What's in My Running Vest on a Long Trail Run | REI

[@mikep590]

I recognize Alan because I saw him on the trail once. I will never forget, it was June 2019. Our backpacking crew was fighting our way up a deep snow covered climb in Yosemite between Tenaya Lake and Clouds rest. Alan and his running companion came lightly sprinting down the ridge hopping along as though it was nothing. We talked to them, They had come up from Yosemite Valley, over Clouds rest through some difficult snow conditions. They were continuing on to wrap up their 40+ mile day out to Tenaya Lake then back towards El Cap and down to the Valley. I charted the course after and it had over 11K in elevation change. I can't comprehend covering that distance, elevation, at altitude, in those conditions. This guy is amazing!!!

[@rei]

Thanks for sharing, Mike. That's a heck of a story, and reason 987,654,321+ for why Alan is so amazing! 😃

[@chandaharkins4418]

Great hair! Thanks for sharing. I love "looking" into other runners' vests. This was fun!

[@sabrinawebb1098]

The internet needs more Alan content! This was great!

[@aaronedgeart]

More Alan, he's gold.

[@rei]

Thanks Aaron! 🙌

[@Fish-fam5]

Thank you. Would love to see more of Alan’s tips. So interested in getting into trail running. Also Alan has that very cool and calming personality to watch.

[@alissahudson6499]

I'd love to know what's on Alan's running playlist!

[@rei]

Us too!

[@YoJace]

Thanks for your exposé Alan. As another contributor indicated, it’s always nice to know what someone else has in their kit.

[@rei]

Of course, thank you for taking the time to watch!

[@rei]

We're glad that you found it helpful, Sarah!

[@ursulaanne]

Wouldn't mind seeing some running vest comparisons if the channel hasn't already

[@rei]

We may have an upcoming video of interest to you, Ursula! 🙂If you're subscribed to the channel, you'll get updates when our new videos drop.

[@Hall]

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[@nat.in.nature]

This is awesome. You are so legit!! Thanks for sharing your vest with us!

[@rei]

Thanks for tuning in! We hope Alan was able to give you some ideas of what you can add to your own kit. 😄

[@SarahOdeh]

This is such a great video! I love to see what other people pack :) Especially what is in the car. I always forget my cozy socks.

[@tyraphillips6762]

This was such a good video! Definitely got some great tips for things to carry

[@rudyelizondo1935]

Cool vid man, very informative, thanks for sharing

[@zigzag4230]

I don't run much but that was fun!

[@rei]

We're glad you had fun watching! 🙌

[@RTaranto118]

We are the same! I keep hand warmers in my first aid kit too!

[@rei]

Warm hands helps during those chilly morning runs.

[@patrickel-hage9769]

This guy is awesome. Great vid!!

[@rei]

The best!🥰

[@allisonmorgan928]

absolute gear head thnx Alan

[@journeyoflovelight]

This was so cool thanks for sharing. -Melanie

[@rei]

Right on! After watching, is there anything you may add to your running kit?

[@marcosanchezponce]

This is Rad dude

[@neilt7490]

Well done

[@AstrumG2V]

From my experience the UD flasks tend to spring leaks a lot. I have several UD vests but all the bottles they came with have tear-aid all over em ^^'

[@WannaKamaka]

Is there a link for his hat??

[@Richard_Garza]

You don’t carry much water? What if you life in a area with no lakes or rivers, should I buy a different veat

[@ltdanyj]

I love my Aftershokz headphones- I just wish they worked better with sunglasses!!

[@konny.03]

A different question is: what do you not take with you? :)

[@sinebheag4685]

What kind of super expanding fabric is that vest made of?!? That's an unbelievable volume of stuff 😂

[@rei]

Kind of amazing, right?! Salomon says the Sensifit construction, "offers a snug, precise, comfortable fit and balances the load front and back, so you can move more freely and faster." You can check out the material's specs here: bit.ly/3m4FvmA

[@rickguthrie7662]

Alan. What happened to the Arc'teryx Norvan SL Shakedry running jacket? I can't find it anywhere?

[@skyblue-lb9kr]

Brilliant......ty!

[@rei]

Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@Thes564]

I think some sort of basic survival kit might be a good idea just in case.

[@jimace9409]

what do you carry in your first aid kit?

[@mountainboynishant3552]

Nice

[@Pww642]

Do you take bear spray or bear bells?

[@robertbock4853]

What model are the green Altra shoes?

[@rei]

Good eye! Those are Altra Lone Peaks. We've got a few prior year models available in our Used Gear shop (rei.com/used), and the latest versions on REI.com.

[@Trilicia]

Anyone know the brand of that hat?!😍

[@rei]

We love it too! For something similar, check out the Outdoor Research Helium Wind Cap, REI item #204221

[@snifferstein]

Janji AFO HyperLight Cap