Hydration options for long runs
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I've been using a 72 oz CamelBak for longer runs (over 2 hours), and a handheld for shorter rungs. The CamelBak doesn't quite fit right, so I was thinking of trying a women's-specific pack. I've read good things about Nathan's women's Intensity vest:<br><br><a href="http://www.nathansports.com/our_products/hydration_nutrition/intensity.html" target="_blank">http://www.nathansports.com/our_prod...intensity.html</a><br><br><img alt="" src="http://www.nathansports.com/our_products/hydration_nutrition/hydration_graphics/nathan_women/intensity_265.jpg" style="border:0px solid;"><br><br>
So that's what's on my radar at the moment.
So that's what's on my radar at the moment.
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I use a 50oz camelbak.<br><img alt="" src="http://www.sunandski.com/photos/7753055250560-2T.jpg" style="border:0px solid;"><br><br>
I had been using a handheld, but thought it was not enough fluid. I am not coordinated enough to use two! I love the camelbak. I used to use an Ultimate Direction pack that was 70oz i think, but it gave me terrible back pains. I cannot have anything around my waist. I also like having my hands free. I have been using it for about 6 weeks.
I had been using a handheld, but thought it was not enough fluid. I am not coordinated enough to use two! I love the camelbak. I used to use an Ultimate Direction pack that was 70oz i think, but it gave me terrible back pains. I cannot have anything around my waist. I also like having my hands free. I have been using it for about 6 weeks.
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If Durt had not run with two handhelds at the Northface 50+++++ race, i would have died from dehydration as my camelbak is only as good as the goof ball who fills it <img alt="" class="inlineimg" src="http://www.kickrunners.com/forum/images/smilies/sad.gif" style="border:0px solid;" title="Sad"> I will fill it personally from now on, OR a crew member if i have one.
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I use a combination of bottles. Generally, its a handheld, or a one-bottle Nathan waistpack. When requiring more than 22 oz, then its both. For Mohican, I wore the waistpack. On the longest legs, I took a handheld too.<br><br>
I also have a two-bottle Nathan waistpack that I use mostly for 100M pacing. I used it for Laurel Highlands. It works fine, but I have not run too many event where I need it.<br><br>
I'm interested in one of the camelback-type systems. It seems the way to go for longer or unsupported runs.
I use a combination of bottles. Generally, its a handheld, or a one-bottle Nathan waistpack. When requiring more than 22 oz, then its both. For Mohican, I wore the waistpack. On the longest legs, I took a handheld too.<br><br>
I also have a two-bottle Nathan waistpack that I use mostly for 100M pacing. I used it for Laurel Highlands. It works fine, but I have not run too many event where I need it.<br><br>
I'm interested in one of the camelback-type systems. It seems the way to go for longer or unsupported runs.
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I picked up this camelbak alterra at the beginning of summer. I find it to be comfortable and manageable. However, with 28 oz of fluid, you'll need to find a place to refill it on super long runs. In this heat, I've been drinking the thing dry by 12 miles.
I picked up this camelbak alterra at the beginning of summer. I find it to be comfortable and manageable. However, with 28 oz of fluid, you'll need to find a place to refill it on super long runs. In this heat, I've been drinking the thing dry by 12 miles.
One thing I hadn't figured out until I watched someone do it in a race this year is to switch off hydration options using drop bags.<br><br>
In this case, there was one very slow section in the middle of the course, and someone grabbed a camelback out of her drop bag and dropped her handhelds in. I'm thinking it would be smart to do this as the temperature climbs in early afternoon.
In this case, there was one very slow section in the middle of the course, and someone grabbed a camelback out of her drop bag and dropped her handhelds in. I'm thinking it would be smart to do this as the temperature climbs in early afternoon.
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I just picked up the Charm. Of all the packs I tried on in the store, it was the most comfortable. I have yet to use it, but I have high hopes. My only wish is that it had some storage space (not just that itty bitty pocket), and a bungie. It's hard to find something that works, when most stores don't actually carry them. Buying online and returning can be a pain...
Right now I bring along two handhelds, but I've only been training for a 25k. I'll need to upgrade for longer runs, of course. I really want a Camelbak backpack. I have a waist pack, but I don't like all that movement at the small of my back, and it does not fit my small frame very well.
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no bungie? <img alt="" class="inlineimg" src="http://www.kickrunners.com/forum/images/smilies/sad.gif" style="border:0px solid;" title="Sad"> I use the bungie on my CamelBak to carry a light jacket, a hat, or even an emptied out handheld. I need one of those!
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I don't mind saying that I've always worn a shirt with mine.<br><br>
However, when I was wearing a shirt with a lower v-neck than usual, I discovered that the chest strap chafed me badly and I had to re-engineer the placement of the chest strap...
However, when I was wearing a shirt with a lower v-neck than usual, I discovered that the chest strap chafed me badly and I had to re-engineer the placement of the chest strap...
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I've been eyeing this one. Since I've been rebuilding my mileage this year, I haven't needed more than the two handhelds since Feb. <img alt="" class="inlineimg" src="http://www.kickrunners.com/forum/images/smilies/sad.gif" style="border:0px solid;" title="Sad"><br><br><a href="http://www.golite.com/product/productdetail.aspx?p=PA5253&s=1" target="_blank">http://www.golite.com/product/produc...x?p=PA5253&s=1</a><br><br>
I have the previous version of the 24 which I have used for longer stuff where multiple clothing options were needed. It's a nice size when you have to carry both cold, warm, and/or wet weather gear at once. GoLite's straps are extremely comfortable. More so than the Wasp I have. I forget the GoLite is on.
I have the previous version of the 24 which I have used for longer stuff where multiple clothing options were needed. It's a nice size when you have to carry both cold, warm, and/or wet weather gear at once. GoLite's straps are extremely comfortable. More so than the Wasp I have. I forget the GoLite is on.
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I have a Chaos CamelBak (70 Oz) and UD handhelds (insulated "Fast Draw" model, I think). I sweat a lot and drink a lot. This am I ran a little over 20 and drank the entire camelbak and a handheld and still lost about 5 pounds of water weight (without peeing).<br><br>
I've never run an ultra so, I'm not sure what to do come race day. As there are frequent places to refill, I think I'm going to just go with the two handhelds (which I now carry on most training runs of any distance, just for practice).<br><br>
I've never had any chafing issues with the CamelBak and find it much more comfortable than any waist belts I've used. I have a four bottle Fuel Belt and and a 2X20 Oz. The North Face waist belt that I doubt I'll ever use again...
I've never run an ultra so, I'm not sure what to do come race day. As there are frequent places to refill, I think I'm going to just go with the two handhelds (which I now carry on most training runs of any distance, just for practice).<br><br>
I've never had any chafing issues with the CamelBak and find it much more comfortable than any waist belts I've used. I have a four bottle Fuel Belt and and a 2X20 Oz. The North Face waist belt that I doubt I'll ever use again...
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