If you have the time, Kokoda the Stairway to Hell contains some great interviews with veterans such as Bill Guest, Ted Stuart, J.D. McKay to name just a few. Hear the story as told by the veterans.

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I love my hydration bladders (I have a few of them different sizes) but I hate cleaning them. My hydration bladders have the wide tops that open fully so getting inside them is pretty easy to begin cleaning, but then their are the hoses, bite valves and so. Is there an easy way to clean them?

​It turns out discipline in drying the bladder, and a quick clean straight after use are probably the best strategy. A lot of advice is available on the web including a wide range of views about the use of baking soda, white vinegar, and cool drying contraptions. Check some links and videos out in this article. Always check with your manufacturer for specific advice.

​What are your hints and tips, success stories? Comment below and share your advice.