Best Running Belts: 10 ways to carry your phone, gels and essentials while running 5k to marathon

[@roosmuylaert6848]

My favorite running belt is the Compressport Free Belt Pro. As new to running I've learned a lot about running and gear on your channel. Congrats!

[@TheRunTesters]

Not used this one but we'll check it out.

[@JuanaVallSerra]

@@TheRunTesters Split between Compressport Free Belt Pro and Naked Running Band. Would appreciate your comments. Kieran did review the Naked. Update: I’ve just ordered the NRB.

[@zdnice]

great video. My favorite and the best I love is the NAKED run belt. Close to the Salomon belt. But the Naked really fits to the body beautifully.

[@TheRunTesters]

Not tested this one but thanks for the tip.

[@enkaytee-01]

@@TheRunTesters Definitely work looking at - the great thing is that they come in a variety of sizes so the fit is awesome. They also make amazing running vests - also worth checking out...

[@billbasta8481]

My favorite too. For a Marathon I can carry two 500 ml, and one 250 ml collapsible flasks.

[@nizam_mr]

I use Aonijie mesh belt. Looks like a replica or oem of Salomon belt. Over 1 year of use, the logo starts peeling off, but the mesh still all good. Carried phone, creditcard, gels, and 400ml flask no prob

[@stuartwalker6786]

Any chance of a vid on the belt/fuel/hydration set up each of you use SPECIFICALLY for a Marathon.... Is it worth taking fluid if there are plenty of aid stations, the frequency of fuelling and the gels/other used etc etc

[@dalemcmurren3595]

Been using Naked Band for 3 to 4 years and really like it. Haven’t used any other to compare it to though

[@hmor]

Compressport Free Belt Pro is by far the best running belt ever made in the history of running belts and it’s not even close

[@nik9401]

Same!

[@AapoSummanen]

... it`s not even close to what ?

[@ScentNomad]

Nice overview, thx! I use the La Sportiva running belt, it's super minimal and extremely lightweight at a mere 35g (which was my major deciding factor, I found the FlipBelt to be much too hot). It comes without any bells and whistles, only four compartements of various sizes, no zippers or clips (but it has two rubberized loops for poles). It seems to last quite well considering how light it is, it's also very easy to wear and affordable.

[@thepatternforms859]

No mention of the NAKED running belt!?

[@TheRunTesters]

This one's a popular one it seems.

[@AmaSharapova]

Thank you for the video!

[@Anthraxb0mb]

I’ve looked into several of the belts shown here and they’re all out of stock, or only available in Europe. I live in Houston, where it’s usually hot and humid, so looking for a lightweight belt that can fit a water bottle in back with phone in front. Even the Flipbelt Elite is sold out.

[@AapoSummanen]

Thank you for this :) Valuable information 🙂

[@lmc4964]

I dont like stuff on my back, sometimes I like to take off my t shirt and get a bit of sun so a belt option might be better. Where I do my trail running there is a water source near my half way point, so dont need to carry that much water, was thinking of a collapsable cup

[@peterkisidaj9329]

Hu Guys, great, very useful review! I've got Flip belt and I can't imagine any run without it. But I like Camelbak Ultra Belt, thinking to buy one more as I have only one flip belt and many times hard to find time for washing it as only one :) All the Best

[@davetravis3342]

I prefer shorts with built in belts/storage eg Adidas trail shorts & Decathlon marathon shorts. On another subject, I have a Garmin 245 watch, what chest heart rate monitor would best work with this? Should I stick with Garmin (duo, run?), or possibly Polar H9? Primarily for heart rate zones, rather than complicated running form information. Advice appreciated

[@Catcrumbs]

I use a Garmin HR strap that I got with a cycling computer 10 years ago. It tracks HR and respiration rate fine, so just get the cheapest thing available, if that's all you need.

[@IanRamon]

vrey helpful review! thanks!

[@user-fv1576]

Wish you mentioned wish water bottles fit which belts.

[@Mark.011x]

Hi, Nick ! Nice review as usual. I want to ask you which running belt do you think it is best for sprint running ? I need one just for phone when listening to music and I was thinking to put the part with the phone on the back. Also, I mention that I'm fit(1.70 cm and 73 kg), if it probably matters.

[@TheRunTesters]

Thanks Mark. If it's just a phone for fast I'd probably just use shorts/half tights with a pocket. Something like the Saysky Pace Tight or Brooks Source 9". But a simple belt works well too, like the Fitletic one.

[@Mark.011x]

​@@TheRunTesters I'm not a big fan of that type of shorts, but I'll see. Do you think that the Fitletic belt will keep the phone tight enough ?

[@maurizioghidini3833]

Hi everyone, where can i purchase the Running Testers Hat please?

[@merijn6415]

where do you leave water?

