CamelBak Skyline 10 LR hydration pack review
Doing a big drop roller in Moab, the Skyline keeps it low and doesn’t shift up the shoulders to upset the critical balance point. Photo by Lear Miller
Editor’s Note: This article is part of the Mtbr Guide to hydration packs, featuring the new CamelBak Low Rider line. To see all the articles, head over to the Low Rider hydration pack hub page.
Lowdown: CamelBak Skyline 10 LR Hydration Pack
Mountain bikers need to carry water and an assortment of tools and supplies for medium to long rides. The hydration pack is a great solution for this, but not all are thrilled with the concept of having a bag which sits high on the back, shifts around, and affects ventilation. CamelBak aimed to address these issues with the Skyline 10 LR. Have they succeeded? Read on to find out.
The unique design moves weight lower down your back (click to enlarge).
| Pack capacity: 7L (610 cu in) + 100oz bladder | Belt: Fixed 38mm / 1.5″ w/ cargo pockets |
| Bladder capacity: 100oz | Fabric: 70D / 210D diamond ripstop nylon |
| Weight: 2 lbs 3 oz / 0.98 kg (pack only) | Colors: Three options. See photo gallery |
| Dimensions: 8 x 8 x 15” / 20 x 20 x 39cm | Options: Women’s Solstice model also available |
| Torso length: 16” / 40cm | Price: $130 |
| Back Panel: XV multi-layer EVA foam |
Rating:  4.5 out of 5 |
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The Skyline LR is low and does not move around back there to interfere with a techy trail ride. Photo by Lear Miller
Review: CamelBak Skyline 10 LR Hydration Pack
CamelBak set out to make the hydration pack more invisible during your ride by lowering the center of gravity. Have they succeeded? Our answer is a resounding, yes. They’ve also optimized the fit of the pack by placing the weight more on the rider’s hips. The retention system keeps the pack snug and close to the back with very little movement even while jumping and aggressive descending. This video provides an in-depth look at the pack’s unique functionality.
Jumping and pumping terrain is not hindered by this pack.
The low rider design does comes with a price, though, as the pack is compact with no expandability. Cargo volume is 7 liters (in addition to the 3 liters of water capacity). So once packed with a jacket, spare tube, food, and tools, it’s essentially full. And since it’s worn tightly against the waist, the lower back can get sweaty (just like a lot of packs on the market).
Continue to page 2 for more of our CamelBak Skyline 10 LR hydration pack review »
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