NATHAN VAPORAIR 2.0 7L: a full review of Nathan's latest running vest
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- Опубліковано 28 лют 2021
- NATHAN VAPORAIR 2.0 7L: a full review of Nathan's latest running vest
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This is without a doubt one of the better reviews I have seen, you are awesome. thank you.
Cheers for watching! It really is a good pack, which makes the review pretty easy! 👊🏼
Excellent review and thanks for spicing it up a bit! I use this exact vest and have tried UD and UltrAspire options as well. Love the VaporAir 2.0! Also worth mentioning that the VaporAir 2.0 is one of the lightest vests in its class. Re: the softflasks dropping down, I use the straw cap (not the bite valves) that come with the HydraPak flasks and these extend like straws even if the flask settles in the pocket.
Ahh, the straw cap is a brilliant solution to the slipping problem! There is always something to grab ahold of! Great suggestion! 👊🏽
Good review Matt
I just picked up this vest!! Can’t wait until it gets delivered.
Ahh, brilliant! I know you’re going to love it!
Thank you. I've been wearing an UD Adventure 4.0 for awhile, but the "comfort cinch" strings that hold it together wore out quickly. I repaired it once, but it looks like it could blow out again at any moment and I have some races coming up. Rather than take my chances of it blowing out in the middle of a race, I think I'm gonna go with this Nathan option after doing some research. Thanks for showing all the finer points it has to offer.
You’re very welcome! I’m still loving this pack and it’s showing no signs of wear so far! Good luck with your upcoming races! 👊🏼
Finally! Someone else who was as excited about their first bladder that comes with a magnet. 😂 Just saw this pack on sale for $100 and I’m thinking of getting it to replace my old Patagonia slope runner. The flasks pockets on this one are wider and seem easier to get the full bottles in there. Thanks for an awesome reviewb
Cheers for watching! The magnet is so underrated! It’s the absolute best!
@@its_Matt_B_also just a tip on the bottle in front pockets. Take a hair tie or rubber band and run it through the little tiny loop on top of the pocket then back through the rubberband. You can then just wrap that around the tops of the bottles to keep them in place. Hope that makes sense
@@FirstLightAdventures That makes perfect sense! Solid tip! 👊🏽
Thanks for the info. FYI, "Who adjusts their vest during a run?" - long distance runners who consume what's filling the vest. I constantly adjust my Vaporkrar as I deplete my liquids, energy, or even put on a jacket.
Ahh, yes! I get having to readjust when you're putting on or taking off clothes, but i've never had to adjust because i'm drinking the liquid i'm carrying! 🤷🏻♂
I either use vaporkrar waist band or vaporkrar 4L. Enough space for my needs although the 7L looks like a great setup, especially if someone needed a little extra gear to hold and didn't want to go all the way up to the 12L which seems more the size of a small pack.
I’ve been using a 12l for years (in another brand) and never thought it was too big, but I never filled it out completely. This size seems more in line with what I’ll actually use it for.
Great review....! I have the older running vest, which is in need of an upgrade!! Just a tip to stop the water reservoir/bag 'jiggles': turn it upside-down and suck the extra air from the water bag after filling it. What shoes are you wearing on that run...?
Cheers, David. I’m wearing Atreyu (base model). There is an initial review on my channel under shoe reviews.
Well done... I will be getting one myself.... I hope it doesn't get to hot.I have a 5 year old 1.5L Nathan pack that is very small "fabric" wise this one seems a little bit bigger but looks great I like the mag as well I bet it does well on long MTB rides.
It's very comfortable and I've been extremely happy with it!
if heat is the issue check out the trailmix 7. i run all summer with it in heat indexes over 100 very comfortably
Nice review Matt I bought this the other day can’t wait to try it out this weekend
Check back in and let me know how it goes! Those waterproof pockets…..😍
Will do and yes like you said my phone in my pocket gets wet starts pausing songs, unlocking sometimes you can’t even unlock your phone for 10 minutes till it dries off
@@stevez3332 Ugh! I HATE that! I haven't heard it happening to anyone else until now! The wet material against the screen is like little fingers just pressing buttons, until we get locked out! 🙄
Ok here is my review. You can def notice when it’s full also with your keys and phone you have a little extra weight on your knees at first. It’s snug I did get a hot flash under the straps the first mile as I heated up but my back was cool from the cold water. I do like it I liked the side waterproof pockets for my phone and keys. I also made new friends with fellow hydration packers who wouldn’t nod at me before wearing a water belt but now know I’m going far not some messily 5k lol. Kinda like how once you get a road bike the people on them wave to you they don’t do that when you ride a hybrid around. I can also see this being very useful for hikes. The water after 6 miles became room temp which is expected here in FL Amd also good as your body can absorb that faster than chilled water. I’m wondering if I freeze the pack overnight half full in the freeze or put ice cubes before I go if I’ll damage it? Regardless nice pack will be very useful for this years marathon training
@@stevez3332 Welcome to the elitist and judgmental world of hydration packs. We only accept our own. 🤣 There’s no getting around it being a bit warm, especially in Florida, but I’m usually soaked in a few miles so don’t really notice the extra warmth too much.
I’ve steered clear of freezing the pack itself, mainly because I don’t want the expanding ice to possible break the valve at the bottom. It’s ice all the way for me, and I’ll usually make some bigger ice cubes the night before I use it.
