Today’s blog post will be about equipment; more specifically
‘mandatory gear’. There are so many races that I’d love to enter, from ‘4Peaks’
to the trail running race as part of ‘Adventurefest’ in East Gippsland. Of
course looking further into the future, the UTMB, Ultra Fiord in Patagonia, the
Great North Walk etc. all require mandatory equipment.
This usually includes a space blanket, having the capacity to carry a certain amount of water (between 1-2 litres of
water), a waterproof jacket, first aid supplies (bandages etc.); the list goes
on and on and varies depending on race. For a novice such as myself, it’s a bit
daunting. I mean, how are you meant to carry all of this stuff?  |
| The Salomon Advanced Skin3 S-Lab 12 Hydro Set (One of those fancy looking racing vests) |
In a
traditionally shaped backpack, or in one of those fancy looking racing vests?
And what are they actually like to run in? All well and good to try on one in a
shop when you’re standing still, but what does it feel like after two hours
running in it non-stop? If it doesn't feel right, can I return it? And what
about the rain jacket? How waterproof does it need to be? The marshals at the
start line would all have different opinions. Would something that stays dry in
light rain be good enough, or does it have to be super heavy duty?
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| Apparently one of the best rain jackets on the market, it'd better be for a whopping $280 AUD |
Is anyone in a similar boat as I am or was in my position
and figured it out? If so I’d love to hear from you by leaving a comment J
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