Need a new bladder..

[thrntnandrw]

I currently use three different bladders: one platypus, one camelbak, and a cheap something I think from Walmart; each only being 2 liters. I love them all and swear by them, BUT, leaving for GA in a few weeks and was wondering where the most convenient place to pick up a bit larger bladder from. I prefer platypus as that has outlasted anything camping gear I've ever owned, ever. Just was wondering if anybody knew of any other brand that would provide the most volume for my buck.

Also, what do most of you use as a supplemental water storage?

[bulldog49]

In my opinion you can't beat Platypus. You can buy them anywhere.

[SweetAss03]

2L is plenty you don't need anymore.

[NCarolinaHiker]

Love my Platy Big Zip.

[fredmugs]

I bring a 3 liter camelbak bladder and try to keep at least 16 ounces of water in a side pouch as a backup in case I drain the bladder.

[Praha4]

I use a Platypus 2.0L Big Zip in my pack. I also carry a Platypus 2.0L Platybottle for gathering water from springs and creeks, and for treating with Aqua Mira. Take an extra gatorade bottle too, they always come in handy.

http://cascadedesigns.com/platypus/w...bottle/product

you will be better off not taking a Walmart bladder, those are usually poor quality.

good luck

[Tenderheart]

I carried a MSR Dromedary 2.5L bladder with drinking tube on my thru and will at least start out with it this time. Platypus bags tended to delaminate then, but I understand they have made great strides. I agree that you never really need more water than this. Water is heavy. I carried this much simply because I didn't tant to stop and replenish so often.

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