As I build toward competing in the UTMB, I will be compiling the clothing, shoes, equipment, nutrition and any other accessories required in order to complete.

This gear is equipment that i have used or intend to use at the UTMB, training races or training runs. I’ll endeavour to provide an accurate representation of what it is like to use the gear as well as my opinion to purchase and or use.

I welcome your suggestions and recommendations on the quest to find the ideal kit!

Hat

Currently Use: Ciele GOCap Lightweight 

Wanting to try/buy: Fractal Cap or Trucker Style

Waterproof Jacket

Currently Use: Salomon Bonatti Waterproof Running Jacket

Wanting to try/buy: Salomon Bonatti Pro Waterproof Running Jacket

Shirt

Currently Use: Vary between events

Wanting to try/buy: Everything!

Hydration Pack

Currently Use: Salomon S-Lab Sense Ultra 5 Set Backpack with Speed Flasks

Wanting to try/buy: Like the Salomon packs. Unsure of size/type but will need an upgrade. Also try a Naked Running Band.

Watch

Currently Use: Garmin Forerunner 235

Wanting to try/buy: Unsure. Will need an upgrade at some stage.

Sunglasses

Currently Use: Goodr – The OGS

Wanting to try/buy: None. Pretty happy with the Sunnies.

Shorts:

Currently Use: Patagonia Strider Pro 5 In. Shorts

Wanting to try/buy: none. Shorts locked in!

Compression 

Currently Use: 2XU Compression Shorts.

Wanting to try/buy: Like the compression shorts. Keen to try some Calf and Arm Sleeves.

Socks

Currently Use: Injinji trail 2.0 Midweight Crew Running Socks 

Wanting to try/buy: None. Socks locked in!

Shoes

Currently Use: Asics Kayano or Sonoma depending on race.

Wanting to try/buy: Unsure. Will need an upgrade.

Nutrition

Currently Use: Clif Bar, Clif Bloks, SIS Gels, bananas, watermelon.

Wanting to try/buy: Everything! Nothing locked in.

Hydration

Currently Use: Water, Tailwind.

Wanting to try/buy: Everything! Nothing locked in.

Other Gear

Currently Use: Buff or similar THIR

Wanting to try/buy: Everything! Need to add to my wardrobe Poles, Running Belt/Band and Camera.