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# Accessory-Holding Running Belts
The FlipBelt Makes Running Effortless with Its Built-In Pockets

By Ryan Fowler | Published 2013-03-13 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/running-made-easy
References: [gizmodiva](http://www.gizmodiva.com/other_stuff/the-flipbelt-for-a-truly-carefree-run.php) & [flipbelt](http://www.flipbelt.com/the-flipbelt/)

The FlipBelt has come up with a brilliant solution to being able to carry your belongings with you while out for a run: a belt with cleverly concealed pockets.

Running is a great way to relieve stress, stay in shape and have fun while doing it. Being a running enthusiast myself, I know that it can be a major distraction having to [carry all of your bulky accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gossamer-gear) around with you. Dropping your phone or keys while running can disrupt your flow, and the FlipBelt is here to offer a solution to all of these problems. It's made from a polyspandex that has multiple openings, which fits nice and snug at your waistline, and is so thin that it appears to be a part of your waist band. This belt is guaranteed to hold your all your items securely, and it even comes with reflective logos for running safely at night.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.5/10
- Popularity: 43% | Activity: 54% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Concealed-pocket Accessories:** There is an opportunity to create more functional accessories that have concealed pockets for convenient items storage
- **Wearable Storage Solutions:** The trend towards hands-free storage on-the-go creates an opportunity for businesses to develop wearables with built-in pockets for essential items
- **Minimalistic Running Gear:** There is a growing demand for lightweight and minimalistic running gear that enables runners to carry essentials without feeling weighed down

### Where This Applies

- **Fitness Industry:** Fitness companies can leverage the trend towards functional running accessories to develop innovative and practical products for fitness enthusiasts
- **Fashion Industry:** Fashion companies can incorporate wearable storage solutions into their designs to create functional and stylish accessories
- **Outdoor Gear Industry:** Businesses within the outdoor gear industry can take advantage of the demand for minimalistic and lightweight running accessories to create innovative products for customers

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