Trail Running Guides: Gear, Hydration & Training

Black LECAMO ROOT5 running vest with front pockets and chest closures

Running Vest Sizing: Measure and Compare Between Sizes

A measurement near the boundary of two running vest sizes is a reason to compare them carefully. It does not create a universal rule to size up or down.

Running Vest Sizing: Measure and Compare Between Sizes

A measurement near the boundary of two running vest sizes is a reason to compare them carefully. It does not create a universal rule to size up or down.

LECAMO ROOT5 front view showing chest cords, clips and zipped front pockets

Why Does Your Trail Vest Bounce? A Fit Troubleshooting Guide

Identify what moves when your running vest bounces. Follow a symptom checklist for loaded fit, flask retention, rear packing and changes in water load.

Why Does Your Trail Vest Bounce? A Fit Troubleshooting Guide

Identify what moves when your running vest bounces. Follow a symptom checklist for loaded fit, flask retention, rear packing and changes in water load.

Blue LECAMO soft flask pictured beside a separate straw assembly

Soft Flasks vs Hydration Bladders: Fit, Access and Refills

Front flasks and a rear hydration bladder put water in different parts of a running vest. When chest comfort is your main concern, compare both arrangements with the vest loaded...

Soft Flasks vs Hydration Bladders: Fit, Access and Refills

Front flasks and a rear hydration bladder put water in different parts of a running vest. When chest comfort is your main concern, compare both arrangements with the vest loaded...

Trail running loadout with a LECAMO vest and soft flask

How Much Water Should I Carry Trail Running?

A simple way to estimate how much water — and how much vest — you actually need, based on how long you're out on the trail.

How Much Water Should I Carry Trail Running?

A simple way to estimate how much water — and how much vest — you actually need, based on how long you're out on the trail.

Black LECAMO ROOT8 running vest with front storage and chest closures

Hydration Vest and Running Pack Capacity: 5L, 8L or 18L

Compare 5L, 8L and 18L storage against your complete carry list. Check water containers separately, then test loaded fit and pocket access.

Hydration Vest and Running Pack Capacity: 5L, 8L or 18L

Compare 5L, 8L and 18L storage against your complete carry list. Check water containers separately, then test loaded fit and pocket access.