EVOC Hip Pack Pro Hydration Waist Pack - 3L Fanny Pack with 1.5L Bladder for Biking, Hiking, Climbing, Running, Exercising

This is my second hip pack (w hydration bladder) that I have used in the last 4 years. The last one was an Osprey Seral. BLUF - like this much better than the Osprey for a number of reasons: 1. Sits lower on the back 2. Not bulky 3. Waist straps are very comfortable and not in way 4. The airflow back padding works - hot day ride and my back was not dripping 5. Roomy enough for a 2-3 hour ride - carried hydration, tube, levers, multi-tool, phone and wallet

Much cooler than having a back pack. Small negative, waistband velcro not holding well.

I use this pack for hiking and mountain biking. It has been a great asset in both activities. It is so convenient. It easilly holds my multitool, pump, patch, tube, phone, keys, and snacks. For hiking, it can hold anything you can throw at it because you require less than mountain biking. I have no complaints.

I bought this pack 3 years ago and it has become my go-to bag for shorter hikes. With both the water bladder and water bottle pockets, I can change up configurations. If I want to have room for a lunch/snack or lightweight jacket, I toss water bottles in the pockets and dont use the reservoir. The bottle holders are just deep enough that the pull cord snugs up well around a standard bike water bottle (you wont fit wider bottles). If its a really hot day, I can use both the reservoir and bottle pockets. I can fit my necessities...sunglasses, small bottle of sunscreen, some snacks, keys and ID/credit cards, lip balm, and most importantly, my phone and inhaler. When I bought it, the front pocket fit the phone I had at the time. Its a tight fit now with a larger phone. The velcro plus buckle strap is very secure. Im a plus size person, and wear it at pretty much the full extent of the straps (check the sizing if youre a larger waist), but its still secure...and provides light lumbar support. I do most of my sweating along my upper back, so was struggling with backpack style hydration packs, plus a lot of those dont have good hip support, adding weight on my shoulders. Moving everything to my hips is much more comfortable for me, and I feel more balanced when I need to lean down or scrabble up a slope. After 3 years of frequent use, it shows no signs of damage/wear other than needing to replace the water tube (they all need regular cleaning/replacement). My only cons on this pack are the magnetic tube holder...its a weak magnet and I knocked the tube off constantly just brushing against it. I swapped it with a clip holder. I also wish the mouthpiece had a cover on it to keep dirt out. This seems like an uncommon feature for some reason. Lastly, the front pocket zipper only zips up the sides, then a flap across the top uses velcro. This always feels a little insecure. Id prefer a zipper all the way around. None of these are dealbreakers, but keep it from a full 5-star rating (Id say its more of a 4.5...being my most-used hydration pack really says a lot).

Im a mountain biker but I actually bought this for Search and Rescue. It was a great pack in 95F temps. Obviously it will have some condensation if you use cold water but the ventilation / ribs work well to keep that off of you. Be sure to ziplock anything that shouldnt get wet. The magnet is slick. I could imaging it coming loose on rough trails but stayed put for my hiking. I do think it might be a bit pricey but Id definitely keeping it.

The hydration tube is a foot too long and flops around. It also disconnects entirely from the little magnetic dock, and the dock even comes off the strap during rocky terrain and spirited riding. There’s no way to externally carry and rain jacket either—something my camel hip pack could do easily. I bought this bc my camelback hippack would get bowed out of shaped when filled completely. This isn’t as bad, but the Velcro comes loose too often and there isn’t a way to get it tight enough for thin 32 waist riders.

Would be five stars buy if not for the magnetic attachment keeps falling off. I have to secure using a rubber band plus (see the yellow rubber) But other than the its great... The bag is comfortable and ventilation system keeps you cool. My choice for hot lunch rides in the trails. Highly recommended.

Amazing, it really work as intended

If you need a hip bag for short riding this is it have all the room for stuff and water..

Purchased from Brands Cycle and Fitness/Amazon. Stay away from this seller unless you are 100% sure you will keep the item. Their fine print means you will lose money if you need to return a defective item, restocking charges and other fees. The item itself from Evoc had a torn pocket on review, when I was beginning to load it up for my first ride. The pack is way too small, after the bladder is filled it barely has room for a pump, tube, and multitool. I did one ride with the pack and the bladder leaked around the tube where it enters the bladder. And the waist sizing is small. I wear a 36-38 jean waist size, yes I know, and the belt fits...but barely. Needless to say I am disappointed after seeing all the positive reviews online. On the bright side, I just bought an Osprey Savu 5, and it is way better than the Evoc. No bladder, but it fits better, and seems to be built better.