Quote Originally Posted by emily_in_nc
One more newbie question: should I get a water bottle cage or is it best to use a Camelbak (I have several) when riding a mtb?
I usually just use the Camelbak but add a bottle (of Cytomax, like SadieKate) for longer/harder rides. Bonus for using the Camelbak: you can add ice to your water and it stays cold for hours. Nothing like a really cold sip when it's very hot out. We rinse out our Camelbak bladders with super hot water and run some through the tube, rub off the "slimy" stuff on the bite valve, drain well and store the entire thing in the fridge. This keeps it clean and slim free between more serious cleanings (which don't happen all that often in our house).