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The FlipBelt sports belt, from the high-end American sports brand, is an elastic belt that wraps around the waist, designed to reduce the burden of carrying items during exercise. It is a must-have for fitness enthusiasts in the U.S. and leads in sales on Amazon. The latest addition to the FlipBelt family, the reflective PT sports belt, not only features safe 3M reflective strips but also maintains its excellent capacity and zero-bounce fit.

Upon receiving the package, both the box containing the belt and the tote bag inside the package exuded FlipBelt's premium nature, unlike the plastic packaging of previous belts I bought.

I chose the classic black color, which is considered understated luxury. However, the only downside is that the latest reflective model is available only in atomic yellow and classic black, unlike previous models that offered a variety of colors.

I weigh 61kg and have a waist circumference of 76cm, so I chose size S. It was easy to pull it up from my feet to the waist and hip area without feeling any pressure or tightness. The belt is made of 92% high-tech spandex and 8% Lycra, making the fabric soft and highly elastic. It fits close to the skin and feels very comfortable. There are no additional tightening devices or buttons, making it very snug and lightweight, almost like wearing nothing at all.

The day after receiving the belt, I started my running experience. Due to FlipBelt's excellent performance, I haven't used any other belts since.

1. Reflective Effect

I usually run in the morning, but to test the belt's reflective effect, I did a night run. The natural 3M reflective effect was outstanding, making it a perfect accessory for night runs.

2. Capacity

The belt has four loading slots, two in the front and two in the back, creating four storage spaces that are interconnected.

The front left slot has a plastic hook with an elastic band to securely hold keys and other ring-shaped items.

Common items like keys, phones, cash, and bank cards can be safely stored. Due to my job, I carry a phone with the Codoon app and a bulky work phone while running. Sometimes, I also need to drive to the running location, so car keys are essential. Previously, carrying so many items was a hassle, and I often had to hold them in my hand.

Initially, I was worried that these small items might fall out during the first few runs. However, after over ten runs in half a month, I found it reliable with no items falling out.

If you are still worried about items falling out, you can follow the official recommendation to flip the belt inside out, so the pockets are against your waist, minimizing the chance of items falling out.

3. Stability

Stability is probably the most concerning issue for everyone regarding the belt.

To test its stability, I did three runs over half-marathon distances, with one reaching over 25km. The official claim of zero bounce is not an exaggeration. The belt fits perfectly with the waist, and even with all the items shown in the picture, there was no bouncing at high speeds.

During the half-marathon runs, despite the hot weather and my tendency to sweat a lot, the belt did not sag even when it absorbed a lot of sweat.

4. Breathability

Due to the hot weather, I sweat a lot during each run. While my quick-dry shirt gets soaked, the belt also feels wet but remains breathable without causing any discomfort.

However, the belt is somewhat thick, and wearing it for extended periods might make your waist feel a bit hot. It is recommended to make the belt thinner while ensuring its stability.

5. Waterproof Performance

In hot weather, the belt's waterproof performance is evident from the amount of sweat during runs. To be more convincing, I tested it during two rainy runs: a 25km long-distance aerobic endurance run and a 15km high-speed run. The results showed that the side with reflective strips, i.e., the outer side, had excellent waterproof performance, while the inner side focused more on water absorption. After running, the side close to the phone was dry, while the inner side was covered with fine water droplets. It is recommended to use a sealed bag for your phone during rainy runs and marathons.

Advantages:

1. Highly aesthetic appearance, eye-catching outdoors;

2. Lightweight and comfortable, no bouncing;

3. Large capacity, freeing up your hands;

4. Good reflective effect, safer for night runs;

5. Good breathability, no discomfort even when close to the skin.

Areas for Improvement:

1. The belt is too thick; it is recommended to make it thinner;

2. Waterproof performance needs improvement; it is recommended to use waterproof materials on the inside of the storage pockets;

3. Limited color options; it is recommended to increase the variety of available models.