HYDRATION PACK REVIEWS - GEIGERRIG
A quick snapshot of just some of the reviews of our game-changing pressurized hydration packs:
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“Bottom Line: The best hydration system I've found. Not the lightest, but worth the weight for no-suck, no-slosh, shareable hydration and fast in-line filtration on the trail.” - Dan Larson, Reviewer and Writer, Backpacker.com (On-line Expression for Backpacker Magazine). (Click Here For Full Pack Review)
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BEST IN SHOW - WINTER OUTDOOR RETAILER 2012
GEIGERRIG Hydration Packs: “It is nothing short of a game changer in the hydration world.” Those are strong words coming from Magness, who is among our most core and serious testers. - GearJunkie.com (Click Here For Complete Hydration Pack Review and "Best In Show" list for 2012.)
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“Every year we see hundreds of examples of new camping equipment - some gear wows us, while some leaves us wondering why the manufacturer even bothered, and it seems as if we are getting more selective than ever before. So here they are--the Camping Life Editor's Choice 2011 Award winners...”
-Camping Life Magazine (Click Here For PDF And Pack Review)
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“These are the best hydration bladders on the market.” -Adventure World Magazine, Editor's Choice Award (Click Here for Full Pack Review)
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“In celebration of the most outstanding new products, companies and ideas at this years 2011 Winter Outdoor Retailer Market, SNEWS and 3M Corporation presented the In-New-Vation Awards in six categories. Taking top honors in the hard-goods category was the Geigerrig Pressurized Hydration Engine.”-Report From Outdoor Retailer Show 2011, (Click Here)
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September 27, 2011, Outdoor Trade Show - Warwickshire, United Kingdom - "The winners of the hotly coveted 2011 Novel Awards have been announced at the Outdoor Trade Show..., the GEIGERRIG 2 Liter Hydration Pack was selected... not only as the winner in the accessories category, but also as the winner of the coveted Product of The Year Award. .... With over 100 entries, this was the largest number of entries to date for the Novel Awards. " - Outdoor Trade Show Organizer, Great Britain, Marta Williams, (Click Here For A Quick Video From OTS About The Award Winning GEIGERRIG Hydration System)
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December 2011, ISPO Show - Munich, Germany - Finalist - Hottest New Summer Hard Goods Product - 2012 ISPO Show. Largest Start-Up Competition In The Sporting Goods Industry.
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"You've got to be careful with the GEIGERRIG RIg 1600 Hydration Pack. It's so manly, that if you were to turn your back on it, it could well steal your wife, pee on your dog's bed, and fertilize your morning eggs. It's the Chuck Norris of the Hydration Pack world." - Gear We Are.com, (Click Here to read the entire hydration pack review.)
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"Say 'Sayonara' to the Suck" - Hydration Packs - backpacks with a built-in water bladder and a hose running to your mouth - are a huge convenience for those of us who like to spend all day on the trail. But they have a rather annoying design flaw.....
THE GEIGERRIG - This is huge win for me, personally, I've been out of water and dehydrated on long runs, crossing streams without daring to drink the water I was wading through. There could be a dead cow a hundred yards upstream, and taking even a small sip just isn't worth it.....
WIRED Best way to drink on the rung (or bike). Share water without sharing saliva. In-line antimicrobial filter cleans water on the go and is good for 50 gallons. Good price point..." - Wired.com, (Click Here to read the entire hydration pack review at www.wired.com.)
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Sept. 2011 - Jan. 2012 -
Three independent, multi-month / long term, gear reviews
RIG 700 Hydration Pack
Tester #1 - Christopher Cappetta - "...I have used a number of hydration packs, and this stands out as my favorite.... As I mentnioned my primary testing has been trail running... The reservoir has been sturdy with no leaks so far... I really like being able to spray with the bite valve, this is truly an innovative feature... True to the slogan, the ability to drink without having to suck does help..." BackpackGearTest.com (Click Here to read the entire long term review of the GEIGERRIG RIG 700 Hydration Pack.)
