What is the advantage of a running vest instead of a backpack for trail running?
I keep seeing trail runners who instead of a small light backpack, have a running vest with small front pockets and then one on the back.
What is the advantage of a running vest over a small backpack for trail running?
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Balance...
A vest for a limited amount of stuff, is a quick easy replacement for Combining a Frontpack with a Backpack while hiking
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A backpack bounces around too much when running. You need something tight-fitting and light. A vest with a few pockets is a lot better at that than a pack.
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Ease of access. You can get something out of most pockets in a vest without stopping and removing it first. With a backpack, you might be able to reach a side pocket without removing it - otherwise anything you want from it requires removal to access it.
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