Essential Ultra Running Kit – Aberfoyle, 11th October

Please note that this is the kit list is regardless of the weather – even if there is bright blue sky and not a cloud to be seen. With the length of this event and the testing nature of the area, all of this kit will come in useful and therefore needs to be carried.  

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The organisers reserve the right to disqualify any competitors who, in their opinion, do not have the necessary kit to survive in an emergency situation. Cotton clothing is not suitable.

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Clothing

• Moisture-wicking base layer (short or long sleeve depending on temperature)

• Running shorts/tights (consider lightweight waterproof/windproof option)

• Lightweight waterproof jacket (with taped seams, race-compliant)

• Insulating mid-layer (thin fleece or merino)

• Buff/neck gaiter & hat (for warmth)

• Running gloves (windproof/water-resistant)

• Spare socks (in case of wet feet)

• Trail running shoes (good grip for mixed terrain, likely wet/muddy)

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Mandatory Safety Kit 

• Fully charged mobile phone (in waterproof pouch)

• Route map / GPX device (watch or phone with backup)

• Headtorch (with spare batteries – daylight fades quickly in October)

• Whistle (often built into race packs)

• Foil/emergency bivvy bag (lightweight survival item)

• Reusable cup/bottle

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Hydration & Nutrition

• Hydration pack/vest (capacity 1–2L bladder or soft flasks)

• Electrolyte tablets/powder

• Energy gels/bars/real food (enough between checkpoints; always carry extra and enough for full race duration)

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Extras (Highly Recommended)

• Vaseline/anti-chafe cream

• Small first aid kit (blister plasters, tape, pain relief)

• Sunglasses & sun cream (low sun can still catch you in October)

• Poles (if  you’re comfortable with them)

• Dry bag (to keep spare kit dry in pack)

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Drop Bag / Post-Race

• Warm, dry clothes (including hat and gloves)

• Flip-flops/trainers for comfort

• Recovery snacks and fluids

• Cold beer - recommended!