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Wingnut Hyper 2.5 hydration pack


Rather than placing the weight of all your kit along your spine, Wingnut’s Lowrider system puts it around the small of your back. It’s an odd feeling for the first couple of rides, but it is comfortable.

Despite its diminutive size, the Hyper 2.5 can swallow 10l of kit, and we particularly like the waterproof-zipped side pockets, which are easy to access even when riding. There are nice touches, such as the recycled inner tube strap tidies, but we’d like to see a separate phone/media pocket. Also, the bladder routing (no reservoir is supplied but most will fit) doesn’t include a hook or clip for the mouthpiece, just a stretch loop. This means the drinking tube stays in place well but can make getting a drink without taking your eyes off the trail tricky.

BLADDER? No
SPINE PROTECTION? No

Price 112$
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