Is it possible to loop your runs around water that is available? I hate running with anything including carrying a water bottle so I have several courses I run that have water fountains or I have water on the trunk of car that I can grab as I run by.

This is a water pack that I use. I'm somewhat gifted in the rear-department too, but I'm able to wear this belt around my butt instead of my waist. It probably looks funny, but it doesn't move around and doesn't chafe. I've used it on 14+ mile runs with no chaffing, and I love it. It DID take me a couple of runs to figure out placement so that it didn't bounce around though. https://www.amazon.com/Adalid-Gear-Hydration-10-Ounce-Bottles/dp/B00KR3KS0M/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1467736396&sr=8-5

I like the ones at the link that @whatmerunning left though. I may try those out if I ever need a replacement, but I lean toward belts or packs, since I like to have my hands completely free. I've not found a pack that doesn't chafe.

I also carry a 10 oz handheld. I have never liked having anything around my waist. It's usually plenty for me, but on really hot days with long runs, I design my route so that I pass a water fountain twice or I take some extra money with me and stop at a convenience store and pick up a bottle of water to refill.

I tried a hydration belt, which I hated. Now I use a water bottle that fits into my Flipbelt. It doesn't bounce or chafe at all, and I don't need to choose between multiple running belts.

@JeepHair77 I love my Flipbelt. I didn't even buy the water bottle that's made to go in it; the bottle from my hydration belt fit with only a little coaxing. Of course that depends on the bottle, but the Flipbelt is really stretchy and can hold more than I expected. I've had my phone, bags of raisins, and water bottle in it during a race, and there was room to spare.

@runrachellerun I wear it on my hips, though it does roll if it's empty. It is stretchy enough that you might be able to wear it either way. The water bottle would definitely depend on the exact bottle--I have only put an 8 oz. one in it. I have a phone case that also holds my cards, but if you're worried about things falling out, you might turn it so that the belt openings are on the inside. I've never had anything fall out of it and would feel pretty comfortable with putting cards in it if they weren't near the openings. It also has a little clip inside for your key.

Aaaaaand I just ordered my flip belt. Thanks, @apullum

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This is a water pack that I use. I'm somewhat gifted in the rear-department too, but I'm able to wear this belt around my butt instead of my waist. It probably looks funny, but it doesn't move around and doesn't chafe. I've used it on 14+ mile runs with no chaffing, and I love it. It DID take me a couple of runs to figure out placement so that it didn't bounce around though. https://www.amazon.com/Adalid-Gear-Hydration-10-Ounce-Bottles/dp/B00KR3KS0M/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1467736396&sr=8-5

I like the ones at the link that @whatmerunning left though. I may try those out if I ever need a replacement, but I lean toward belts or packs, since I like to have my hands completely free. I've not found a pack that doesn't chafe.

I have the exact same hydration belt mentioned above, and besides my shoes and Garmin, it's my favorite running accessory. It sits low on bum instead of high on my waist, and it doesn't move while I'm running. I'm in Texas and with the heat, i can't do anything 5 miles or more without hydration in the summer. The pocket in front holds my phone, keys, and my sport beans for long runs. It's super comfortable...never any chafing. I even used it on my 10K and 15K trail races this summer where I won Female Masters. It was nice to be able to drink when I wanted. I also have a Handheld Camelbak with a hand strap and I prefer my hydration belt so much more.