Six trail running backpacks and hydration vests you should try on your next shopping trip
- Make sure you have a pack that suits your needs, can carry all your gear and is a comfortable fit
Trail and ultra runners can chose from a wide range of backpacks and vests. They vary in size and purpose, from larger packs to fill with all your mandatory gear and water bladders, to minimal vests that hug your torso, designed to hold a couple of water bottles and some snacks. A backpack is typically bigger, and has a large area for gear. A vest is a tight-fitting torso garment, with less storage, that holds minimal gear in place often by pressing it against your body.
Next time you’re out shopping, be sure to check these ones out.
Hoka Race Vest
The Hoka Race vest, which comes in both men and women’s style, has a lot of storage for a vest. At eight litres, it verges on a backpack, but is still tight and comfortable for running speed. There are two bottle pockets on the front and a back compartment for additional storage that is suitable for a bladder. There’s a pocket across the back you can reach while it's still on your back, to easily stow away things like hats or glasses. You are able to store your poles on the backpack too, although they can be hard to reach when you’re moving.
Hoka Evo