Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race 2026

Mandatory gear

6 items26km · 1,500m D+1 distances

The Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race 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.

The emergency kit for Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race: 3 pieces and done

These 3 pieces cover the race safety gear. Together they cost €140.37 and take a minute to buy; the rest of the list is explained below.

LifesystemsLifesystems Thermal Blanket8,99 €View on Amazon

Fox 40Fox 40 Classic11,88 €View on Amazon

Gore WearGore Wear R7 GTX Shakedry119,50 €View on Amazon

Prices may vary. Check the store for the current price.

Mandatory gear — Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race

Item	Notes	Qty	Distances
✓ mountain running shoes	—	1	All distances
✓ Windproof jacket Gore Wear R7 GTX Shakedry View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)	—	1	All distances
✓ Emergency blanket Lifesystems Thermal Blanket View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)	—	1	All distances
✓ Emergency whistle Fox 40 Classic View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)	—	1	All distances
✓ Water reserve Salomon Soft Flask 250 ml View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)	—	1	All distances
✓ Charged mobile phone Running Waist Pack with Phone Pocket View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)	—	1	All distances

Which vest do you need for Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race?

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 Hydration Pack 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 — Garganta de los Infiernos Mountain Race

Recommended products to meet mandatory gear requirements

Gore Wear

Mandatory

Gore Wear R7 GTX Shakedry

Ultralight Gore-Tex Shakedry waterproof jacket (110 g). Full waterproofing without an inner membrane, highly breathable. The benchmark for mountain runners.

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Lifesystems

Mandatory

Lifesystems Thermal Blanket

Reflective emergency thermal blanket. Retains 90% of body heat. Ultralight (60 g) and compact, it fits in any trail pack.

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Fox 40

Mandatory

Fox 40 Classic

Emergency whistle with no internal part; works when wet and muddy. 115 dB sound audible from far away. The standard in mountain races.

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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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Generic

Mandatory

Running Waist Pack with Phone Pocket

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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