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Nathan QuickStart 2.0 6 L Hydration Pack
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Carry the essentials for blissful days spent running on singletrack with the Nathan QuickStart 2.0 6 L hydration pack. It comes with a 1.5-liter reservoir and offers a comfortable, bounce-free fit.
Shop similar products- Included 1.5-liter BPA-free reservoir with hose and valve stows easily in the back panel
- Rear-focused water storage design offers comfort and ease
- Lightweight, soft, stretchy fabric wicks away moisture and has a soft perimeter binding that prevents chafing for overall comfort
- 2 front stash pockets, including a zippered phone pocket, balance the load and provide quick access to nutrition and essentials
- Front pocket fits bottles and flasks up to 22 fl. oz. (not included)
- 2 back storage pockets hold extra layers and other running essentials
- Additional bungee system on back provides even more storage
- One size; adjustable front and side straps let you dial in the fit
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View all Nathan Running Hydration Vests| Best Use | Running |
|---|---|
| Gear Capacity (L) | 6 liters |
| Gear Capacity (cu. in.) | 366 cubic inches |
| Reservoir Compatible | Yes |
| Reservoir Included | Yes |
| Bottle(s) Included | None |
| Liquid Capacity (L) | 1.5 liters |
| Liquid Capacity (fl. oz.) | 50.7 fluid ounces |
| Number of Exterior Pockets | 5 + main reservoir compartment |
| Weight | 12.9 ounces |
| Material(s) | Nylon/polyester |
| Bite Valve Shut-off Switch | Yes |
| Fits Chest | 22-46 inches |
| BPA Free | Yes |
| Dimensions | Unavailable |
| Gender | Unisex |
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Willbeyakkin
Received free product
Brookfield,CT
Ultralight minimalist pack for multi-adventure use
3 years ago
My initial impression of the Nathan Quickstart 2.0 6L hydration pack was it’s compact ergonomic design and minimalist features. I used the pack in several scenarios including trail running, hiking and mountain biking. Overall the packs slightly smaller than a traditional daypack or camelpak threading the line between ultralight hydration vests and packs. The pack has numerous adjustments with its straps to fit different body types and layers of clothing having worn with a tshirt up through hooded sweatshirt requiring light loosening of straps without needing to take pack off. Overall the pack sat on the upper half of my back versus traditional packs sitting a bit lower on the back and not as close to body. For trail running the pack moved well with my body and didn’t feel weighed down on the trail. I removed the water bladder for the trail run and went with a small insulated water bottle which didn’t move around much at all. The pack easily stored my phone and keys though the zipper arm strap pocket definitely does not fit a phone as described and used the right arm bungee strap pocket instead with minimal movement issues. For mountain biking this pack was a great alternative to my traditional riding pack allowing me to carry the water bladder, keys, a phone and a bike multi tool. The pack sat close to chest and provided a nice ultralight riding pack that didn’t impede ascents or descents riding single track. Hiking with the Nathan QS pack was a similar experience, minimalist pack for carrying just the basics on the trail. Takeaways: feels like a niche application of use cases, for running it’s definitely a very lightweight option if you find not enough space in a belt water pack design. I found the paracord on the back of the pack to be pretty useless and would honestly prefer to not have it. The arm strap pockets were very limited in terms of capacity so this is all about bare essentials. The pack breathed well across all use cases which is always a big plus but water bladders tend to not keep water cold beyond an hour so I’d opt to removing the bladder and just using an insulated bottle instead. It doesn’t effect how it feels against your back as the back padding is pretty comfortable. Final thoughts: feels like a niche product; design looks clean and minimal with a few color options; great for bare essentials activities; could work really well under layers in the winter which a daypack wouldn’t be able to compete if you wanted to use the water bladder, say underneath your ski jacket; good amount of adjustable straps that’ll fit most body types; last comment would be just on pricing it’s a bit of a high price tag given the niche application.
Age:35–44
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:5'8"
Yes , I recommend this product
Kennesaw Mountainman
Received free product
Atlanta, GA
Excellent Hydration Pack for Hiking & Biking!
