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Title: Read directions first!
Review: This is my first hydration pack. I bought it primarily for biking and short hikes. The pack is great and the bladder is very durable. The whole thing is very ergonomic with tons of different pouches and clips. I couldn't be happier with it... that is, I could be if I had read the directions first. The bite valve comes closed. I hadn't a clue how to open it and since my knife was just in reaching distance, I cut a small spit thinking that that would work. I pulled out the directions shortley after which clearly prohibitted doing this. Now the valve leaks and I have to buy a new one. This doesn't change how good the product is; it just shows how bad I am at following directions.
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