Endurance testCamelback Charge LR Ultra Light backpack

Stefan Frey

 · 14.10.2012

Endurance test: Camelback Charge LR Ultra Light backpackPhoto: Georg Grieshaber
Endurance test: Camelback Charge LR Ultra Light backpack
The hydration bladder of the Charge LR has been laid flat. The two-litre reservoir is hidden transversely in the lower part of the rucksack and extends to the outside of the hip wings. This ensures a pleasantly low centre of gravity on the back.

The main compartment of the 460 gram backpack holds seven litres and is perfectly organised with three separate compartments. The large hip pockets can also hold small items such as a bowl, mobile phone or power bar. Wet clothes or a helmet can be stowed in the open front compartment. The small pack sack sits comfortably on your back even at high speeds or on fast downhills. There is hardly any mass that could become independent. The hydration bladder is just as easy to fill as standard Camelbak bladders. We had to work a little harder to clean it. The narrow corners are difficult to reach. A rain cover and a stable back system are omitted in favour of the low weight.


CONCLUSION: well-organised minimalist that scores points with its low weight, especially for marathons or a quick evening run.


Function ****
Shelf life *****
(max. 6 stars)


Weight 460 grammes
Price 89,90 Euro
Info www.hartje.de

Camelback Charge LR Ultra Light backpack with "flattened" hydration bladderPhoto: Georg GrieshaberCamelback Charge LR Ultra Light backpack with "flattened" hydration bladder

Stefan Frey is from Lower Bavaria and loves the mossy, loamy trails of the Bavarian Forest as much as the rugged rock of the Dolomites. For technical descents, he is prepared to tackle almost any ascent - under his own steam. As an accessories specialist, he is the first port of call for questions about equipment and add-on parts, while as head of copywriting he sweeps the language crumbs from the pages of the BIKE print editions.

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