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A mountain bike ride through Valley Falls State Park will dehydrate a biker quickly, and a hydration pack such as the Osprey Raptor 14 is designed for longer mountain bike rides. The Osprey Raptor 14 along with the other hydration packs in the Raptor series will be available at retailers in mid February of 2010.

The Osprey Raptor 14 is made from lightweight rip-stop nylon along with stretchable mesh materials. Under duress and stretching, the construction for the Raptor 14 holds up. The pack's Osprey BioStretch harness takes the wear, tear and abuse. The harness is made from foam encapsulated in a stretchable mesh material. The mesh material helps with the Osprey Raptor 14's wicking ability while also providing durability.

Osprey partnered with Nalgene to create an innovative 3-liter hydration reservoir for the Raptor 14. The reservoir fits the ergonomic shape of a biker's back. The hydration reservoir has a convenient handle that makes filling it much easier and not as messy.

The hydration reservoir slides into a dedicated pocket along the back panel of the Raptor 14. The back panel's design conforms the Osprey Raptor 14 to the back. The back panel is covered with mesh and provides a comfortable fit to the back. It also helps moisture wick away quickly from a damp sweaty back since it provides continuous air movement.

The Osprey Raptor 14 keeps a biker prepared and outfitted for longer mountain bike rides. It will be available in retailers in mid February of 2010 in 3 of color schemes – Silt Gray, Sand Gold, and Spruce Green. It has an MSRP of $99 and carries Osprey's All Mighty Guarantee which covers repair or replacement of the product due to damage or defect. The hydration reservoir carries a 1-year warranty through Nalgene.

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