Yay, I'll be able to get out for a run tomorrow. The temp is going to go from single digits to the 20s and my schedule is clear until 3pm. I've GOT to get the mileage and frequency up, winter is killing me.
I got a 10 mile trail run in today with my new Ultimate Direction Stinger on. Not bad, didn't take long for me to adjust to wearing it. The water froze in the insulated hose (it was 4 degrees out with the windchill), but it cleared out pretty easily.
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I spent a lot of time adjusting the straps for the perfect fit. And then after filling it with water I got all the air out of the bladder. On top of all that, the bladder has a baffle in it to prevent sloshing. All this led to very little bouncing, like I said it was almost not noticeable.Interesting. Two questions for you about it. How much do you drink on a run that long in weather like this? And does it bug you at all bouncing around on your back? I'm casually looking around for something for the warmer weather...
I spent a lot of time adjusting the straps for the perfect fit. And then after filling it with water I got all the air out of the bladder. On top of all that, the bladder has a baffle in it to prevent sloshing. All this led to very little bouncing, like I said it was almost not noticeable.
I don't normally drink anything on runs that short unless the temp. is close to 100. I drink a lot before I run and then a lot afterwards also. If I go 1.5 hours or more I drink while I run but I don't have a strict policy to guide me. As my time on the trail (TOTT) increases I'll work that out.
Yesterdays' run with the pack was all about the training and getting accustomed to using it. I've used a small backpack many times in the past so I was used to having weight on my back while hoofing it.
Thanks. I thought that seemed like a pretty excessive amount of water for that run, especially in this weather I haven't run real long in the heat, but yesterday I did nearly 3 hours without water (not ideal, but I don't think I suffered from it).
Even in the summer though, I'm not sure I'll get to the point where a backpack would be necessary, but if it's comfy, I just might. The great part would be that it would get lighter as you go
3 hours is a long time to go without hydration, lucky thing you didn't suffer. Why would you opt to go that long without at least some water?Thanks. I thought that seemed like a pretty excessive amount of water for that run, especially in this weather I haven't run real long in the heat, but yesterday I did nearly 3 hours without water (not ideal, but I don't think I suffered from it).
Even in the summer though, I'm not sure I'll get to the point where a backpack would be necessary, but if it's comfy, I just might. The great part would be that it would get lighter as you go
I'd love to have the option of using my car as an aid station, but my training runs on the real trails take me hours away from my car. If you need it you have to bring it with you.I've found my fluid intake is pretty similar to Mega's - usually nothing during runs of 1.5 hours or less. Yesterday I didn't take any fluids for the entire 2 hours, but it was misty and 8 C.
When I've done 2 hour runs in the summer (mid 20s to 30 C), I had to take a quick Gatorade break every 40 min or so. I do my long runs on looped courses, so I always have the option to grab a drink at my car as I pass through. Call me a snob, but I hate carrying fluids with me.
This all assumes being well-hydrated before I start, of course.
I'd love to have the option of using my car as an aid station, but my training runs on the real trails take me hours away from my car. If you need it you have to bring it with you.
- tp
- hydration
- electrolytes
- food
- extra clothes
- benadryl
- first aid supplies
- lighting for night runs
This is most of the stuff I have to carry around with me. Good thing my pack has lots of storage room.
3 hours is a long time to go without hydration, lucky thing you didn't suffer. Why would you opt to go that long without at least some water?
I've heard from lots of people that those hydration belts cause gut cramps and nausea, I didn't even want to go there. If wearing a pack is not for you, there are nice handhelds. My son uses one from Nathan, the handle has pockets in it for GU/debit card/ID/succeed caps. It holds 20 ounces, too.
All right!!! Doctor says I only have tendinitis and can resume running as long as I progress slowly and cautiously and consume enough ibuprofen to kill a yak meanwhile! So I did 3 miles today and the foot felt good! Now I'm off to the gym to bike as 20 minutes is nowhere near enough aerobic activity for me in a day!
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