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Your favorite hydration packs
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I'm moving out to Phoenix next week and I'm ill prepared for runs and rides in 105+ degree heat, from both a gear and acclimation perspective. What are some of your favorite hydration packs or even belts? I'm thinking I want to do 2 different packs. One small light one that I could use for shorter runs, and one a little more substantial with around a 2L bladder and room for a little bit of gear. The bigger one I would also use for rides and some hiking. I still want it to be light enough to run in. I'm not doing ultras or day long hikes, so I won't need to fit a ton of gear in it.

I usually don't run with anything under 1 hour or 90 minutes if it's not hot out, but I tried running in Phoenix last week and was struggling 20 minutes in. The dry heat just sucked up any water I had in my system.
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Re: Your favorite hydration packs [roacher78] [ In reply to ]
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My Nathan Vapor wrap is good, 2 liter bladder and 2 pockets for water bottles. It is a tad heavy so expect to slow down 30 seconds per mile depending on what you add. Another plus is that it has enough room in the pack for day hikes.
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Re: Your favorite hydration packs [roacher78] [ In reply to ]
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I use my Ultimate direction SJ pack for long trail runs and it's the best i've ever had. spacious and comfortable with pockets everywhere. room enough for a bladder and space for jacket, toque and gloves. It doesn't move much at all when running and i've never had comfort issues with it. Pockets on the front mean i can have bear spray within easy reach together with a mix bottle or a cell depending on the conditions. I like th elittle pockets for TP and gels etc which i can access without removing th epack at any time. I hope that helps.

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Re: Your favorite hydration packs [roacher78] [ In reply to ]
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Another vote for the Ultimate Direction SJ vest. I have the 2.0 and love it!
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