HydraQuiver Vest Pack 2 - 2.0: Ideal for marathon, Ironman, and ultrarunning.

Wanted this pack for long runs and ones that I prefer the use of bottles over that of a bladder. This made refills a piece of cake and quick during a race as opposed to pulling a bladder out and having to deal with it at a water stop. Very comfortable, sits higher on my back than a normal pack, which allowed more breath-ability and less heat retention. Bottles stayed in place, even with some very technical running.

Bought this because I was sick of using a bulky camelbak. This has less stuff on my back and let’s me carry two bottles so I have one to dump on my head in the N.C. heat and another full off electrolyte drink

This is a great vest designed for great people who love great gear!

It's hot in Alabama. I previously ran with a bladder pack. Although it did the job, I dreaded putting it on and running with it. I felt the weight of the pack the entire run. I also hated having to clean the bladder after each run. But, it was all I knew.

My buddy and I went running one day and he had just received his Orange Mud bladder pack. Although I did not like my pack, his was different. It was well constructed and seem to sit a bit better on his back.

This summer I decided I was going to buy a nice running pack. I went to order the same pack my buddy had and noticed the bottle packs. I debated on the Double Barrel and Vest Pack 2. I contacted OM and asked for an opinion and they said don't worry, you have 30 days to return it if you don't like it. The idea of no front straps intrigued me. So, I ordered the DB. I ran with it for 3 weeks. I'm not saying it wasn't awesome, it just did not fit ME like I wanted. (That is not a knock. The pack is great) So I returned it (easy) and ordered the VP2.

OMYGOODNESS!!!!!!! I have found heaven. I am 5'9" 170lbs. This pack is IT! No bounce. It sits very high. Minimal fit. Best of all, I do not dread wearing a pack. That's a bold statement. Wearing this pack is the equivalent of wearing your favorite pair of running shoes.

Side note - I also bought the insulated bottles from OM, which are a perfect fit. Loaded with ice, the liquid will stay cool for almost an hour, VS 30 minutes with the regular bottles.

This vest is great! I was able to carry more than enough liquid on a hot training run.