Product Review: Amphipod Water Belt

When I first started long distance running I tried carrying a water bottle in my hands.  At the end of that 6 mile run I swore I'd never carry anything in my hands while out running because my hands and shoulders were so tired.

A friend recommended the Amphipod RunLight Hydration Belt and I've never regretted it.

The Amphipod water belt comes with 8 ounce bottles and you can choose 2, 3, or 4 bottle belts.  The bottle clasps are easy to use with just one hand.  The stretchy belt material makes it a comfortable fit around your waist.  The pouch that comes with the belt has a strong velcro closure and two compartments inside.  In my pouch, I carry my cell phone in the bigger compartment and bandaids and tissues in the smaller side.  Along with those items I can also fit up to 2 Gu gel packs.  There's a small hidden pocket on the front of the belt that can also fit one more Gu gel inside of it.

I opted for the 4 bottle option which greatly helped out during marathon training.  But when I'm not running too far I can remove all but one of the bottle clasps from the belt and just take one bottle with me.

I even take wear the belt when I go out cycling allowing me to securely carry my cell phone.


Whether you're hiking, running or biking the Amphipod RunLight water belt will serve you well.