Ultimate runners pack? UltrAspire Omega

[Bateluer]

http://www.ultraspire.eu/products/products_ultraspire_racevest_omega.html

Feather weight, large capacity pack
Unimpeded rapid access bladder compartment for quick fill during races
Magnon Electrolyte Pocket
Pole Holder with easy shock cord closures - on each side of pack
Light weight zippers pulls easily grabbed even with gloves, cold or numb fingers
Front zippered pocket and elastic edged mesh outer pocket, and mesh corded
Draw pocket with capacity to hold a small bottle or gel flask
Dual speed hooks to evenly distribution of weight and load management
Compressi-flex tension control
Weight: 337 grams
Volume: 500 ci (8.2 liters)

Don't know how comfortable carrying 8 liters of water on your back would be, but its definitely got the capacity for long solo runs.

I've got a Camelbak Marathoner now, and despite the lousy name, its a capable hydration pack. But, with only 2Ls, its coming up short on these hot summer days. I could put two additional water bottles in the Camelbak's front pouches, they're designed for it. But then I'd have to carry another belt or something to store gels, food, electrolytes, etc.

 

[PricklyPete]

The weight is nice, but I am afraid that by the time you fill it up with that much water...the weight would get irritating. I'm actually thinking about getting one of those Marathoner's. Do you find it comfortable for long runs? What is the longest your have run in it that you still felt it was comfortable?

 

[Bateluer]

The weight is nice, but I am afraid that by the time you fill it up with that much water...the weight would get irritating. I'm actually thinking about getting one of those Marathoner's. Do you find it comfortable for long runs? What is the longest your have run in it that you still felt it was comfortable?

Longest I've done with my CB Marathoner is about 22 miles, didn't have any issues with it. The only times its become uncomfortable to wear are when we've had extremely high humidity and the moisture causes rubbing and irritation on my back. Rubs the skin off.

The anti-slosh flap inside the bladder did break though, but I think it was a side effect of how I have to fill it on my sink. Still works, just gets a little more 'sloshy' than normal.

 

[PricklyPete]

Longest I've done with my CB Marathoner is about 22 miles, didn't have any issues with it. The only times its become uncomfortable to wear are when we've had extremely high humidity and the moisture causes rubbing and irritation on my back. Rubs the skin off.

The anti-slosh flap inside the bladder did break though, but I think it was a side effect of how I have to fill it on my sink. Still works, just gets a little more 'sloshy' than normal.

Do you wear a shirt between the marathoner and your skin...or just bear back it?

 

[Bateluer]

Do you wear a shirt between the marathoner and your skin...or just bear back it?

Shirt.

 

[Nebor]

I've never considered wearing a camelbak while running. I used to run 16 miles every Saturday and just drank water when I was done. This was in Louisiana, so figure 90 degree heat with 70%+ humidity.

 

[PricklyPete]

I've never considered wearing a camelbak while running. I used to run 16 miles every Saturday and just drank water when I was done. This was in Louisiana, so figure 90 degree heat with 70%+ humidity.

I've run longer than that in Florida without water...but it was NOT healthy. My body would take a serious beating from the dehydration. Since I was running along the beach areas, I eventually was able to determine my runs based on where water fountains were so that I got enough hydration along the way. This made it much easier to handle the 20+ mile runs without having to carry anything. Now that I have moved to Colorado and will be doing much more trail running where there is no water available, a pack of some sort is looking very interesting. I would rather not have to wear them...but if it lets me do long trail runs, I'm all for it.

 

[PricklyPete]

Shirt.

Thanks for the info. Might have to try one out soon. If you get this UltrAspire pack..throw up a review 😉

 

[Bateluer]

I've never considered wearing a camelbak while running. I used to run 16 miles every Saturday and just drank water when I was done. This was in Louisiana, so figure 90 degree heat with 70%+ humidity.

Thats dumb. And dangerous.

Thanks for the info. Might have to try one out soon. If you get this UltrAspire pack..throw up a review 😉

I'm not going to get the Omega. I am looking at the Surge and Spry though. 🙂 8.2L is ~18lbs when full, plus anything else I put into the pack for gear. Races long enough to need that much gear are usually supported by aide stations.