Runners, I swear by this Nathan Sports hydration vest — and right now it’s on sale

I test running gear for a living, and aside from shoes, the piece I’m most often asked to recommend is a running vest. There are plenty of options out there to suit different training needs, but one I stand by for runners of all abilities is the Nathan Sports Pinnacle FeatherLite Vest.

It’s exceptionally lightweight and minimal, so it barely feels noticeable when worn. With four front pockets and a larger zippered pocket at the back, it has space for your phone, water, gels, and keys up front, plus a light jacket or hat in the rear compartment.

And good news! Right now, the Nathan Sports Pinnacle FeatherLite Vest is down to $102 at Amazon, the lowest price I’ve ever seen it.

Nathan Sports Pinnacle FeatherLite Vest: was $120 now $102 at Amazon

This unisex running vest is available at Amazon in four sizes: L-XL, S-M, and XXS-XS. Each size has adjustable front straps, making it easy to tighten or loosen the fit, which is especially useful once you have finished your water and the vest feels looser. Just note that the sale price may vary depending on the size you choose.

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I’ve trained for two marathons in the Nathan Sports Pinnacle FeatherLite Vest, and it’s still the most comfortable and reliable vest I own. It's a vest that feels very lightweight, even on long summer runs. The mesh fabric keeps air flowing to stop you overheating, and it also uses a four way stretch fabric so you don't feel restricted at all on your upper half.

The front pockets are perfectly placed so you can grab your water or gels without slowing down. The vest comes with one soft flask which slides in and out easily, and the wide openings to the pockets make refilling the bottles quick and hassle-free. The larger zippered back pocket is just right for stashing a lightweight jacket or hat if the weather turns, giving you peace of mind on unpredictable training days.

You can also adjust the straps on the go to fine-tune the fit. If you’ve drunk most of your water and the vest starts to feel looser, a quick tighten keeps it snug. I love to point people to the Pinnacle FeatherLite Vest because it’s the perfect balance of minimal weight and just enough storage, whether you’re heading out for a short trail run or putting in the miles for marathon training.

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