Is This the Best Weighted Vest for Hyrox? We Tested Omorpho’s G-Vest Icon

After testing the $279 Omorpho G-Vest Icon Hyrox during runs, HIIT workouts and burpees, we found it especially well suited to athletes looking for a weighted vest for Hyrox training

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Weighted vests have become one of the more visible fitness accessories over the past year. Athletech News has tested over a dozen, with each serving a different audience. Many are better suited to walking or slow strength work than the fast, dynamic training required for Hyrox.

I previously tested Omorpho’s weighted apparel and liked how much less cumbersome it felt than a traditional vest. Now the brand is bringing that concept directly to one of the fastest-growing areas of competitive fitness.

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The new G-Vest Icon Hyrox was developed in partnership with Hyrox and is the only weighted vest officially licensed by the race series. I tested the new vest during HIIT workouts and runs to see how well Omorpho’s MicroLoad design translates to running and Hyrox-style training.

Category	Omorpho G-Vest Icon Hyrox
Price	$279 women / $299 men
Starting weight	6 lbs women / 10 lbs men
Maximum weight	12 lbs women / 20 lbs men
Best for	Hyrox, running, HIIT, functional training
Weight system	MicroLoad + optional G-Pack
How Athletech Tested the Vest	Running, burpees, squat jumps, swings and HIIT

Omorpho G-Vest Icon Hyrox Review: Is It Worth $299?

The Omorpho G-Vest Icon Hyrox is one of the better weighted vests I’ve tested for running and high-intensity workouts because its distributed weight and close-to-body fit minimize the bouncing common with traditional plate-style vests. At $279 for women and $299 for men, however, it makes the most sense for serious Hyrox athletes rather than someone primarily interested in weighted walking.

Comparison Table: How It Stacks Up

Category	Omorpho G-Vest Icon Hyrox	GoRuck Rucker 4.0 (20L)	Stakt Adjustable Weighted Vest
Price	$279 (W) / $299 (M)	$349 list ($279 on sale)	$158
Weight range	6-12 lbs (W) / 10-20 lbs (M)	Plate-based, up to 30+ lbs w/ plates	6-8 lbs
Weight system	MicroLoad (distributed)	Single rear plate pocket	Fixed internal weights, zip-off liner
Best for	Hyrox, running, HIIT	Rucking, weighted hikes, GoRuck events	Everyday movement, walking, light training
Bounce control	Excellent: close-to-body fit	Moderate: built for walking pace, not sprinting	Good: designed for daily wear, not built for sprint-level dynamics
Hyrox-licensed	Yes	No	No
Link to Buy	Buy the Omorpho G-Vest Icon Hyrox	Buy the GoRuck Rucker	Buy Stakt Adjustable Weighted Vest

Omorpho G-Vest Icon Hyrox: Pros

The biggest advantage of the G-Vest remains Omorpho’s approach to weight distribution.

Rather than placing one large weight on the front and another on the back, the brand’s MicroLoad design spreads small weights across the torso. The women’s G-Vest starts at six pounds while the men’s starts at 10 pounds. Additional G-Pack inserts can bring those totals to 12 and 20 pounds, respectively.

The G-Vest has a front zipper, ventilated mesh back and adjustable sizing cords designed to keep it close to the body. There are laces on the side of the vest to tighten and loosen the fit, which made it feel much more natural against the body. During even the most rigorous workouts, with squat jumps, burpees and swings, the vest stayed in place.

Omorpho G-Vest Icon Hyrox: Cons

The G-Vest Icon Hyrox costs $279 for women and $299 for men, putting it well above many weighted vests on the market. Whether that premium is worthwhile will largely come down to how you plan to use it. If you are only going to wear a weighted vest for slow, controlled movements, some of Omorpho’s advantages become less meaningful. If you want to run, do burpees or move through a high-intensity circuit for a Hyrox race, the difference is easier to appreciate.

How the G-Vest Performs for Running and Hyrox Training

Omorpho worked with members of the Hyrox performance community on training protocols and testing for the vest. Dr. Adam Storey, a member of the Hyrox Sports Science Advisory Council, developed beginner, intermediate and pro training programs incorporating the G-Vest.

The company also put the vest through race simulations at the Hyrox Performance Center in California with coach Jake Shaw.

Hyrox365 Head of Performance Ralph Wentz developed a R.A.M.P. warm-up framework using the vest, with exercises intended to raise body temperature, activate muscles, mobilize joints and potentiate the nervous system before training. For a Hyrox athlete, there is potentially more value in selectively adding resistance while maintaining the same movement patterns and pace demands that matter on race day.

“Hyrox requires a unique blend of aerobic endurance and functional strength,” Omorpho founder and CEO Stefan Olander said. “The G-Vest Icon Hyrox seamlessly integrates into an athlete’s Hyrox training plan, adding the right amount of resistance to build stamina and speed without altering natural movement patterns.”

Is the Omorpho G-Vest Icon Hyrox Worth It?

What I have always liked about Omorpho is that its products do not feel like traditional weighted vests. Hybrid training asks athletes to move quickly between running and strength work, which is exactly where a bulky vest becomes most annoying.

I tested the vest for a week across runs and HIIT workouts that included burpees, squat jumps and kettlebell swings. The biggest difference versus bulkier weighted vests I’ve tested was how little I needed to think about the vest once the workout started. It stayed close to my torso during jumping and running rather than shifting noticeably with each repetition.

At nearly $300, I would not recommend it simply because someone wants to experiment with weighted walking. Instead, it makes more sense for athletes who want to level up their training, particularly those training for a Hyrox race.

The Omorpho G-Vest Icon Hyrox launched this month exclusively through Omorpho. The women’s version costs $279 and the men’s version costs $299.

Buy It: Omorpho G-Vest Icon Hyrox

FAQs:

Can you run in the Omorpho G-Vest Icon Hyrox?
Yes, its close-to-body fit made it considerably better suited to running than bulkier plate-style weighted vests.

How heavy is the Omorpho G-Vest Icon Hyrox?
The women’s version starts at six pounds and can be increased to 12 pounds with G-Pack inserts. The men’s version starts at 10 pounds and can be increased to 20 pounds.

Is the Omorpho G-Vest Icon Hyrox worth it?
For serious Hyrox athletes or people who regularly run and perform dynamic workouts in a weighted vest, the fit and weight distribution help justify the premium. For weighted walking alone, less expensive options are likely sufficient.