I need to preface this review by stating I am not a backpacking expert and have just recently started to go on hikes that require more gear, thus how I ended up with this marvelous product. I had been researching online a good backpack, wasn't even considering the hydration pack option, just a simple(ish) backpack. While I was still in the research stages, I ended up being contacted about writing reviews in exchange for a Citro 30 H2O. I jumped at the opportunity and I now have a better backpack than I knew I wanted! The idea of having an added hydration pack is a wonderful bonus! Water bottles can present various challenges while hiking, biking, or doing other activities- so hands free hydration is better than I imagined it would be! The hydration system is easy to use, simple to clean, and holds a generous amount of water. All of that AND it is not uncomfortable! My biggest concern with this backpack was the amount of straps (though I understand they are intended to give comfort, I had not experienced this previously). The straps on this backpack are perfectly placed so it gives the whole load a lighter feeling. The waist straps are adjustable and have small pockets on the strap to hold the extra strap length or some little items- this is a REALLY cool feature to me. This backpack is WAY more than a means of carrying hydration! It has 10 different sized pockets including the one that holds the water. There are small pockets, there are many easy to access pockets, and there are a couple more hidden pockets. The only thing that I would note as different, not necessarily bad in this case, is that the color blue is much darker in person than what shows on my computer screen. The color blue it IS, is very nice :) Overall, I am extremely happy with this product! If you are new to backpacking and are not sure if you want the addition of a hydration element, I say go for it! This is a great product and I have no hesitations about using it every time I hike.
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