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  1. Bouwmeester

    Shoulder issue and training with backpack

    Hi Tia Valeria, I have an Osprey Kestrel 38 with a 2L hydration bladder. It's good to know that I don't need to fill it completely (I figured 2L would be reasonable in the Spanish heat, but of course, there are many stops on the Francés). Will also make sure that my backpack is well-balanced -...
  2. Bouwmeester

    Shoulder issue and training with backpack

    You're right, Falcon, it's all in the waist belt! I just got back from a short training hike and noticed the difference the pack adjustments made for my shoulders. With the shoulder straps loosened up and a tightened waist belt, the weight is now distributed properly. My pack also didn't leave...
  3. Bouwmeester

    Shoulder issue and training with backpack

    Hi everyone, Just a few more weeks until my Camino starts! I've been training extensively during the past months. However, I'm a bit concerned I haven't had enough training with my backpack. I did a couple 20-25k training walks with about 5 kgs in my pack, which caused my left shoulder to get...
  4. Bouwmeester

    Cleaning an Osprey Hydraulics bladder

    I just looked into Milton tablets - that should work. However, as I looked into availability of these kinds of tablets in the Netherlands, I discovered also 'regular' water sterilization/purification tablets, such as Puritab and Aquaclear. Does anyone has experience with these kinds of tablets?
  5. Bouwmeester

    Cleaning an Osprey Hydraulics bladder

    Thanks for this. Already suspected that freezing would be rather bad for the material... And yes, I'll just be using it for water, other drinks go in bottles in the side pockets of my backpack :-) A couple more questions came to my mind: since I'll just use it once a week in the following...
  6. Bouwmeester

    Cleaning an Osprey Hydraulics bladder

    Hi everyone, Bought a Osprey Hydraulics bladder this weekend, and since I'll be using it regularly during my training hikes in the next months, I was wondering what's the best advice for cleaning it. I've already done a quick search on the internet: some people put it in their freezer after...
  7. Bouwmeester

    Which Osprey backpack?

    Hi all, Thanks again for your helpful advice. Just to let you know that I ended up with a Kestrel 38! Buen Camino, Tom
  8. Bouwmeester

    Which Osprey backpack?

    Thank you all for your recommendations. I'll just take my time at the outdoor store and see what pack fits best - will definitely keep your helpful advice in mind while doing so. Wasn't familiar with the lightweight Osprey packs, by the way. Will keep an eye out for them. Thanks again! Best, Tom
  9. Bouwmeester

    Which Osprey backpack?

    Hey everyone, I'm currently looking into backpacks and would like to hear your advice. I think I'll buy an Osprey backpack, since that seems to be a good and reliable brand and because I've read that people on this forum have had good experiences with Osprey backpacks. However, I'm still...

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