Top Running Waist Packs for Summer
With Summer running comes hot and humid weather which in turn results in the need of hydration on just about every run. And while there are many ways to carry that thirst quenching goodness,...
Category: Running Packs & Vests
Cold Weather Running Gear
Colder weather is here, but that shouldn’t stop you from getting outside and enjoying the fresh air. With a little help from some great gear you can be prepared for the colder weather. This...
Mountainsmith Develops Trailblazing Zerk 40L Fastpack
Mountainsmith, craftsmen of iconic backcountry equipment and recreational outdoor gear has created the ultimate thru-hiking pack co-designed with elite long distance hiker, The Real Hiking Viking, aka Thomas Gathman. Mountainsmith and Gathman drew inspiration...
Best Running Hydration Packs
Optimal hydration is essential for continued performance on the run. And while we love handhelds, there is no more of a convenient way to carry your hydration and running essentials than a hydration pack....
HydraPak Review
Pushing boundaries to redefine the future of hydration, HydraPak creates innovative solutions that stand up to the harshest environments. Easy-to-use and highly functional, these HydraPak products showcase the technical manufacturing expertise that has distinguished...
Inov-8 Race Elite Vest Review
Letting yourself get dehydrated is the quickest way to derail your performance and ruin your run. Using a hydration vest is a convenient and easy way to bring along that precious water, without interfering...
Ultimate Direction Jurek FKT Vest Review
Ultimate Direction continues to push innovation with the UD Jurek FKT Vest. This running pack has a minimalist design with the ability to carry all your gear for an extended run or race. I’ve...
Nathan VaporKrar 4L Race Vest Review
One essential piece of running gear for any trail runner is the hydration vest. The perfect vest needs to have a comfortable secure fit, a good hydration set up, and plenty of easily accessible...
Ultimate Direction Adventure Vesta (Jenny Collection) Review
Pros of the Ultimate Direction Adventure Vesta (Jenny Collection) -Mesh straps for all day comfort and breathability function well in hot conditions -Maximum amount of adjustability through different strap configurations -There is an amazing amount...
Orange Mud Hydraquiver Vest Pack 2 Review
Initial Thoughts on the Orange Mud Hydraquiver Vest Pack 2 “Innovation from frustration” is the Mantra from Orange Mud founder Josh Sprague (read our interview here) – Josh was bothered by many of the same...
Ultimate Direction PB Adventure Vest 3.0 Review
When you stamp the name Peter Bakwin on your adventure vest it had better perform above and exceed all expectations one puts on it. However when Peter Bakwin actually gets involved and helps Ultimate...
Camelbak Ultra 4 Review
The CamelBak Ultra 4 is promoted as the versatile running vest to handle both long runs and epic runs. Since all of my runs are epic and most of them are long, this pack should...
CamelBak ultra 10 Vest Review
Suggested Retail Price: $150 Total Capacity: 610 cu in / 8L + 2L Reservoir Total Weight: 1 lb 3 oz / .55 kg (pack only) Sizing: One size fits most Hydration Reservoir: 2L /...
Ultimate Direction Access 20 Plus Review
The Ultimate Direction Access 20 Plus is a waist belt hydration system ideal for packing hydration, a phone, energy bars, and keys on short or long runs. I love the idea of being able to run...
Ultimate Direction Fastdraw 20 Extreme Review
The Ultimate Direction Fastdraw 20 Extreme is a handheld hydration system for use during runs in hot or cold conditions. I generally prefer handheld hydration to a waist-belt system, and was excited to try...
Mountain Hardwear Fluid Race Vest Review
The Mountain Hardwear Fluid Race Vest was designed by many members of the Montrail Elite Race Team, Mountain Hardwear’s sister company. The pack design is incredibly well thought out and provides an ultra-light mode...
Gregory Tempo 5 Review
With a long standing heritage of making great packs, Gregory decided it’s time to take its pack knowledge and enter the running scene. While there are a number of running pack makers out there,...
Ultimate Direction Wink Review
Hydration systems take on many different shapes and sizes. There are waist belts, vests, standard backpacks, handhelds, and packs that straddle across more than one category. There are also various sizes available to allow...
