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Review by AnonymousReviewed 2/3/2022by AnonymousCompetitive Racersacramento, caNot ideal for race but training, yeahIt does its job of holding Hammer gel liquid and not creating landfill - I love that part! The clear lid is useless in practicality, not a fault of design, toss it in the trash. The volume it can release on a solid squeeze is low, very low, especially in winter temps. I have learned to suck and squeeze, yea dont tell my friends. Think if a gel pack, how fast you can pull in 2 ounces not possible with this flask. Store it nose down, that will help make the precious sugar evacuate better on demand. I use it on long slow distance days, which has value to me, never on race day or race rides.
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It does its job of holding Hammer gel liquid and not creating landfill - I love that part! The clear lid is useless in practicality, not a fault of design, toss it in the trash. The volume it can release on a solid squeeze is low, very low, especially in winter temps. I have learned to suck and squeeze, yea dont tell my friends. Think if a gel pack, how fast you can pull in 2 ounces not possible with this flask. Store it nose down, that will help make the precious sugar evacuate better on demand. I use it on long slow distance days, which has value to me, never on race day or race rides.
Review by GregReviewed 10/22/2022by GregBeaverton1 of 2 customers found this review helpful.Not a Hammer Flask anymore These are for the time being (Oct 2022) not Hammer Flasks, but a cheap generic knockoff. No Hammer logo. Further it seems to be designed as a one-time use product� odd as it�s ships empty, and you have to break the ring seal to get the clear cap off. Then the lid itself doesn�t seem to be designed for multiple use either as it has these little one way tabs on the inside to resist opening. Finally, it came with an inventory sticker stuck to the side of it, so I needed to spend about 20 minutes cleaning the sticker gunk off the side.
It works, and does have the same serving measurements on the side as the Hammer flasks do � but for a $3 item, it still leaves you pretty disappointed.
BikeTiresDirect.com CommentsHi Greg,
Just wanted to assure you that these are genuine Hammer Flasks and came directly from Hammer Nutrition. Our suppliers sometimes make running changes to a product line, and this may be one of those cases. Apologies if it was other than what you expected.Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Greg was helpful/No, review by Greg was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
These are for the time being (Oct 2022) not Hammer Flasks, but a cheap generic knockoff. No Hammer logo. Further it seems to be designed as a one-time use product� odd as it�s ships empty, and you have to break the ring seal to get the clear cap off. Then the lid itself doesn�t seem to be designed for multiple use either as it has these little one way tabs on the inside to resist opening. Finally, it came with an inventory sticker stuck to the side of it, so I needed to spend about 20 minutes cleaning the sticker gunk off the side.
It works, and does have the same serving measurements on the side as the Hammer flasks do � but for a $3 item, it still leaves you pretty disappointed.
Review by Timberwolve17Reviewed 10/5/2020by Timberwolve17Cycling EnthusiastCentral Tx2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.Easy to use, indispensible race toolThis thing is inexpensive, it serves its purpose and is something I never leave behind on long ride days.
I first thought that it was going to be gimmicky, but after a few rides, I don�t know how I got along without it. Yes, it does not work very well if you use 5 gel packs to fill it, but reading online I found the trick is to cut the gels with additional fluid, I use coconut water, at most a 2:3 ratio of coconut water:gel, otherwise its a little too watery for my tastes. The people in my local riding group all asked about it, �wow! thats soo much easier than fighting packs on the road, having to precut things. Not going to miss keeping open/used gel packs in my pockets� etc. Simply put this product is cheap, easily cleaned in the dishwasher (upper rack), has never leaked on me and provides what I need, when I need it. Even if you try it and its not quite to your liking, it is a very small investment and it may just make your rides, that much easier.
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This thing is inexpensive, it serves its purpose and is something I never leave behind on long ride days.
I first thought that it was going to be gimmicky, but after a few rides, I don�t know how I got along without it. Yes, it does not work very well if you use 5 gel packs to fill it, but reading online I found the trick is to cut the gels with additional fluid, I use coconut water, at most a 2:3 ratio of coconut water:gel, otherwise its a little too watery for my tastes. The people in my local riding group all asked about it, �wow! thats soo much easier than fighting packs on the road, having to precut things. Not going to miss keeping open/used gel packs in my pockets� etc. Simply put this product is cheap, easily cleaned in the dishwasher (upper rack), has never leaked on me and provides what I need, when I need it. Even if you try it and its not quite to your liking, it is a very small investment and it may just make your rides, that much easier.
Review by Chris BReviewed 3/16/2020by Chris BCycling EnthusiastNipomo, CA1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Easy fill and hold. The size and shape is easy to grab out of a jersey pocket. I like the flat on the bottom for filling. Cleans easily in the top rack of our dishwasher. The bonus for me is the the clear plastic cap works as a dust cap for the camelback podium bottle.
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The size and shape is easy to grab out of a jersey pocket. I like the flat on the bottom for filling. Cleans easily in the top rack of our dishwasher. The bonus for me is the the clear plastic cap works as a dust cap for the camelback podium bottle.
Review by Bamicus Reviewed 12/3/2022by Bamicus Cycling EnthusiastNashville OkOk, not great, can't empty the contents on the fly.
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Ok, not great, can't empty the contents on the fly.
Review by AnonymousReviewed 7/9/2021by AnonymousCycling EnthusiastWestern MassachusettsGood flasksI use these to carry liquid carbs like molasses and grape juice concentrate to extend my rides past 90 minutes. They are the best flasks I've tried. They are bigger than the 2 other styles I have, squeeze easily, and their tops are easy to open and close and seal securely. I have 2 of them and they are always the ones I pick. Highly recommend.
