So, I haven’t been a big fan of the fuel belt when it comes to hydration during the long runs. I felt like it was a bit cumbersome and annoying to carry four separate water bottles on my hip (just my opinion). I did a little research and decided to purchase an inexpensive hydration pack by High Sierra.
Today was my first day with the pack and I loved it! Here’s what I found:
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- It was more comfortable to wear;
- held more fluids;
- the water was easy to access and;
- It has a front pocket perfect for carrying my GU and iPhone.
WINNER: Hydration pack. I’m official done with my fuel belt.
IRON PT WOD 9/22/2012 7:13AM Hill/Trail Run
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15 mi; average pace – 8’27″; calories – 1770
Minutes/mile: 8’44″, 8’08″, 8’08″, 8’16″, 8’34″, 8’10″, 8’03″, 7’51″, 7’48″, 8’42″, 8’48″, 9’12″, 8’55″, 8’14″, 7’52″
