What to carry, what to eat, and what actually holds up at mile 80. Gear and nutrition guides built for ultra runners.
76% of runners blistered by day four of a stage race, and 65% of those blisters were on the toes. But toe socks have never been tested in a trial, merino vs synthetic is unsettled, and the one thing with a measured 40% effect isn't a sock at all. 23 socks compared on price, fabric, thickness and rating — every figure sourced.
Every pole worth carrying — from the Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z to the Leki Ultratrail FX.One. Types, pros and cons, where the sport is trending, and a sortable comparison table. 14 poles compared.
Every vest worth carrying on long days in the mountains — from the Salomon ADV Skin to the Dynafit DNA 8 to the Nnormal Race Vest. Sortable by volume, weight, price, and bounce. 16 vests compared.
Not all gels are created equal. From maltodextrin workhorses to dual-source super gels and hydrogel technology, here's the science of race-day fueling — including how David Roche consumed 152.5g of carbs per hour to set the Leadville 100 course record.
Every shoe worth considering for long days in the mountains — drop, stack, grip, lug depth, key sponsored athlete, lifespan, and price. 25 shoes compared and sortable. Built for Mount to Coast, DC Peaks, Wasatch, and beyond.
After 100+ miles in the Speedland RX:LDVL — included carbon plate, single BOA, supercritical TPEE — here's why it's my trail shoe of the year.
Not all running belts are the same. This guide breaks down every belt type, top picks for ultramarathons, and how to choose the right one for your race.