Brand: Naked Sports Innovations
Category: Running Vests & Packs
Recommended by Jenna Bensko, Amateur Trail Runner and Running Coach — Boulder, Colorado
Highlights: durable
The Naked® SL Running Band is designed for athletes seeking a lightweight and efficient solution to carry essentials during short, intense activities. With its superior fit and performance, this band ensures you can focus on your workout without the distraction of bulky gear. 1. 4 inches in width for a secure and comfortable fit. 2. Made from breathable and fast-drying materials to keep you cool and dry. 3. Constructed with non-chafing, bounce-resistant Naked® Exopower mesh for ultimate comfort. 4. Weighs only 2oz, making it incredibly lightweight and easy to wear. 5. Maintains shape and compression even when wet, ensuring reliable performance. 6. Holds up to 3 x 360ml soft flasks, perfect for hydration on the go. 7. Features reflective elements for enhanced visibility during low-light conditions. The Naked® SL Running Band is ideal for runners, hikers, and gym enthusiasts who require a compact and efficient way to carry hydration, fuel, and personal items. It excels in environments such as trails, tracks, and fitness centers, making it perfect for both casual weekend warriors and serious athletes. With its versatile design, this band is suitable for various activities throughout the year, ensuring you stay prepared and focused on your performance.
Price: $50
- Who it's for
- Runners who need hands-free carry of water, phone, keys, gels, and poles without bounce or chafe, from daily training runs up to multi-hour races. Works for smaller frames too — one host notes reliable fit at size 1.
- What people are saying
- Hosts consistently praise the no-bounce, no-ride fit and higher-than-expected storage capacity. Durability gets a strong endorsement — one host has used the same band since 2021 and had it re-stitched rather than replaced.
- Worth noting
- Noted to hold hard flasks (up to ~28 oz combined in one host's use) plus soft flasks, a shell layer, gloves, and poles. A discount code (SBUETTNER15) is mentioned in one host's note.
Jenna Bensko's review
best affordable belt option. no bounce and lots of storage
Recommended by Jenna Bensko, Amateur Trail Runner and Running Coach
Frequently asked questions
Who is the Naked® SL Running Band for?
Runners who need hands-free carry of water, phone, keys, gels, and poles without bounce or chafe, from daily training runs up to multi-hour races. Works for smaller frames too — one host notes reliable fit at size 1.
What do experts say about the Naked® SL Running Band?
Hosts consistently praise the no-bounce, no-ride fit and higher-than-expected storage capacity. Durability gets a strong endorsement — one host has used the same band since 2021 and had it re-stitched rather than replaced.
What should you know before buying the Naked® SL Running Band?
Noted to hold hard flasks (up to ~28 oz combined in one host's use) plus soft flasks, a shell layer, gloves, and poles. A discount code (SBUETTNER15) is mentioned in one host's note.
What does Jenna Bensko say about the Naked® SL Running Band?
best affordable belt option. no bounce and lots of storage
Why does Jenna Bensko recommend Naked Sports Innovations?
Jenna Bensko recommends the Naked Sports Innovations Naked® SL Running Band for running vests & packs. best affordable belt option. no bounce and lots of storage
Is the Naked® SL Running Band a good running vests & pack?
Yes — Jenna Bensko recommends the Naked® SL Running Band by Naked Sports Innovations as their running vests & packs pick. best affordable belt option. no bounce and lots of storage
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What other hosts are saying
9 experts recommend the Naked Sports Innovations Naked® SL Running Band.
Kelsey McGill, Running Coach (Trail, Ultra, Road)
Have your snacks right at your fingertips with this super comfy, no-bounce waistbelt! I wear this on all my runs and will be surely bringing this to the desert.
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My favorite running belt! You can carry tons of stuff and it truly does not bounce.
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John Bruno, Ultra trail-runner, ski mountaineer
My daily training belt. Holds a surprising amount of gear: soft flask, Houdini shell, keys, gloves, gummy worms, etc.
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Camille Herron, Ultrarunner and World record holder propelled by tacos and joy- let the magic come out!
I've been a Naked Band user since 2021. I think this is one of the best innovations during my 31 yr running career. I've still had the same band for several yrs, so the material is very durable. I had it re-stitched while I was in Taipei. I use the band for up to 3 hrs and can hold ~18 oz hard flask + 10 oz hard flask. I haven't tried the new bands (haven't needed to!), but I would imagine they're great. The Naked vests are also excellent for added capacity.
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Perfect running band to carry water, keys and gels. Loops to carry hiking poles No bouncing or chafing
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Laurel Walker, Mountain Athlete, Guide, Coach
This is the only running belt I've tried that doesn't ride and move. It is great for carrying phone, keys, a bottle, gels, and poles.
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For any run: bottle, phone, glasses, keys, and sometimes poles. Use my friend's code SBUETTNER15
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Meg Cooke, Mountain Athlete, Materials Scientist
I've tried the others, and I always come back to my naked belt for comfort, low bounce, and really good capacity even in small human size (I wear a size 1). I've used this belt in a 6 hour race with just 3 aid stations.
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