Posted: 3/9/2010 8:14:56 AM EDT
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I am trying to get serious with my runs since its getting warmer out, and I figure wearing a camelback would be a great way for me to do some long distance, high intensity runs. Is it at all possible/comfortable to run with a camelback on? I would hate for it to be moving all over the place on my back while I run. I was looking at this model in particular http://www.uscav.com/Productinfo.aspx?productID=7842&TabID=548 |
| Get the stream lines ones. I have/can run with them. I usually fill 1/3 or so and compress out all air. I have to have it cinched down tight and tuck the suck tube so that I dont get detracted by the movement. Running with it full changes the balance and other things.... |
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It will be moving all over the place, and eventually cause chaffing. Its hard to not get an up and down motion with a backpack style hydration kit. Most of our hardcore distance runners go with hydration belts.
amphipod hydration belts The hip is the center point, so you get the least ammount of movement in that area. |
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OP,
There is a deal on a camelbak on steepandcheap right now... LINK |
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It will be moving all over the place, and eventually cause chaffing. Its hard to not get an up and down motion with a backpack style hydration kit. Most of our hardcore distance runners go with hydration belts. amphipod hydration belts The hip is the center point, so you get the least ammount of movement in that area. +1 for the amphipod hydration belts I ran with it in Iraq when I was training for marathon back in 08. Much better than a camelback IMO Monk |
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If I'm running anything more than 6-7 miles, I take my M.U.L.E. The route I run has drinking fountains, but I found out the hard way they shut them off late fall through early spring regardless of the temperature. |
| I'm trying one out as an alternative to the hydration belt during training runs. I am worried about the chafing, but they do carry more water and I do not have access to refills on the trail. At long distances this becomes an issue. I bought a knockoff and it leaked all over in under 10 minutes so I have not taken the replacement out for a spin. I really just want some variety, and most any weight on a long run will start to piss you off after a while. The belt was my first choice and it has made me wish there were always people handing out little cups of water by the side of the road. |
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I'm trying one out as an alternative to the hydration belt during training runs. I am worried about the chafing, but they do carry more water and I do not have access to refills on the trail. At long distances this becomes an issue. I bought a knockoff and it leaked all over in under 10 minutes so I have not taken the replacement out for a spin. I really just want some variety, and most any weight on a long run will start to piss you off after a while. The belt was my first choice and it has made me wish there were always people handing out little cups of water by the side of the road. Which belt did you buy? If its amphipod, you can always buy more bottles or bigger ones for the belt... |
| I don't have the nice amphipod belt, but I am trying out a Coleman knockoff backpack as well. I tried the hydration backpack this weekend for 9 miles. It did really well and I like the extra storage option since I take: key, gels, wipes, money, inhaler, and sometimes more. I would pare it down because the weight is frustrating, but on a 17mi training run I need it all. The backpack did not make my lower back sore like the belt does. I avoided chafing with some band-aids, but a strap right across the chest will get one bleeding in a hurry otherwise. I will upgrade to the nicer amphipod and camelback eventually. Right now I am putting my lawyer's kids through college...so less money for running. It does help me keep my head on straight though. |
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I often run with an older version of this:
http://www.roadrunnersports.com/rrs/products/NTN142/ Having water available is sort of a crutch for me, plus I can put my NAA mini revolver comfortably in the pouch. |
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Some important things to keep in mind. Tight straps to keep pack movement to a minimum Comfortable straps (if they are tight they will have to be) Get all the air out of the bladder (keep water sloshing to a minimum) Make sure the bladder is secure in the pack (the pack might not move but if the bladder moves in the pack it is just as bad) Secure the drink line, that flopping around is also annoying (the key rings that have a retractable line work great for this, example: http://www.kaba.com.au/contentblob/171812/image/retractable-key-ring_jpg.jpg) Keep in mind side to side movement can be just as bad as up and down. |
