I have evolved in my run belts over the years, especially as my phone (which I always run with) gets bigger and in bigger cases. I started out with a very simple flat belt that had multiple slits throughout. The problem was, my keys would work their way out of said multiple slits if not careful, and I was constantly worried that I would miss them falling out and loose them on our runs. I then changed to a zippered belt that stretched to accommodate not only my phone, but now my chomps or cliffshots, since I was training for longer distances. While that worked for a while, I was always on a the look out for a belt that would accommodate more fuel/phone storage and wouldn't bounce or move. Enter into the picture the new SLS3 Dual Pocket Run Belt.
First off, it comes in four cute colors. I am a sucker for purple or pink gear, so I immediately chose purple. Always a wildcat GO CATS! Unfortunately. due to the overwhelming response, we didn't all get our color choices. That's okay, I like the black on black too.
You can't even see the belt, as it blends nicely with my black running pants. This could be a bonus, because it could have other uses than just for a run, and no one would even know you had it on.
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| that is with just my iphone in it's otter box in the belt |
My first impression was, WOW, how are all of my things going to fit in those pockets. I was pleasantly surprised. Here is a pic with my cell phone, keys, 2 sets of cliffshot blocks, and a doggy poop bag. There is honestly still room for more!
I like the fact that the pockets are split into two different pockets, not one giant pocket, where everything can kind of gather and sink to the bottom. I was also impressed with the water proof lining of the pockets. Most everything I take with on a run is solid, but I could see how this would be nice if you were taking GUs with you that could leak, or if you are out on a run and a sudden rainstorm hits. With my current run belt, I have to put my phone in a ziploc bag if I suspect it might rain, but with this belt, I don't have to worry about that at all!
I also like the fact that it can be worn in the front or in the back. I did a 5 miler with the belt on the front for 2.5 miles and with it on the back for 2.5 miles. I honestly didn't even know it was there. The belt never bounced, never moved. The only negative I will report is how hard it was to get my phone in and out of it while the belt was being worn. I sometimes take pictures during a run, and it was kind of a pain to take the belt off to get the phone in and out. A seriously minor negative that can be dealt with.
I have worn it on a 5 miler, my long run of 10 miles, and hill repeats so far, and just love it! After two runs, I did feel like it stretched out a little, so I had to re adjust the tightness of it, but once I tightened it down, it was fine and stopped moving. The SLS3 dual pocket run belt is a must have if you are in need of a run belt!
In fact, I am going to give one lucky winner a chance to win one of these babies! The raffle will be open for one week (till 2/13) so get those entries in! If you can't wait and just have to have one, you can visit Amazon through this link. This is a limited time introductory price for the dual pocket run belt. The belt retails at $29.90 but our Amazon store has it listed for $12.90 (57% Off).
I do like the fact that it comes in a variety of colors. I never run with my phone but would love to. This might be the belt I need to accommodate my large phone.
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