Once every few months, I listen to the mountains call and embark on an ultra-trail run. Knowing that enjoying this kind of experience takes a lot of logistics (as you can discover here - How to Run 100K and Actually Enjoy It), I've decided to write it all down for once. Hope it can be helpful to you, fellow runners 😘

Wearing on the day of the race

Shoes
Long-distance cushioned socks
Compression socks
Racing shorts
Warm base layer / t-shirt
Hat or bandana
Loaded GPS / heartrate watch
Sunglasses (in case of 🌞)
Running poles (in case of ⛰)
Covid mask (for the start of the race, yup!)

In your bag

Clothes

Light rain coat
Spare base layer
Spare socks
Lightweight polar layer

Essentials

Loaded smartphone (with downloaded Spotify playlist & podcasts)
Loaded sports earphones (in pocket)
Wallet (cards + €50 note)
Keys

Accessories

Loaded battery pack
USB-to-mini-USB cable
USB-to-lightning cable
Mini leatherman knife
Loaded headlight

Nutrition

Full flasks
Plastic glass (for refuels)
Gels
Fruit paste
1-2 fruits to go

Health & hygiene

Ibuprofenes
Survival blanket
Compeed
Surgical tape
Massaging cream
Tiger balm
Nok anti-blisters cream
Solar cream

Taking it lightly

Note that this is all very geeky. If you want to embark on a much lighter journey à la Anton Krupicka, I would encourage you to follow this list:

Vibram 5 fingers
Lightweight running shorts

Whichever style you pick, I sincerely wish you a very nice race. Enjoy the ride 🤟

# Ultra-trail

Ultimate ultra-trail running stuff checklist