Tester #2 - Richard Lyon - "Bottom line: I'll continue to wear the RIG after the test ends... And I'll never suck again if I can help it." BackpackGearTest.com (Click Here to read the entire long term review of the GEIGERRIG RIG 700 Hydration Pack.)
Tester #3 - Andrew Buskov - "The pressurization system works a lot better than I thought it would on the trail; or maybe it's the fact that I didn't see myself using it as much as I do..." BackpackGearTest.com (Click Here to read the entire long term review of the GEIGERRIG RIG 700 Hydration Pack.)
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Of the Top 40 Packs Recognized by Blue Ridge Outdoors, A GEIGERRIG Hydration Pack is Number 6
"You could go on sucking water from your hydration pack like you've been doing for the past decade or so, or you could evolve to GEIGERRIG's pressurized hydration bladder, which delivers a jet stream of water...." BlueRidgeOutdoors.com (Click Here to read the entire review of the GEIGERRIG Hydration Pack.)
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"GEIGERRIG! ....the name given to one of the most advanced and creative designs for a hydration system to hit the market." - Ward Luthi, Chief Blogger and Expert for www.WALKINGTHEWORLD.com.
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What Experts are saying about GEIGERRIG after the 2011 Summer Outdoor Retailer Show about GEIGERRIG Hydration Packs vs. all other products they saw at the show...
"GEIGERRIG.... Simply the best hydration system I have ever seen....in my mind was the best (of all items) at the show."
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Feb. 3, 2012
"On my first initial run (22 miles) with a 70 oz. hydration bladder completely full, I didn't think I was drinking that much fluid. However, after my run, my hydration bladder was nearly empty." James Wilie (TrailRunerNation.com), (Click Here to read the entire hydration pack review.)
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Road.cc - Cycling Website Of The Year - Great Britain - "The GEIGERRIG hydration system was a double award winner at the show. It features a twin chamber hydration bladder - one for water and one for air - and you can pump up the air section to pressurize the system; pressing or biting the bite valve sends the water out in a jet spray... On top of that, their is an inline charcoal water filter available...." - Dave Atkinson Writing For, Road.cc, Cycling Website of the Year - Great Britain (Click Here To See This Report About The Award Winning GEIGERRIG Hydration Pack)
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"The most amazing hydration pack I have ever seen." - Consumer comments after a single GEIGERRIG presentation at the 2011 Summer Outdoor Retailer Show (Click Here to view a quick snapshot of how consumers respond to a presentation of GEIGERRIG Hydration Packs.)
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Fall / 2011 - "The GEIGERRIG RIG 1600 Hydration Pack feels as though it is built to survive the end of the world; If I had to choose a hydration backpack for surviving the end of the Apocalypse this would be the one that I would want." - Josh L, Founder, Editor and Chief - (Click here to view the entire hydration pack review of the GEIGERRIG RIG 1600)
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"I am very glad I am able to test the GEIGERRIG RIG 1600 hydration pack because the guys who developed the pack thought of everything. I have had an opportunity to use the GEIGERRIG RIG 1600 several more times since my initial review and continue to be very impressed with its functionality, durability and comfort. The only negative I found so far is when there is pressure on the hydration bladder, the water does not slosh around so you cannot tell how much water you have left. I have also had a chance to test the in line water filter..."
