My dog Charlie might be the most outfitted dog in all of New Mexico.聽Collars, dog beds, GPS trackers, seat protectors, you name it鈥擟harlie has tested聽a lot of gear. So it鈥檚 pretty significant when a product comes along that truly excites me (and him).聽When I saw the 聽($15) at Outdoor Retailer this summer, I knew it was going to change how Charlie and I play outside.
What鈥檚 so revolutionary about a dog bowl? Well, the Trail Runner weighs only 0.8 ounces. That鈥檚 less than a slice of bread, five quarters, or six sheets of paper. It鈥檚 pretty freaking lightweight. Plus, the bowl packs into its own exterior pocket and is about the size of a golf ball when stored fully. It stashes easily inside the small hip pockets on my聽聽pack and even in the back pocket on my leggings when I鈥檓 out for a fast hike or run.
The polyester fabric is coated with a plastic material that is PVC-free and makes the bowl completely watertight. When I鈥檓 done using the bowl for the day, I make sure to unfold it and let it air-dry聽completely to prevent bacteria from growing inside.
If you are outside with your dog multiple times a week, this bowl is a worthy addition to your kit. Plus, it won鈥檛 add more weight to your pack than the PB&J you made for lunch.