Pujada al Castell d'Alaró 2026

Mandatory gear

5 items14km · 744m D+2 distances

The Pujada al Castell d'Alaró 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 — Pujada al Castell d'Alaró

Item	Notes	Qty	Distances
✓ Thermal blanket Lifesystems Thermal Blanket →(opens in a new tab)	Mandatory	1	All distances
✓ Whistle Fox 40 Classic →(opens in a new tab)	Mandatory	1	All distances
✓ Personal cup Salomon Soft Flask 250 ml →(opens in a new tab)	Mandatory for aid stations	1	All distances
✓ Poles Leki Ultratrail FX.One →(opens in a new tab)	Compulsory throughout the race	1	All distances
✓ Waterproof jacket Gore Wear R7 GTX Shakedry →(opens in a new tab)	10,000 mm water column; required if the weather demands it	1	All distances

Which vest do you need for Pujada al Castell d'Alaró?

With 14 km on the longest distance and this mandatory gear list, you need a 5 L vest. These are our picks:

Our pick

Salomon ADV Skin 5View on Amazon

NNormal Race VestView on Amazon

INOXTO Mochila de Hidratación 5LView 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 — Pujada al Castell d'Alaró

Recommended products to meet mandatory gear requirements

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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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

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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Leki

Mandatory

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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Gore Wear

Mandatory

Gore Wear R7 GTX Shakedry

Chubasquero Gore-Tex Shakedry ultraligero (110 g). Impermeabilidad total sin membrana interior, altamente transpirable. El referente para corredores 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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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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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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NNormal

NNormal Race Vest

NNormal's race vest (Kilian Jornet's brand): around 5 litres, a mono-stretch fabric that wraps the torso like a second skin with no chest straps: it fits through the fabric's own stretch. Two soft flasks included. Minimalist philosophy for vertical kilometre races, short races and runners who want to feel nothing on their back. Available in several chest sizes, with a women's-adapted cut option.

Strengths

+Strap-free stretch-fabric fit: no chest chafing points
+One of the lightest, least bulky race vests available
+Sized by chest circumference, with a women's cut option
+Two soft flasks included and a front pole holder

Watch out for

−~5 litres: not enough for ultras with full mandatory gear
−Sizing is critical: with no straps, a wrong size can't be corrected
−Premium price for very limited capacity

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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