Hydration Packs & Backpacks

Whether you're cycling to the office or training for a marathon, it's important to stay hydrated. A handy hydration pack lets you drink water without the need to stop and reach for your bottle, meaning you can quench your thirst on the go without stopping your adventure.

Trespass hydration packs are available in a variety of styles and sizes, perfect for keeping you hydrated no matter whether you're hiking or biking. Our hydration rucksacks will provide you with water while helping you organise your belongings, while our lightweight water bladders fit easily into any pocket or backpack. Browse our selection today and stay energised on your next expedition.

What Is A Hydration Backpack?

A hydration backpack is a hiking bag designed to aid drinking on the go. Suitable for runners, cyclists and mountaineers alike, our hydration bags will keep you energised during any outdoor pursuit.

Hydration backpacks - also known as water backpacks or hydration compatible backpacks - are simple to use and can be paired with a water bladder or hydration pack. These are water pouches that work using an attached tube and mouthpiece, expertly designed to make drinking on the go more convenient. Simply store the pouch in the rear pocket of your hydration backpack, and feed the hose through the holes on the backpack to the hydration access point.

The best hydration packs feature adjustable sternum and waist straps, designed to provide added support and stability whether you're running, hiking or cycling. Many cycling hydration packs come with reflective detailing, a feature you may want to consider for heightened visibility.

How To Use A Hydration Bladder?

If you’re wondering how do hydration backpacks work, then you’ve come to the right place. You will soon realise that they are simple to use, once you’ve read the step-by-step guide below.

Fill a hydration pack water bladder by unscrewing the cap and using a tap. Always leave a little space at the top of the water bladder to save the hydration pack from being too full, preventing it from bursting.
Install the water bladder in the hydration pack pocket of your water bladder backpack. Feed the tube through the access point hole – usually found at the back of the pack, though this will be labelled – and out to the rear of the backpack.

To use a hydration pack bite valve, follow the above steps before putting your bag on as you usually would with the straps over your shoulders and the pack behind you.
Find the water bladder tube and bring it around the side of your face and to your mouth. Now, bite down on the mouthpiece while sucking – and there you have it: how to use a hydration pack.
If you’re wondering how to clean a hydration pack, firstly unscrew the cap and empty the contents. Then rinse with warm water and washing up liquid. Re-fill and empty the contents of the water bladder several times over to ensure that the soap and suds have been washed away. Leave the hydration bladder or water pack upside-down on your drying board and let it dry naturally.

Cycling Hydration Packs

A cycling hydration pack – also known as a cycling backpack is what you would wear if you needed a bag for travelling by bicycle. They tend to be smaller in size, streamline in design and are equipped with added security in the form of sternum and waist straps, often with a water bladder access point.

Here at Trespass, we offer a multitude of sizes and technicalities to buy. The best size backpack for cycling is no more than 20 litres in capacity, such as the Mirror 15L or the Cizzy 10L. The Terminal 15L backpack is a popular choice as it features a foldaway helmet holder and sternum straps to disperse weight evenly for balance.