Prior to the arrival of Gerber's Epoch XC (and its companion Gerber hydration products), backpackers had a monkey on their collective back. That being, how the heck are you supposed to keep the darned reservoir clean?

Well, Gerber answers that question in a most unexpected way: In the dishwasher. Because with our patent-pending Liquifusion™ reservoir system, you can just pitch that puppy right in the machine with the knives and forks. No more tedious brushings. No more bad results.

The Epoch XC gives a good amount of cargo space; about right for four to six hours in the field. And our 2" adjustable waistband works with broad shoulder straps and stabilizing sternum strap to maximize your comfort. For sure, the Epoch XC represents a new era in hydration.