Details
Brand
Amphipod
Model
AirFlow Lite
Use
Storage
Key Features
• Bounce-less design• Breathable and ventilated shaft• Split pocket design• Secure fastener• Stretchable and adjustable belt• Moisture resistance
Comfort
The waist strap is built to be comfortable from the ground up with its bounceless design and stretchable as well as an adjustable waist strap. Again, it is fully vented with AirFlow mesh construction that also keeps the pockets and inside sections of the waist strap moisture resistant. It is also very lightweight, so you will not feel bogged down while running with it on and the waistline belt is non-confining and again very easy to adjust and made fit for whatever waistline is thrown at it. The actual front section, where the pouch is located, is made of neoprene, which allows it to protect items stored inside. This is covered by the mesh that has ventilation for breathability and to keep the airflow coming. Wearers reported that even carrying it bare skin is comfortable with no chafing or uncomfortable rubbing taking place. There is a zipper on this pouch section where a pocket is split into two inside.
Size
The waist pack’s dimensions are 7.5″ x 3.5″ x 1″. This is overall a pretty decent-sized bag with two pockets (split up from one zippered opening) designed to hold even an iPhone 6 or an iPhone 6 plus. It is fully adjustable so that it will fit on most waists.
Accessories
You see what you get with the bag. WIth an additional purchase, you should find ways to clip a water bottle onto its beltline.
Use
The waist pack or running belt as some like to refer to these types of holding bags for athletes has plenty to offer for anyone on a long run or jog. Many other packs on the market do not have ventilation air shafts or areas to keep it from getting stuffy inside, and this one does. Unlike many other packs or belts, it features two pockets and not just one (although it is one split up into two sections since it zips from one opening on the front pouch). There are various ways why this bag stands out and is worth a look for anyone into running or jogging. It is also adjustable, comfortable and offers plenty of headroom in its pockets.
Style
The bag comes in various colors to choose from, and some of the colors stand out. For instance, the purple color has the ventilated mesh covered purple and the other sections grey for a mixed style. The blue version is similar instead of the other sections being grey, they are black. On the other hand, some of the other colors like black are all in one color (besides the Amphipod logo which is green or teal in the appearance on the front mesh section and sits on a black backdrop). WIth the various color options, you should find something to like.
Durability
The bag is quite durable, according to most reports from long-term users where it served runners well on their outings. It offers a minimalist feeling and is very inexpensive so do not expect it to do wonders in this regard or expect it to survive all weather conditions over long-term use.
Breathability
The waist pack has ventilation shafts built into its material and this is really a nifty feature to have in such a running belt. Amphipod refers to the waist pack’s breathable material as “AirFlow mesh construction” and pegs it as fully vetted with moisture resistance. This is great when running during light showers or when sweat becomes an issue during long runs.
Price
This is a very inexpensive waist pack that will not set you back very much at all especially compared to some of the other running belts or waist packs on the market.
Bottom Line
If you are an avid runner who is looking into purchasing a running belt or a waist pack to keep your essentials, nutritious items, and electronics secure while on the run, this bag has most of the bases covered. It has ventilation construction, again called AirFLow mesh, to keep the items inside from getting stuffy as well as wet with its moisture-resistant covering. It offers a split pocket design with plenty of headroom to store even phones in and a very adjustable stretch belt to fit most waistlines. The price is also very respectable for such a waist pack with so many features it offers. It doesn’t offer a way to keep a water bottle secure to it, but there are attachments available for water bottles that can hook onto it, which are sold separately.
