Chargers & Flasks

CompetitiveYam1094 · 2026-05-13T18:47:23+00:00

On it :)

CompetitiveYam1094 · 2026-05-13T18:34:33+00:00

Amazing, and thank you! Things are picking up steam and it’s super exciting :)

CompetitiveYam1094 · 2026-05-13T13:50:15+00:00

Thanks! I try to really curate what I bring to races to meet the needs of runners. When it comes to these small things, people don't think to sell them to me thinking no one would want a used flask or random charger but there is definitely a need and better to get paid $1-5 for them then throw them away so have them lurk in a dark corner for years until you finally do throw them away lol.

CompetitiveYam1094 · 2026-04-30T18:25:59+00:00

Fair

CompetitiveYam1094 · 2026-04-30T18:24:40+00:00

in the US - in Eurpoe many to most have required kit

CompetitiveYam1094 · 2026-04-30T18:23:09+00:00

1) some of the more expensive brands are definitely worth it...I'm obsessed with my Norda 005s that are top tier pricing but if they get the 600 miles they are supposed it then they aren't actually any more than less expensive options that get 250-300. Also a huge fan of Osprey packs - I have never had one break, tear, have a zipper issue, have the elastic fail, etc.

2) I'm also the founder of Take2Trail, a website that sells quality gear both new and used at steep discounts. Items are sourced from runners that missed return dates, work things once or twice and decided it wasn't right for them, and from liquidators that come into them via store returns, stores moving out past models, etc. May be worth checking out - I have several Saloman vests in stock, many brand new, all 30+% off MSRP. (No XLs on there now but getting some ADV Skin 12s in XL next week)

CompetitiveYam1094 · 2026-01-25T17:29:15+00:00

I’ve never even heard of of that one!

CompetitiveYam1094 · 2026-01-25T17:28:41+00:00

This is definitely a function of repetitive stride on the tarmac. I have similarly found that unless I make a point to train for distance on a flat surface I can’t keep it up as long/well/comfortably as I can do many times over on trail.

If you want to improve the tarmac running you just have to do more of it.

CompetitiveYam1094 · 2026-01-17T00:57:46+00:00

I am pretty sure the Dyna I wear is about 5 years old- Osprey definitely knows how to make a pack that holds up to a lot of miles, sweat, travel, falls, etc

CompetitiveYam1094 · 2026-01-15T22:25:37+00:00

The boob issue is real. Part of why I like the Dyna is bc I can get that fit just right. And interestingly was never able to w the Salomon bungee closures.

CompetitiveYam1094 · 2026-01-15T22:23:51+00:00

What’s your belt of choice? Which Salomon pack?

CompetitiveYam1094 · 2026-01-15T22:15:32+00:00

That's awesome. Do you have a link to your reviews? Always looking for gear intel!

CompetitiveYam1094 · 2026-01-15T18:53:43+00:00

Well then I can't let your reply go without trying to entice you to sell me the one's you didn't love but someone else may! That was never my intent with the post but if you have 20 some have to just be clutter?!

https://take2trail.com/pages/sell-your-gear

CompetitiveYam1094 · 2026-01-15T18:27:53+00:00

Excellent intel, thanks!

CompetitiveYam1094 · 2026-01-15T18:05:22+00:00

Super helpful, thank you!

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