Running Rig

Running Rig Reviews

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4.8

9 ratings

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4.4

9 ratings


Product details

Brand: Built for Athletes™

The Built For Athletes Running Rig combines ergonomic design, durability, and storage versatility for comfort on every run. Whether it’s a short session or a long-distance challenge, it’s built to move with you - secure, streamlined, and built to last. Key Features Ergonomic design that contours to the body to reduce irritation. Reflective logos on front and back for visibility in low light. Detachable front compartment for extra storage on longer runs. Heavy-duty reinforced poppers for durability under pressure. All compartments feature YKK® Japanese zips for smooth, reliable access. Branded soft-touch elastic for a secure, comfortable fit. Large zipped pocket on the main body for shorter runs or compact storage.

MPN: BFARUNNINGRIG


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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Tested it out on a few runs; it's good for easy/recovery runs and long runs, but not suitable for tempo runs, interval training or a race event. Better stick with a running armband then, as this running rig is heavier and will bounce on and off your body, as the bands are quite elastic, not tight. Overall, good for specific purposes; the only downside is the price - it's way too expensive.

Quality: 4
Value for money: 2
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Reply from Built For Athletes™

Thank you for taking the time to test the running rig and share such detailed feedback. We’re glad to hear it works well for easy, recovery, and long runs. We’re sorry it didn’t meet your expectations for faster-paced training, and we really appreciate your honest comments on the fit, bounce, and price — feedback like this is valuable and helps us improve.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

As a runner, this product has one big issue, which makes it difficult to use without adding some additional retaining clips. This is a one size product, so as a person of average build, I adjusted the side straps so it fitted snugly. The problem is that the adjusting clips very quickly loosen (within a few minutes), so the rig moves around as you run. I added a couple of plastic clips on each side (see photos) which stops the straps moving. I am pretty sure the company is aware of the issue, as others ill have had the same problem, and will at some point redesign it. If you exclude this issue, this rig is very high quality and made very well. I have an 6.7inch iPhone and that fits nicely in the from pouch - I found other rigs did not cater for the bigger phones. It also looks really good, and I am glad with a bit of thought that I was able to fix the problem without having to look elsewhere. My ratings are a bit all over the place, but I am trying to reflect the problem I had. Built for Athletes were great in supporting me, and their customer service is excellent. Be happy to remove this review once they have fixed the issue.

Quality: 4
Value for money: 4
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Reply from Built For Athletes™

Thank you for your detailed review, David. We really appreciate your feedback and are glad to hear you like the quality, design, phone fit, and the support you received from our team. We're sorry about the issue you experienced with the strap adjustment and truly value you bringing it to our attention. Feedback like yours helps us improve, and we'll be sure to share it with our product team. Thanks again for your support!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was a bit sceptical about this running rig because it looked so different from running vests that I’ve seen. There’s a reason for that: it’s better! I love it so much; it’s comfortable, excellent quality as you’d expect, and it’s gorgeous! The adjustable straps ensure it doesn’t bounce around and the pocket is big enough for keys and a phone. The detachable pouch adds so much storage and fits my soft flask. I don’t run without it

Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
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Reply from Built For Athletes™

Thank you for your support! We’re delighted that the quality of our products stood out to you.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A bit expensive but great

Quality: 5
Value for money: 4
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great value and exactly what I was looking for

Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very good product! I have a suggestion for a future version: it would be great if the metallic parts were removable, so they could be machine-washed without causing damage to those parts or to the product itself.

Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Love this, have used it for well over 100 mile so far with no complaints and lots of comments on where to buy

Quality: 5
Value for money: 5
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I absolutely love this rig it’s exactly what you’d want out of a running rig it’s so comfortably and has more than enough storage for phone/keys and even my lightweight jacket. Like all their bits it’s built to last id highly recommend this to anyone thanks BFA definitely impressed with this

Quality: 5
Value for money: 5