- Time of past OR future Camino
- 2009, 2013, 2022
I would appreciate forum members' comments on an item called the Simblissity BotSpot. I tried to upload a picture, but no luck, so have added the Backpacking Light URL instead:
http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/simblissity_botspot.html
Anyway, the item is a strap-mounted pouch (mounts to the backback front shoulder stap) for keeping a water bottle easily assessible.
The web site description reads: "Enhance your water hauling capabilities with the BotSpot, an ultralight bottle holder that attaches securely to your backpack's shoulder strap. BotSpot will hold a wide range of bottle sizes, including quart and liter bottles*, yet it won't bounce or wobble around - even with a full load of water. Removal and replacement of your bottle is quick and easy too, so now you can drink freely without having to stop and remove your backpack to get at those oh-so-pesky side pockets!"
Made of proven 70D silicone-coated nylon and polyester mesh durable construction, 7.25 inches tall x cinchable 11 inches circumference (holds bottles up to 10.5 inches around). 0.98 ounces (28 grams)
I'm strongly considering buying one, as I needed a lot of water for my last walk (and have already begun shopping for my 2011 trek) and found reaching around to the side of my backpack almost impossible. So would welcome other's opinions on this product. Or maybe someone has even tried it out and can report back on its usefulness of not? Thanks.
Sheesh
http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/simblissity_botspot.html
Anyway, the item is a strap-mounted pouch (mounts to the backback front shoulder stap) for keeping a water bottle easily assessible.
The web site description reads: "Enhance your water hauling capabilities with the BotSpot, an ultralight bottle holder that attaches securely to your backpack's shoulder strap. BotSpot will hold a wide range of bottle sizes, including quart and liter bottles*, yet it won't bounce or wobble around - even with a full load of water. Removal and replacement of your bottle is quick and easy too, so now you can drink freely without having to stop and remove your backpack to get at those oh-so-pesky side pockets!"
Made of proven 70D silicone-coated nylon and polyester mesh durable construction, 7.25 inches tall x cinchable 11 inches circumference (holds bottles up to 10.5 inches around). 0.98 ounces (28 grams)
I'm strongly considering buying one, as I needed a lot of water for my last walk (and have already begun shopping for my 2011 trek) and found reaching around to the side of my backpack almost impossible. So would welcome other's opinions on this product. Or maybe someone has even tried it out and can report back on its usefulness of not? Thanks.
Sheesh