{"product_id":"hydrapak-arcticfusion™-tube-charcoal","title":"HydraPak ArcticFusion™ Tube – Charcoal","description":"\u003cp\u003eKeep a hydration reservoir more usable when temperatures drop. The HydraPak ArcticFusion™ Tube is a premium insulated drink-tube assembly for skiing, snowboarding and cold-weather mountain travel, combining extra foam insulation with a high-flow Phaser™ bite valve and Plug-N-Play™ reservoir connector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe charcoal outer sleeve helps slow heat loss along the hose while protecting the tube in demanding winter conditions. It is designed as a cold-weather upgrade for compatible HydraPak reservoirs—not as a guarantee against freezing—so good winter hydration technique remains essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCold-weather insulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e foam around the drink tube helps slow freezing in low temperatures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtra foam coverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e HydraPak specifies 50% more insulation than competing insulated tubes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhaser™ bite valve:\u003c\/strong\u003e angled high-flow valve supports convenient drinking while moving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtective dust cover:\u003c\/strong\u003e shields the drinking valve from snow, mud and pack grime.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlug-N-Play™ connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e attaches quickly to compatible HydraPak reservoirs and disconnects for refilling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull pack-routing length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 91.44 cm \/ 36 in tube suits common winter backpacks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMountain focused:\u003c\/strong\u003e developed for skiing, snowboarding and high-altitude winter use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBPA- and PVC-free materials:\u003c\/strong\u003e made from TPU, PP\/POM and silicone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProduct type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInsulated cold-weather hydration tube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e91.44 cm \/ 36 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eInternal tube diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 mm \/ 0.25 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e99 g \/ 3.5 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterials\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTPU, PP\/POM and silicone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eColour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCharcoal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eValve\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhaser™ bite valve with dust cover\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eConnector\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHydraPak Plug-N-Play™\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMagnet compatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDoes not fit the standard HydraPak tube magnet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMaterial safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBPA- and PVC-free\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended use cases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSki touring and resort skiing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSnowboarding and splitboarding\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWinter hiking and snowshoeing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh-altitude trekking in cold conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCold-weather work, hunting and expeditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ArcticFusion™ Tube uses HydraPak’s Plug-N-Play™ reservoir connection. Confirm that your reservoir has the same connector before ordering. Its 6 mm internal tube diameter does not fit the standard HydraPak tube magnet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCold-weather use guidance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe bite valve is not fully insulated:\u003c\/strong\u003e it can freeze before the insulated section of the tube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAfter drinking, blow remaining water back into the reservoir so it does not sit inside the tube or valve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKeep the valve protected inside a jacket, insulated shoulder-strap sleeve or sheltered pocket when practical.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDrink regularly; a valve left exposed and unused for long periods is more likely to freeze.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIn extreme cold, carry an independent backup water source.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEmpty the reservoir and disconnect the existing tube at the Plug-N-Play™ port.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInspect and clean the reservoir connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInsert the ArcticFusion™ connector until it is securely seated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRoute the tube without sharp bends and keep as much of it protected by the pack as possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFill the reservoir and test the connection, valve and flow before entering cold conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCleaning and storage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRinse after every use, especially after drink mixes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClean the internal tube with an appropriately sized hydration-tube brush.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWash and inspect the bite valve and dust cover separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDry the tube completely before storage to limit odour and residue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReplace the assembly if the tubing, insulation, connector or valve becomes damaged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompare HydraPak tube and reservoir options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eKey difference\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArcticFusion™ Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreezing and winter conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum cold-weather tube insulation with Phaser™ valve.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/hydrapak-hydraflex-tube-clear\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHydraFlex™ Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLightweight three-season use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClear, non-insulated replacement tube weighing 51 g.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/hydrapak-force-2l-hydration-reservoir\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForce™ 2L\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRugged hydration and moderate insulation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComplete reservoir supplied with a lighter HydraFusion™ insulated tube.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/hydrapak-contour-hydration-reservoir\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContour™ 2L \/ 3L\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow-profile hiking and ski packs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible reservoir platform that can be upgraded with ArcticFusion™.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose the ArcticFusion™ Tube when cold-weather flow protection matters more than minimum weight, and always use winter practices to protect the exposed valve from freezing.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HydraPak","offers":[{"title":"Charcoal","offer_id":54767662596375,"sku":"A186","price":2500.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/2243\/6119\/files\/hydrapak-arcticfusion-tube-charcoal.png?v=1787633312","url":"https:\/\/skimo.in\/products\/hydrapak-arcticfusion%e2%84%a2-tube-charcoal","provider":"Skimo.in","version":"1.0","type":"link"}