Equipment

Basic kit

• Running pack to carry mandatory gear throughout the race.

• Mobile phone (smartphone strongly recommended): the runner must be reachable at any time before, during, and after the race:

  – mobile phone with international roaming (load into its memory the organization’s security numbers, don’t mask your number and don’t forget to take the
  start of your race with the battery fully charged)

  – Keep the phone on, airplane mode is forbidden and could give rise to penalties.

  – For smartphones: LiveTrail application installed and activated.

  – An external battery is highly recommended

• Personal soft cup 15 cl minimum (bottles or flasks with lids are not accepted)

• Minimum water supply: 1 liter

• 2 working headlamps with spare cells/batteries for each headlamp. Recommendation: 200 lumens or more for the main torch

• Survival blanket of 1.40m x 2m minimum

• Whistle

• Self-adhering elastic bandage for bandaging or strapping (minimum 100 cm x 6 cm)

• Food reserve. Recommendation: 800kcal (2 gels + 2 power bars each of 65g )

• Jacket with hood for bad weather in the mountains. The jacket must be made of a waterproof (minimum recommended 10 000 Schmerber) and breathable (RET recommended inferior to 13) membrane (eg. Outdry) – the jacket must, imperatively, have an integrated hood or one which is attached to the jacket by the original system designed for that purpose by the manufacturer.

  – the seams must be sealed.

  – the jacket must not have sections of fabric that are not waterproof, but air vents fitted by the manufacturer (under-arm, in the back)-since they do not damage in any obvious way the impermeability- are accepted.

  The runner must judge whether, according to the beforementioned criteria, the jacket complies with the
  regulations and therefore is suitable for bad weather in the mountains. However, during a check, the race
  director’s opinion on the matter shall prevail.

• Long-legged trousers or race leggings OR a combination of leggings and socks to cover the legs completely

• Cap or bandana or Buff®

• Additional warm second layer: a warm second layer top with long sleeves (excluding cotton) weighing at least 180g (men’s size medium – M) OR the combination of a long-sleeved warm undergarment (first or second layer, excluding cotton) weighing at least 110g (men’s size medium – M) and a windproof jacket (the wind-proof jacket does not replace the mandatory waterproof jacket, and vice versa) with durable water-repellent protection (DWR protection)

• Hat

• Warm and waterproof gloves

• Waterproof over pants

• ID – passport/ID card

Hot weather kit

(may be required by the organization, depending on weather conditions)

• Sunglasses ***
• Saharan cap or any combination which completely covers the head and nape of the neck
• Sunscreen. Recommendation: minimum sun protection factor (SPF) 50
• Minimum water supply: 2 liters

Cold weather kit

(may be required by the organization, depending on weather conditions)

• Protective eyewear ***
• 3rd warm layer (the intermediary layer between the 2nd layer and the waterproof jacket)
• Recommendation: fleece or compressible down jacket
• Sturdy, closed-toe trail-running shoes (minimalist or ultralight shoes excluded)

*** it is possible to use the same glasses if they are suitable both for the sun and bad weather (such as glasses with photo-chromatic lenses)

All clothing items must fit the runner – in terms of size – and they must not be altered in any way after leaving the factory.

The mandatory gear must be carried in a running pack for the duration of the whole race.  The running pack is tagged during the race-pack collection and must not be changed during the race.

Other recommended equipment (including but not limited to)

• Spare warm clothing, essential in case of cold and rainy weather or in case of injury
• Poles in the case of rain or snow for your safety on slippery ground
• Vaseline or anti-heat cream
• at least 30 EUR cash (just in case…).
• Reusable bowl
• GPS watch
• Knife or scissors for cutting elastic bandage
• Emergency sewing kit

If you choose to take hiking poles with you, you have to carry them for the duration of the whole race. It is forbidden to take the start without poles and get them during the course of the race.

No poles are authorized in the spare bags.

If you have further questions about mandatory equipment, do not hesitate to consult our FAQs.

Basic kit

• Running pack to carry mandatory gear throughout the race.

• Mobile phone (smartphone strongly recommended): the runner must be reachable at any time before, during, and after the race: -- mobile phone with international roaming (load into its memory the organization’s security numbers, don’t mask your number, and don’t forget to leave with the battery fully charged) -- Keep the phone on, airplane mode is forbidden and could give rise to penalties. -- For smartphones: LiveTrail application installed and activated.