3 years ago
This is my second Nathan hydration pack and the difference is very obvious. I bought my first one for distance running and it served me well. Unfortunately, I lost it during a skiing trip. I had the opportunity to get the new Nathan Quickstart 2.0 6 liter hydration pack, which came at the right time as the temps require more hydration when I am out for more than an hour. I found the pack easy to adjust and was pleased with the adjustable straps, both vertically and laterally. I favor the newer style bladder with the screw top vs. the previous pack's clip top bladder. The bite valve is easy to open/close, which makes it nice for one hand operation. I did several hikes and a trail run with the Quickstart 2.0 and it performed flawlessly. There is plenty of cargo space for keys, cellphone, utility knife, snacks, and small change of clothing. The only weakness I found was the lack of insulation for the hydration bladder and drinking tube. The first few mouthfuls of water are quite warm, both from the ambient temps and the transfer of body heat through the pack into the bladder. Overall I found this to be an excellent addition to my hydration packs (two Camelback hydration packs). The "other" packs are better for insulation but the Nathan beats for low profile, comfort, and minimal sloshing/movement when running. The Quickstart 2.0 seems well constructed and I think this pack will be my primary hydration source when doing day hikes and trail runs, for years to come.
Age:55–64
Weight:200–225 lbs.
Height:6'2"
Yes , I recommend this product
SparticleEyes
Received free product
Portland, OR
Handy Hydration!
3 years ago
I've been using this hydration pack for a myriad of activities... running, walking the dogs, trail hiking, bike-riding ...and I've also used just the pack as a small backpack. The pack not only fits the Nathan hydration brand bladder, but it holds (secures the top of the bladder so it doesn't bounce) other brands in place as well. My cellphone fits in the handy over-the-shoulder (front) strap and is snug for easy access. I appreciate the zipper pocket on the over-the-shoulder (front) strap as well. It's easy to adjust the straps to fit. Overall, the pack does exactly what it claims to do and when I use it (even for simple walks) it reminds me to hydrate often which is great!
Age:35–44
Weight:100–125 lbs.
Height:5'5"
Yes , I recommend this product
mydogiscrazy
Received free product
AK
Oh boy, buckle up… into this sweet hydration vest
3 years ago
This is a great hydration vest for running and short hikes or walks. Care/Washing: Super awesome. The hose disconnects from the bladder for easy care with soap and water. I’ve had other models where the hydration system is one piece and it can get unwieldy in the sink. Not the case here. Use: The bladder capacity is 1.5 liters of liquid (I think the overall pack can hold 6 L of items). There is a handy pocket on the front for easy access to your phone as well as another pocket set for a quick snack and keys or other small items. The phone pocket is roughly about 3.25” by 6.75” with some depth. The adjustable straps are fantastic, there are three sets of two so you can get the perfect, secure fit. I went for a 45 min. run with my dog and had to do some initial adjusting, but after I got the vest to sit where I wanted it to, it didn’t bounce around and I wouldn’t have noticed I was wearing it (except for the water sloshing sounds ha) because it is just that lightweight. The main pocket where the bladder is located is fairly spacious for stashing an extra layer, gloves, or more snacks and there is also another pocket and bungee ties on the outside to store even more things or as you remove layers. The only things I dislike are the hose is not 360, meaning you have to bite it one of two specific directions for it to give water. This took a little getting used to coming off a different hydration system where it didn’t matter how the mouthpiece was rotated, but not a big issue. The other con is the default length of the hose is way too long. I understand that there is a way to trim the hose, but I can’t see how the default length would work for anyone no matter which configuration I have the hose in. With the hose along one side, it is about 3-4” longer than the vest; it didn’t hit my leg when I ran, but hit the canicross harness around my waist. I tried tucking in the extra hose length into the pack, but it slid back out during running. With the hose across my chest, it was kind of awkward putting the vest on and off, and it blocked the phone pocket, but worked well enough and wasn’t hitting anything. Overall, solid product. I just might need to get out my knife and do a little trimming. :)
Age:25–34
Weight:125–150 lbs.
Height:5'4"
Yes , I recommend this product
Anonymous
Great Bag, Great Color!
1 year ago
This ended up being exactly what I needed for my first 50 mile ultra. I wanted something compact that could hold water, phone, gels, extra base layer, foot care items and a few misc snacks. My phone is a Galaxy Note II and it fit snugly in the front pocket so it was easy to access. This bag did the job and the color was fire! I was able to find a comfortable fit over my winter vest (which I wasn't expecting to have to wear but April in MI is unpredictable!). I was bummed it didnt have a panic whistle, but I was able to move the one off my previous bag over. Looking forward to getting alot of use out of this bag this summer!
