XtremeLagos 2027

Mandatory gear

5 items42km · 6,000m D+3 distances

The XtremeLagos 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 — XtremeLagos

Item	Notes	Qty	Distances
✓ hooded long sleeve windproof jacket Salomon Bonatti WP →(opens in a new tab)	Mandatory for the marathon and TrailXtreme	1	All distances
✓ thermal emergency blanket Lifesystems Thermal Blanket →(opens in a new tab)	1.20 x 2.10 m	1	All distances
✓ mobile phone Cinturón de running con porta móvil →(opens in a new tab)	With charged battery	1	All distances
✓ liquid container MARLOAR Soft Flask 500 ml (pack de 2) →(opens in a new tab)	Minimum 500 ml in the marathon	1	All distances
✓ cup Salomon Soft Flask 250 ml →(opens in a new tab)	For aid stations (marathon)	1	All distances

Which vest do you need for XtremeLagos?

With 42 km on the longest distance and this mandatory gear list, you need a 8-10 L vest. These are our picks:

Our pick

Salomon Active Skin 8View on Amazon

AONIJIE Mochila de Hidratación 10LView on Amazon

Nathan VaporAiress 2.0 7L (mujer)View 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 — XtremeLagos

Recommended products to meet mandatory gear requirements

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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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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MARLOAR

Mandatory

MARLOAR 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

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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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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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La Sportiva

La Sportiva Bushido III

The quintessential skyrunning shoe, built in Italy for the most demanding terrain. FriXion White outsole with Impact Brake System delivering extraordinary grip on dry and wet rock. Low profile and maximum sensitivity for precise footing on every step. Weight: 285 g. Drop: 6 mm.

Strengths

+FriXion White outsole with Impact Brake System: exceptional grip on rock
+Low, sensitive profile: maximum precision on technical terrain
+Robust, durable Italian construction
+Lightweight (285 g) for skyrunning and technical mountain

Watch out for

−Low cushioning: uncomfortable over very long distances
−Narrow fit, not suited for wide feet
−Not suitable for beginners or rolling terrain

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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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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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Montane

Montane Featherlite Hooded

Ultralight hooded wind jacket (120 g in size M). Pertex Quantum Air 12-denier stretch nylon: blocks wind while venting heat and moisture better than almost any rain shell. PIVOT hood, elasticated cuffs, YKK zipped pockets. Pure windproof, not waterproof.

Strengths