SOURCE Assault 18L military hydration back pack

[milsec]

Source military hydration back packs available in Multicam, O/D green, coyote and black.
assault thumb.jpg Assault 18L cargo/3L water @ R1245 (R1394 for MC)
Highperformance hydration Assault pack. Features: Generous main compartment with 1large expandable back pocket. Pocket includes "storganizers" fororganizing small items. Lightweight hipbelt for load stability.

• Padded cool mesh back panel and shoulder straps.
• Load compression straps.
• Multiple MOLLE attachments.
• Velcro for ID tags.
• Insulated hydration compartment.
• Durable Nylon.
• 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.

Liquid Capacity:	3L
Cargo Capacity:	18L
Weight (pack + reservoir):	1.38kg
Hydration System:	WXP™
Reservoir:	435 micron co-extruded Glass-Like™ PE
Valve:	Angled Storm™ Valve
Tube:	Weave Covered 94cm/37in long

[KK20]

i use this brand for my cycling and hiking and its truely an excellent product. the leak proof slider opening is brillaint and effective.
customer service direct from israel for replacement odds and ends was very impressive.

[Antlion]

How does this brand compare to camelbaks military product line?

[Steve Nuns]

How does this brand compare to camelbaks military product line?

I would also like to know. I am busy trying to decide between the Source Assault and the Camelbak HAWG. I was set on the HAWG until I contacted Andre at MS Equipment on Friday and he suggested that I look at the Source. Now I am confused. Gonna have to make a turn there and try them out. In the meantime, if anybody has the info to do a comparison, I would be very interested.

[KK20]

i prefer source over the camel back hydration unit.
i like the bladder which opens up full and reduces crevices etc making flushing /rinsing a breeze.
the slide lock works easily and simple yet so effective.
i like the tube and mouth valve with the cap that keeps grime out.
one can use the camelback valve (DIY home conversion)
i like the free flow of fluid.

the bag itself is designed and built well.

[milsec]

Sourcenamed Best forBattlefield in Army Times hydration review
http://militarytimes.com/blogs/gearscout/2011/01/13/we-put-8-hydration-systems-through-the-grinder/

[Steve Nuns]

i prefer source over the camel back hydration unit.
i like the bladder which opens up full and reduces crevices etc making flushing /rinsing a breeze.
the slide lock works easily and simple yet so effective.
i like the tube and mouth valve with the cap that keeps grime out.
one can use the camelback valve (DIY home conversion)
i like the free flow of fluid.

the bag itself is designed and built well.

Thanks for this feedback, KK20.

I have been doing quite a bit of reading up on this and the idea is starting to grow on me. They also seem to have a few useful accessories for it such as the gadget to fill it through the tube. Think I will have to go and see it myself sometime and then decide.

I will post my decision here in a few weeks and, if I get the Source, will do a review.

[Steve Nuns]

Sourcenamed Best forBattlefield in Army Times hydration review
http://militarytimes.com/blogs/gears...h-the-grinder/

Thanks milsec. Read that one a few times. Impressed. But still thinking. Will come and check it out sometime.

[KK20]

i forgot to mention that the taste of water is unaffected by the material used. i am very sensitive to it and i pick up that tast in other brands. even with water thats carried around for days , its still fresh with not chemical /plastic/synthetic taste.

[Steve Nuns]

i forgot to mention that the taste of water is unaffected by the material used. i am very sensitive to it and i pick up that tast in other brands. even with water thats carried around for days , its still fresh with not chemical /plastic/synthetic taste.

Thanks. This is also helpful.