Osprey Savu Lumbar Hydration Pack (2020 Model)

Originally purchased for a trip to Boundary Waters. I packed it SUPER full and the zippers were up for the challenge. The top carry handle is great for not dumping out your water or other items when handling the bag. It also stands up because of the semi-rigid back. Speaking of which, the back panel is supremely comfortable. Ive worn it in front and back, walking and mountain biking. The nailed the fit. Just the right amount of padding while not getting too hot. Some complain about the water bottle holders, but I love that they snap and fold away when not being used. I sometimes carry only one water bottle so this is really handy. Shorter water bottles (think standard bike bottles) work best. I have fit a taller 27.5 oz. bottle, but it doesnt feel secure when riding. Also 32oz. Hydroflasks = no go. There are a number of straps to keep everything tight and I used these to attach multi-tools, bug nets, sanitizer etc. My one complaint is that the small top zipper compartment, looks to be for a phone or sunglasses, fills the main zippered compartment. Ive noticed that only flat objects can fit in that pocket if the main compartment is full. Overall, this is the best non-bladder Osprey fanny pack. Save $30 and buy your own water bottles, you wont be disappointed.

Great bag for a snack, water, & a few other items. I used it for hiking and shark tooth hunting at the beach. Paired with a couple 21oz Camelbak Podium bottles and it all worked.

Beats a back pack with a stick!!

Use this every time i ride. Have used a back mount for years. No more sweaty back. Secures perfectly, no back pain. 2 water bottles enought for shorter rides. Enough room for phone, snacks, tube and tools.

Felt I needed to write a review of this pack to clear up some of the reservations I had before purchasing it. A few one star reviews complain about the support straps that hold the water bottles in place and keep them from slipping out of the bottom. It seems these people are missing the snap buttons that make it accept the water bottles or if you unsnap them it lets the bag flatten out if you arent running any. If these buttons arent snapped the bottles would definitely slip past the strap. Snapped together and it makes a perfectly sized water bottle holder!

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I liked the idea of a hip pack but in practice, I find it a little annoying. The construction and quality from Osprey is always top notch. The pack has a ton of pockets and actually holds more than my basic Camelback. The one design issue I found is there is only a single strap to hold the bottles in. I find myself pushing the through and having them fall on the ground when trying to drink while riding. Why not add a X style webbing? Only other food for thought is I find that having a drink tube at the ready is more convenient than reaching behind. I do however appreciate how much cooler my back is with this!

I use this one on MTB rides. I do jumps and drops. This pack feels secured. I use it with two 21oz bottles. I keep my phone in there, as well as multitool, CO2 cartridge and nozzle, and few other things. Still have plenty of room left. I just dont want to overload it and feel it pull me down. But at this time I have everything I wanted to have with me on a ride, and it feels great. I can almost forget Im wearing it. replacing bottle into the holder takes some getting used to. They are just tight. But that means they are secure. Its a great hip pack!

I don’t feel as hot compared to a back pack style hydration. If you have a big gut, this might be uncomfortable. I’m able to bring everything I need for a ride and bottles stay secured on my trail rides.

Bought from Amazon Services LLc. Didnt care for the product. It caused discomfort while wearing, was difficult to use, couldnt holster a bottle to save itself. Really wanted to love it, didnt. Returned. Specifically bought because I prefer bottles to wearable bladders but it just didnt work out. Upon return, Amazon did not refund money into credit card as requested, instead it went to a gift card. Further and while the product was in PERFECT condition upon return, we were assessed a 50% penalty and only refunded 25$. So ya, only 1/2 the money and now its not even in our bank account for us to use. Super disappointed with the product and downright pissed for it to have cost me 25$ to find out. Its a hard pass on the for any riding scenario. I cant say that Id even want to hike with it.