• Personal soft cup 15 cl minimum (bottles or flasks with lids are not accepted)

• Minimum water supply: 1 liter

• 1 working headlamp. Recommendation: 200 lumens or more

• Survival blanket of 1.40m x 2m minimum

• Whistle

• Self-adhering elastic bandage for bandaging or strapping (minimum 100 cm x 6 cm) is recommended

• Food reserve. Recommendation: 800kcal (2 gels + 2 energizing bars each of 65gr)

• Jacket with hood for bad weather in the mountains. The jacket must be made with a waterproof (minimum recommended 10 000 Schmerber) and breathable (RET recommended inferior to 13) membrane (eg. Outdry)

• the jacket must, imperatively, have an integrated hood or one which is attached to the jacket by the original system designed for that purpose by the manufacturer.

• the seams must be sealed.

• the jacket must not have sections of fabric that are not waterproof, but air vents fitted by the manufacturer (under-arm, in the back) -since they do not damage in any obvious way the impermeability- are accepted.

The runner must judge whether, according to the beforementioned criteria, the jacket complies with the regulations and therefore is suitable for bad weather in the mountains. However, during a check, the race director’s opinion on the matter shall prevail.

• Long-legged trousers or race leggings OR a combination of legging and socks which cover the legs completely are recommended
• Cap or bandana or Buff® is recommended
• ID – passport /ID card

Hot weather kit

(may be required by the organization, depending on weather conditions)

• Sunglasses
• Saharan cap or any combination which completely covers the head and nape of the neck
• Sunscreen. Recommendation: minimum sun protection factor (SPF) 50
• Minimum water supply: 2 liters

Cold weather kit

(may be required by the organization, depending on weather conditions)

• 3rd warm layer (the intermediary layer between the 2nd layer and the waterproof jacket). Recommendation: fleece or compressible down jacket
• Sturdy, closed-toe trail-running shoes (minimalist or ultralight shoes excluded)

All clothing items must fit the runner – in terms of size – and they must not be altered in any way after leaving the factory.

The mandatory gear must be carried in a running pack for the duration of the whole race.  The running pack is tagged during the race-pack collection and must not be changed during the race.

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Other recommended equipment (non-exhaustive checklist):

• Spare warm clothing, essential in case of cold and rainy weather or in case of injury.
• Poles in case of rain or snow for your safety on slippery ground
• Vaseline or anti-heat cream
• at least 30 EUR cash (just in case…).
• Reusable bowl
• GPS watch
• Knife or scissors for cutting elastic bandage
• Emergency sewing kit
• If you choose to take hiking poles with you, you have to carry them for the duration of the whole race. It is forbidden to take the start without poles and get them during the course of the race.

If you have further questions about mandatory equipment, do not hesitate to consult our FAQs.

Basic kit

• Running pack to carry mandatory gear throughout the race.

• Mobile phone (smartphone strongly recommended): the runner must be reachable at any time before, during, and after the race: -- mobile phone with international roaming (load into its memory the organization’s security numbers, don’t mask your number, and don’t forget to leave with the battery fully charged) -- Keep the phone on, airplane mode is forbidden and could give rise to penalties. -- For smartphones: LiveTrail application installed and activated.

• Personal soft cup 15 cl minimum (bottles or flasks with lids are not accepted)

• Minimum water supply: 1 liter

• 1 working headlamp. Recommendation: 200 lumens or more

• Survival blanket of 1.40m x 2m minimum

• Whistle

• Self-adhering elastic bandage for bandaging or strapping (minimum 100 cm x 6 cm) is recommended

• Food reserve. Recommendation: 800kcal (2 gels + 2 energizing bars each of 65gr)

• Jacket with hood for bad weather in the mountains. The jacket must be made with a waterproof (minimum recommended 10 000 Schmerber) and breathable (RET recommended inferior to 13) membrane (eg. Outdry) -** to be announced prior to race**

• the jacket must, imperatively, have an integrated hood or one which is attached to the jacket by the original system designed for that purpose by the manufacturer.

• the seams must be sealed.

• the jacket must not have sections of fabric that are not waterproof, but air vents fitted by the manufacturer (under-arm, in the back) -since they do not damage in any obvious way the impermeability- are accepted.