FINAL REVIEW (September 2011) - "The GEIGERRIG RIG 1600 has been the best hydration pack I have ever used. GEIGERRIG has proven to be a first class company." - 4alloutdoors.org (Click Here For A Very Thorough Hydration Pack Review)
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October, 2011 "This is a fantastic hydration system and a giant step forward from the Camelbak systems I have been using for years. GEIGERRIG has elevated the functional design for hydration bladders for the entire segment of the industry." - Tim Miner, Lead Sherpa, TrailSherpa.com (Click Here For Full Hydration Pack Review)
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"The GEIGERRIG Pressurized Hydration Packs: New gear continually floods the outdoor recreation market, and occasionally an item stands out that truly wows you..." - Sports Guide Writer, Jenny Willden, Article For Outdoor Retailer Show Publication, Late Summer 2011 (Click Here For Full Hydration Pack Review Article)
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"Compared to the other hydration packs on the market, in my opinion the GEIGERRIG hydration pack stands in a class of its own. ...First of all, you can practically run this hydration bladder over with a truck... With the in-line water filter, you no longer have to pull your pump out of your pack and spend 30 minutes filling up your water bottle... Just grab the bladder, dip it in the river, and BAM! When you get home from your hike/ride, just turn it inside out and throw it in the dishwasher. I used to mess with clean and stuffing paper towels down into my hydration bladders, no more of that with GEIGERRIG." - James Garner, Expert Review, OutdoorGearTv (Click Here For Full Hydration Pack Review and Video)
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>>>AS SEEN ON ION TELEVISION - BEST HYDRATION PACK<<<
GEIGERRIG selected for feature as World's Greatest Hydration Pack in episode of World's Greatest on ION Television. Sneak Preview... (Click Image Below).... To be aired July 2011...
"World's Greatest... is a fast-paced tour around the world featuring behind-the-scenes footage and interviews of some of the most amazing and unique companies, products, people and travel destinations the world has to offer..."
"How 2 Media, the producers of the television show 'World's Greatest', announced today that they have recently selected GEIGERRIG Hydration Packs to be part of the popular television series; a selection that was made for one reason, GEIGERRIG Hydration Packs are simply the best products in their category." - Press Release, July 5, 2010. (Click Here To Watch The Segment - Click Here To Read The Complete Press Release From How 2 Media)
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"It's no wonder that Camelbak wants me to buy water bottles from them now, and that 'Better Than A Bottle' is no longer their slogan. The new leader and innovator in the hydration pack market is GEIGERRIG." - Brian Powers, Writer, Examiner.com (Click Here to read the entire hydration pack review at www.Examiner.com)
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GEAR GUIDE REVIEW - OFFICIAL - "Final Verdict: It's never easy to take on the guy who literally invented the category. You need to innovate and deliver a superior product. I think Geigerrig has done just that. The company had developed a dynamite hydration system that dramatically improves on the original concept." Official GearGuide Review (Click Here to read the entire hydration pack review at www.GearGuide.com)
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"Most of my experiences with other hydration systems have come with frustration, but not so with GEIGERRIG hydration packs." - Ben B., Founder, COO of Benosh (Click here to view the full hydration pack review for the GEIGERRIG RIG 500)
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"I am a pro triathlete and ultra marathoner and have been competing and racing my entire life in about every sport. ....I got the Geigerrig 500 for my latest 50 mile Ultra marathon. ...The performance of this hydration pack was beyond my expectation..." -Heath Thurston, Pro Triathlete and Ultra Marathoner, Posting on Outside Online (Click Here For Full Hydration Pack Review) (Scroll down to the bottom for his comments.)
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“This is the best pack I have ever worn.”
-Branch Whitney, Guide, Author, Hiking Guru of the Southwest (Click Here For Hydration Pack Review)
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"Every once in a while a product comes along that makes you say, 'WOW, Why didn't I think of that'. ...Camelbak hydration packs have some limitations, and a company in Utah has come up with the next solution that makes you say, 'WOW, Why didn't I think of that.'" Park City Television (Click Here For Hydration Pack Field Test)
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INDUSTRY OUTSIDER.COM
CAMELBAK v. GEIGERRIG - Head To Head
"The RIG 700 Hydration Pack just seems to fit better, hydrate better, protect my gear better, and it feels more substantial. ...I just like the GEIGERRIG more." - INDUSTRYOUTSIDER.COM (Click Here For Head To Head Hydration Pack Review - Camelbak v. Geigerrig)
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“Other than ammunition, radios and weapons, water can be the heaviest thing we carry. And it has so many necessary uses. The Geigerrig hydration system finally makes it easy to access, use and share the water while also getting the hands-free benefit of a hydration pack. The plug-and-play, on-the-go, in-line filtration unit is on the money. Greater access to water... A pressurized spray... All without additional weight or any sacrifice in pack capacity. It looks like a no brainer. It was our product of choice as well--for both Outdoor Retailer and the Shot Show.”
