How to Choose a Running Hydration Vest

Designed for long runs, this 7-liter Ultimate Direction vest has loads of pockets. It comes with two 500 ml soft flasks, and it's compatible with a reservoir. And it has bungees to stash your poles.
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Imported.
View all Ultimate Direction Running Hydration Vests| Best Use | Trail Running |
|---|---|
| Gear Capacity (L) | 7 liters |
| Gear Capacity (cu. in.) | 427 cubic inches |
| Reservoir Compatible | Yes |
| Reservoir Included | No |
| Bottle(s) Included | 2 bottles |
| Liquid Capacity (L) | 1 liters |
| Liquid Capacity (fl. oz.) | 33.8 fluid ounces |
| Number of Exterior Pockets | 11 |
| Weight | 8.6 ounces |
| Material(s) | Primary/body fabric: 100% polyester; secondary fabric: 82% nylon/18% elastane |
| Bite Valve Shut-off Switch | Yes |
| Fits Chest | S: 31-36 inches L: 38-43 inches XL: 43-47 inches |
| BPA Free | Yes |
| Dimensions | 18 x 16.5 x 1 inches |
| Gender | Unisex |
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Used it for a 10 and 15 mile run so far. This is my first vest and I got it on sale so let’s start with that. Ran in 65 degree weather and 90 degree weather. Definitely not unbearable on the chest as far as getting too hot. The side zip is fun and never comes undone as long as you set the zipper in lock mode. The only issue I have so far is that it moves a little too much for me: they didn’t have a medium so I bought a large and cinched it down. It’s not too bad and I think it will move way less when I put a water bladder in the back. Also I’ve never used a running vest before so any movement is strange to me and by the end of the run I don’t even notice it. I like it a lot and will continue to use it!