Travesera Picos de Europa 2026
Mandatory gear
The Travesera Picos de Europa 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 — Travesera Picos de Europa
| Item | Notes | Qty | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Windproof jacket | — | 1 | All distances |
✓ | — | 1 | All distances |
| — | 1 | All distances | |
✓ Hat or buff | — | 1 | All distances |
| With spare batteries | 1 | All distances | |
✓ Emergency whistle | — | 1 | All distances |
✓ Emergency blanket | — | 1 | All distances |
✓ Trekking poles | Mandatory for the major climbs | 1 | All distances |
Which vest do you need for Travesera Picos de Europa?
With 72 km on the longest distance and this mandatory gear list, you need a 10-12 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
Salomon
MandatorySalomon 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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Salomon
MandatorySalomon Cross Run Tight
Mallas largas de trail con tejido elástico y transpirable. Cintura ajustable, bolsillo trasero con cremallera. Protección contra el frío y la vegetación.
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Salomon
MandatorySalomon Cross Warm Glove
Guantes térmicos de running con palma antideslizante y puntas táctiles. Ligeros, cálidos y compatibles con bastones.
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Buff
MandatoryBuff Thermonet
Buff tubular térmico con tecnología Primaloft. Retiene el calor corporal, ultraligero y polivalente: gorro, braga, cinta. Ideal para alta montaña.
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Petzl
MandatoryPetzl 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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Fox 40
MandatoryFox 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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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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Leki
MandatoryLeki 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 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
Buying guides to choose well
Want to know more? Read our complete guide to mandatory gear for ultra trail.
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