HydraPak/GU flask is floppy, leakey and unsanitary-no cap. Hammer solves all those issues and at a much better price.
Work great
The ergonomics are great, although the top is a little stiff to open. The spout is a large enough diameter for gels to easily flow through. Pretty easy to clean, too. A very good value!
A good way to carry you energy gel and a lot less messy
This is a little bigger than I expected. Otherwise, does what it should.
This flask helps me in road races to get fast energy without having to open a gel pack and gel packs hold only one serving and this flask holds 5 and that is awesome.
... and there are better, like some of the soft flasks available. A good backup to have on hand.
I have used these Hammer Nutrition gel flasks for my recent races and they are invaluable for numerous reasons. They are very easy to store in a pocket or down the front of your jersey for easy access. They are well marked for quantity - just keep in mind not all gels are the same volume. The two things I like most about these flasks the finger grips (easy to wrap your hand around - especially if you need to hold onto it while running) and the flow through the spout. Depending on gel viscosity, you can get a full dose of gel out in one squeeze - a major bonus for someone with any concerns about race-day fueling.
Great for all hammer products , Gels or Perpentum
I am a competitive mountain bike racer and using these flasks is the fastest way to take on nutrition in the form of gels and keep moving forward. When I don't need to take a full 5 servings with me (meaning a completely full flask of gel) I always add water to thin out the mix. This not only makes the fueling time even quicker but also ensures you get all the gel out a lot easier. I have a buddy that adds a little brewed coffee to his flasks to add some caffeine.
This flask seems to work best when nearly full-it holds five ounces. The pushpull top forms a secure closure.
I can't ride and open gels so I have to stop to do that. Then I have to catch up as my buddies are hard core and will not wait on me.
So the flask works. I don't need to stop.
And I have no litter to deal with.
That's about it. A solution to my problem.