-Mike Atkinson, Chris Osman, Former Navy SEALs, Trident Tactical and Technical
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"Woo!! I received mine today!! I ordered the RIG 500. In one word: WOW! 
...They've thought of everything. ...I highly recommend this to anyone using a regular Hydration Pack." -Gadget Boy, Adventure Rider, Consumer (Click Here Hydration Pack Consumer Review)
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"Innovation is an extremely important facet of our business, and we certainly admire and respect innovation wherever we see it. And it seems clear to me that the GEIGERRIG hydration bladder is an excellent example of great innovation -- a truly elegant and game-changing technology." -Miles Maiden, CEO of Steripen - The Award Winning UV Light Water Purifier.
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I just ordered the RIG1600. 
Their customer support is one of the best I've seen. I plan on using this hydration pack for search and rescue. I am on a K9 team and it looks like a great way to give the dogs water. I think you can't beat the filter system for safety, if you run out of water, you can fill it from a local source. I've been using a camelbak, and I have spent a small fortune replacing bladders since I've not found a good way to really clean them. I can't wait to try cleaning the hydration bladder in the dishwasher." 
LATER "I received mine today ....quality is outstanding. I've had a lot of packs, and this one is the best." - Toyanvil, Consumer (Click Here For Hydration Pack Consumer Review)
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"After checking out many reviews I got my Sawyer Zero Two set up with a bomb proof pressurized GEIGERRIG pressurized hydration bladder. The GEIGERRIG hydration pack pushes the water through the filter in-line. So no need for gravity set ups or anything else for that matter. - Vince H, Consumer (Click Here For Hydration Pack Filter Integration)
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"The GEIGERRIG offers an enhancement to the performance of our filters. Our portable filters work well with gravity but a slight increase in pressure is like adding and afterburner to a jet fighter. ....We can now improve performance just by merging the systems." - Robert Simpson, BDnP Filter Systems
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"When we received the traditional bladder and water filter from the industry's leading hydration pack company, it was immediately apparent that there are two very different standards for convenient hand's free hydration packs and on-the-go in-line filtration. There's the old standard, and then there's the new GEIGERRIG standard. ....We couldn't find any way to improve this terrific line of products." -FiftySense.com (Click Here For Hydration Pack Field Test Results)
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"Wow. Fantastic quality and thoughtfully engineered. Ordered on Sunday....it was here on Tuesday morning, the filter on Wednesday. Honestly, I didn't expect the quality and general thoughtfulness that went into the design. I expected to pay a little more somewhat for the novelty of something new, but man this rig is NICE!" Mr. Fisherman, Consumer (Click Here For Hydration Pack Consumer Review)
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"We agree that they are the best hydration systems available today - an endorsement that we make whole heartedly and without any reservation..."
