I'm doing IM Ohio 70.3 this weekend. I've decided that I'm going with a profile design bottle holder BTA (30 oz.). I'm planning on riding dirty on the saddle (no bottle cage holder). I have my tube taped under the saddle and a small xlab stealth pocket on the top tube holding my tire valves, two co2 cartridges, co2 inflator, crack pipe and 3 gels. In other words, I'm going minimal to reduce weight and drag.
What would be the best way to refill my BTA hydration system? I'm thinking I could simply ditch it and start with a 24oz Gatorade bottle, but I'd have to take it out every time I drink which is not the most efficient position every time I drink. The other alternative is to stop at the 30 mile aid station for a total refill. What's my best option? In the past, I've used an additional rear cage behind the saddle and filled the entire BTA while riding.
What would be the best way to refill my BTA hydration system? I'm thinking I could simply ditch it and start with a 24oz Gatorade bottle, but I'd have to take it out every time I drink which is not the most efficient position every time I drink. The other alternative is to stop at the 30 mile aid station for a total refill. What's my best option? In the past, I've used an additional rear cage behind the saddle and filled the entire BTA while riding.