Source - Tactical 3L

Hydration features

• Taste-Free™ System- Glass-Like™ Liner technology in reservoir and tube delivers pure liquid taste with no plastic flavor.
• Bacteria-Free™ System- Grunge-Guard™ Antimicrobial technology blocks bacterial growth for the life of the system.
• Care-Free™ System- Glass-Like™ Liner with Grunge-Guard™ antimicrobial technologies eliminates the need for cleaning. For days, weeks and even months of use simply refill and drink again and again with no special care required.
• FDA Approved Materials- All materials in contact with the drinking water are FDA approved. Guaranteed safe and taste-free drinking water.
• Hi-Flow Storm-Valve™- No-bite push-pull valve with an integrated shut-off mechanism. Like drinking from a straw with easy disassembly for cleaning. (U.S. Patent 6,622,988).
• Angled Valve- Turns 360 degrees for perfect valve/mouth orientation. Allows tube to be 25cm shorter. Less excess tube bouncing around on the chest!
• Dirt-Shield™ Protective Cover- No more dragging in the dirt! Keeps valve free of dirt and protected during transport.
• Cool Weave Cover Tube- Insulates and blocks UV-light. Water stays cool and bacteria free from the first to last sip.
• Widepac™ Wide Opening Access - Patented slide closure for easy filling, draining and cleaning. Airtight Seal! (U.S. Patent No. 7,648,276,B2)
• 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™.
• Large NC Filler Cap- Air tight, low profile one hand operated. Compatible with commonly used personal filtration systems.

Pack features

• Adjustable Sternum Strap- Adds stability
• Elastic Secured™ Loops- Keeps loose strap-ends from dangling
• Dual Function: Backpack/Gear Mounted Modes- Quick release shoulder straps folded into back pocket to load into large pack or mount on gear.
• QCA™ System- Connects instantly to vests and packs with no additional straps or hardware required.
• Drain Eyelet- Drains condensation in the insulated reservoir sleeve.
• Easy Dry D-Ring- With the zippered top open the pack hangs upside down for draining and quick drying.
• Zippered Top Opening- Quick and easy access to the reservoir for cleaning, draining or replacement.
• Vertical Zipper- For quick access to the tube/bladder connector for installation of personal filtration systems.
• External Fill Port with Integral Refill Handle- Delivers fast and easy refills on-the-move with no spills.
• Cool Insulation- Closed cell insulation keeps liquid cool for better absorption by the body.

Tactical 3L Hydration Pack

Our most popular hydration system. 3 usage modes: can be worn backpack style, inserted in rucks, or direct-attached to MOLLE on vests or rucks using Source QCA buckle system. Vertical front zipper for fast reservoir access.

• 1 1/2" tuckaway shoulder straps with adjustable sternum strap.
• External easy opening filler port fits most pump-style water filters.
• Insulated reservoir compartment.
• Includes WXP™ 3L reservoir system with: tough 3 layer construction with Glass-like™ PE liner: Taste-Free™ Grunge-Guard™ antimicrobial; leakproof slider wide opening; external fill port; self-sealing 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™. QMT™ quick-connect weave covered tube (compatible with USMC fielded Miox filter); Patented high flow "no-bite" Storm-Valve™ with Dirt-Shield™ cover.
• Patented high flow "no-bite" Storm-Valve™ with Dirt-Shield™ cover.
• Tough Nylon shell.