(Click Here For Entire Hydration Pack Review By The Climb)
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"'Never Suck Again.' ...Sound like a gimmick? I thought so too, until I put the Geigerrig Rig 500 Hydration Pack on my back for the last two months during spring mountain biking and hiking trips. Now I'm a believer." - Jared Hargrave, Writer, Utah Outside.com (Click Here For Hydration Pack Review)
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"Its so good, we think it will be the single biggest hydration system on the market, as people quickly see the advantages over the standard offerings." -Mark Sundin, Expedition Kayaks, Australia (Click Here For Kayaking Hydration Pack Review)
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"I was so impressed with the 'Geigerrig Hydration Engine' hydration bladder systems, that I ordered one immediately even though I'm not much of a hydration bladder kind of guy." - Yakass, Coastal Kayaking and Fishing (Click Here For Hydration Pack Review)
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"As GEIGERRIG has only been available in the United States for 10 months, it is certainly just getting started. As the first international distributor of GEIGERRIG Hydration Packs, we are excited to report that the launch of GEIGERRIG was likely the best received new product line and new brand that I have ever seen. Presentations to 5 - 10 retail buyers started every 20 minutes for 3 full days, and virtually every single retail buyer who saw the GEIGERRIG demonstration agreed that it was the best hydration system they have seen. Many of them placed orders on the spot. We are positive that GEIGERRIG is going to have a long, successful future in Australia." - David Yates, Zen Imports, Australia
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"I bought the GEIGERRIG 1600 Hydration Pack for our TAT ride, and it was indispensable. ...Anyway, the GEIGERRIG Hydration System worked great, and we won't ride without one. In fact, now Kim wants her own. So if you ask us, our GEIGERRIG hydration pack was worth every penny...." - 2TouringTheWorld, (Click Here For Complete Hydration Pack Review)
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VIDEO - "...A brilliant new hydration system that will give you a proven advantage in your race...the GEIGERRIG Hydration Engine." (Click Here For Hydration Pack Video Review)
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Make Your Own System - "You can use it (Geigerrig Hydration Pack) as a clean bag regular pressurized hydration bladder, dirty bag regular pressurized hydration bladder, dirty bag for a filter system, good for cleaning wounds since its pressurized, ... a shower..., a pillow, and since the Geigerrig hydration pack is pressurized you can use it to backflush the filter in the field." - Tammons, Consumer, Hammock Forums, Elevate Your Perspective (Click Here For Entire Hydration Pack Review Blog Thread)
"....Just came across this thread and am very interested with your rig. I'm in the market for a new bladder. ...I think I've found a new toy. Thanks for sharing." - PackBacker, Consumer, Hammock Forums, Elevate Your Perspective
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"Congrats to GEIGERRIG on their innovative designs. ...The mutual benefits here are very cool to see realized -- especially for the consumer." -Shawn Hostetter, President of Katadyn North America (NOTE: Katadyn Hiker Pro and Vario filters adapt to GEIGERRIG Hydration Packs as well. The Pressure of the GEIGERRIG Hydration Engine pushes the water right through the filter. Speak with Katadyn about this adaptation.)
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"The GEIGERRIG hydration engine when used with a filter or purifier is an ideal match for a person who wants to provide water for an individual person or a group in any outdoor situation. The combination of a GEIGERRIG hydration engine and a Sawyer .02 Purifier would provide one with water in ample amounts at the highest quality..." - Ken Larson, Consumer
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"It is rare that you find a patent protected technology that truly changes the game and delivers real, demonstrable benefits to so many consumers. We found such a product in GEIGERRIG hydration packs. There's no doubt in our minds that this product is the future of hands-free hydration packs and hydration systems. The UK is going to gobble this product up!" - Garry Woodhouse, Whitby & Co Distributors
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"Geigerrig touts the durability of the hydration reservoir or hydration engine (hydration bladder). And they are not lying. You can stomp on the hydration bladder without puncturing it or damaging it. And it can be turned inside out and washed in the dishwasher (top shelf)." - Jason Elliot, Writer, OutdoorInformer.com (Click Here For Full Hydration Pack Announcement and Review)
Consumer Comment At The Bottom Of This Hydration Pack Review By OutdoorInformer.com - "I fell in love with this hydration system the first day out. Not only is it great for hydration; but it also tackled the massive obstacle of multi-fuctional use; camp shower, field hydration (with the in-line filter kit), mess kit spray hose... it's about time someone revolutionized hydration." - Mike Skull, Consumer
