The SPI who loved me. (I loved it back.)

About a month ago, another blogger had hosted a giveaway for a SPIbelt, and after seeing my most unflattering photos with my fanny-pack Fuel Belt (no offense), I decided I needed to find another method of carrying my Droid and fuel during long runs. It wasn’t all about vanity…the pouch allowed moisture into my phone, and because it’s slippery and my running clothes are wicking and slippery, it was just a whole slippery-sliding disaster and I am constantly fidgeting with it trying to get it to stay put. It was not a match made in heaven. When I posted on SPIbelt’s Facebook page that I was entering the giveaway and wanting to try one out, Deb offered to send me one of my own! I couldn’t believe it, but was so very grateful.
After having to coach me way more than she probably anticipated via email – seriously, I emailed her 5 times and she was as patient as a teacher - Debbie sent me the Water-Resistant Energy SPIBelt (pronounced SPY and yep, I had to ask!) with an interior waterproof bag for those days that I’m out in sketchy weather. I received it just in time for Ragnar and used it on all three running legs, totaling 15.5 miles in about 21 hours. 
My verdict? This thing rocks!! In fact, I thought it was so great that it went right to the wall of fame on my sidebar of Stuff I Love. I also felt compelled to tell SPIbelt immediately.
The SPI is constructed of this magnificent stretchy fabric that is flexible enough to accommodate my Droid, which is basically the size of a small laptop, let’s face it. I tend to sweat a lot and as I said, have had problems in the past with moisture seeping into my Fuel Belt pouch. I wanted to avoid that, so I put my phone in the waterproof bag each time. Since it takes me the better part of a mile to get comfortable with my Fuel Belt, I assumed there would be a similar learning curve with the SPI, but I’ve got to say, I put it on and it didn’t budge. SPIbelt DID NOT bounce, ride up or slide down. I didn’t have the opportunity to use the energy gel feature, but I plan to on my next long run. It’s a really neat feature!

SPIbelt (Small Personal Item) started in 2007 after founder Kim knew there had to be a better way to carry her keys than in her sports bra. I, for one, am thrilled she figured it out. The company has a wide range of product offerings including reflective and dual-pocket belts, belts specifically for kids (think diabetic pumps and epipens!) and SPIbands for your arm. Perpetual free shipping, a 100% satisfaction guarantee and products made in the USA sweeten the deal. SPIbelt also has a heart of gold and the main part of it’s mission is “to build a company with core values of compassion and honesty towards each other, our customers and the community.” I am impressed.

I’m so glad that SPIbelt was generous enough to make me a believer, and they’re wanting to make one of you a believer too. The SPI can love all of us!

THE GIVEAWAY
One of you will win a SPIbelt of your choice. (You may or may not require selection coaching as I did.)

Please leave a comment for each entry. Enter as many ways as you'd like:
- Be a follower (otherwise how will you know you won?)

- Make a donation HERE in support of my fundraising efforts for the kiddos of St. Jude Research Hospital for my first marathon (Thank you in advance! Every dollar truly helps.)

- Like SPIbelt on Facebook and leave them a comment letting them Jill @ Run for the Hills sent you. (+1)

- Follow SPIbelt on Twitter (+1)
-S hare this giveaway on your blog, Facebook, Twitter. If you tweet, please include @SPIbelt and @iRunForTheHills in your tweet. (+1 for each)
- Visit SPIbelt’s website HERE and tell me what you like. (+1)
- Tell me the most ridiculous way you’ve carried something on your run. Key tied to your shoelace? The ol’ sweaty $5 in your bra? Let’s all have a laugh. (+1 entry. Multiple chuckles.)

Giveaway will run until June 28th
and a winner will be selected randomly on the 29th.
Good luck!