Orange Mud, LLC Packs Gear Vest, Version V3.0: Ideal for running, biking, triathlon
Orange Mud, LLC Packs Gear Vest, Version V3.0: Ideal for running, biking, triathlon
Orange Mud, LLC Packs Gear Vest, Version V3.0: Ideal for running, biking, triathlon
Orange Mud, LLC Packs Gear Vest, Version V3.0: Ideal for running, biking, triathlon
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Orange Mud, LLC Packs Gear Vest, Version V3.0: Ideal for running, biking, triathlon
Orange Mud, LLC Packs Gear Vest, Version V3.0: Ideal for running, biking, triathlon

Orange Mud, LLC

Gear Vest, Version V3.0: Ideal for running, biking, triathlon

Rated 4.9 out of 5
Based on 73 reviews
$114.95

Version 3.0 is out with changes to a solid nylon front dual adjustment chest strap, oversized chest pockets for plus sized phones and flask, and a dual layer pocket design that holds the phone on the outside, flask on the inside. It holds 1L/35oz of fluids in the bladder yet can be loaded up with flask up front for much larger adventures. The rear shock cord is great for jackets or a base layer. The pack size is tiny and rides high on your shoulders for maximum breathability when it's scorching hot. Tackle everything from a lunch time run, marathon, triathlon, gravel ride, mtb ride or on the slopes! 

What's different with version 3.0 over 2.0? 3.0 has:

  • Solid, non stretchy, nylon straps on the front chest adjustments for a cinch tight and no slip fit.
  • We've added a structurally tough elastic in the back of the side webbing for just a bit of stretch to conform with chest breathing while still maintaining stability.
  • Trekking pole anchor points are in the front of the pack, as well as the back. 
  • Added hang loop for hanging the pack up. 
  • Change to elastic strap retainers on the side from rigid plastic.

The key to fit, cinch the sides first, not the front, until you feel the pack anchor on your shoulders. Then adjust the front harness as needed so you can breathe during movement.

During any sport the Gear Vest is extremely stable to torsional, up and down, and fast movements. It tracks with your body and is very comfortable to wear. Storage up front is designed around 500ml or 600ml soft flasks.

  • Weight without bladder: 8.9oz
  • Bladder size: 1L (35oz) included
  • Sport focus: Trail and ultra-running, Marathon, Mountain Biking, Triathlon, Hiking, SUP, Skiing
  • Made: Vietnam
  • Fits soft flask in 500ml (500ml-LINK) and 600ml (600ml-LINK) in the front chest pockets.
  • Optional Trekking Pole Hardware-Link
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73 Reviews
Reviewed by Caroline
I recommend this product
Product Standouts
  • No Bounce
  • Compact
  • Very Comfortable
  • No Chaffing
  • High Quality
I use it for
  • Trail Running
  • Road Running
Rated 5 out of 5
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Best minimalist running vest

I love this vest. I live in Arizona and run in very hot weather, so I needed something that holds a lot of water but does not add a lot of extra material to my person. This fits the bill perfectly. I love that it rides high on the back and allows for maximum ventilation. The straps are easy to adjust and can be secured easily so that the excess doesn't flap around while I run. The pack feels very secure with no bounce while not being constricting or suffocating. I love the velcro piece that secures the water bladder in place so it doesn't slosh around. Between the water bladder and the front flask pockets I can carry 2L of water. I did have a similar issue to another reviewer with the straws on the flask being a bit long, but I just tucked them into the pocket and it wasn't a problem. I might try cutting them down as suggested. I've used Salomon, Nathan, and Naked running vests and have had various issues with all of them. This will be my go-to vest for the Arizona summer for the foreseeable future.

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Reviewed by thomas k.
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I recommend this product
Product Standouts
  • Very Comfortable
  • No Bounce
  • Compact
  • High Quality
  • Easy Access
I use it for
  • Marathon
  • Trail Running
  • Road Running
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted

Ideal Running Pack

Ran my first marathon with this pack and it performed perfectly. I will be hiking rim to rim later this year and this will be the only pack I bring with me. Would have liked an option to purchase this and two flasks (at a discounted price) as a bundle.

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Reviewed by Samuel R.
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I recommend this product
Product Standouts
  • Very Comfortable
  • Compact
I use it for
  • Trail Running
  • Road Running
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted

Gear Vest v3

Perfect for longer days running on the road or trail. The front pockets hold a gel flask perfectly and 1L of water is a nice size while still feeling light. Only requested improvement is an integrated hose clip (I just trimmed mine). The higher mounting holds well on my body. Nice job Orange Mud!

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Reviewed by Sherwick M.
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I recommend this product
Product Standouts
  • High Quality
  • Very Comfortable
  • No Bounce
  • Compact
  • No Chaffing
I use it for
  • Trail Running
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted

Newest Gear Vest is great!

Just the right size. Phone and keys accessible.

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Reviewed by Brandon B.
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I recommend this product
Product Standouts
  • Easy to Wash
  • High Quality
  • Very Comfortable
  • No Bounce
  • Compact
I use it for
  • Trail Running
  • Ultrarunning
  • Marathon
  • Road Running
Rated 5 out of 5
Review posted

Well-made and Light

200+ miles using this kit, after owning it for a couple of months. I went with teal because I like the color and I find it easier to clean/take care of lighter color equipment… personally would be unable to keep a white vest white, so teal works great. There are plenty of features to this vest, but ultimately my impression is that it isn’t flashy-selling me with too much going on or promised. The material is sturdier than what I have experienced with other brands - there are no film-type fabrics used on this product that are a blunt branch away from an absolute blow out. I like that, and yet the vest is thought out and designed in such a way to still be very light.

I’d like to see taller external pockets on the bottle sleeves, might as well go all the way up - could change to looser mesh, or keep same fabric as is now. Additionally, or as an alternative, adding elastic or a draw string to that external sleeve would be great. I don’t use them honestly because anything will quickly fall out on a trail run, for example. Love the key lanyard… simple, light, no broken or opened zippers to blame for losing my car keys.

Finally, I wore this for the JFK 50-miler (pictured), and wanted to wait on reviewing until after putting the vest through a race. I loved it. Water bottle with drink mix in one chest sleeve, gels in the other. I took the back bladder out for the race (plenty of water points on the course), but that was a great feature for training and is nice to have options for…

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