USMC Outdoors Coyote Tube Replacement Kit with QMT-IRR Tube and Storm QMT Valve Review

I was having trouble finding the right tube for my camel until I came across this one. I don't think this particular pipe is sold anywhere else. This is exactly what I was looking for and it matches the original with the letter T.

Exactly as described, usmc release source wxp replacement bladder hose and it comes with a quick release bladder hose replacement which is amazing for the price too. Everything new sealed in plastic. Very satisfied.

I love the design of this valve/hose kit but unfortunately it leaks. I asked for instructions on how to fix the bite valve leak but was told to return the first one and get another one. So I did. 2 works the same. I was on a hike with 1stbi and the drips made me look like I was sweating like a pig and peed my pants. Unkind. With the second I tested at home. Leakage is 1 to 2 ounces per hour. I walk with a water bladder over my backpack. So, with the gravitational push, I'm probably getting more

Leaked from packaging at connector. Upon inspection, it was found that the plastic fitting pinched the pipe when inserted during manufacture. To fix this I cut half an inch of tubing and fabric and replaced the fitting. Easy enough. Now works like a charm. While it performs like a 5 star product after my upgrade, there's no reason something "military grade" shouldn't go through some sort of quality control process. These are the Americans, I expect my products to work flawlessly right away…

I have tried many reservoirs and tubes from different manufacturers. I recently purchased a low profile source chamber that came with insulated tubing and a storm valve. He instantly became my favorite of them all. The coiled tube makes a clear temperature difference with the first sip. In 80 degree weather, the water in the hose stayed colder than the water in the bladder. I look forward to spitting hot water during our summer in Louisiana. The storm valve is even better. This is my first bite