Re: [pct-l] Hydration Systems

["Purplcows" <purplcows@jps.net>]

I, too, use a Platypus system with the hose and bite valve, and that's what
I'm using exclusively on my thruhike this year.  I've used one for about a
year now and haven't had any problems with it, except I'm a little nervous
about it getting a little brittle with age.  If you do go with it, try to be
a little careful about not been abrasive on it, and try not to do too much
repeat flexing on the bladder itself.  I haven't had any problems, but after
4 mos. this summer, I can better tell what they'll take :-)  I've liked it a
lot better than water bottles simply because I can drink on the go, and only
have to stop to refill it if I need to.  It makes it easier to keep a good
pace.

Have fun!
Aaron
PCT '99 hopeful
(3 weeks till departure)

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