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CLIMBING
AID & BIG WALL
BOLTS & ANCHORS
CAMPING
WOMEN'S CLOTHING
MEN'S CLOTHING
UK GUIDE BOOKS
WORLD GUIDE BOOKS
INSTRUCTIONAL BOOKS
We started making the Rock + Run Hipsac in the workshop behind the Ambleside shop back in 1984. This was the advertising slogan:
“Carry anything from a banana to a brick without bounce.”
Running bum bags were very basic then, most bounced badly and were quite heavy having their routes in the ski industry. Our aim was to design something that was lighter, just big enough for the essential long fell race requirements and crucially, didn’t bounce.
Waist Size:
Small: 56cm - 100cm / 22" - 40"
Regular: 60cm - 120cm / 26" - 48"
The bounce issue was solved with side compression straps and, we were the first company to use this design feature on a running bum bag. Lowe Alpine followed a couple of years later.
We sold 1000s in the early days and they were the fell running bumbag of choice for several years. Today running pack designs has evolved into a complex range of products some of which are arguably, over designed.
Our motivation in relaunching the Hipsac was to bring some simplicity and freedom back to fell running (although this versatile little product works well for road running and cycling too). Ask yourself how much stuff do you really need to carry and if you can’t fit it into a 4 litre Rock + Run Hipsac, am I carrying too much?
The best product designs are light, simple and functional. We are confident that the Hipsac continues to meet those criteria.
"I’ve used it on countless wet and grim mountain bike rides, taking no care of it and jamming a lot more stuff in than it's designed for, and it's still going strong. The simplicity is its greatest feature which in turn helps with its stability and comfort. Just your phone and keys for a short run, no problem. Waterproof, pump, tools, a tube, some lunch and your phone and keys for a days mountain biking? It can do it." - Matt
Small: 56cm - 100cm / 22" - 40"
Regular: 60cm - 120cm / 26" - 48"
Would you like to try on some climbing shoes, running shoes or mountain boots for size before you make your purchase? If so, then why not book an appointment with us today! We can offer you a bespoke one-on-one shopping experience with one of our experienced staff members.
Would you like to try on some climbing shoes, running shoes or mountain boots for size before you make your purchase? If so, then why not book an appointment with us today! We can offer you a bespoke one-on-one shopping experience with one of our experienced staff members.
Fantastic bit of kit, works well
amazing service and great layout . And great product and clothing . I will be back xx
Rock + Run Hipsac
This little bag is great. It has a much bigger capacity than I expected but can also be packed down using the side straps. It weighs next to nothing and is hard to lose because of its bright colours. It’s comfortable to wear across or around your body. I love it.
I take this bag running and canicrossing,,, once straps are tight then there's no bouncing. Can fit lots in the bag. Bonus as it's in purple!