The runner must judge whether, according to the beforementioned criteria, the jacket complies with the regulations and therefore is suitable for bad weather in the mountains. However, during a check, the race director’s opinion on the matter shall prevail.

• Cap or bandana or Buff® is recommended
• ID – passport /ID card

Hot weather kit

(may be required by the organization, depending on weather conditions)

• Sunglasses
• Saharan cap or any combination which completely covers the head and nape of the neck
• Sunscreen. Recommendation: minimum sun protection factor (SPF) 50
• Minimum water supply: 2 liters

Cold weather kit

(may be required by the organization, depending on weather conditions)

• 3rd warm layer (the intermediary layer between the 2nd layer and the waterproof jacket). Recommendation: fleece or compressible down jacket
• Sturdy, closed-toe trail-running shoes (minimalist or ultralight shoes excluded)

All clothing items must fit the runner – in terms of size – and they must not be altered in any way after leaving the factory.

The mandatory gear must be carried in a running pack for the duration of the whole race.  The running pack is tagged during the race-pack collection and must not be changed during the race.

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Other recommended equipment (non-exhaustive checklist):

• Spare warm clothing, essential in case of cold and rainy weather or in case of injury.
• Poles in case of rain or snow for your safety on slippery ground
• Vaseline or anti-heat cream
• at least 30 EUR cash (just in case…).
• GPS watch
• Knife or scissors for cutting elastic bandage

If you choose to take hiking poles with you, you have to carry them for the duration of the whole race. It is forbidden to take the start without poles and get them during the course of the race.

If you have further questions about mandatory equipment, do not hesitate to consult our FAQs.

Basic kit

• Running pack to carry mandatory gear throughout the race.

• Mobile phone (smartphone strongly recommended): the runner must be reachable at any time before, during, and after the race: -- mobile phone with international roaming (load into its memory the organization’s security numbers, don’t mask your number, and don’t forget to leave with the battery fully charged) -- Keep the phone on, airplane mode is forbidden and could give rise to penalties. -- For smartphones: LiveTrail application installed and activated.

• Personal soft cup 15 cl minimum (bottles or flasks with lids are not accepted)

• Minimum water supply: 1 liter is recommended

• Survival blanket of 1.40m x 2m minimum

• Whistle

• Food reserve. Recommendation: 800kcal (2 gels + 2 energizing bars each of 65gr)

• Jacket with hood for bad weather in the mountains. The jacket must be made with a waterproof (minimum recommended 10 000 Schmerber) and breathable (RET recommended inferior to 13) membrane (eg. Outdry) -** to be announced prior to race**

• the jacket must, imperatively, have an integrated hood or one which is attached to the jacket by the original system designed for that purpose by the manufacturer.

• the seams must be sealed.

• the jacket must not have sections of fabric that are not waterproof, but air vents fitted by the manufacturer (under-arm, in the back) -since they do not damage in any obvious way the impermeability- are accepted.

The runner must judge whether, according to the beforementioned criteria, the jacket complies with the regulations and therefore is suitable for bad weather in the mountains. However, during a check, the race director’s opinion on the matter shall prevail.

• Cap or bandana or Buff® is recommended
• ID – passport /ID card

Hot weather kit

(may be required by the organization, depending on weather conditions)

• Sunglasses
• Saharan cap or any combination which completely covers the head and nape of the neck
• Sunscreen. Recommendation: minimum sun protection factor (SPF) 50
• Minimum water supply: 2 liters

Cold weather kit

(may be required by the organization, depending on weather conditions)

• 3rd warm layer (the intermediary layer between the 2nd layer and the waterproof jacket). Recommendation: fleece or compressible down jacket

All clothing items must fit the runner – in terms of size – and they must not be altered in any way after leaving the factory.

The mandatory gear must be carried in a running pack for the duration of the whole race.  The running pack is tagged during the race-pack collection and must not be changed during the race.

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Other recommended equipment (non-exhaustive checklist):

• Spare warm clothing, essential in case of cold and rainy weather or in case of injury.
• Vaseline or anti-heat cream
• GPS watch

If you choose to take hiking poles with you, you have to carry them for the duration of the whole race. It is forbidden to take the start without poles and get them during the course of the race.

If you have further questions about mandatory equipment, do not hesitate to consult our FAQs.