ATBP Tactical Water Hydration Pack Camel Backpack Hydration Carrier Backpack,3L Water Bladder Backpack,Military Class,Leakproof for Running Jogging Cycling Hiking

Like many others, I experienced the "leaky lid" syndrome. After initially washing it out and filling it and adding a few drops of bleach, it leaked all over from the screw on lid. I was initially upset (rightfully so), but after looking at it a little closer, the lid is just VERY fussy, it has to be on JUST right. If it is slightly off, it will not seal properly. This could have been prevented by adding a rubber seal or gasket to the interior of the lid. After fiddling with it several times, it eventually sealed and held the water even while being squeezed and after that, I ran 4 miles with it on and no leaks.The drinking tube came wound up inside the pack, which caused a serious kink in the tubing, making it difficult to drink from. But I think submerging it in hot water for a bit will straighten it out.I completely understand, this is not a Camelbak and honestly for the price I could have paid a bit more and gotten one. I liked that the pattern perfectly matched the plate carrier I use to run with, probably not the best reason to buy something but c'est la vie. With a full 3L bladder this should add about 6+ extra pounds (3kg) to the 20+lbs (9kg) of the plates and carrier.Just too many things that need to be fixed or tweaked. I'll keep it for now until it is unusable, or look into getting a new bladder and tubing for it.

Used for festivals an drinking

Love the design of the bag and the little pocket space at the back the bag holds the water jus fine but if the bag happens to turn upside down it leaks through the cap even wen completely tightened.

Would buy again

It leaks. There was no rubber seal on cap. Maybe just an oversight on this particular one.