Running Packs & Belts

For most, there is a distinct line where running stops and other adventures begin. The LF 2L Running Belt from Raide Research was made for athletes whose aspirations take them on the road less traveled. Raide's LF 2L can carry loads that would crumple lesser belts, so take that 30m line and ultralight harness. As the day progresses and fuel diminishes, the inner bungee system allow..

Naked® Sports Innovations has earned a reputation and cult following among ultra-runners and other endurance athletes alike for creating a unique range of products and perhaps at the top of that list is the Naked® Running Band. This band comprises of three tube-style pockets for the potential to carry 2+ liters of hydration and is constructed from Naked® Exopower mesh which has imp..

A good running belt is an essential piece that every runner should have. For runs where a vest is far too much volume, the NNormal Run Belt is precisely what you'll want. The front pocket is large enough to hold lengthy soft flasks, with side pockets for smaller items such as nutrition or your phone. On the back is a waterproof pocket and elastic loops for stashing your poles when ..

So, you have finally converted to running with poles. It's about time! However, that begs the question, what to do with your poles when snacking, layering, or moving through terrain where you do not want them? Go for the weird armpit tuck? Lucky for you, Leki has a solution. The Leki Trail Running Pole Belt is the perfect place to stash poles when needed. Keeping poles tucked safel..

Grandeur Peak is a popular 4.4-mile out-and-back on the edge of Salt Lake City, offering a vertical kilometer of climbing on its well-worn trails. Though it's a short distance, the effort involved typically requires bringing along some supplies. It's for quick occasions like this that the minimalist Trail Force 2 was invented. On the shoulder straps are two zippered pockets intende..

Stop running with all of your gear spilling out of your arms and hands like a fool, and instead put it in your NNormal Race Vest! With a five-liter capacity, this vest boasts a plethora of pockets, including a full-length back storage; pairs of flask, stache, and zip pockets up front; and a waterproof pass-through pocket for valuables or extra layers that you want to keep dry in in..

A well made running vest should feel like a seamless addition to any run. So comfortable you forget it is there, and pockets strategically placed to keep everything in arms reach. With the Women’s Distance 4 Vest, Black Diamond sought to accomplish all of the above. Sporting a Women’s specific fit as well as a suspension system made from stretchy and comfortable self-bound stretch ..

In a running vest, size is critical. Too baggy, and you risk stroopwafel shaped bruises from the contents of your pack bouncing off your lumbar for miles on end. Too tight, and you won’t be taking a full breath. Black Diamond has tackled this issue with 3 different sizes in their new Distance 4 vest. This second generation running vest also has first class accommodations thanks to ..

Here at SkyRun, we're partial to any product with the word 'Sky' in it. The word conjures images of intrepid mountain runners silhouetted against an azure background. Ahh, bliss. The Sky 4 Vest does little to dispel these associations, built as it is for runners demanding ultimate lightness and breathability. Four liters may not sound like much carrying capacity, but it does allow ..

A timeless classic, the Salomon ADV Skin 5 has passed folks on mountain trails for ages, and it's easy to see why. With Salomon's Sensifit construction, lightweight and adjustment cords can be dialed in so that the stretchy fabric snugly contours to your torso for in-motion stability without becoming uncomfortable or restricting your lungs. Designed to be reservoir compatible, with..

CAMP consulted with Italian skyrunners Giuditta Turini and Franco Collé in updating the Trail Force 5, a sleek pack built for skyrun races and quick strikes in the mountains. The TF5 2.0 drops weight from its predecessor, yet maintains enough material to prevent the pack from shifting around when taken out on a run. This version is built with soft edging, so it's less likely to cha..

Five liters is the perfect size for a running vest. It could be argued it is also the perfect size for a tub of ice cream, but that's a whole different conversation. When Kilian Jornet set out to create the best running gear available, the NNormal Race Pack was born! Inspired by athletes, the biggest request from the NNormal running crew was, "no bounce!" With that in mind, the eng..

With so many great options, how do you find the running vest suited for you? Tailored to the female anatomy, the Mammut Aenergy TR 5 pack lends itself to various shapes and sizes. With the adjustment options at the chest and sides, you have the ability to dial in an amazing bounce-free fit. A generous 5 liters of storage will get most through mid-distance runs and all but the longe..

