Questions runners ask us

A well fitted belt should not bounce at all. TEMPO belts sit flat against the body and stay put through intervals, hills and sprint finishes. Almost every bounce complaint comes down to wearing the belt too loose or too low on the hips. Sit it at your natural waist, tighten the sliding clips until you can just fit two fingers underneath, then jog on the spot for thirty seconds before you head out.

There is no size to choose. Every TEMPO belt is one size and fully adjustable on sliding clips rather than a fixed chart, so it fits the vast majority of adult runners and keeps fitting if your shape changes across a training block.

At your natural waist, just above the hip bone, not down on the hips. Worn low the belt has nothing to grip against and will slide as you run. See the Size and Fit Guide for a diagram.

Yes. The low profile design sits under a shirt or jacket without a visible bulge, which suits winter running and travelling. Over your clothing gives you faster access to gels on race day.

Yes. Every belt is built to fit a wide range of body shapes and running styles, for runners of all genders. The adjustable clip system is precisely why we avoided gendered sizing.

Yes, the adjustment range has plenty of room for layers. Loosen it a notch when you add a jacket and take it back in when you shed one.

PACE. It is our slimmest and lightest belt, built to hold a race bib and a gel or two and then disappear until you cross the line. It has bib loops built in, so you never put a pin hole in a race shirt.

CARRY. It is the roomier storage belt, built for runners who want a phone, keys, cards and nutrition on them for two hours or more without carrying anything in their hands.

CARRY holds phones up to 6.9 inches along with keys and cards. PACE is deliberately slimmer and does not take a phone, because leaving it out is what keeps PACE as light as it is.

A belt covers most road running, racing and training up to marathon distance. A vest starts to make sense once you need litres of water and spare layers, which usually means long trail and ultra distances. If you are carrying a phone, gels and keys, a belt is lighter and less hot.

A race belt is a slim strap for a race bib and a gel or two, with no real storage. A running belt usually means a wider belt with a pocket for a phone, keys and cards. TEMPO PACE is the first, TEMPO CARRY is the second.

Yes. A slim belt like PACE sits below a vest without interfering, which is a common set up for runners who want their bib on a belt and their water on their back.

Gel loops on a race belt are the simplest method, because they hold gels flat against the body and keep them reachable without unzipping anything mid stride. PACE has two gel loops built in, and the CARRY pouch takes several more.

Thread the bib onto the belt using the toggles, then adjust so it sits flat at the front. PACE has bib loops built in for exactly this, so your race shirt stays intact.

They resist sweat and light rain, which protects what you are carrying in damp conditions, but they are not fully waterproof. In sustained heavy rain, put anything critical in a small zip bag inside the pouch.

Hand wash in cold water with a mild detergent and rinse until the water runs clear. Air dry only. No machine wash, tumble dryer, bleach, fabric softener or ironing. Full detail on the Care Instructions page.

Yes. The pouch slides freely around the belt, so you can set it front, side or back depending on what keeps it clear of your arms.

Yes, there is reflective trim for early starts and evening runs. It is not a substitute for a proper light on unlit roads.

A 150ml collapsible soft flask that clips straight onto any TEMPO belt loop, so you get water without a separate strap. It folds flat as you drink, so there is no sloshing and no dead weight late in a run.

Yes. Plenty of customers buy one for running and end up wearing it for commuting, hiking and travel, because it is secure and sits flatter than a bum bag.

Orders are dispatched Monday to Friday, usually within 24 hours. Standard delivery normally takes two to five business days at $11.95, and express takes one to three business days at $15.95. You get tracking by email as soon as it ships.

Yes. Standard shipping within Australia is free once your order reaches $100. It applies automatically at checkout, so there is no code to enter.

Yes, at a $20.00 AUD flat rate, usually arriving in seven to fourteen business days. Customs duties, taxes and import fees are set by your country and are payable by you.

No, we do not offer change of mind returns or exchanges, so please choose carefully. Every belt is one size and fully adjustable, and we are very happy to help you pick the right belt or colour before you order. Just email us.

Email hello@tempobelts.com.au with your order number and a photo of the issue and we will make it right. Nothing in our policy limits your rights under the Australian Consumer Law.

Yes, both are available at checkout, along with the usual cards, PayPal, Apple Pay and Google Pay.

Your tracking link goes to the email you used at checkout. Check your junk folder first if it has not arrived, then email us and we will resend it.