ExoShot 2
Insulated handheld soft flask with secure hand strap for long road and trail runs.
Unisex sizing.
- Handheld Bottles
- Best forEnough of what is built for without stretching it into another job.
- CategoryHydration
Overview
Insulated handheld soft flask with secure hand strap for long road and trail runs.
Buy the ExoShot 2 when insulated handheld soft flask with secure hand strap for long road and trail run matches most of your week. It earns a look for Comfortable handheld carry. Look elsewhere if One-handed volume limit.
- Comfortable handheld carry
- Insulated sleeve option
Kitletics Review · 7.9 Solid
Nathan ExoShot 2 is a handheld / soft flask (535; 1 flasks). Insulated handheld soft flask with secure hand strap for long road and trail runs. I'd shortlist it for comfortable handheld carry. The trade-off is one-handed volume limit — Salomon Soft Flask 500 ml is the cleaner compare when that is most of your week. It fits buyers who actually need a handheld / soft flask (535; 1 flasks), not a one-product rotation.
Read Kitletics Review →Performance scores
- Capacity5.8
- Bounce control7.0
- Comfort & fit7.8
- Race-kit capacity1.5
- Phone carry4.0
- Versatility8.0
Overall score: 7.9
Pros & cons
Pros
- Comfortable handheld carry
- Insulated sleeve option
Cons
- One-handed volume limit
- Less ideal than a vest for ultras
How it fits different uses
| Use case | Score |
|---|---|
Half Marathon ExoShot for handheld road hydration without a belt/vest. | 86 |
10K ExoShot for handheld road hydration without a belt/vest. | 84 |
Long Runs ExoShot for handheld road hydration without a belt/vest. | 84 |
Marathon ExoShot for handheld road hydration without a belt/vest. | 80 |
Kitletics Review
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Verdict
Nathan ExoShot 2 is a handheld / soft flask (535; 1 flasks). Insulated handheld soft flask with secure hand strap for long road and trail runs. I'd shortlist it for comfortable handheld carry. The trade-off is one-handed volume limit — Salomon Soft Flask 500 ml is the cleaner compare when that is most of your week. It fits buyers who actually need a handheld / soft flask (535; 1 flasks), not a one-product rotation.
Pros
- Insulated handheld soft flask with secure hand strap for long road and trail runs
Cons / Trade-offs
- Less ideal than a vest for ultras
Best for
- Enough of what is built for without stretching it into another job.
- Over a generalist when handheld / soft flask (535; 1 flasks) is the weekly filter.
Not ideal for
- Those looking for one-handed volume limit.
- Those looking for different tool when this role is not your week.
- Those looking for Salomon Soft Flask 500 ml when a handheld / soft flask (535; 1 flasks) is.
- Those looking for Less ideal than a vest for ultras.
Performance breakdown
- Capacity5.8· Mixed
- Value8.6· Excellent
Scale: Poor (1–3) · Fair (4–5) · Good (6–7) · Very Good (8) · Excellent (9–10)
How it performs
What it is
Insulated handheld soft flask with secure hand strap for long road and trail runs. Nathan ExoShot 2 is built for a specific job in the category — use that job as your first filter. I'd shortlist it when you want comfortable handheld carry or insulated sleeve option. Skip it if.…
Key specs
Here are the numbers that matter for the Nathan ExoShot 2: • Weight: 95 g • Capacity: 535 ml • Volume: 535 ml • Type: handheld • Bottle Construction: soft • Hand Strap: Yes • Pocket: Yes • Phone Capacity: No • Bite Valve: Yes • Insulation: Yes • Material: TPU soft flask +.…
Performance
Insulated handheld soft flask with secure hand strap for long road and trail runs. Performance for the Nathan ExoShot 2 should be read through intended use. Category-leading numbers in the wrong session still feel like a miss. Where it is set up to perform • Comfortable handheld.…
Where it is strongest
I'd buy the Nathan ExoShot 2 when these outcomes match what you need most weeks: What it does well • Comfortable handheld carry • Insulated sleeve option The standout is comfortable handheld carry. If that is your main weekly need, keep going. If not, check trade-offs and.…
Key specs that matter
| Spec | Value | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 95 g | Affects how lively or protective the shoe feels on easy miles. |
Should you buy it?
Buy if
- You're looking for comfortable handheld carry.
- You want enough of what ExoShot 2 is built for without stretching it into another job.
- You prefer over a generalist when handheld / soft flask (535; 1 flasks) is the weekly filter.
- You want comfortable handheld carry.
Skip if
- You need to avoid one-handed volume limit.
- You prefer a different tool when this role is not your week.
- You prefer Salomon Soft Flask 500 ml when a handheld / soft flask (535; 1 flasks) is not.
- You prefer one-handed volume limit.
Final verdict
Nathan ExoShot 2 is a handheld / soft flask (535; 1 flasks). Insulated handheld soft flask with secure hand strap for long road and trail runs. I'd shortlist it for comfortable handheld carry. The trade-off is one-handed volume limit — Salomon Soft Flask 500 ml is the cleaner compare when that is most of your week. It fits buyers who actually need a handheld / soft flask (535; 1 flasks), not a one-product rotation.
Alternatives to consider
SalomonSoft Flask 500Why choose this instead: Want something lighter?
8.2 · GoodFrom € 22Compare →
HydraPakSkyFlask Speed 500Why choose this instead: Want something lighter?
8.4 · GoodFrom € 28Compare →
NathanSpeedDraw Plus InsulatedWhy choose this instead: Want something faster?
8.0 · GoodFrom € 32Compare →
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How we assessed it
How we assessed the Nathan ExoShot 2: this is Expert Research. We used manufacturer specifications (95 weight), the published role as a handheld / soft flask (535; 1 flasks), and a comparison set (Soft Flask 500, SkyFlask Speed 500, SpeedDraw Plus Insulated, Hydraform Ergo-Lite Handheld). We have not personally tested this product. Feel claims and scores are research-informed, not a wear diary.
Review type: Expert Research Review.
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Specifications
Specifications
| Capacity | 535 ml |
|---|---|
| Volume | 535 ml |
| Weight | 95 g |
| Type | Handheld |
| Bottle Construction | Soft |
| Hand Strap | Yes |
| Yes | |
| Phone Capacity | No |
| Bite Valve | Yes |
| Insulation | Yes |
| Material | TPU soft flask + insulated sleeve |
| Included Flasks | 1 |
| Bladder Compatible | No |
| Fit / Sizing | Unisex |
Where to buy
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Sources & evidence
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Used to cross-check ride, fit, category placement and buying trade-offs. Not a Kitletics personal wear-test.
Verified 12 September 2026
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