Water bottles question

[fighter]

I run in a hot humid climate in the tropics, and usually on I hav to limit my long runs to 7k loops so I can leave water where I start to rehydrate.
It is often in the 90's and 80% humidity while I run.

I tried leaving water out the night before, but drinking warm water is not for me, and getting to a water stop and finding someone has emptied it, is a run finisher.

So I have decided to invest in either a fuel belt of a a camel pack, has anyone any recommendations.

[tracy]

If you're planning to refill it during your run, the fuel belt is a bit more on the comfortable side and less likely to chafe. However, fuel belts to hold enough to support a long run in warm weather. There are a number of ways to deal with chafing from a camelbak.

[smarty]

I also carry Lucozade Sport, the pouch version, as water alone is not enough for me. Sports drinks can give you a kick and help replace salt loss.

[smarty]

Another thing I forgot to mention, If you are looking to take on energy drink then definitely agree you want it spread throughout the race, not just in the last few miles. However, I'd never do the camelbak or race belt thing

[gary]

You should only really need water in a race. Also you need to have experimented with the drinks beforehand.
I believe it's a two lap course so could you get someone to hand you a big bottle at half way perhaps? The Brooks hand held is ok to run with for long distances.

[Blaine Moore]

I have a camelbak style bladder that I've only used a few times, and I have a water bottle with a hand strap that makes it very easy to carry which is what I have used on my long trail runs and my ultramarathon.

If you do want to leave water behind but don't want it to be too warm, you can bury the water bottle (put it in a plastic bag first) - it will stay cool that way and probably won't be touched by other runners as they'll be less likely to notice it.

You might also want to check out my tips at:
Moderating Water Temperature in Extreme Conditions @ Run to Win