Nice review
Cheers, Judson! 👊🏽
Are you freakin' kidding me with the waterproof phone pocket?? BRILLIANT! Thank you for pointing this out. I own the same vest and didn't even know that. My phone has been wet twice on two different 50K's, locked out and reset, and in the middle of the mountains (aka nowhere) so don't have WI-FI or phone signal to reboot from the cloud. Totally miserable. Now I know….Thanks! (BTW...I love the magnet, too!)
I’m so glad you know about the waterproof pocket now. Your vest just became 10x more valuable! It seems surprising that more companies aren’t offering a waterproof pocket! I’ve also been locked out of my phone just from having it in a pocket and sweating on it. It sucks! 🤣
i use a ziplock quart bag for my phone and keys and have never had a problem placing it in the rear storage pocket of my trailmix 7. it doesnt flop around and is more comfortable than i would imagine carrying it pressed to my chest
@@carlholland3819 A ziplock bag is incredibly useful! It’s probably one of those things we should always have with us!
Just got this pack today. I'm excited to try it out.
Did you buy it for a specific event or just as your daily pack? LMK what you think of it! 👊🏼
I got it as my daily pack for training. So far so good!
@@amandarowe2928 good to hear! Enjoy it! 👊🏼
Great review and just in time as I need a new pack. Would you recommend this pack for a rugged and rough 100 miler? Been a Nathan fan but was thinking about trying something else till I saw your review. Thanks Again.
This is a fantastic pack, and I would recommend it for a hundo as it has a lot of space to fit any required gear you’d have to carry. Which hundo are you going for?
Great review, has it been a staple in your running routine and if so any long term feedback?
Thanks! I used it regularly for over a year, but I haven’t work it in about 6 months. It’s still in good shape and I’m happy to tell you my thoughts about it haven’t changed!
i use the nathan trailmix 7l. it has just the right amount of pockets. 3 front pockets for sugar, headlamp, shell. 2 back pockets for 1.5-2l bladder, phone and keys in a ziplock bag. it also has better adjustment and optimal venting all for $100 or less. id like to get something like the vaporair for winter but only if they can simplify the design. they do make a trailmix 12l which has enough space to carry some extra/dry clothes, 3l bladder, and more front storage. do have to remove the pack to access the large rear pocket, but its easy enough to do without stopping
The Trailmix 7L is a great vest, although the style just doesn’t feel ideal to me. I like the feel of vests that wrap around my sides. With that said, the ventilation of the Trailmix is pretty perfect and yes, the VaporAir can feel a little over engineered at times.
Hi Matt! Thank you for doing a review on this. It's on my to-buy list and I wonder if the bladder is safe to hold flavored drinks like pocari sweat? Thank you.
There is no problem putting any flavored drink in the bladder. Just be sure to rinse the bladder and dry it fully before storing it! 👊🏼
@@its_Matt_B_ Thank you Matt. Your kind words help a lot! 😊❤
Excellent review. Does it rub on your neck when running? I have a pack that does and I just had to use it for skiing only.
Cheers, Bryan! I think I remember it rubbing once, but it was super hot and I was soaked! I’ve worn it a lot without any chafing issues!
@@its_Matt_B_ Thanks !
Great review. May I know the size of the flask that will fit the front pocket?250 or 500ml?
Thanks for watching, John! 500ml bottles fit perfectly.
I invested more of my time and money into running quicker, so I don't have to carry as much water between aid stations. just kidding. looks like you have tested it well, and I know how much you love that Salomon one :)
Ugh! I wish I would have just thought of running faster! That’s such a more convenient way to do things! 🤣
How does someone loosen the vest if they pulled the cords too tight? Haven't been able to find any instructions on it 😮
It's a bit more difficult to loosen, but if you open the waterproof pockets on the front of the vest (under the bottle pockets), you can loosen the cords there. I've found it's easier to loosen the straps when you're NOT wearing the vest, but its easier to tighten with the vest on! LMK how you get on!
@@its_Matt_B_ Will do Matt, thanks for letting me know! 👍
So bummed I got the exact same vest but in red and it has no magnet attachment. I called prior to ordering and they assured that it did.....
What! That’s crazy! Call them and ask for one. You should be able to snap it on the rail!
@@its_Matt_B_ that is exactly what I am thinking. I sent email with pics along with a link to this review telling them I bought it because of this skinny running guy from Florida.... I wonder if the piece on the tube can be added as well. Really though par for the course my friend. This week I received new hope f20 pedals all the way from England and they sent 2 left pedals, new smart wool running socks, hole on bottom, new running shorts from nathan probably to small might size up but also I have run in baggy shorts so not sure and now my new hydration vest lol.... ahhhhh! The one from England really sucks... those pedals are spendy.
@@tommytfaa It looks like your due for a change in luck! 🍀
@@tommytfaa BTW, the magnet on the hose clips on and off very easily!
@@its_Matt_B_ quick update.... I emailed Nathan. The guy said it should have had it and they sent me a second vest. It arrived with no magnetic clasp. Today he told me "I am sorry, I am not sure why they do not have the magnet as they should, I wonder if there was a change or an issue with manufacturing I deeply apologize for all of this." Sooooo just a note to your viewers they no longer have the magnetic clasp..... how odd and a bummer!