[@andrewvalente6186]

With the flip belt could i fit the 11oz water bottle and 10 veloforte gels in the none zip bit at back Thanks Andy Weymouth x

[@fletch9210]

Thanks @RunTesters, I'm buying the KipRun belt. Is a 500ml flex flask a good idea or would it be best to get 2x 250ml flasks to spread the weight? EDIT: now have the belt with 500ml flask, can recommend both. Some may prefer 2x 250ml but I decided 500ml is simpler and takes up less space. Was perfect for 15 mile trail run with phone and a couple of bars too with space to spare.

[@OZSA87]

I'm about to get this one too for my first marathon, how was the sizing for you? can you tell me your hip size and what size belt you bought? I'm hoping it doesn't bounce too much with the 500ml flask as I already have that, don't want to buy 2x250 unless I have to, won't be carrying my phone with it just 500ml and some gels maybe.

[@aquafabaaa]

Hi @fletch9210. I’m seriously considering the KipRun hydration belt. I’m at ends between two 250ml soft flasks and a 500ml soft flask. Are you still using the belt? How is it holding up?

[@joemilewicz6847]

Salomon pulse belt. Lots of storage for £25. Good zip pocket for your phone also. Sized correctly and it won’t bounce.

[@TheRunTesters]

Yeah, Pulse is a good shout for a cheaper alternative to the Pro.

[@xelionizer]

How do you run with a softflask in your belt!? The mouthpiece is designed to open when sqeezed, and it's squeezed all the time! Not only that, but pressure is put all around the flask as well!

[@TheRunTesters]

Hi it doesn’t really put pressure on the mouthpiece to have it in the belt, so always been ok for me (Nick)!

[@xelionizer]

@@TheRunTesters I will have a go at it;) (Instead of me being all theoretical!)

[@badmuppet6532]

No mention of the Salomon agile 250? Been my favourite for some time now

[@TheRunTesters]

These were just the ones we'd tested and really enjoyed using. But thanks for the tip on the Agile.

[@kristianjrgensen5157]

I think you forgot the Naked Belt, best on the market!

[@ravindralele5586]

Online?

[@karlbratby4349]

My top tip is NO zippers on a running belt, so dam annoying fiddling around with a zip when 20 miles into a marathon then you drop your gel, or with cold hands or gloved hands!! Naked belt with its big pull tabs to get in the stretch pocket is great as is the decathlon kiprun hydration belt but Naked belt would be my top pick. OH and Most phones are waterproof these days as are gel wrappers and flasks so being waterproof with waterproof zippers is not needed, even car keys are water-resistant if not put the key in a coin bag

[@07Corcaigh]

The North Fave belt looks ideal, what's the sizing like? I'm a 33 inch waist

[@TheRunTesters]

It’s snug. Go a size bigger than you think you should.

[@lars4953]

I thought u are running. But the first thing you put in is this EMF emiting device.

[@jasoncooper1898]

Hi bud did you wear this on your sub 3 hour marathons?.

[@TheRunTesters]

Hi Jason, (Kieran here), I ran my second sub-3 in the Flipbelt Zipper.

[@leesouthify]

Bought the Fitletic Bolt based on the review. My S22 ultra will just about fit in the main compartment but can't get any SiS gels in and need space for 3x so it's going back. Anyone recommend anything suitable for a massive phone and 3x gels please?

[@cheekster777]

Excellent. I’m often surprised with how much running apparel has little to no pockets for storing a mobile phone etc. Thanks guys.

[@TheRunTesters]

Yeah, it seems a no brainer to have more not less.

[@Andrew.W.19]

I love my Naked Running Band. You guys should review that running band. They also have great customer service.

[@mrt8697]

Agree..the naked running band is the best

[@TheRunTesters]

Lots of shouts for the Naked Band. 👍👍

[@Boleyn1895]

For those of us that are just starting to run/hike and may be a bit thicker around the waist - *cough* 46" *cough* will any of these actually fit? I see many mention the nakedbelt but that only goes to 39", ultimate 2 is 42", Bolt says 40" e.t.c Thank you.

[@Micah_Lal]

I was thinking of buying one and a few brands and websites, even ebay sell belts in various sizes, small medium or large. Product description tells you what size fits which waist size

[@unknwoncommand1985]

we're getting close to those dimension box eh?

[@TheRunTesters]

Huh?

[@unknwoncommand1985]

@@TheRunTesters never mind its an anime thing

[@ianbritton7534]

No Naked Band, the original.

[@randenlewis152]

The original has 4 compartments and better placed pole straps, but the 2.0 has 3 compartments and is smaller but better build and less bounce. I don't think you can get the original anymore.

[@kunalpopat3576]

I don't go on any run without my Naked band from Naked innovation

[@fooshoes]

You forgot the best - Naked running belt

[@austinado16]

Naked Running Band. Nothing else compares.

[@mixeddrinks8100]

what about best "phone" carrier that goes around the arm? upper arm that is.

[@randenlewis152]

They are not for serious runners. Uncomfortable for any long runs.

[@dragosanusca]

Please, stop using the clishe best...best this, best that...

[@meizi5521]

I give up, the bouncing is crazy.....

[@JoutarouKuujou1]

need to get a smaller size