Traick 5 SL

The Deuter Traick 5 SL is a close-fitting running vest cut for women, light enough to forget about and stable enough to run downhill hard. Two soft flasks ride up front where you can drink without breaking stride on a hot morning in the Gold Coast hinterland or a long day on the Six Foot Track.

Who it's for

Women trail runners heading out for long training runs, ultras and fast hikes, where water, food, a phone and a wind shell need to come along without bounce. Deuter rate it five out of five for trail running. The recommended load is 1-3 kg.

Capacity and fit

5 litres of storage in a vest that fits like a garment. Pick your size by chest measurement: XS fits 76-82 cm, S 83-89 cm and M 90-96 cm. The four-way stretch mesh moulds to you, and the bungee sternum closure tightens in a second without restricting your breathing. When the flasks empty and the load shrinks, the modular bungee cords pull the sides in.

Drinking and refilling

Two 500 ml HydraPak Streamer Flask LP soft flasks are included and sit in pouches on the shoulder straps. For longer runs, the back takes a hydration bladder of up to 1.5 L, and the stash pockets at the back make it quick to refill.

• Two 500 ml soft flasks included
• Room for a 1.5 L hydration bladder (sold separately)
• Four pockets on each shoulder strap, some zipped
• Zipped rear pocket and stash pockets at the back
• Pole attachment and modular bungee cords
• Safety whistle, key clip and reflective details

Cleaning and mould

Rinse the soft flasks with warm water after every run and dry them open, caps off. If you add a bladder, empty it and hang it to dry so nothing grows in the tube.

Looking after it

It is bluepass and Green Button certified and made without intentionally added PFAS.