Quebrapates Peñamea 2026
Mandatory gear
The Quebrapates Peñamea 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 — Quebrapates Peñamea
| Item | Notes | Qty | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ thermal blanket | Mandatory on the 33K distance | 1 | All distances |
✓ liquid container | Mandatory for the aid stations | 1 | All distances |
| Fully charged | 1 | All distances | |
✓ trail shoes | — | 1 | All distances |
Which vest do you need for Quebrapates Peñamea?
With 33 km on the longest distance and this mandatory gear list, you need a 8-10 L vest. These are our picks:
💡Tip: check your gear several days before the race. Never use anything new on race day.
Recommended products to meet mandatory gear requirements
Lifesystems
MandatoryLifesystems 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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MARLOAR
MandatoryMARLOAR Soft Flask 500 ml (pack de 2)
Two-pack of 500 ml BPA-free silicone soft flasks for running, trail, cycling and hiking. Wide mouth for fast refills, they collapse as you drink, and the per-bottle price is a fraction of the branded ones, so you can rotate and replace them without a second thought.
Strengths
- +Two units for the price of one branded flask
- +500 ml: cover a long run without refilling as often
- +BPA-free silicone, dishwasher safe
Watch out for
- −Silicone is heavier and tastes slightly more than branded TPU flasks
- −Lower valve flow: a bit harder to drink on a climb
Generic
MandatoryCinturón 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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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
Black Diamond
Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z
Ultralight carbon Z-pole foldable trekking poles. 137 g per pole in 110 cm length, 33 cm folded. EVA grip and adjustable strap. The trail running reference.
Strengths
- +High-quality carbon, ultralight (137 g per pole in 110 cm)
- +Compact 33 cm folded length: fits any ultra pack
- +Lightning-fast Z-pole deployment in a single move
- +Non-slip EVA grip even with sweaty hands
Watch out for
- −Fixed sizes, not adjustable
- −Carbon = more fragile than aluminum in hard falls
Salomon
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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Want to know more? Read our complete guide to mandatory gear for ultra trail.
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