Camelbak Motherlode Lite Military Hydration Pack

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And in case you’re not a fan of the clamshell opening, don’t fret. You can adjust the lower compression straps over the zipper so that the compartment only opens halfway! Hit pay dirt with the all new Motherlode. A redesign of a classic, the new Motherlode has the cargo and organisation you've come to love, but now includes a 3L, 100oz Mil Spec Crux Lumbar Reservoir that delivers 25% more water per sip and moves your water lower, increasing your stability and comfort. Perfect for multi-day missions, the Motherlode has over 35L of cargo, tons of gear organisation, and our new laser cut Mountain™ MOLLE, making it fast and easy to attach additional accessories.

Also, the tube cover is insulated, and it protects your water from nasty UV rays. This also means that, even though the tube is exposed, it won’t get hot that easily, and the water inside it should stay cool for a longer time.There are two holes at the top of this compartment, one on the left and one on the right. These are there so that you can pull the bladder hose through them, and attach it to the shoulder strap. And at least that’s one thing they haven’t really changed – your old cleaning kit (if you have one) should work perfectly fine with the Mili Spec Crux reservoir. Given that the average war fighter has approximately 95lbs of "battle rattle," CamelBak has continued to commit resources to research and development to keep their products on the leading edge of technology. The Motherlode was designed for people who spend a lot of time outdoors in rugged conditions. And those people usually need plenty of gear to keep them going for a few days. Another thing that’s new is the angled exit port.Now, it is optimized for attaching purifiers and similar accessories. Useful if you’re ever in the wilderness for so long that you have to turn to water sources that aren’t the safest.

But they did improve some features that are not visible to the naked eye, so let’s talk about those. The new and improved Crux delivers 25% more water per sip, so it will be easier for you to stay hydrated throughout your adventures. The old valve of the Crux featured a lever, which didn’t always work as expected. The cap is a much safer bet – there’s no way any water will leak if the valve is completely covered. Even with the HydroGuard antibacterial coating, you still need to properly clean your reservoir every so often.But it’s great for the things you want to keep separate from the gear in the main compartment, or just any small items that you want to have handy at all times. Laser Cut MOLLE Panels The Crux delivers 25% more water per sip with easy one-handed on/off water flow, Hydroguard technology to restrict bacteria growth and an easy-open cap with a large ergonomic handle for easy refilling. CamelBak completely dropped their old Crux reservoir and replaced it with the Mil-Spec Crux. They changed its color, the design of the valve, and the overall efficiency of the water delivery system. But I think that’s pretty much the only downside to the new redesign. The new hipbelt is not removable anymore, but you can stow it when not in use. Now, let’s talk a little bit about how the new Motherlode is different from the previous one, and whether or not you should upgrade. What’s New?

Additionally, the HydroGuard technology is also applied to the inside of the tube, ensuring that no bacteria can stay alive inside it. The valve of the reservoir is probably what changed the most. It is still a self-sealing bite valve,which prevents it from leaking even a single drop on you. The new thing about it is that now it has a cap that allows you to fully close it. The Crux allows for one-handed hydration, which is perfectly fine for me. The tube is threaded through the reservoir compartment and through loops on the right shoulder strap. When you feel like taking a sip, all you need to do is lift it up to your mouth, pop off the cap and start drinking. It’s not removable, but it is stowable. There are two loops just above the straps, that you can use to stow away the hipbelt when you’re not using it.Will it fit everything you need? And will you be able to keep your gear organized, and access it easily whenever you want? Let’s find out. The Main Compartment