Marbella Epic Trail 2027

Mandatory gear

9 items65.89km · 5,068m D+3 distances

The Marbella Epic Trail organisation requires you to carry this gear during the race. Non-compliance may result in time penalties or disqualification. Always check the official rules before the race, as the list may change between editions.

Mandatory gear — Marbella Epic Trail

Item	Notes	Qty	Distances
✓ mallas 34 Salomon Cross Run Tight →(se abre en una pestaña nueva)	3/4-length tights	1	All distances
✓ Windproof jacket Salomon Bonatti WP →(se abre en una pestaña nueva)	Long-sleeved	1	All distances
✓ Emergency blanket Lifesystems Thermal Blanket →(se abre en una pestaña nueva)	Minimum 1.20 × 2.10 m	1	All distances
✓ Hydration vest Salomon ADV Skin 12 →(se abre en una pestaña nueva)	1 L hydration system; the Epic Trail adds a 500 ml bottle	1	All distances
✓ Reusable cup Salomon Soft Flask 250 ml →(se abre en una pestaña nueva)	Reusable cup	1	All distances
✓ Headlamp Petzl Actik Core →(se abre en una pestaña nueva)	With rear red light and spare batteries	1	All distances
✓ gps	GPS or watch with the official track	1	All distances
✓ Charged mobile phone Cinturón de running con porta móvil →(se abre en una pestaña nueva)	Charged and with the SOSfy Help app activated	1	All distances
✓ Emergency whistle Fox 40 Classic →(se abre en una pestaña nueva)	—	1	All distances

Which vest do you need for Marbella Epic Trail?

With 65.89 km on the longest distance and this mandatory gear list, you need a 10-12 L vest. These are our picks:

Our pick

Salomon ADV Skin 12 SetView on Amazon

Ultimate Direction Ultra Vest 12LView on Amazon

AONIJIE Mochila de Hidratación 10LView on Amazon

See the full trail running vest comparison →

💡Tip: check your gear several days before the race. Never use anything new on race day.

Check the official rules — Marbella Epic Trail

Recommended products to meet mandatory gear requirements

Salomon

Mandatory

Salomon Cross Run Tight

Mallas largas de trail con tejido elástico y transpirable. Cintura ajustable, bolsillo trasero con cremallera. Protección contra el frío y la vegetación.

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Salomon

Mandatory

Salomon Bonatti WP

Chaqueta cortavientos impermeable ultraligera (135 g). Costuras selladas, capucha ajustable y ventilación trasera. Se pliega en su propio bolsillo.

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Lifesystems

Mandatory

Lifesystems Thermal Blanket

Manta térmica de emergencia reflectante. Retiene el 90% del calor corporal. Ultraligera (60 g) y compacta, cabe en cualquier mochila de trail.

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Salomon

Mandatory

Salomon ADV Skin 12

Chaleco de hidratación de 12 litros con sistema SensiFit. Dos soft flasks frontales de 500 ml incluidas. Bolsillos de fácil acceso y ajuste ceñido sin rebotes.

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Salomon

Mandatory

Salomon Soft Flask 250 ml

Collapsible 250 ml soft flask with a high-flow valve and a wide 42 mm mouth for fast refills at aid stations. It shrinks as you drink, fits the front pocket of any vest and weighs just a few grams empty.

Strengths

+High-flow valve: quick sips without hard biting
+42 mm mouth, easy to refill and to drop in ice or tablets
+Folds down to almost nothing when empty

Watch out for

−Pricier than generic Amazon flasks
−The valve can drip slightly if not fully closed

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Petzl

Mandatory

Petzl Actik Core

Frontal recargable de 600 lúmenes con batería Core incluida. Compatible con pilas AAA. Modo rojo para preservar la visión nocturna. Ideal para ultras con tramos nocturnos.

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Generic

Mandatory

Cinturón de running con porta móvil

Lightweight running belt with phone compartment and transparent touchscreen window. Quick access to GPS and track without stopping. Adjustable, breathable and bounce-free. Ideal for trail running and hiking.

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Fox 40

Mandatory

Fox 40 Classic

Silbato de emergencia sin pieza interna, funciona mojado y con barro. Sonido de 115 dB audible a gran distancia. El estándar en carreras de montaña.

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Salomon

Salomon Speedcross 6

Salomon's most versatile trail shoe, ideal for technical terrain and mud. Exceptional grip with Contagrip sole and EnergyCell+ cushioning.

Strengths

+Agarre excepcional en barro y terreno técnico
+Protección de puntera reforzada
+Sistema Quicklace cómodo y rápido
+Drenaje de agua eficiente

Watch out for

−Durabilidad media en asfalto
−Horma algo estrecha para pies anchos

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Hoka

Hoka Speedgoat 7

The best-selling trail shoe in the US and an absolute ultra-trail classic. Max Hoka cushioning, a Vibram Megagrip outsole with 5 mm lugs for grip in mud and technical terrain, and a snug Matryx upper. Built to eat up kilometres without punishing your legs in long races.

Strengths

+Max Hoka cushioning: protects your legs over long distances
+Vibram Megagrip outsole with 5 mm lugs: reliable grip in mud and rock
+Snug, lightweight Matryx upper
+The most battle-tested model in ultra trail running worldwide

Watch out for

−High stack: less stable for those who want more ground feel
−Toe box a bit narrow for wide feet

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Leki

Leki Ultratrail FX.One

Foldable trail running poles in 3 sections (110-130 cm). Ultralight carbon (175 g per pole), compact 38 cm folded. Speed Lock 2 locking system.

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Petzl

Petzl Swift RL

1100-lumen headlamp with Reactive Lighting: a sensor adjusts output to ambient light to stretch battery life. USB-C rechargeable battery, running-friendly headband and a moderate weight (~100 g). The premium benchmark for technical night trail running.

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Salomon

Salomon Bonatti Cross Wind

Hooded trail running wind jacket (134 g). AdvancedSkin windproof fabric with a DWR water-repellent finish and reflective details. Front button vent and packs into its own pocket. No membrane: it sheds spray and wind, not sustained rain.

Strengths