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Oregonlaura
I want it in every color!
1 year ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My most favorite pack is this one! I have tried so many...so many brands, even...but nothing beats the adjustability of this one. I have the 1.0 and had to get the 2.0 as well! I love that there are adjustable straps in the front AND on the sides!!! It allows for the perfect fit. And, as someone with a larger chest, I love that, because of the aforementioned adjustability, I can position the main shoulder straps over my chest in a way that it adds an extra layer of "non bounce" protection! haha. I realize not everyone may care about that, but regardless, this pack is light, comfortable and holds more than enough water and has amply storage space for other items as well! Highly recommend.
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Beansucker42
So far to good!
1 year ago
Went on my first run with the vest. So far so good. Only ran 3 miles. Bladder at the top held up, no rips.
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Mike
NC
Lightweight and barely there
2 years ago
I use his backpack for trail running This is a great lightweight backpack that has lots of strap adjustments to get the fit just right to your back and keep it snug to your body and does not hinder your movement or impact your run. however, when the water reservoir is full it does slosh around no matter what I do and it is quite loud. Have not found solution yet. Water pouch works well although video to clean it is outdated … no way to turn pouch inside out. Have to find way to prop open and hope it can air dry. Front pockets were great for phone , keys, and energy stuff. Back pouch is huge if you want more gear or bigger water pouch.
Height:5'11"
Age:45–54
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Yes , I recommend this product
John
Fatal Design Flaw
2 days ago
I really liked this pack, but it has a serious design flaw. The water bladder attachment points are destined to fail. They are not nearly sturdy enough to handle trail running. For me they failed in under 50 miles of use. I can only conclude nobody tested this.
No, I do not recommend this product
Pierce P
Received free product
Seattle, WA
Holds a lot! (But with a few quirks)
3 years ago
This is my second experience with a hydration pack, my first being with an 3L pack that held a lot less, and seemingly bounced much more. Overall it's a great pack with a few quirks, I would recommend this to anyone doing long runs/ trail runs in hot weather! The highlights of this pack include: - This pack holds an absurd amount to gear. With 6L of water in the main compartment, I would guess there is around an extra 3L of remaining space for various gear (energy bars, phone, wallet, keys, PB&J, you name it!) I managed to fit a small backpacking cooking system that included a 1L teapot with fuel, a backpacking Stove, and a dehydrated meal. - The two front pockets are SUPER easily accessible. I have an iPhone 13 Mini, and it fit perfectly in the little zipper pocket. If you have a huge phone however, it might be difficult to fit it into the front pocket. - The two straps along the side are a crazy smart design decision, as it straps around the rib cage to ensure a secure fit. - The bungie cables in the back are also great if you are wearing a coat and want to ditch it midway through your adventure. No need to shove it inside the zipper compartment, it's easier to just fold up the coat and place it in the bungie area! Problems with this bag include: - It's bouncy. The bag itself isn't bouncy, but the waterskin in the back is - especially at the start of a run because none of the running momentum has transferred to the water. After about 2-3 minutes of running though the momentum seems to catch up to the water and the waterskin will start to bounce in rhythm to your pace. - It's not waterproof. Unlike my previous Hydration pack, this bag is made from a super-breathable but not at all water proof material. Do not use in the rain unless you don't mind the gear inside the pack to getting wet. - 6L is SO much water. I live in a fairly cold/rainy area, so dehydration during runs has never been a huge issue. If you're like me and live in a cold/rainy area, I'd recommend a smaller hydration pack. But if you live somewhere warmer, I would recommend this because I could imagine the extra water during long runs is better than too little water. - If you tighten this bag too tight (the ribcage straps) it makes it hard to breath deeply. There is definitely a sweet spot that takes a few minutes of adjusting to have the bag tight enough so that it doesn't bounce, but loose enough so it doesn't constrict breathing. - The black material that edges the pack feels like the sort of polyester that will pill over time - just something to note. PS. If you get this bag, make sure to tighten the base of the tube that attaches to the waterskin! It ships loosened, and if you fill the waterskin with water, it will leak all over the place. (see picture attached).
Age:18–24
Weight:150–175 lbs.
Height:6'0"
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