Hi whats best for long distance trials ie carrying a drink & tools for running repairs punctures etc? I have been looking at a camelbak mule are these too big to be carried round for a good few hours? Whats everyone using,what size drink bladder & whats the most practical.Need some tips & what to carry cheers for any replys.

Edited July 27, 201115 yr by betarick

before the sensible ideas come in... you could try one of these...?

Back in the days when we carried a reasonably comprehensive toolkit round every trial a small bumbag was sufficient, though we never carried a drink (the routes often went by a pub ). There seem to be larger bumbags available nowadays with a drinks bottle holder incorporated.

Mule is only just big enough. IMO

camelbaks are a good idea but they pull you back when your going up hills nd tend to bring the front wheel up.. cant do rocks either with one on thats a no no! good for long distance wood rides though if your out just messing about

I use one of these saves taking it off if you are riding sections fits quite a lot in and you can put little fuel bottle in one side and 500ml water bottle in other, but don't get them mixed up

Edited July 28, 201115 yr by thespikeyone

I find the Camelback Rogue to be just the right size. It has a 70 oz capacity and can carry several hands full of stuff. The Camelback also serves as nice back/ spine protection if you happen to flip over backwards. I have done several tests of that function.

I have run a Rogue for years for standard trials. Plenty of water when it is hot(lots), tool storags is limited, but I never bother to take it off in the sections.

When packing for true LDT, I think the Mule is just marginal as well, and would possibly shed it before sections, depending.

I have a regular (no name) backpack for setting trials or loading up with junk for a big outing or minding.

I too have enjoyed the spinal protection of the waterbag and padding!

I find larger packs to be more comfortable, most back country packs have straps the pull them up tight when there is not much in them, have a look at Dakine back country ski packs, they have bladders, lots of small pockets, don't flop around when you are in rough conditions and the quality is outstanding

Thanks for the tips. Its my 1st go at scott so need loads of advice

before the sensible ideas come in... you could try one of these...?

By the way nice paint job!LOL

I've got a Camelbak Mule that I bought for Mountain Biking, but plan to use on the trial bike too, in my opinion, it would be only just big enough. With a lightweight jacket, water, a spare bicycle inner tube and a couple of multi-tools in it's about enough to carry in a small(ish) bag. I find bigger packs that cover more of your back and spread the load more are more comfortable to be honest.

I hear Toni Bou is fitting a basket for next years competition...

I carry a camelback Cloud or something, it's a little largish but quite comfy. If i'm going to do a technical section i just take it off and come back and get it. If the loop is fairly close to the carpark i don't take anything with me.