And yet more running/walking/biking questions.

I am still at the beginning end of the running/walking/biking spectrum, however I have a few questions for you guys that do longer distances. What do you use for hydration and what have you found that works for carrying it. I need some ideas on what people find handy to use as I live out in the boonies and have to travel to the "big city" to get equipment/supplies/ideas etc. So would love to hear some recommendations from people who have btdt.

Thanks

 For my long runs and for my bike rides, I use a camelbak for water.  I wish mine had more pockets though so I could carry other stuff in it as well - such as protein bars or sports beans.  If it's just a short walk or ride - then I just use a water bottle.

How much water can a camelbak carry? Is it similar in amount as a water bottle?

 I believe 2 qts..  but there are different sizes I believe as well.

For runs less than 8-10 miles I usually just carry a water bottle in my hand.  For longer runs, I will drive out and leave bottles along the course to pick up and carry as I go.  I do have a Nathan bottle holder that goes around the waist.  I don't like the way that it presses on my waist and causes GI distress. 

Hadn't thought about that with a bottle holder. Thanks for mentioning it!

I've tried a number of things. When I run, I use a fuel belt. On the bike I have bottle cages. I do have a camel back but I don't like to use it on a hilly bike ride because it puts stress on my back. It works okay for long bike rides though.

Thanks for the info. Will check into the fuel belts and bottle cages.

Katie