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"The RIG 500 Hydration Pack is great... Definitely worth it!... The 500 holds the 2L bladder and wallet, phone spot, some food and a few other bits. Love how the time was taken to design it to work like a specialized tool. Pleasure to use. Was surprised that with this hydration pack I really did end up drinking a lot more water." -BC Biker, Consumer (Click Here For Complete Consumer Hydration Pack Review)
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Consumer Review Posted on Revzilla.com - "I have to say, this hydration pack beats my old camelbak in every way... The hydration engine (hydration bladder) is what makes this better than a camelbak... " - Consumer, Dublin, Ohio (Click Here To Read The Full Hydration Pack Review Posted On www.Revzilla.com)
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"FYI...The hydration pack is dishwasher safe. You can turn the hydration pack inside out and stick it in the dishwasher (top shelf) if you so desire. Or the opening is so big that you can just reach in there and wash it by hand. I love this thing." -Miguel, Consumer (Click Here For Full Hydration Pack Review and Associated Discussion)
Hydration Pack - Dishwasher Safe - Reversible: VIDEO (Click Here)
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"When you hear the same complaints about the same genre of product for decades, then you begin to believe that it is simply a systemic problem that cannot be fixed. But then, out of the blue, comes the patent solution found in Geigerrig Hydration Packs, and we're off to the races. A whole new standard is set. A whole new world is opened up for portable, hands free hydration. Germans love superior engineering, and Geigerrig Hydration is just that--Superior." - Amit Gormanns, Optamit Trading Company, Germany (Click Here)
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“I have had the distinct pleasure of being a business associate, customer and good friend to Curt Geiger for the past thirty years. Curt has lived by his word that 'if kit doesn’t work for my specialty retailers, it doesn’t work for my company'. Nowhere in the ski and outdoor industry is there a greater champion of the true specialty retailer. It’s simple, with Curt a product has to work both on the mountain and in the store before he’ll take it to a retailer.”
Gordon Wade, Dir. Internet Commerce Christy Sports LLC.
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"I don't want this to sound like an advertorial 'cause it's not, but we just received a GEIGERRIG 500 hydration pack in the post, and this thing as a game changer." - Caleb Smith, SpokeMagazine.com, New Zealand (Click Here For The Full Hydration Pack Review
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"GEIGERRIG and First Aid" - Received by e-mail as a "Thank You" from a consumer on Aug, 28, 2011 - "The Geigerrig became a first aid tool to clean out some pretty good wounds."
I purchased the GEIGERRIG 700 and 500 Hydration Systems for mountain biking with my family in the oppressive heat of the Arizona desert. My primary purpose for purchasing the GEIGERRIG was for the hydration benefits and durability of the system.
Only weeks after purchase both my wife and son crashed hard on two different outings. The rocks and cactus around here can really tear you up! In both cases the GEIGERRIG became first, a first aid tool to clean out some pretty good wounds and second, a hydration pack. My son ended up with 8 stitches in the elbow, and while meeting with the Sports Med Doctor, the doctor said that studies have shown that the BEST thing you can do to discourage infection is properly cleaning out the wound as quickly as possible. Glad we had those new GEIGERRIG packs with us.
Our son is healing well and ready to get back on the bike!"
--Adam Pishl, Mesa AZ
(The Parents Carry The GEIGERRIGs)
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"Hero On The Hike" - Received by e-mail as a "Thank You" from a consumer on June 29, 2011 - "I'm not saying that the GEIGERRIG hydration system saved a life yesterday -- but who knows.."
Yesterday afternoon, my dog and I went for a hike here in the Springs. This hike is considered moderate in rating, and can be a challenge to climb to the Summit, after that it's a nice dissension with such beautiful views of the mountains. I do love this hike - it's my absolute FAV! I've done it so many times in the past and continue to hike it. However, I made a very bad decision yesterday and we hit the trail in the heat of the day. But, I had my Geigerrig hydration pack so I was good, and I continually doused my dog's body in water and giving her water the entire time. But I'm telling you, yesterday's heat just would not let up, and the higher in elevation we climbed, it just kept getting so much harder due to the extreme heat. And even the so-called shaded woodsy area, was not so shaded from the relentless beating of the sun, it seemed to find us, there was no escape yesterday at that hour. (Colorado is currently on a "burn band", and the fire danger level is on "high.")
