Hydration Bladder 2L Leakproof 2 Liter Water Reservoir, BPA Free Military Green Water Storage Bladder Bag with Insulated Tube, Hydration Backpack Replacement for Outdoor Hiking Camping Running Cycling

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It also maintains an open shape when hung upside down, so you don't need to stick kitchen utensils inside it to keep it open. The main takeaway here is that if the hydration bladder you’ve chosen doesn’t contain all the features you’re looking for—or you have needs that pop up after extended use—you might be able to customize it after purchase. Some bladders (like our top-ranked Osprey Hydraulics) feature a rigid backer, which holds a very stable shape and contributes to durability, but adds weight and bulk and is difficult to invert for cleaning. It’s lightweight and slimline, sliding happily into most packs and keeping you topped up with all-important water.

And if your hydration bladder doesn’t come with one, it’s often possible to add the customization with components like HydraPak’s Inline Connector or Osprey's Quick Connect Kit. Covers are especially useful for keeping your valve from freezing, but they also protect against dirt and other debris. If you tend to be particularly hard on your gear, it might be worth checking out models like the HydraPak Force—which is built with heavy-duty TPU—or the HydraPak HydraSleeve and CamelBak Stoaway, both of which feature durable nylon sleeves. Both models feature the same HydraFusion drink tube, but the Force drops the durable sleeve and adds a dose of toughness straight to its reservoir. We certainly give kudos to CamelBak for trying to do something different, but we’re not sure that the Fusion’s zipper has any merit over a more secure slider—and it seems to have a lot more potential to fail over time.The Source Tactical hydration bladder features a heavy and durable reservoir that is perfect for taking out as an additional reservoir on its own. One of our favorite features on today’s hydration bladders is the quick-disconnect fitting, which allows you to detach the reservoir from the hose.

Gently hand-wash in luke warm water (washing up liquid works great if particularly dirty), use a soft brush if required and rinse well. MSR’s entry is a bit of an outlier on this list, but it’s nevertheless one of our favorite water storage tools for multi-day endeavors. To keep these parts well lubricated, you’ll want to apply a greasy substance every few months of heavy use or after long bouts of storage. While larger-capacity designs are certainly the most versatile, they might not be the runaway choice for everyone: The extra space leads to more bulk, and a half-full load can place the water weight lower rather than spread out along the length of the back.Keep in mind that they do come with sacrifices: The Hoser in particular lacks convenient features like a large opening, quick disconnect, and bite-valve shutoff.

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In general, reservoirs with sliders are the easier of the two to clean and dry—the openings are wide enough to fit your whole arm in, and some offerings from HydraPak can even be turned inside out and placed in a dishwasher. There are many ways to treat your water in the backcountry, including pump filters like the Katadyn Hiker, bottle/squeeze filters like the Platypus QuickDraw, and chemical applications like Aquamira or Katadyn’s Micropur tablets.

p>National Tyre Service Ltd t/a National Tyre and Autocare is not authorised or regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.Flasks hold a lot of fluid and tuck away into your pack distributing the weight down your back plus they’re super easy to take lots of little sips from to stay hydrated. These bladders generally come in two different forms: Some feature built-in insulation by way of a double-wall construction with foam sandwiched between—the HydraPak Velocity IT is a great example—while other designs (such as the HydraPak HydraSleeve) use an insulated sleeve that slides on over the standard reservoir. Gregory also includes a long handle, quick-disconnect at the top (similar to the Hydraulics above), magnet on the bite valve that secures to the included sternum strap attachment, and unique, easy-to-toggle on/off button that ensures against leaks.