would suggest getting a sleeve cover for it and upgrading the snap on cover mouth piece. I think if camelbak put some silicon strips in the waist belt it would hold in place better and not ride up when running. That change and the hose swap make this a 5star product.

Great for really really long runs. Had to buy the Octane dart for short runs as it was half the size of this one.

Finally upgraded, and I was looking for one that can strap on my waist so I can run without it bouncing everywhere. Great bright color, pockets on the waist strap are so handy. I feel like the way the Water bladder is isolated is not as good compared to my old one. This one has a thick layer to try to keep the heat from your back from the bladder but just a small layer of reflected on the top. I live in the desert and can find myself running/hiking during sunset and its still 110, the pack definitely is getting hit by the sun constantly and give me warm water quite fast sadly.

More comfortable than my previous 70oz water pack. Turn it upside down after filling to suck the air out so there is no sloshing while running. The shoulder straps are wide and vented for comfort. The 70 oz is enough water for a half marathon in hot AZ and of course you can fill it with less for a shorter run or cooler place to carry less weight..

I ordered this as a hydration pack for long distance running. It is nice quality but too heavy, and definitely not made for a womans figure. At least not a busty one. I am a fan of Camelback, my entire family owns them and they worked great for long dirt bike rides through the dessert. They held up great and lasted for years. This one though was not for me. I had to send it back.

Great product, works well. Problems with UPS delivery.