With all the choices for different running vests, what makes Mammut's Aenergy TR 5 worthy of your hard-earned dollars? From a company steeped in a history of mountaineering, Mammut has taken years of product development and poured that knowledge into its running line. All the collective wisdom went into creating a durable, lightweight vest that competes with more well-known brands...

Running vests are a great way to carry things on runs and during races, but can be cumbersome and inefficient if not laid out correctly. Enter the Dynafit DNA 8 Vest, which is lightweight, great fitting, and intuitive. Adding to the efficiency is the included pole quiver, which can be placed over your desired shoulder, horizontally on the rear, or vertically on the front. Gone are ..

The Trail Force 10 is back with some cool updates geared toward total comfort and usability. Every inch of this pack is bursting with Easter eggs, making the 10-liter a great Goldilocks size for bringing along a fuller gear collection on your runs. The upper material is a two-way compression stretch fabric that shrink-wraps its carrying contents to minimize movement, while the shou..

From the fit to storage solutions and the overall construction, the wizards at La Sportiva have again pleased us by creating the Ultra Trail Vest 10L. This Italian work of art may be the one vest to rule them all by eliminating the need for a lower-volume vest for shorter days. The two front hydration pockets keep the included soft flasks secure while on the move. Two additional fr..

Sometimes a minimal, low-volume belt or race vest just isn't enough. Whether you need space for an overnight kit, or just really want a big hoagie with a tall beer at the summit, the Salomon ADV Skin 12 Vest is what you should be grabbing. With a 12-liter capacity, the ADV Skin 12 is more than capable for the longest of your mountain runs. Thanks to the Sensifit construction and Qu..

If you're going the full distance of any ultramarathon, or just out for a "mere" 26.2 miles, you'll need to come prepared. When aid stations are sparse, or your unsupported FKT attempt is looming, you can depend on the Ultra 12 running pack from Dynafit to be your trusty companion. Numerous front stretch pockets and three overlapping back pockets keep your gear collection on hand w..

The Trail Force 20 is an offering from CAMP geared towards multi-day races where a smaller pack won't cut it. Long gone are the days when packs simply consisted of a pouch with a couple of dividers to keep your stuff generally sorted. Now, CAMP references principles of anterior/posterior balance, compression, and interior/exterior pocket allocation in their quest for an organized b..

You love your Sense Pro 5 pack from Salomon, you love your running poles, now how to get the two together? Simply attach a Custom Quiver pole carry from Salomon to your pack and away you go! The large opening makes for quick and efficient storage, so you won't miss a beat, a step, a stride, or a moment of time as you zero in on a PR, or just make that next time cutoff. An easily ac..

Have you ever gone on a run where you didn’t have enough stuff to warrant a pack but didn’t think stuffing your pockets with water bottles was a good idea either? Cue the Flask Belt. It will carry everything you need and nothing you don’t. Two external pockets accommodate your Dynafit Flasks and two zip pockets store keys, goos, food, gloves, and other small items you’ll want to ha..

Sometimes you just don't need a running vest or pack, it's just empty space going along for a ride. Why not consolidate and simplify with Dynafit's Alpine Running belt? Three pockets can hold flasks, nutrition, gloves, or a compact wind layer. Colored pull tabs on each pocket make accessing your gear, hydration, or fuel a snap on the go. As much fun as it is to stick yourself with ..

Not all runs require voluminous packs, ergo the CAMP Ergo Belt makes way more sense when the mileage is in the single digits. This comfortable belt is lightweight, simple, and capable of bringing just the essentials - such as two soft flasks. Which is convenient because they're included with the belt (300ml and 600ml). Constructed out of hyperlight ripstop nylon, you can expect it ..

Not every run is an expedition that requires a bulky hydration pack. Keep it minimalistic with the comfortable Ultimate Direction Utility Belt. Four pockets on a stretchy mesh material allow you to carry what you need - such as water, phone, keys, and nutrition - without any bounce or jostling. Silicone-printed elastic straps even allow you to stash the poles when they’re not being..

Maybe if you had access to a magic crystal ball or Miss Cleo on speed dial, you’d be more certain about what gear you’d need for tomorrow’s all day running adventure. But assuming you don’t (or do you?!), the CAMP Trail Force 10 gives you more space to bring those extra pieces of gear, water, and nutrition. And despite the bigger carrying capacity the Trail Force 10 is every bit as..