The little hydrapak that could!

This past week was pretty busy. No races, but plenty of riding! I always forget how much I love fall. Right now trails are in perfect condition and the weather is still warm enough that there hasn't been a need for layering. I'm crossing my fingers that it stays that way. Hopefully I didn't just jinx us. Cross your fingers people!!!! Maybe winter can just bypass us and head down South instead!!??

Anyways, I digress. Back to the purpose of this post. This weekend I tested out Hydrapak's new E-lite Vest. I think the e-lite vest was primarily designed for runner's, but it would work really well for short mountain bike races/rides too.

9.9 ounces=freaking light!!! I kept forgetting that I was wearing it!

The reservoir holds 30 ounces of water...

Pockets on the front for soft-flasks, keys or whatever else you want to carry. This will be especially nice for runner's since they don't seem to have the luxury of jersey pockets...

And speaking of jersey pockets....

The e-lite vest is perfect because it doesn't block jersey pockets or anything else...

Here's a picture of me demonstrating how easy it is to reach into my pockets. Actually, I was just doing what I normally do on a ride. Searching for food!!!

I think this is a good solution for racers who normally like to use bottles. At the last couple of XC races I've been at, I've seen a few racers wearing really big hydration systems. They were complaining about how they hate wearing them, but had to because they didn't have anyone to do bottle hand-offs. The e-lite vest is pretty perfect for situations like that because it's so light.

I really want to try this hydrapak next. I think it looks pretty sweet for looooong fall rides. And the orange color is perfect for hunting season, right?

PS. Have you seen the new Bell's team video for their iceman after party yet? It's starring 2 female racers who kick my butt on a regular basis!!! I have to say, Sue and Erin did an awesome job :-)

PPS. Check out this post from my favorite bike company! It looks like another new bike is in the works!!!