Kit & Gear

Essential Trail Race Kit List

On the trails and fells, safety and comfort are paramount, and if you enter a trail or fell race, you’ll find that the mandatory kit requirements are stricter than ever before – if you don’t have the right kit, you won’t be allowed to run.

Here’s our guide on to what pack. Remember, this doesn’t only apply to races but is a sensible guide for all trail and hill runs – and always check with race organisers what is in their mandatory kit list.

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SAFETY:

Waterproof jacket and trousers (this should cover the full body)

Headtorch

Whistle

Map and compass

Emergency blanket

Emergency rations

Small first aid kit including bandage, plasters, blister pack, antiseptic ointment.

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GENERAL:

Hat

Neck gaiter

Base layer or layers, depending on temperature

Shorts or tights

Socks

Thermal/waterproof gloves

Trail/Fell shoes

Mobile

GPS watch

Backpack

For the full FRA runner requirements, click here

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