Make sure to wrap the bladder if you prefer cold water. I wrap my bladder with a small bath towel (or you could get an insulated water bladder pouch for it) to keep it cool and my gear dry. I carried this daypack back n forth on a trail to the shower while camping. I think you could strap things to the outside, as it has a daisy chain and two loops at the bottom. I agree with the other reviewer though, I would not go over about pounds with this pack. If you're running a script or application, please register or sign in with your developer credentials here. Additionally make sure your User-Agent is not empty and is something unique and descriptive and try again. If you're supplying an alternate User-Agent string, try changing back to default as that can sometimes result in a block. I checked all the hook and loop connections, the straps, the plastic clips. We like that this pack has a lot of pockets including a zipper that allows you to access the middle of the pack without opening the top. Includes Trekking pole attachment points, compression straps and a sleeping bag compartment. Today I immediately loaded it up and went out for a few hours. For water and OJ I use Vapur anti bottles which aren't bulky at all. My glucose meter and keys went in the small outside pocket. On the small side, so it won't work for hikers who need a spacious pack. Order your 2024 Official Missouri Travel Guide and start planning your Missouri adventure today. Water sources like rivers and streams may only be available seasonally. OT maps are a great resource to help identify places where you can access water. I did instantly notice the difference of carrying a lighter bag. I also don't really prefer single compartment stuff bags, but, this works for what I need. This daypack came in handy just for what I intended. I’ve been using this bag for over a year and love it for it size and comfort levels. I like how almost every strap can be adjusted to fit the user. Most of our hikes are seven miles or less but we are combing the hikes so I’m wearing the bag for hours. All this means that your bag will be a little heavier than a premium bag when fully packed. I checked stitching, zippers and all the pockets. The stitching wasn’t as good as the premium brand but, it was still a well-built bag that should last if I didn’t over stuff it. After some research we realized they make backpacks designed for women, men and unisex. Grab a hydration compatible backpack for $13.96 or Go Bag for $15.53. MY ITEM ARRIVED DAMAGED We do ship every item with extra padding. Despite this, our customers report that around 1 in 1000 products arrives damaged due to mail service mistreatment. While this pack may not be big enough to carry all the gear you need for longer treks, it offers many of the features you would want at a good price. Because it's basically a single compartment stuff bag, I did have to make sure the items inside were distributed properly. This pack fits me fine and is very comfortable for lightweight loads. I use it as a day pack when doing multi-day hikes. It's light enough that I don't mind putting it in my backpack and it takes up almost no space at all.