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HYDRATION BLADDER

$39.00

Purpose-built for the Ruckaway pack. Stay hydrated without breaking stride — quick refills, secure tube management, and a low-profile fit that won't throw off your balance.

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HYDRATION BLADDER
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HYDRATION BLADDER

Description

Stay hydrated on every ruck with our 2L Hydration Bladder – purpose-built to integrate seamlessly with your Ruckaway backpack. Engineered for endurance and convenience, this bladder keeps water accessible without breaking stride. The slide-seal top opening ensures quick refills and effortless cleaning, while the centre baffle maintains a low-profile fit that won't throw off your balance. BPA-free construction, magnetic hose clip for secure tube management, and a quick-disconnect valve make this the no-fuss hydration solution for long hauls and daily rucks alike.

Features
  • 2L Capacity: Ample hydration for extended rucks without excess bulk.
  • Seamless Integration: Carabiner attaches to interior D-ring; tube exits through backpack port.
  • Magnetic Hose Clip: Secures tube to shoulder strap webbing for quick access.
  • Slide-Seal Opening: Airtight seal with wide-mouth design for easy filling and cleaning.
  • Centre Baffle: Maintains low-profile shape and prevents sloshing when partially full.
  • Angled Bite Valve: Rotates 360° for perfect positioning; integrated shut-off and cover.
  • Quick-Disconnect Fitting: Detach bladder from tube for quick refills without disrupting setup.
  • BPA-Free Construction: Safe, durable materials built for repeated use.
SPECS
  • Capacity: 2L
  • Dimensions: 370mm (H) x 170mm (W)
  • Material: TPU (free from BPA, BPS, BPF, and BPAF)
  • Includes: Hydration bladder, tube, bite valve, magnetic hose clip, carabiner
  • Colour: Neutral grey
SHIPPING & RETURNS
  • Australia-wide shipping
  • Free shipping over $300*
  • 30-day returns (ex. shipping)
  • 1-year warranty

*Excludes remote areas

Real Ruckers. Real Results.

Thousands of kilometres rucked. Here's what people are saying.

Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 20 reviews.

Customer photo review of HYDRATION BLADDER

Used to have to stop and take my pack off every time I needed water.. such a pain when you're in a rhythm. Now I just sip as I go without breaking stride. Makes longer rucks so much easier!

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Customer photo review of HYDRATION BLADDER

I love this hydration bladder, it came in my bundle and it not something that I have tried before or would buy, but now I'm sold. Very happy not to carry a clunky old water bottle around in my hand or sticking out of my pocket.

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Customer photo review of HYDRATION BLADDER

Water bladder works great, integrates easily into the bag and is a simple way to add a little more weight to the ruck and stay hydrated at the same time!

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Customer photo review of HYDRATION BLADDER

My partner and I recently purchased two hydration bladders from Ruckaway and have been really impressed. They're high quality, easy to use, and have been leak-free. Having water readily accessible during our rucks has made a huge difference, especially on longer sessions.

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Customer photo review of HYDRATION BLADDER

The Hydration Bladder is a great addition to keep hydrated while you ruck. The magnetic clip makes it easy to sip from and then secure out of the way. It holds 2 litres and is easy to set up and clean.

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Customer photo review of HYDRATION BLADDER

Perfect for heavier weight rucking. It easily lets you hydrate without needing to adjust anything. Strongly recommend

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Customer video review of HYDRATION BLADDER

Took me a minute to figure out threading the tube through but once it’s set up it’s brilliant. Way better than carrying bottles.

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Great accessory. Works well with ruck pack

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Works well. Still clearing the plastic taste out of it

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Great bladder. Love the way it seals up, very easy to use and easy to dry out afterwards.

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Works great, shut off tap is super handy to stop any leaking while travelling

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Picked up a hydration bladder from Ruckaway for my ruck and couldn't be happier with it. Great quality, easy to use, and makes staying hydrated on longer rucks effortless. Highly recommend.

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I’m only just starting out with the Rucking system but I think I’m going to love it… I’m used to doing forced marches with heavy unbalanced weight, but this system keeps me balanced, keeps the weight close to my body and honestly, my experience so far has been great… I’ll update my review later on after I’ve truly experienced the pleasure of using this tough, well made and affordable product.. 👌👌

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Great addition to the pack. Works well - just bite the mouthpiece and make sure the switch is flipped to 'on' and flow is good. Fits nicely in the bag too.

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Very easy to fill and empty compared to a Camelback but not sure the mouth piece is as good to drink from. Overall works well with the backpack

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Flow is smooth, no suction issues at all, and it’s been completely reliable on every walk. Coming from an ex‑military background, I tend to be pretty demanding with gear, and this has honestly performed well beyond my expectations. It’s been comfortable, dependable, and exactly what I needed.

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Love the bladder to go in my Ruckaway pack. Big 2L of water is plenty for long rucks. Extra weight of the 2L actually feels good when rucking! Drinking valve is simple and stays clean.

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FAQs

You don't need one, but most ruckers who try a bladder don't go back to bottles. Hands-free access means you drink more consistently without breaking stride, which matters most on longer or faster sessions. Bottles work fine for shorter rucks under 45 minutes in mild conditions, and you can carry one in the main compartment of the backpack. For anything longer, particularly in Australian heat, a bladder makes the difference between consistent hydration and remembering to stop and drink.

For most rucks under 60 minutes, 500ml to 1L is sufficient. For sessions of 60 to 90 minutes or longer, or in hot Australian conditions, 1.5 to 2L is the practical target. The 2L capacity of this bladder covers the full range. Rucking generates more body heat than walking due to the extra load, so hydration needs are slightly higher than you might expect from a walk of the same duration. In summer or on exposed trails, err on the side of more.

Yes. The carabiner clips to the interior D-ring inside the main compartment, and the tube exits through the dedicated drinking tube port built into the pack. The magnetic hose clip secures the tube to the shoulder strap webbing for quick access without fumbling. It integrates cleanly without affecting weight balance or taking up space you'd otherwise use for gear.

After each use, empty the bladder completely and rinse with clean water. Leave the slide-seal opening propped wide open to air dry. Hanging it upside down works well. For a deeper clean, use a cleaning tablet or diluted baking soda solution, soak for 20 to 30 minutes, then rinse thoroughly. The wide-mouth slide-seal design makes thorough cleaning considerably easier than bladders with narrow necks. Don't leave water sitting in a sealed bladder between sessions. That's where mould starts.

The bladder is made from TPU, a food-grade material that is completely free from BPA, BPS, BPF, and BPAF. These are the plasticiser compounds linked to health concerns in older hydration products. TPU is widely used in high-use hydration gear because it's durable, taste-neutral, and safe for repeated daily use. There's no plastic aftertaste and no compromise on safety.

With regular rinsing and proper drying after each use, most people get years of reliable use from it. The TPU material holds up considerably better under repeated use than older bladder materials. The most common reason bladders fail early is mould from leaving water sitting inside between sessions, which the wide-mouth slide-seal design makes much easier to prevent than bladders with narrow necks.

Yes. The carabiner attachment and standard tube routing make it compatible with most hydration-ready backpacks that have an internal hook point and a drinking tube exit port.