Most of the workout clothes I own lack something important: a pocket. So when I’m headed out for a walk or a skate, there’s always the question of what to do with my keys, my ID, etc. I own an older workout pouch that clips inside my waistband, but it looks lumpy, and unless I place my keys in it just so, it’s a little uncomfortable. Luckily, the new Armpocket Aero 10 has vowed to come to my rescue.
The Aero 10 is the smallest of the Armpocket offerings, but it still has room for my iPod, cell phone, keys, ID, and a tissue or two. Most of that stuff fit inside the zippered pocket (which in turn has smaller, stretchy pockets to keep stuff in place)—although there’s also an outside pocket that seemed tailor-made for my iPod Shuffle, so I obliged.
The memory foam on the back of the pouch (the part against my arm) made for an immediate improvement over my old pouch. It was super-comfy and kept the stuff inside from poking me. It also helped mold the pouch to my arm, so it didn’t slip during my workout. The strap is ventilated, so my arm stayed pretty cool. I love, too, that the pouch is made of recycled materials—I’m all for this new green trend in workout gear, and I was happy to see that Armpocket has jumped on this particular planet-friendly bandwagon.
The pouch itself didn’t creep down my arm, but I have to say that it unfortunately still looked and felt a bit bulky. Plus, my cell phone inside wobbled a bit as I moved, which made things feel a little precarious. All in all, it was just a little much for my regular workout, especially since I usually only bring my keys and ID. Maybe Armpocket will decide to create a slightly smaller version; if they do, I’ll buy it.
That being said, for longer, off-road workouts during which you really do need to carry a cell phone, and perhaps a map of the trail and even a small energy bar, this would do the job beautifully—whether you have pockets or not.
Product: Armpocket Aero 10 workout pouch
Category: Gear
Pros: The memory foam padding is really comfy, plus it has room for everything you need for a longer workout (except water).
Cons: It’s a little bulky, plus it wobbles a little when holding bigger objects, like a cell phone.
Cost: $23 at www.Armpocket.com
Extra tip: Have an iPod larger than a Shuffle or an iPhone that you always take with you? Go for the Sport20 model instead, as it has a window for “touch-sensitive electronics”.
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Su,
Great review! I recently purchased an Armpocket Aero-10 on line and LOVE it! I take mine to the gym and find it really makes my work-outs more enjoyable-particluarly when I hit the leg press machines or any other seated exercise.
Like you, items were always pinching me of falling out of my pockets. I tried belts and shorts with special pockets put they interferred with my workouts, and all bounced around when on the cardio machines and left sweat marks–not with my Armpocket.
Suggestion–try putting you cell phone into one of the three expandable inner pockets and it won’t “rattle” inside the storage compartment.
I’m going to upgrade to the Extreme so I can carry more stuff and not worry about forgetting my lock in the locker room.
I picked up an Armpocket at the Los Angeles Marathon a little over a month ago and I have to say I’m VERY impressed. Not only is it the most comfortable Armband I’ve ever purchased but it allows me to carry EVRYTHING I need.
I do a lot of trail-running and it used to be that I would have to hide my keys in my gas tank and just hope they were there when I got back… Now I can carry my phone, keys, ID, and headphones whenever I go. LIFE-SAVER!