Source Rider 3 L hydration military backpack

Low profile

New technology for improved integration of hydration systems with body armor and vests. Custom made size, shape and thickness. We have the ability to produce systems to any given capacity and shape while keeping a consistent thickness throughout the surface of the system. Gravity isn’t an issue and does not affect the shape of the reservoir.

QMT Quick connect hose fitting

Quick connect hose fitting offers push button convenience, QMT has a built in shut off mechanism which allows the tube to be disconnected without spilling, and is compatible with most filtration systems and accessories, such as UTA.

Storm valve with Dirt-Shield protective cover

Non-bite high flow valve, a marvel in hydration valves. Storm offers 25% higher flow than most bite valve designs. Push-pull operation - no biting required. Angled valve allows the tube to be 25 cm shorter so there is less tube to hang up or bounce around. Storm offers hands free operation with tactile shut-off indicator for low light operation. No more dragging in the dirt! Dirt-Shield protective cover keeps valve free of dirt and protected during transport.

Material Cordura 1000D

Cordura is the brand name for a collection of nylon fabrics used in a wide array of products including luggage, backpacks, trousers, military wear and performance apparel, developed by DuPont company. Cordura fabrics are known for their durability and resistance to abrasions, tears and scuffs.

Available in MultiCam pattern

MultiCam is a camouflage pattern, designed for usage in many different environments. It was developed by Crye Precision company and is used by law enforcement and armed forces in more than 25 states. MultiCam is one of the most copied patterns on the market, but only the real MultiCam provides the same quality, distinguished by color durability, optimal shades and minimal IR detectability. The pattern became recognized and wide spread by efficient concealing of size and shape of camouflaged object, acceptance of background shadows and balanced relation between color scale and contrast.

Glass-Like Film Technology

A multi-layer Polyethylene film utilizing Source's Glass-Like technology, which prevents bio-film build up making the system self-cleaning. Glass-Like Film is 2000% smoother than standard TPU films, with virtually no difference from glass itself.

Taste-Free and BPA free

Co-extruded PE film retains pure liquid taste with no plastic flavor. BPA and Phthalate free. As you will see below the synergy of the Glass-Like plastic film and Grunge-Guard gives you the assurance that your drinking water stays fresh, odor and taste-free for days, even weeks.

Grunge-Guard Technology

An FDA approved and EPA registered antibacterial permanently embedded into the reservoir and tube to block bacteria growth. Effective for the life of the system. This protection has no effect on the water and is non-leaching.