Small rucksak for running?
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el stovey said:
Good shout but I like the hands free approach!This is on the radar: http://www.wiggle.co.uk/salomon-agile-7-rucksack/
For wallet, phone and keys you might find 5L is a bit on the large side and they wobble around inside the pack.
Appreciate you're looking for a backpack, but have you considered a smaller waist pack? If you get the fit right, you'll barely notice it's there with less in contact with your skin and a smaller overall size, plus everything is much more easily accessible so if you really need to you can pull out a waterproof and put it on whilst you're still running.
(Like this one? http://www.wiggle.co.uk/inov-8-race-elite-3-aw14/ )
I genuinely didn't think I'd get on with one, but won't go back to using my old Camelbak now.
Appreciate you're looking for a backpack, but have you considered a smaller waist pack? If you get the fit right, you'll barely notice it's there with less in contact with your skin and a smaller overall size, plus everything is much more easily accessible so if you really need to you can pull out a waterproof and put it on whilst you're still running.
(Like this one? http://www.wiggle.co.uk/inov-8-race-elite-3-aw14/ )
I genuinely didn't think I'd get on with one, but won't go back to using my old Camelbak now.
i got a camelbak XCT (now discontinued) a couple of years ago and do rate it highly. i tried the copies made by decathlon etc, but in the end decided to get the original - and i'm glad i did.
used it while training for an ultra - for anything over about 17-18 miles, i need to take some water - and for over 26 miles, need some food. it's got space for putting gloves, hat, waterproof etc, a 2 (or 3) litre reservoir, and pockets along the side for keeping food - very easy to access without even breaking stride, if you need to.
the only thing i noted (and it may well be user error), was some chafing around the waist (low back and on the sides) with longer runs. tried tightening the waistband as much as possible and the arms straps, so it didn't feel like it was moving around, but i guess over 4 hrs plus, any movement, on top of being sweaty, would rub. i also don't think the wicking material of modern running shirts helps either, as they feel quite rough.
hope this mini-review helps - i'd still recommend a camelbak (and not a copy).
ETA - it may be a bit of overkill for what you're after at the moment, but it's certainly comfortable and works well. it'll also allow you to do longer distances etc in future, should you want to.
used it while training for an ultra - for anything over about 17-18 miles, i need to take some water - and for over 26 miles, need some food. it's got space for putting gloves, hat, waterproof etc, a 2 (or 3) litre reservoir, and pockets along the side for keeping food - very easy to access without even breaking stride, if you need to.
the only thing i noted (and it may well be user error), was some chafing around the waist (low back and on the sides) with longer runs. tried tightening the waistband as much as possible and the arms straps, so it didn't feel like it was moving around, but i guess over 4 hrs plus, any movement, on top of being sweaty, would rub. i also don't think the wicking material of modern running shirts helps either, as they feel quite rough.
hope this mini-review helps - i'd still recommend a camelbak (and not a copy).
ETA - it may be a bit of overkill for what you're after at the moment, but it's certainly comfortable and works well. it'll also allow you to do longer distances etc in future, should you want to.
Edited by SpydieNut on Thursday 9th October 12:39
Dakine with integrated camelback are pretty good http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B006UDCMZ2?pc_redi...
But it really depends on how far you expect to run. For 9-13 max I'd suggest that the normal zip pockets in your shorts and a small handheld bottle is sufficient.
But it really depends on how far you expect to run. For 9-13 max I'd suggest that the normal zip pockets in your shorts and a small handheld bottle is sufficient.
I use one of these for hiking mainly but also for jogging, when it is set up right it doesn't bounce.
http://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/raptor-14-p178577
http://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/raptor-14-p178577
I use one of these for all outdoor activities i do where i need storage for keys, wallet, phone etc. Very comfortable, close fitting and light.
www.ebay.co.uk/itm/WOODSIDE-2-LITRE-HYDRATION-PACK...
www.ebay.co.uk/itm/WOODSIDE-2-LITRE-HYDRATION-PACK...
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