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Review on πŸƒ TRIWONDER Lightweight Deluxe Running Race Hydration Vest Backpack Water Pack for Marathoners by Blake Mannasseh

Revainrating 5 out of 5

must withstand a 100 mile race

Received the vest yesterday after a rapid bulk delivery of 2 days and must say I am very impressed. Before you buy, remember that this is not Nathan's vest. Please don't wait. What I like about the vest: The size is true to size. I ordered M/L and am wearing a medium sized t-shirt, it feels snug enough not to bounce during use but not snug enough that I can't breathe properly. size just right. Love the front bottle pockets, they're big enough to use the included soft bottles, or I can use just about any (reasonably sized) bottle I have. The 2 chest straps don't have a pocket that fits my phone at all, but the forearm pockets fit my phone (an iPhone 6 in a rescue pouch). These pockets are large enough for groceries, gels and a charger for your watch when ultra racing. Also do you have 2 small pockets on the chest straps that can hold a gel or maybe a few dollar bills? It's stupid to make them so small. This vest also has an apparent system for holding trekking poles in case you need them during your hike/race/event. I am not sure though as I will never use them. The back pockets are huge. it comes with a bladder isolator (although I'll never use it because I bought it for the front bottle cages). The rear pockets are big enough to hold all the essentials for most ultra races like thermals, a raincoat and another bottle with plenty of room, but not big enough to pack so tight that you can't move. A few little extras that come with the vest: I got 2 small soft canteens, an emergency whistle and an emergency blanket to save space. (whistle and blanket are needed for most 100 mile races) Haven't used them yet but will update in a day or so as needed) ****UPDATE*** After 25 miles of running the vest is holding up great ! It fits well and doesn't bounce even when full. The soft bottles that come with the vest are great; easy to fill and easy to drink. The side pockets are large enough for plenty of provisions and possibly a cell phone. Pockets ended up further back than easily accessible. They are difficult to open no matter what is inside. It is inconvenient to crawl to the lightning bolts and snatch something from them. In general. That's great. I would buy this again. 2 or 3 times.

Pros
  • Tested for one year
Cons
  • Available in white only