With the heat of summer just around the corner in the United States, the question of how to stay hydrated on long runs looms large in every runner’s mind. Do they stash bottles along their route the night before? Can they talk a friend into driving along behind them with water? Will they carry a bottle in their hands or tote smaller bottles on a belt? Will they stick to running around their own block so their kitchen sink is never far away?
Brian Hock hopes that many of the runners headed out this summer
will have his unique product on board. The Simple Hydration Bottle which he
created is a well-designed flask for carrying liquid on the go. Its shape
allows it to hang comfortably and securely on the waistband of a runner’s
shorts on from a race belt. The container’s curved shape conforms to contours
of the lower back and rides in the hand like it was made to be there.
I test “drove” a Simple Hydration Bottle on several long runs over
a period of a month or two. I ran hard and slow and the bottle never fell off
my waistband. I thought maybe the weight of the product when it was filled
would pull the back of my shorts down, but with the drawstring drawn tight
there was no problem with that at all. The cool of the water-chilled plastic on
the lower back felt pretty good on warmer days, too.
The biggest problem I had was remembering the Simple Hydration
Bottle was there. I’d be running along, sweating up a storm, wishing for a
drink and have an “oh, yeah” moment when I recalled the hydration I had at my
back. I’d pull out the bottle, take a swig of water, hook the bottle back over
my shorts and continue on my way.
My only other complaint – and it’s a minor one – is the hard
plastic opening from which the water flows. I would prefer something a little
softer that doesn’t jar the teeth quite as much.
Having run with a heavier standard bottle in my hands before, I
believe the Simple Hydration Bottle is an improvement. Running with my hands
free is much more enjoyable. I would recommend the Simple Hydration Bottle to
any runner.
GIVEAWAY: Congratulations to Ara who won a Simple Hydration bottle of her own! A big thank you goes
to Brian Hock and Simple Hydration for providing the bottle for review and making this giveaway possible.
25 comments:
I'd love one!!
I have been wanting to try a hydration system for awhile now. Currently I rely on the water fountains on the trails and water stops at races. With longer runs planned this year it would be nice to have another option. Thanks for the consideration.
Interesting stuff, Mike. I have a plethora of hydration bottles, with one of those belts--with four bottles--being my primary mode right now. Despite that, your high praise for the Simple Bottle makes me curious. Thanks!
I usually use a fuel belt, but have considered other options. This would be a good one to try.
Thanks, Craig
I am all about a better way of hydration - I don't like to carry a water bottle and I often end up fighting dehydration. So count me in on the contest!
that looks way more comfy than the bottles in the front!
Anonymous commentors...I will need your info if you win. ;) Thanks to everyone who's signed up so far!
Looks intriguing - easier than a handheld. Thanks for doing your review :-)
I've been hearing a lot about these bottles lately. Definitely an interesting idea, I'd love to try one!
Would love to try this as an alternative to my 20 oz handheld bottle.
Ok... I like to see an anonymous commenter win it! :) (this counts as a comment I suppose)
I should have invested when I had the chance on Kickstarter. Looks like a great product!
Don't forget to tweet about this and get your extra entries! Commenting here only gets you one chance.
I'd love to try this out. I don't like to carry water in my hand. I recently purchased a Nathan belt with bottle, but I'm not sure I like it.
I tweeted a link to the contest as well. Count me in for two more entries!
I am a freak about carrying water bottles. I have lots of sensory issues and would love to try another one that I wouldn't feel! AWESOME!
It occurred to me that hydration packs are like sippy cups for adults! Gotta try 'em all to find one that works for you. I wear a Nathan vest for ultras, but find that it's overkill for < 15 mile runs in town. I haven't found a handheld bottle that I like yet, so I'd love to give a Simple Bottle a go!
Hey! Some of you haven't tweeted about this! You're missing out on 2 extra entries.
I can't tell you how many hydration systems I have/have tried. None are "perfect"... some, disastrous! I'd love to try!!
Sweet! I'm always looking for ways to carry more water with me on my long runs. I'm all for trying this water bottle. (I also tweeted about it too).
these look cool, love the idea
These look cool, i like the idea and design
Good Luck Evveryone! Cool product.
I just started running, and am not up to the level of most. But with the warm/hot weather coming up, I could see where this will be a winner. Maybe I will win!!
With the warm weather approaching, it would be cool to try this. Thanks for the review.
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