Modern Athlete Magazine Issue 105, April 2018 | Page 38

F
or 20 years, innovative design has pushed FuelBelt to deliver the best and lightest in hydration and performance gear, with its Helium range
offering runners the freedom to choose the hydration option that best suits their needs, from belts to hand-held options. Vinu Malik designed
the first hydration belts and launched FuelBelt in 1997, and today the brand is part of a 28-year-old organisation, Implus LLC, that manages
a number of renowned sports brands in over 75,000 retail outlets across more than 70 countries worldwide. Weighing in at just a few grams,
the FuelBelt range offers athletes function and reliability in the most streamlined hydration and storage solutions that also minimise chafing and
maximise comfort.
Who Stocks them: FuelBelt products are stocked by Sportsmans Warehouse, selected TotalSports, The Sweat Shop branches as well as running
and outdoor specialists around the country.
Web: http://www.fuelbelt.com
Quick-pull Adjustability
Velcro strapping makes it so easy
to adjust the belt to the perfect fit –
even mid-run, it takes mere
seconds to adjust.
The Tech
Detachable Race Locks
The key technology you’ll find in FuelBelt products.
Two micro race locks give you options
to attach a race number or other gear
or provisions to your belt, with easy
access at any time.
Helium
Hex-Foam
The belt is made from
this super lightweight,
material, with air channels
throughout that increase
breathability in warm
conditions, in order
to keep you cool and
prevent chafing.
Lightweight
Comfort
Helium range products are
designed to be as light as
possible and bounce-free,
so as not to be noticeable during
the run, nor slow you down. Also,
the belt is made from water-repellent
materials, so will not get weighed
down by water or sweat, nor cause
chafing when wet.
Extra
Storage
A zippered front
pouch provides
quick access to
race food or other
items.
Holster Hooks
Removable bottle hooks
can be clipped securely
onto any FuelBelt
system, or quickly
removed from the bottle
if you want use it as a
hand-held option.
Ergonomic Shape
The 300ml bottle is contoured to
comfortably fit your grip and is
squeezable, making it easy to use
during the run.
Easy to Use
The Quick-Fill ½ twist cap with soft-touch silicone
nozzle allows for easy drinking and easy refilling,
while measurement markings on the back allow
for accurate mixing of fluids. (Just remember that
one US ounce equals 30ml.) And when it comes to
cleaning, the bottle is dishwasher-safe.
Clip-lock Security Bottle Holsters
The water bottles sit securely on the belt, clicking in and locking with little effort,
but are easy to remove when needed with just a slight bit of pressure on the clip.
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ISSUE 105 APRIL 2018 / www.modernathlete.co.za