Rider is SOURCE’s premier low profile hydration pack, designed specifically for ballistic vest integration yet quickly converts for back carriage or ruck insertion. Maximum utilization of our low profile technology greatly reduces the depth of the carrier making it a true low profile system. The Rider is a component of SOURCE Virtus Soldier System as selected by the UK MOD in 2015 for the British Armed Forces.

Backpack Features

• Dual function: can be worn backpack style or quickly converted for direct armor attachment or backpack insertion.
• X-QCA System connects Rider securely to armor or backpack with no need for additional straps or hardware; fits a wide variety of vest configurations; the X-QCA attaches diagonally and won’t loosen as water is consumed and reservoir volume changes.
• Tuck-away contoured shoulder straps are patterned for comfort and designed to fold into a back storage pocket when not in use.
• 3 rows of MOLLE webbing.
• Adjustable sternum strap for enhanced carrying stability.
• Elastic secured loops keep loose strap-ends from dangling.
• Easy reservoir access for a quick refill while pack stays on the vest; zippered wide opening is secured with velcro + an optional snap.
• Dual tube routing: top and side ports allow the drinking tube to be routed either over the shoulder or below the arm.
• Closed-cell insulation keeps liquids cool.
• Condensation drain port drains condensation from the insulated reservoir sleeve.

WLPS Low Profile Water Bladder

Includes SOURCE 3L WLPS low profile hydration bladder with tough 3 layer construction featuring Glass-like; Taste-Free; Grunge-Guard antimicrobial material.

• Leak-proof Widepac opening.
• Self-sealing SQC connecting the drinking tube to the bladder: simply disconnect the drinking tube when inserting/refilling the bladder.
• Drinking valve connected with quick coupling, allows quick attachment of accessories like SOURCE UTA Rapid Refill Adaptor, Helix Valve or filters without spilling.