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CamelBak Rim Runner Hydration Pack

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Pros

  • Comfortable (19)
  • Easy to refill (17)
  • Good water flow (17)
  • Highly adjustable (16)
  • Large capacity / good size (16)
  • Stable (16)
  • Durable (1)
  • Easy to clean (1)
  • Lightweight (1)
  • Multi purpose (1)
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Cons

  • Front pocket is awkward (1)
  • Tough fit when full (1)
  • Unstable (1)
  • Waist strap to small (1)
  • Weird pocket design (1)
  • Wimpy belly strap (1)
  • Zipper is difficult / low quality (1)

Best Uses

  • Day trips (18)
  • Extended hikes (10)
  • Travel (9)
  • Good for commuting (7)
  • 12-hour adventure racing (1)
  • 6-hour adventure racing (1)
  • Day hikes (1)
  • Light crag pack (1)
  • Light duty hiking (1)
  • Mtn biking (1)
 
 
 

Provided by Rock Creek Outfitters

The Rim Runner Hydration Pack by Camelbak is a highly versatile pack that is the perfect size for going on long day hikes or taking your gear to the gym.  With 100oz of water storage you can get up to 3 hours of hydration as well as carry your extra clothing, food, and necessary items.  

The Rim Runner has tons of features to make your day much easier.  With a dynamic suspension harness that maximizes the stability of your load, customized sunglasses or MP3 pocket keeps items safe and easy to reach, and a bungee cinch system for throwing extra clothing on when you don't need it.  A full zip back panel access makes filling up your water super easy and  an AirDirector back panel delivers enhanced ventilation. 

  • OMEGA Reservoir with Lifetime Warranty
  • Dynamic Suspension Harness maximizes load stability
  • Air Director back panel delivers enhanced ventilation
  • Customized sunglasses or MP3 pocket keeps items safe and accessible
  • Front pocket organizer offers secure storage for electronics, cell phones, or other valuables
  • Bungee Cinch System for overflow storage
  • Removable waistbelt offers the option to use it for added stability or stash it away
  • Specification Description
    Model 60579, 60787, 60788
    UPC 713852605797
    Access / Loading Panel
    Approximate volume 1,495 cubic inches
    Approximate volume 1,590 cubic inches
    Approximate volume - metric 24.5 liters
    Approximate volume - metric 26 liters
    Average weight 2 lbs. 6 oz.
    Average weight 2 lbs. 7 oz.
    Average weight - metric 1.1 kilograms
    Average weight - metric 1.12 kilograms
    Boy Girl Both
    Boy Girl Boys,Girls
    Brand Name Secondary CamelBak
    Capacity 100 oz. (3 L)
    Capacity (cu. in.) 1,590
    Cargo 1495 Cu.In. (24.5L)
    Cargo Capacity 1590 cu. in.
    Country Of Origin China
    Dimensions, in. (h x w x d) 19.7 x 8.3 x 8.3
    Fit Unisex
    Fluid Capacity 100 fl. oz.
    Frame material HDPE framesheet
    Frame type Internal
    Hydration Compatible Yes
    Insulated Yes
    Invoice Title RIM RUNNER
    keyFeatures 100 oz. hydration; 1,590 cu. in. cargo
    keyFeatures Dynamic Suspension™ Harness with Air Mesh
    keyFeatures Fleece-lined sunglasses or MP3 player pocket
    keyFeatures Nylon oxford main panel, micro rip accent panel
    keyFeatures OMEGA™ HydroTanium™ Reservoir
    Liquid capacity 100 fl. oz. / 3 liters
    Material Nylon
    Material Nylon oxford, micro rip, poly
    Material Nylon/polyester
    Number of pockets 4 + main compartment
    Number of pockets 5
    Primary Use Hike
    Product Copy Bullet 1 Dynamic Suspension™ harness and articulated semi-load bearing waist belt for stability
    Product Copy Bullet 10 Big Bite™ valve allows easy access to your water; just bite and sip
    Product Copy Bullet 11 PureFlow™ Delivery Tube makes water taste like water, not plastic
    Product Copy Bullet 12 Sternum strap and waist belt for stability
    Product Copy Bullet 13 Two side mesh pockets
    Product Copy Bullet 14 Side compression straps
    Product Copy Bullet 2 Air Director™ back panel and air mesh harness for enhanced ventilation
    Product Copy Bullet 3 External, fleece lined sunglasses or MP3 player keeps items safe
    Product Copy Bullet 4 Front pocket organizer offers secure storage for electronics, cell phones, or other valuables
    Product Copy Bullet 5 Bungee cinch system for overflow storage
    Product Copy Bullet 6 Full zip backpanel access or reservoir makes loading easy
    Product Copy Bullet 7 100 oz. OMEGA™ HydroTanium™ reservoir is burst resistant and extremely rugged
    Product Copy Bullet 8 Extra large opening makes reservoir easy to fill
    Product Copy Bullet 9 Reservoir also features Hydrogaurd™ anti-microbial technology that eliminates up to 99.99% of bacteria
    Rock Creek Product # 10912
    Sternum Strap Yes
    TRU Age Filter Big Kids
    Type Hydration
    Type: Hydration Packs Hiking
    User Statement A combination day pack and 3 liter hydration pack that's perfect for multi-season hiking.
    Waist Belt Yes
    Weight (empty reservoir) 2 lb. 5 oz.
    Weight (full reservoir) 8 lb. 12 oz.
    Weight (lbs.) 2.33

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    Product Reviews

    Last update: Nov 19, 2009

    CamelBak Rim Runner Hydration Pack Reviews

     
     
     

    Most helpful positive review

    [13 of 13 customers found this review helpful]

    Most helpful negative review

    [0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

     
    ★★★★★
    5.0
    perfect!

