Imperial Tarraco Trail 2026

Mandatory gear

1 items26km · 600m D+3 distances

The Imperial Tarraco Trail 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 — Imperial Tarraco Trail

Item	Notes	Qty	Distances
✓ Reusable cup Salomon Soft Flask 250 ml →(se abre en una pestaña nueva)	Mandatory: no cups at aid stations (sustainable race)	1	All distances

Which vest do you need for Imperial Tarraco Trail?

With 26 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

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💡Tip: check your gear several days before the race. Never use anything new on race day.

Check the official rules — Imperial Tarraco Trail

Recommended products to meet mandatory gear requirements

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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Saucony

Saucony Peregrine 16

The all-round trail shoe par excellence, with excellent reviews across every type of runner. PWRTRAC outsole with 5 mm lugs for grip on mixed and technical terrain, balanced PWRRUN cushioning, and rock-plate protection depending on the version. The perfect middle ground between responsiveness and protection.

Strengths

+Extremely versatile: suits almost any terrain and distance
+PWRTRAC outsole with 5 mm lugs: reliable grip on technical ground and mud
+Balanced cushioning, neither too soft nor too firm
+Excellent reviews from the trail community across all runner types

Watch out for

−Not a specialist in anything specific: if you want an extreme (barefoot or maximalist) look elsewhere
−Average outsole durability on very abrasive rock

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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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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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Buff

Buff Venture Gorra 5 Panel

Lightweight 5-panel cap with UPF 50+ protection, breathable fabric and comfortable fit. Ideal for summer trail running races where weight and ventilation are a priority.

Strengths