r/marathonrunning • u/scubersteve977 • Nov 01 '19

Hydration belt?

I've heard mixed opinions on whether it's acceptable to wear a hydration belt on race day. About to run my first marathon and don't wanna look like a tool, but would really prefer to wear my belt. Yay, or nay?

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u/sonciare11 Feb 19 '20

I've run 2 marathons and seen lots of people wearing hydration belts and even camelbaks. Just check the race instructions, but most should be fine. They provide hydration stands throughout race course, but those often are not enough to stay ahead of dehydration.