Osprey Packs, a leader in creating top-quality, high-performance, innovative packs to comfortably and efficiently carry gear, announced today that they have partnered with Hydrapak – the creator of innovative hydration solutions for performance-driven people – to collaboratively design and manufacture Osprey Hydraulics™ reservoirs. These reservoirs will be used in Osprey’s full line of hydration packs and sold separately beginning with the Spring 2016 collection.
The all-new Osprey Hydraulics by Hydrapak system includes two reservoir models – Hydraulics and Hydraulics LT. The new Osprey Hydraulics by Hydrapak are all backed by Osprey’s All Mighty Guarantee™ – a lifetime guarantee on all Osprey packs, reservoirs and accessories. Both models incorporate an array of leading-edge features, including:
• Exclusive Carry Handle – promotes simple handling and management
• Exclusive Pour Shield – promotes easy filling and emptying of reservoir
• Top Opening Slider – simplifies filling and cleaning
• Hydrapak Blaster™ Bite Valve – allows for smooth drinking and fast flow
• QuickConnect™ – ensures easy loading and filtering
• Hose & Sternum Strap Magnet – unobtrusively manages drinking hose
The Hydraulics reservoir, ideal for large volume packs and long duration activities, will be available in 2L and 3L volumes and include Osprey’s Hydrostatic™ backerplate for easy pack loading and maintaining a flat profile.
The Hydraulics LT version, available in 1.5L and 2.5 L volumes, includes twin baffles to stabilize water and maintain a flat profile. The LT reservoirs are lightweight and flexible for small volume packs or light and fast activities.
“A durable, high quality reservoir is expected from each brand,” says Chris Horton, PLM for Osprey Packs “But with both Hydrapak and Osprey Pack’s design teams collaborating, we had the opportunity to create new innovative, user focused design details that solidifies them as the best pack reservoirs on the market.”
Osprey launched Hydration in Spring/Summer 2010, harnessing its rich history and expertise in carry, comfort and fit to deliver packs with an integrated hydration system. Today, Osprey offers hydration packs for hiking, trail fitness and bike. New for Spring/Summer 2016 is the gender specific Manta AG™ and Mira AG™ hydration packs, utilizing the brand’s ground-breaking Anti-Gravity™ Suspension technology. In addition to Manta AG/Mira AG, Osprey is introducing the Skarab and Skimmer series of gender specific hiking hydration packs as well as the redesigned faster and lighter Viper and Verve bike hydration packs.
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