Transvulcania 2026

Mandatory gear

7 items73km · 4,350m D+4 distances

The Transvulcania 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 — Transvulcania

Item	Notes	Qty	Distances
✓ Headlamp Petzl Actik Core →(opens in a new tab)	Mandatory for the Ultra (06:00 start)	1	Ultramaratón
✓ Windproof jacket Salomon Bonatti WP →(opens in a new tab)	Strong wind and cold temperatures are possible at Roque de los Muchachos	1	All distances
✓ Waterproof jacket Gore Wear R7 GTX Shakedry →(opens in a new tab)	—	1	All distances
✓ Emergency blanket Lifesystems Thermal Blanket →(opens in a new tab)	—	1	All distances
✓ Emergency whistle Fox 40 Classic →(opens in a new tab)	—	1	All distances
✓ Charged mobile phone Cinturón de running con porta móvil →(opens in a new tab)	With enough battery to last the entire race	1	All distances
✓ Reusable cup Salomon Soft Flask 250 ml →(opens in a new tab)	Cup or soft flask mandatory at aid stations	1	All distances

Which vest do you need for Transvulcania?

With 73 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 — Transvulcania

Recommended products to meet mandatory gear requirements

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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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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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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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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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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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.

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