    "This is the perfect size pack for dayhikes and non-winter 14er summit days. I have more packs than I care to count and this is by far the most comfortable. It can hold my rain gear, lunch, small 1st aid/essentials, medium size camera, and my 300 weight fleece jacket as well as the 100oz of H20 for day hikes & summits. On other days it holds my (small) climbing rack, harness and my lunch with my shoes & helmet..." Read Full Review »

    Apr 18, 2008 by the other frank

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    ★★★☆☆
    3.0
    Decent Hydration System/Day Pack

    "Camelbak has been making this pack for years. For the longest time, this was my pack of choice for most day-long ventures. It holds an extra layer of clothes, food for a day, and a very large amount of water (3L). That being said, I rarely use it anymore. As I've gained outdoor experience, I have found that I rarely need to haul 3 liters of water anywhere. I usually get through any day with a 1-liter platyp..." Read Full Review »

    May 20, 2009 by Eric McCammond

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    A Great Day Pack

    ★★★★★
    5.0

      Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Easy To Refill
    • Good Water Flow
    • Highly Adjustable

      Cons

    • None

      Best Uses

    • Day Trips
     

    "I am a hiker in San Diego and need to carry a lot of water, even on shorter hikes. This pack can carry two additional water bottles on each side of the pack. It can hold a change of clothes and some lunch/dinner food, 5 liters of water, a camera and a book. This is pretty comfortable. There isn' …"  Read Full Review »

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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    Nov 12 2009
    RWelsh24
    San Diego, CA
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    • Casual Adventurer
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    Price: $69.93
     
     

    [13 of 13 customers found this review helpful]

    CamelBak Rim Runner Hydration Pack Review

    perfect!

    ★★★★★
    5.0

      Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Easy To Refill
    • Good Water Flow
    • Stable

      Cons

    • None

      Best Uses

    • Commuting
    • Day Trips
    • Light crag pack
    • Summit pack
     

    "This is the perfect size pack for dayhikes and non-winter 14er summit days. I have more packs than I care to count and this is by far the most comfortable. It can hold my rain gear, lunch, small 1st aid/essentials, medium size camera, and my 300 weight fleece jacket as well as the 100oz of H20 for …"  Read Full Review »

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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    Apr 18 2008
    the other frank
    midwest
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    [2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

    CamelBak Rim Runner Hydration Pack Review

    Adventure Racer Must Have

    ★★★★☆
    4.0

      Pros

    • Durable
    • Highly Adjustable
    • Large Capacity
    • Stable

      Cons

    • Tough Fit When Full
    • Weird Pocket Design

      Best Uses

    • 12-Hour Adventure Racing
    • 6-Hour Adventure Racing
     

    "The Rim Runner is a great hydration system and pack for any 6 to 12-Hour Adventure Racer. It can carry all required gear in the main pocket while leaving room for food and emergency supplies in the small pocket plus carry 100mL of water.



    When full of gear and water the 'Runner tends to bow out a …"  Read Full Review »

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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    Sep 11 2007
    Leafbreeze
    Burke, VA
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    • Adventure racer
    • Avid Adventurer
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    CamelBak Rim Runner Hydration Pack Review

    100 oz. to Freedom

    ★★★★★
    5.0

    "I use this guy every single day--whether Im on the mountain, headin to the gym, or just packing a lunch and heading to work. When hiking, the insulated hydration chamber keeps water cold ALL DAY. Throw a few ice cubes in there, and were talking fridgid. You can strap a raincoat or small sleeping pad …"  Read Full Review »

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    Nov 19 2009
    Gardner Foss
    Boston US
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    [2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

    CamelBak Rim Runner Hydration Pack Review

    Great Pack

    ★★★★★
    5.0

      Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Easy To Refill
    • Good Water Flow
    • Highly Adjustable
    • Large Capacity
    • More »

      Cons

    • None

      Best Uses

    • Day Trips
    • Extended Hikes
    • Travel
     

    "I am a BoyScout who goes camping at a minimum of once a month. I like to always bring my Rim Runner, even if I don't really nead it (camping near, oh, lets say NASA and hanging out there all day). I have not had one single problem with the pack except I can not fit all of my gear inside of it :(. …"  Read Full Review »

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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    Mar 4 2009
    Evan
    Parrish, Florida
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