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I use these to carry liquid carbs like molasses and grape juice concentrate to extend my rides past 90 minutes. They are the best flasks I've tried. They are bigger than the 2 other styles I have, squeeze easily, and their tops are easy to open and close and seal securely. I have 2 of them and they are always the ones I pick. Highly recommend.
Review by AnonymousReviewed 1/3/2022by AnonymousGreat sizeI use mine for plain water. I save it for rinsing my eyes. My bike bottles usually have an electrolyte supplement and so I keep this smaller bottle on my jersey. Works great for me.
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I use mine for plain water. I save it for rinsing my eyes. My bike bottles usually have an electrolyte supplement and so I keep this smaller bottle on my jersey. Works great for me.
Review by Dr. MikeReviewed 11/26/2021by Dr. MikeCycling EnthusiastFT. Lauderdale FL1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Good idea..poor performanceVery very difficult to get the gel out through the nozzle. It is a great idea but the aperture has to be larger.
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Very very difficult to get the gel out through the nozzle. It is a great idea but the aperture has to be larger.
Review by AnonymousReviewed 1/24/2014by AnonymousCompetitive Racer0 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Works as Advertised. I've dropped Gel packets during rides trying to tear open the packet with my teeth and one hand in order to keep one hand on the bars. This eliminates that risk all the while being able to store more fuel in one location. No more need to jam sticky used packets in your pockets.
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I've dropped Gel packets during rides trying to tear open the packet with my teeth and one hand in order to keep one hand on the bars. This eliminates that risk all the while being able to store more fuel in one location. No more need to jam sticky used packets in your pockets.
Review by spokebreakerReviewed 10/30/2013by spokebreakerCycling EnthusiastKalispell, MT.1 of 2 customers found this review helpful.More value, less wasteNo brainer. Get a Hammer Gel Flask and buy your gels in bulk. You will save money and you won't come home with a pocket full of sticky trash. Also, the Gel Flask is easier to open than most single serving gel packs.
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No brainer. Get a Hammer Gel Flask and buy your gels in bulk. You will save money and you won't come home with a pocket full of sticky trash. Also, the Gel Flask is easier to open than most single serving gel packs.
Review by AnonymousReviewed 10/6/2013by AnonymousCompetitive RacerQuakertown, PA0 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Great little flaskI make my own gel when using these. My only reason for giving 4 stars is that the opening is a little small.
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I make my own gel when using these. My only reason for giving 4 stars is that the opening is a little small.
Review by BigDumbGuyReviewed 4/16/2019by BigDumbGuyDaily CommuterEugene, OregonWorks well but is kind of messyI'm not a fan of gel packets. The empties are hard to keep track of and I find them difficult to open with teethone hand. I was hoping these little flasks would alleviate the problem and they do partially (no waste) but the gel can be messy (maybe it's just me!) and I end up with it al over my face.
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I'm not a fan of gel packets. The empties are hard to keep track of and I find them difficult to open with teethone hand. I was hoping these little flasks would alleviate the problem and they do partially (no waste) but the gel can be messy (maybe it's just me!) and I end up with it al over my face.
Review by T CollenReviewed 5/7/2021by T CollenNebraskaGreat serviceGood pricing with lightning fast delivery. Will shop here again and again.
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Good pricing with lightning fast delivery. Will shop here again and again.
Review by GregSReviewed 7/30/2018by GregSCycling EnthusiastPortland0 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Handy, easy to use, less messLove using this instead of carrying 4, 5, or 6 gel packs. Gel pack tops can be more difficult to open and messy. This one bottle will easily hold 6 (even seven) 1.1 oz gel packs. Top is a bit stiff to open, but repeated use does help to make it easier to open.
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Love using this instead of carrying 4, 5, or 6 gel packs. Gel pack tops can be more difficult to open and messy. This one bottle will easily hold 6 (even seven) 1.1 oz gel packs. Top is a bit stiff to open, but repeated use does help to make it easier to open.
Review by AnonymousReviewed 11/26/2020by AnonymousBetter Than HydraPak GUHydraPak/GU flask is floppy, leakey and unsanitary-no cap. Hammer solves all those issues and at a much better price.
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HydraPak/GU flask is floppy, leakey and unsanitary-no cap. Hammer solves all those issues and at a much better price.
Review by bryanbooyaReviewed 10/8/2020by bryanbooyaCycling EnthusiastTustin, CASimple & EffectiveThe 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!
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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!
Review by On the road againReviewed 8/28/2020by On the road againCycling EnthusiastPittsburgh Better than the little packetsA good way to carry you energy gel and a lot less messy
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A good way to carry you energy gel and a lot less messy
Review by Uncle Late NightReviewed 4/8/2019by Uncle Late NightMarin CAInexpensive gets the job done... ... and there are better, like some of the soft flasks available. A good backup to have on hand.
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... and there are better, like some of the soft flasks available. A good backup to have on hand.
Review by AnonymousReviewed 12/2/2013by AnonymousCycling EnthusiastGood but bigThis is a little bigger than I expected. Otherwise, does what it should.
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This is a little bigger than I expected. Otherwise, does what it should.
Review by AnonymousReviewed 10/5/2013by AnonymousCompetitive RacerPA1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.FASTThis 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.
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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.