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Nathan HPL #020 2.0 Liter Men's 2-Liter Hydration Race Vest (Flint Grey) | 
| Brand: Nathan
Category: Sports
Department: unisex-adult
List Price: $89.99
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Seller: BikeSomeWhere
Rating:  28 reviews
Sales Rank: 1420
Color: Flint Grey
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Clothing Size: One Size Fits All
Size: One Size
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.5
Dimensions (in): 13 x 9 x 2
MPN: 5010N52
Model: 5010N52
UPC: 717064846740
EAN: 0717064846740
ASIN: B000N0WBIQ
Release Date: July 1, 2007
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| Features:
| • | 3-way Propulsion Harness | | • | 2 liter hydration bladder with filter-compatible screw-top closure and bite valve | | • | Twin front holsters for carbo-gel and/or GPS | | • | Two zippered rear compartments and zippered front pocket | | • | Weighs only 6 ounces empty |
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Product Description
Nathan Hpl #20 Racevest 2l Backpack A Race Vest That Features A 3-way Propulsion Harness, 2 Liter Hydration Bladder With Filter-compatible Screw-top Closure And Bite Valve, Dual Front Pockets- One Energy Gel Holster, One Zippered, And Two Zippered Rear Compartments. Lightweight, Breathable Wall Mesh With Soft Perimeter Binding That Feels Great Against Skin And Won't Damage Technical Apparel. Weight: 6 Oz. This Item Is In Category: Bike & Fitness > Packs Brand: Nathan
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Showing reviews 1-5 of 28
 The Best That's Out There April 20, 2010
Ken Zemach (Redwood City, CA)
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
(Now Updated)
I waffled between giving this 4 stars and 5 stars, but ended up with 5 because it really is the best hydration pack (for running) out there. I've now used it for six+ months, putting in 50-70 miles/week, and also three 50 mile races.
However, it isn't perfect, so I'll outline the pros and cons as I see them. Some of this is probably personal opinion so use your own judgment:
Pros:
*lightest weight for the carried volume I could find
*easy to clean for those of us that put drink mixes in bladders
*Pretty good bite valve, although I do recognize that some don't like it
*Nice inventive chest clip that holds the drink tube, back panel securing system, adjustable height chest strap, and some other nice touches. These guys at Nathan did not just assemble a bunch of off the shelf crap to make a product; they creatively invented some stuff to solve real world problems, and for that they are way ahead of the pack (e.g. Camelbak)
*Reasonably good assortment of pockets and well placed too.
Cons:
*After about three months of use my bladder has started to leak many here have complained about it. I like to know my stuff is rock solid and I don't have full confidence in it. I'll replace with an MSR bladder, as those are bomb proof.
*Bladder sealing mechanism takes some time to get used to. With practice, you can open and close really quickly, but others can't, which can kill time at an aid station during a race. It's in your best interest to run into the station with the thing off your back and the slide opened, and close it yourself after they fill it.
*The mesh pocket on the left side (as you're wearing it) needs to be taller and with much tighter elastic along the top; if you're trail running stuff falls out. I'm going to add some velcro or something to allow me to use it as a secure pocket.
*There is better vent mesh out there for the back of this thing, although NO companies I've met use the good stuff (we use it for some of our projects). If they were to use the good stuff, you'd get better back ventilation, although it's not really bad per se. It could just be better. Again, no company uses the good stuff.
*The elastic cinch cord on the back is great for strapping down extra stuff like a lightweight rain jacket or extra layer. However, after doing this (a LOT), it seems to have put some extra stress on the molded rubber V thing at the rear bottom: mine broke. I fixed it by sewing in some webbing instead, and it works fine now, but it did require mending. None of the other reviews mention this, and it happened to me early enough (around 5 months of ~ 50-70 miles/week; that's not much for long distance running) that I think it really is associated with me stuffing extra gear back there which probably means it's not really designed/tested for this.
Summary: Best of the best. Not perfect, but it's the one to buy. Expect to replace the bladder, and don't depend on it for critical runs. Watch out if you shove lots of stuff under the cinch straps on the outside, meaning inspect your rubber molded V at the bottom for unusual wear. Even though my bladder died early, and the V broke (but fixed with regular webbing now), it's STILL leagues above anything else out there. If something better comes along, believe me, I'll buy it and note it here.
Ultra-marathon tested and approved February 16, 2010
Devin Brown (Houston, TX United States)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I've had this hydration vest for a bit over a year now. I got it originally so that I could take water and fuel with me on my longer runs without having to carry a bottle. The webbing and design of the harness allows you to fit it to your back and it just sticks there. The added bonus is that the cold water bladder feels really good on your back on hot Texas days. There is no bouncing while running and even after 10+ hours on the trail, I have never had any problems with chafing. I also use it for longer bike rides, although due to the different body position, I tend to leave the chest strap unfastened. This is not an issue anyway since road cycling doesn't cause any real jostling.
The pockets in the front are handy with the zip-up enclosed pocket being a perfect size to put my iPhone in. This pack strikes a good balance between giving adequate storage space and staying small. If I need to get at items in the big back compartment, I can unsling the pack, get what I need, and then throw it back on, all without breaking my stride.
The only problem I have had is that the open/close elbow valve for the water spigot has gotten a bit tough to open. This is an annoyance while running and a downright impossibility while riding. I think I got some debris in it though, so I don't fault the design of the pack. The elbow and valve is modular and easy to remove from the rest of the pack to troubleshoot or even replace if need be.
Over the last year, I have been seeing more and more trail runners switching to Nathan from competitors like Camelbak. I think this is the way to go.
Great design and function June 19, 2009
B. Webb (VA)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I bought this mainly to take on 20+ miles unsupported, fuel belt wasn't enough unless I wanted to add a few hand-held bottles. Has enough cargo room to pack the essentials, but not too much -- preventing people like me from packing that extra nutrition/stuff I never seem to need.
Running with a pack takes a little getting used too. I've run with a camel back (ridge runner), and this was way more comfortable, lightweight, etc. I think running with a pack affects your running form, just due to the distribution of weight, but I was able to adjust without too many issues.
30 miles is about my limit with the hydration provided by this pack.
What more could you want? September 21, 2009
Jere W. Grube (Manheim, PA USA)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I bought this race vest for my first trail run and it exceeded my expectations. I debated between the 1.5 liter version and this one, but I chose the 2 liter version and I'm glad I did. I ran my first 25 mile trail run a few weeks ago and the vest performed flawlessly. The two liters of water was adequate to get me from one checkpoint to another and there was just enough room for a small first aid (blister) kit, a cell phone, extra socks and energy gels. The vest rides so smoothly I could forget it was there. So much better than a fanny pack hydration system(I tried one before I bought this vest)! It adjusts fairly easily and the straps stay where you set them.
Leadville Trail 100, Leadville, Colorado September 27, 2009
Heather M. Pashley (Evergreen, Colorado United States)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
In August 2009 my Son ran and completed the "Leadville Trail 100" held in Leadville,Colorado. He used the Nathan HPl Hydration Race Vest. It was comfortable and met all his requirements His older Brother, who was a pacer for the last 13 miles has just purchased one for himself !
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