I am considering starting a series of posts dedicated to stuff I use when training. I do not receive any compensation from companies of said products. I would simply like to inform the reader of things that I find useful and have purchased with my own money. If you find these posts useful, please let me know!
I will start with the super-useful Nathan Quickshot Plus. I was using this on a run the other day and it occurred to me how ingenious the design is. This is a handy little device that is so minimalistic that you forget it is on your hand after a while. It holds about 8oz. fluids and has a pocket that will hold a few gels and your car key.
I use it for runs in about the hour range. Great for either road or trail. After that I need more fluids. This handheld has been great in races and has a lid design that I now frankly take for granted. Well, it has no lid, as a matter of fact! Just squeeze and fluids are dispensed! The bottle then automatically seals itself up. Nice. I love elegant design and technology that works.
My only complaint is that it could use reflective tape on the part that covers the outside of your hand. This is a small quibble.
Pros
I will start with the super-useful Nathan Quickshot Plus. I was using this on a run the other day and it occurred to me how ingenious the design is. This is a handy little device that is so minimalistic that you forget it is on your hand after a while. It holds about 8oz. fluids and has a pocket that will hold a few gels and your car key.
I use it for runs in about the hour range. Great for either road or trail. After that I need more fluids. This handheld has been great in races and has a lid design that I now frankly take for granted. Well, it has no lid, as a matter of fact! Just squeeze and fluids are dispensed! The bottle then automatically seals itself up. Nice. I love elegant design and technology that works.
My only complaint is that it could use reflective tape on the part that covers the outside of your hand. This is a small quibble.
Pros
- Minimal
- Easy to use
- Perfect for an hour-run
- Good design
Cons
- Could have used reflective tape on outer band
If you would like to be a bit more self-supported on your medium distance runs of anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour and do not want to worry about finding a water fountain and want a convenient place to store a gel or two and your car key, then this handheld is right for you.
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Happy running!
Happy running!