Hydration - what's the best way to go

Do the experts have a recommendation on how to stay hydrated out on the water? I have a Camelback, but find it I wear it, it makes it difficult for me to roll. I've tried a Nalgene bottle on my deck, but I keep bumping it with my paddle. I'm also concerned about paddling in water that may have microbes, and splashing onto the mouthpiece.

What do the experts have to say?

A message from our H2O gurus

Hey Noel,

Thanks for your question. I have consulted our LTK H2O Guru regarding your question.

Some options:

-Don't fill your Camelback so full, and keep it on your back

-Put the Camelback under your bungees not such a knock when you hit it with your paddle. (WARNING-Don't put the camelback black side up as you end up with warm water, ewww)

-Buy a Nalgene hip flask (These are flatter for under the bungees)

-Keep the camelback behind your back-band and only pop your skirt for a drink when its safe

-Only paddle on Superior and use the "Roll-n-drink" method (Our lawyers at LTK just want to me publish a disclaimer that James, Dympna, H2O Guru, and any of our associates do not advocate the drinking of untreated water as it may lead to Fever of the Beaver.)

-Dehydrate your water, so that it takes up less space.. Then you can simply pump some water to rehydrate it before you drink

I hope this helps. If you still want more options then you could try asking the rabble in the Yak-Forum!

Cheers and see you out there.