I started to get pretty fatigued, and began to spray myself all over with my hydration pack. Now, usually I would not have done that, because I can be a girly-girl and there is no excuse to mess up the hair and make-up but the heat was unbearable. I finally had to make the decision to head back down and back to the Jeep after about an hour or so. I've NEVER had to do this, and I absolutely hated to do it, I mean we were not done with our Hike! I'm telling you if it wasn't for my dog, I might not have made the hard decision to turn back. Thank goodness that I worry so much more about her. Again, I was so thankful that I was able to keep my dog's body and fur wet--thanks to my GEIGERRIG, and of course I was able to give her as much water as she needed as well. Although, this is my favorite hike there is not a lot of water for dogs on the trail. There is virtually no water until the end of the hike. As stubborn, competitive, relentless and persistent as I am--even I had to admit, it was better to be safe than sorry and to head back out. We even saw another group who was turning around, I guess they'd misjudged it as well? Or maybe just tourists? I didn't have the excuse, I knew the trail very well, and was being careless to some extent. But upon our decent we came across these two older women who were also descending. The younger one looked to be in her 60's, and she shared that they had actually started their hike at the complete opposite end of the loop at 9 a.m.--and it was now 3 pm! Which means that they had done the entire 6 miles--almost. I was thinking to myself, "Wow, that's a long time--it only takes me 3 hours to do this entire hike.." But, as I looked down at the other woman who was sitting on a rock taking a break, she was quiet, and didn't say too much, and she looked to be in her 70's! She looked so very tired. I couldn't believe this--but it started to make sense as to how long they were out there. As the younger friend was talking to me, I interrupted and asked the older woman if she'd like for me to spray some water from my my hydration bladder--she didn't look so good, and she shared that she didn't feel so good either--she looked at me sort of puzzled, almost wondering how I could make the spraying of the water happen. But she agreed and said, "Yes. Please." So, I began to gently spray water all over her legs, and I then sprayed her arms, and she seemed to really appreciate this, as she looked up and smiled and lifted up her hands for more as she smoothed the water over her legs. I then quickly asked if I could spray the very top of her head with water, and she allowed me to. I soaked her entire head with the water from my hydration pack. And do you know, it's as if she came to life! Her friend interrupted and said, "Well, she's been drinking her water?" "Yeah", I said, "but sometimes it's so good to just spray the water on you-it helps to cool you down faster". The older woman thanked me and finally began talking, and said, "You know before you came up to us, I was feeling really dizzy, and so weak and even lightheaded." I explained all about my pack and how my mouth never needs to touch the valve so the water was clean--but I don't really think she cared too much about any of that. I'm pretty sure she just wanted to be done! I asked if she was feeling good enough to get up and finish the last 20 minutes back to her car--and she hesitated, but I was pushing her to move on--and she obliged. I wanted to get her to her car and quick, in case anything happened due to the heat and her age. I don't mind admitting I was a little concerned for her, but I didn't let on. I did the best I could to keep talking and hiking and motivating them to move ahead to get her to her car where they said a friend was waiting. Finally, we made it and the older lady spoke no more and quickly seated herself in the passenger side of the Honda Pathfinder, with AC blasting--she was beat, but she was safe for now! Her friend stood around afterwards talking to me, and as we said our goodbyes our eyes locked, and her eyes began to get a little misty, and she grabbed my hand and gave me this firm gripped hand-shake and said in a quivering voice, "I want to thank you so much for what you did, thank God you came along when you did." I said, "Aw, well - you were almost there."
I'm not saying that my GEIGERRIG hydraiton system saved a life yesterday--but who knows. All I know is that I sure do like the flexibility of my pack and what it's capable of--no other pack can do that! Thank you, I liked being looked at as a little bit of a "Hero on the Hike", so to speak--thanks to GEIGERRIG! :)
--HIKER
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