It’s hard to believe that it’s been almost a year since Hydro Flask came out with the Journey hydration pack, which we reviewed in spring of 2019. Hydro Flask, based out of Bend, Oregon is primarily known for its big, clangy insulated bottles, which I have grown pretty fond of. The hydration brand has made a reputation for keeping cold drinks cold, and took the philosophy into the bike world, because who enjoys drinking hot water from their pack on a summer ride?
The Journey debuted with great aesthetics and hung on to its cold water reputation. I did have a few nitpicks with the Journey though. The material, although durable and easy to keep clean, was very rigid in nature, and the larger 20L pack rode high on my back. The two sizes are also a little on the pricey side, with the 10L Journey selling for $165 and the 20L for $200.
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