General run
General run
FuelBelt Revenge R20
Over the last four years, FuelBelt has done a great job of aligning its products with some of the world’s best Ironman triathletes, including Chris McCormack and Chrissie Wellington. The Revenge R20 is a variation on its classic model, and has the capacity to carry two 7oz (just over 200ml) sports cap bottles, and also […]
Fusion Power Compression
This emerging brand from Denmark prides itself on its high-performance sports apparel for triathlon, cycling and running. Their compression range utilises Invista’s Power Lycra, a stronger version of classic Lycra, allowing a compressive effect to be easily applied to the body. Fusion’s latest compression offering, the Power Compression tights, use a panelled design to provide […]
Sugoi R&R Ped Sock
It’s not clear if this is a sock made of breathable mesh with lots of padded pieces, or vice versa. The bottom of each sock enjoys good padding that spreads up across the top of the toes, up the back of the heel and to the side of the ball of the foot (they’re also […]
Camelbak Octane XC
The Octane XC contains a 2L bladder in a semi-insulated sac with waist belt and horizontal chest strap. Shaped to fit the curve of your back, it’s highly adjustable and comfortable with virtually no bounce when full. Storage-wise it has a phone-type zip pocket in the upper back, generous stash pockets in the waist belt […]
Nathan HPL 020
A running-specific product, the Nathan uses an interesting vest-type system to distribute the weight of the contents more evenly across your back, chest and shoulders than the usual rucksack design. Developed specifically for some nutcase called ‘Mud and Guts Miller’ who runs ultra-distance races in extreme heat, the Nathan has a 2L bladder and a […]
North Face Thresher
North Face products are generally stylish and desirable, and the Thresher is no exception. The mesh panels and rip-stop material make it very lightweight and the waist/chest straps ensure a snug fit, virtually eliminating movement. The real winner on this product, though, is the use of a Nalgene pipe and bite valve system that employs […]
Hydrapak Chute
Hydrapak supplies the bladders for many manufacturers’ bladder packs and its own own Chute bag is one of the smallest and lightest around. Containing a 1.5L bladder and weighing in at 228g dry, there really is very little to it. With one simple zip pocket on the back and no waist or horizontal chest straps, […]
Karrimor Refuel 1+2
Karrimor’s philosophy is clearly to create a very minimalist and lightweight pack. Cue the mesh straps, thin insulation and limited storage. Unfortunately, the sleeve doesn’t hold the bladder in place tightly, and on downhill rides we found it kept riding up and hitting us on the back of the head. Continuing the negative theme, the […]
New Balance WRTT885E
Of all the tights we’ve tested these probably had the strangest cut, feeling too tight across the quads and almost too baggy behind the knees and around the ankles. That said, triathletes come in all shapes and sizes, so be sure to try before you buy. These tights may not have the stylish looks of […]
