Water Bottles when Jogging

ljacksn3
ljacksn3 Posts: 32 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
I'm almost finished with couch to 5k, and I plan to start running outside as the weather cools down. Even though I'm not running long distances I like having water for my jog. I'm reaching out to see if anyone has specific water bottle brands that they like. I would love hands free options as well. Thanks!

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  • _Waffle_
    _Waffle_ Posts: 13,049 Member
    I'm almost finished with couch to 5k, and I plan to start running outside as the weather cools down. Even though I'm not running long distances I like having water for my jog. I'm reaching out to see if anyone has specific water bottle brands that they like. I would love hands free options as well. Thanks!

    If you want a hands free option then get a fuel belt with water canisters. I have this one.

    http://www.fitletic.com/hydration-belt-12oz.html
  • mandez19
    mandez19 Posts: 179
    Just get This:

    http://www.amazon.co.uk/Thirst-Aid-Beer-Helmet-Accessory/dp/B000ZJ6KCI
  • LoneWolfRunner
    LoneWolfRunner Posts: 1,160 Member
    I really like Amphipod handhelds for shorter runs (6-12) miles...they have lots of styles and features...
    I use a Camelbak for longer runs....
    I find the cannister belts distracting and annoying
  • Muzica1959
    Muzica1959 Posts: 206 Member
    Camelbaks are awesome. Hubby and I used them for long hikes.
  • MeanderingMammal
    MeanderingMammal Posts: 7,866 Member
    I have a TNF belt pack with two 500ml bottles and a pouch for gels that I use on my longer runs >12km.

    When I started C25K I was going through a lot of water but once my conditioning improved I've reached the stage where I don't need any for less than an hour/ 12km. I have a camelbak as well, but that's mainly used for cycling, I'd be more inclined towards the NAthan or Inov-8 race vests but at 5-10K that's OTT.
  • galenofedgewood
    galenofedgewood Posts: 146 Member
    I'm almost finished with couch to 5k, and I plan to start running outside as the weather cools down. Even though I'm not running long distances I like having water for my jog. I'm reaching out to see if anyone has specific water bottle brands that they like. I would love hands free options as well. Thanks!

    My wife and I absolutely love our CamelBak Quick Grips.
    http://shop.camelbak.com/quick-grip/d/1001_c_130_cl_138

    We also have CamelBak Venture (for me) - I like it a lot and it's great for carrying a lot of water, just strap it on tight. I think I prefer it for riding bikes vs running, though.
    http://shop.camelbak.com/venture/d/1250_c_130_cl_3330

    We have the CamelBak Delaney (for my wife) - It stays put a whole lot better than the Venture with less effort.
    http://shop.camelbak.com/delaney/d/1251_c_130_cl_3513

    I've got many of the CamelBak hydration packs (the backpacks) but I don't like them much for running. Great for Hiking long distances (3L of water and with the Mules you can carry snacks/first aid kits? Seriously? Freakin' win!!!!) or for super long bike rides where speed isn't your idea (Again, carry tons of water, spare tubes, snacks, first aid kits, etc).

    The thing that I love about the Quick Grip, Venture, and Delaney is that the water bottle (CamelBak Insulated Podium Chill Bottle) works both for them AND our regular bike water bottle holders. The tops allow you to squirt water (a good stream of water, honestly) into your mouth vs having to suck on them.

    The Quick Grip has had one amazing side effect for me, it's made me learn to run without my hands clenched into a fist. I had practiced other ways, but these really did it.

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