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  1. Running Belt
  2. FlipBelt Classic vs Salomon Pulse Belt

FlipBelt Classic vs Salomon Pulse Belt

FlipBelt Classic

FlipBelt Classic

€30
Salomon Pulse Belt

Salomon Pulse Belt

$34.95

Quick verdict

FlipBelt Classic

€30

The better pick if you want:

  • To spend $4.95 less

Salomon Pulse Belt

$34.95

The better pick if you want:

No clear advantage on the specs we track.

SpecsReview10Alternatives5

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 12 products in Running Belt on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (lighter, cheaper…).

Center: lowest in the category · Edge: highest

FlipBelt Classic· leads in 3

PocketsLightnessAffordability

Salomon Pulse Belt· leads in 1

Features
  • Capacity

    No data
    0.8 L
  • Pockets

    4Top 30%
    2
  • Lightness

    85 g
    92 g
  • Features

    0
    4Top 17%
  • Affordability

    $30Top 8%
    $35Top 21%

A spec without data for a product is left out of its shape, so it doesn't count as a low score.

Technical Specifications

Compare features between FlipBelt Classic vs Salomon Pulse Belt

Best value in this comparison
Feature
FlipBelt Classic€30Salomon Pulse Belt$34.95

Essentials

€30
$34.95
March 2012
2023
85 g
92 g

Overview

—
0.8 L
4
2
4 openings around the tube, flipped inside
Front stretch stash pocket, rear zip pocket
No
Yes
Flip it inside out to lock items in, Four openings around the waist, Internal key clip, No zip, no buckle
No buckle: tubular construction, Fits a 500 ml soft flask, Zip pocket for phone and keys, Diagonal straps for poles or a jacket, Internal key hook

Carry system

—
One 500 ml soft flask (not included)
No
No
No
Yes

Build & durability

Tubular, no buckle
Tubular, no buckle
XS–XL (56–96.5 cm)
XS–XL (64–105 cm)
—
Yes
92% micropoly, 8% Lycra
84% nylon, 16% elastane, 4-way stretch mesh
85 g
92 g
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which offers better value: FlipBelt Classic vs Salomon Pulse Belt?

For value comparison: The FlipBelt Classic ($30) offers better affordability compared to the Salomon Pulse Belt ($34.95). Consider your budget and the specific features that matter most for your trail running setup.

Which is newer, the FlipBelt Classic or the Salomon Pulse Belt?

The Salomon Pulse Belt is newer: it came out in 2023, and the FlipBelt Classic in March 2012.

Looking for alternatives to FlipBelt Classic?

Closest in price, with what each one does better.

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1Compressport Free Belt 2.0
Compressport Free Belt 2.0

Compressport

$30Score 81+14

Better than FlipBelt Classic at:

  • A higher overall score (81 vs 67)
  • A lighter option (22 g less)
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2Ultimate Direction Comfort Belt
Ultimate Direction Comfort Belt

Ultimate Direction

$37.95+$7.95Score 86+19

Better than FlipBelt Classic at:

  • A higher overall score (86 vs 67)
  • A lighter option (32 g less)
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3Black Diamond Distance Run Belt
Black Diamond Distance Run Belt

Black Diamond

$39.95+$9.95Score 70+3

Better than FlipBelt Classic at:

  • A higher overall score (70 vs 67)
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