Every active person, whether they’re an avid outdoorsman, explorer, or athlete, knows that hydration is the single most important aspect of taking on their favorite activities safely and healthily. Replenishing your body’s fluids as you use them can mean the difference between feeling nice and tuckered out at the end of an active day and suffering the many symptoms of dehydration, which can lead to further illness. While there are no shortage of gear manufacturers designing outerwear that allows you to stay hydrated without feeling like you’re lugging around a lot of extra weight, there are some pretty cool innovations in the industry. Here are a couple of our new favorite items from Ultimate Direction that will make sure the sweat you break can be replaced without skipping a beat out on the trail.
Ultimate Direction Jurek Endure – $27.95
Whether you’re out on a run, hiking flower-filled meadows, or climbing your way up a mountain, the Jurek Endure from Ultimate Direction won’t let you down when it comes to accessible hydration. This sleek belt features two bottle holsters that are reinforced with lightweight foam for durability, as well as two 10 oz bottles for water, sports drinks, or whatever quenches your thirst. It also has a movable front pocket with foam backing that is sweat-resistant, so you can store small personal items like cellphones, keys, energy bars, or cash. A stretch mesh pocket and bungee system also allow you to store a hat, light jacket, or anything else you may want along for the ride. Available in two colors.
Ultimate Direction PB Adventure Hydration Vest – $117.95 FREE SHIPPING!
There are plenty of hydration packs on the market, but the Ultimate Direction PB Adventure Hydration Vest takes it to the next level by not only making sure you have plenty of hydration, but plenty of storage for your adventure gear as well. This vest comes equipped with two bottle holsters on each side that accommodate 26 total oz, while the main storage compartment can contain a further 8.5 liters for a hydration bladder or just storing your jacket and other personal belongings. It has plenty of other storage pockets for food, camera, or other gear related to your activity, as well as an integrated emergency whistle and loops for trekking poles or an ice axe. The best feature of this hydration vest is the material it’s constructed from: cuben fiber, or the very same material used for the sails of America’s Cup racing yachts, proven to be 15x stronger than steel and resistant to moisture, UV rays, and chemicals, making this one sturdy vest that will see you through many outdoor adventures.
