Reventón Trail

Reventón Trail 2026

Recommended gear

trail paths70.5km · 4,079m D+Advanced11°C – 18°C

Varied volcanic terrain: mountain trails, pine forest, ridges, and lava fields. Gradients exceed 35% on the El Reventón section.

Trail shoes, hydration vests, trekking poles, waterproof jackets and the rest of the gear you need. Every recommendation is tailored to the race's specific terrain: high-altitude scree in Sierra Nevada calls for very different shoes than a forest trail in the Basque Country.

Based on historical data from the last 10 years

🌧️50% chance of rain — a waterproof jacket is a must.

Mandatory gear required by the organisation

The Reventón Trail organisation requires this gear. Check official rules before race day.

  • frontal — Mandatory for the Ultra and Subida a las Estrellas (night race)(Required for: Ultra Trail, Subida a las Estrellas)
  • cortavientos — Summits exceed 1,900m with frequent wind
  • manta termica
  • silbato
  • telefono — With enough battery to last the entire race
  • vaso — Cup or soft flask mandatory at aid stations

Recommended products

Salomon Speedcross 6

Salomon

Race pick

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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Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z

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
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Hoka Speedgoat 7

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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Specific tips for Reventón Trail

  • Shoes with good grip for volcanic terrain and loose rock
  • Headlamp mandatory for the Ultra Trail and Subida a las Estrellas
  • Windbreaker essential: summits exceed 1,900m
  • Poles allowed and recommended for the Ultra and Maratón

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