We love the 3D Hydro’s oversized, robust screw-top lid. The pliability of the polymer also means the bag has plenty of flex, so it will fit into tight spaces in your pack and won’t poke you in the back while you’re hiking. While this material makes it heavier (7 oz.) than many competitors, it makes it a highly durable bladder less prone to punctures. The Hydro 3D is made with an extra-burly, puncture-resistant polymer thick and tough enough to deal with regular use and abuse on the trail. For this reason, it’s our standout winner for Best Hydration Bladder. The Gregory 3D Hydro isn’t the lightest or most packable bladder on our list by a long way, but it ticks every other important box emphatically. “Easy to disassemble and can be turned inside out making cleaning it a piece of cake.”īest Hydration Reservoirs for Hiking and Backpacking: Our Top 11 Picks Easiest To Clean: Salomon Soft Reservoir.“Surprisingly robust and reliable given its modest price tag.” “A great pick for day hikes and cheap enough to replace if you get a puncture.” “A versatile bladder that you can use as either a pressurized or non-pressurized system.” Best Pressurized: Geigerrig Pressurized Hydration Engine And Bladder.“Not as robust as its competition but otherwise a solid performer in every metric.” “Fairly priced, easy to use, and with a zip-top closure for easy refilling and cleaning.” Best Zip-Top: Osprey Hydraulics Reservoir.“Ultralight, tough, and easy to use – what more could a backpacker ask for?” “Tricky to clean, but one of the burliest and most reliable bladders out there.” “Versatile and ideal for hikers who like to travel fast and light.” Best for Portability: Hydrapak Shape-Shift Bladder.“Great flow rate and as durable as water bladders are made.” “By far the most user-friendly and reliable model we tested.” What about those shortcomings? At 7 ounces, this isn’t the lightest option out there, and that long, rigid handle also means it isn’t the most packable, which makes it suboptimal for ounce counters or long-distance thru-hikes.īottom Line: An easy-to-use, tough, reliable bladder that’s a little heavy and bulky but otherwise ideal for hiking and backpacking. The flow rate also hits the sweet spot and the dry-lock bite valve isn’t at all prone to drips. It has a full-length handle that makes it easy to fill from any water source, a drying hanger, a magnet that keeps it in place on your backpack’s chest strap and is a cinch to disassemble for cleaning. The screw-top lid is also burly, easy to operate with cold hands, and provides an ultra-tight, solid seal. It’s made with an extra-thick, malleable polymer that’s puncture-resistant but soft enough to conform to the hydration sleeve in your backpack. The Hydro 3D’s main selling points are its durability and reliability. This bladder has a few minor shortcomings but scores well above the competition in almost every important metric and, all told, offers great value for money. Scooping our award as this year’s top hydration bladder for hiking is the Gregory 3D Hydro.
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