Kriega Hydrapak Reservoir Elite HD 3 Litre 水袋

Running this bladder in the Trail 18, and it’s been rock solid. The 3L capacity is perfect for long rides — I don’t find myself rationing sips even on hot days. Flow is great, valve feels solid, and it doesn’t have that plasticky taste some hydration packs suffer from.

Filling and cleaning it is straightforward. The wide top makes refills quick, even at random roadside taps or gas stations. I’ve flipped it inside out to clean and dry more than a few times now — no signs of wear or weak seams. You can tell it’s built tough.

One of the things I appreciate most is the quick-release hose connection. Makes pulling the bladder out for refills painless, especially when your pack is full. The hose is thick and doesn’t kink easily, even when coiled inside the bag.

Haven’t had any leaks, even when tossed around or packed tight. It’s the kind of gear you stop thinking about because it just works — and that’s exactly what you want.

Only small gripe is that it doesn’t come with an insulated sleeve for the hose. Would’ve been a nice touch for longer desert rides, but not a dealbreaker.