![]() Belt pockets: On the belt on either side of the main pocket is a smaller pocket.If other fanny packs are too small and you don’t want to carry a full backpack, the Repack is a great option, ideal for longer hikes/runs/bike trips. Those looking for a happy medium between fanny pack and backpack. It also can carry a legit amount of stuff. WATER. Not only does this fanny pack carry more water than any other pack we tested, it’s easy to get to while you’re in motion, which means you’re more likely to stay hydrated. In no time at all, I could reach down and-without looking-detach the straw, drink, and easily return it back to it’s magnetic home. A magnetic tube trap keeps the big ol’ straw secure around your waist and easily accessible on the go. The water reservoir has a fast flow rate for better hydration. It’s super easy to get in and out to refill, and holds 1.5 liters, which is enough for a couple hours of hydration depending on the activity and weather. The Repack has your traditional CamelBak water reservoir tucked into its large interior pocket. Not huge, but a nice touch.ĬamelBak’s other popular fanny pack, the Repack, is a step up from the Podium Flow in terms of storage and water capacity (and price, obviously). Extras: There’s a reflective strip along the pack for extra visibility.Storage: 21 oz of water and 2 liters (120 cubic inches) of cargo.Also on the exterior is a smaller front zipper pocket, perfect for keys, chapstick, etc. One large zipper opening has two mesh side stash pockets and a clip for keys. ![]() The Podium Flow is great for short hikes/runs/bike trips. Those looking for a minimal fanny pack that allows you to carry extra water and just the essentials in terms of cargo. I’m not afraid of dirt and (most) germs, but the mud cap covers the mouthpiece to help keep out dirt and dust. The real nifty addition here is the mud cap. As you’d expect from CamelBak, there’s a toggle on top of the water bottle to let water flow or not, reducing accidental spillage and allowing you to open and close it without touching the part your mouth touches. Like most things in life, it favors righties. It’s set on a diagonal so you can effortlessly slide it in and out without much thought or effort. (My REI fanny pack doesn’t have this, and any time I bend over to tie my shoe or pick up something, the bottle flops out.) It’s also easy to access the bottle while you’re on the go. The sleeve has an elastic ring around the top that tightens around an indentation near the top of the water bottle, holding it in place, which is rather important so it doesn’t flop out when you’re running, walking or pedaling. The water bottle actually stays in place. The fanny pack is lightweight and small enough that it doesn’t get in the way. The water bottle sleeve makes this fanny pack a favorite among mountain bikers who need to stash just a few small items and appreciate a little extra hydration out on long rides. The Podium Flow Belt is the perfect option for someone who wants to carry a bottle of water and just the essentials. It’s still in great shape after getting lots of use (see above photos), but since it’s so old, the pockets were designed for smaller phones, so I hardly use it anymore. I have a similar one circa 2011 from REI. I was most excited to try this fanny pack. The author (left) with a fanny pack friend in Joshua Tree National Park Camelbak - Podium Flow Belt Hit us up in the comments below, and our fanny experts will help advise which fanny’s right for you. Got fanny questions? We got fanny answers. We also used an iPhone (and beer) in several photos for scale. We won’t pick favorites, but we will tell you how they differ and who they’re made for. Each of the fanny packs we tested-it’s a tough job, but somebody’s gotta…-serves its own unique purpose. To no one’s surprise, all fannies are not created equal. The author modeling fanny packs in Mammoth Lakes and Yosemite National Park Today is International Fanny Pack Day (yeehaw!), so we’re rounding up some of the very best hip packs out there from all the brands you know and love, including The North Face, CamelBak, Cotopaxi, Fjallraven, and more. I need to carry lots of water, but usually that’s the only big item, along with smaller essentials like my phone, keys, snacks, and chapstick. If I’m not bringing a hammock or a picnic on a hike, I’ll gladly ditch the backpack, spare myself all that back sweat, and strap on a fanny pack. I’m a minimalist (and lazy) and only want to carry the bare essentials when I’m hiking, biking, walking, whatever. There are two main reasons why I will-and very often do-proudly don this highly functional (and fashionable?) piece of gear that’s typically reserved for middle school math teachers on a field trip to Disneyland: And I’ve got no shame in my hip pack game.
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