Quiroga Trail Challenge 2027
Mandatory gear
The Quiroga Trail Challenge 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 — Quiroga Trail Challenge
| Item | Notes | Qty | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Windproof jacket | Membrane jacket recommended; organisers may require a cold or rain kit depending on the forecast | 1 | All distances |
| No cups at aid stations: carry a water reservoir | 1 | All distances | |
✓ Emergency blanket | — | 1 | All distances |
✓ Charged mobile phone | — | 1 | All distances |
✓ | — | 1 | All distances |
| — | 1 | All distances |
Which vest do you need for Quiroga Trail Challenge?
With 50 km on the longest distance and this mandatory gear list, you need a 8-10 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 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
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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Generic
MandatoryCinturón 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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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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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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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
Salomon
Salomon Speedcross 6 GTX
The Speedcross 6 with a GORE-TEX membrane: the same aggressive 5 mm lugs for mud and soft ground, now waterproof for winter, rain and snow.
Strengths
- +5 mm lugs: benchmark grip in mud
- +GORE-TEX membrane for cold, rain and snow
- +Quicklace system is quick to adjust with gloves on
Watch out for
- −Narrow fit
- −Less stable on hard rock and tarmac
Leki
Leki 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 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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Salomon
Salomon Trail Gaiters Low
Low trail running gaiters covering the ankle with an easy velcro closure. Lightweight mesh protection against debris, gravel and knocks for fast races where full high-gaiter coverage isn't needed.
Strengths
- +Quick, simple velcro closure to put on and take off
- +Lightweight: ideal for fast races without giving up protection
- +Breathable mesh that doesn't trap heat
Watch out for
- −Coverage only up to the ankle, not enough for mud or deep snow
- −Less abrasion resistant than a high gaiter
Buying guides to choose well
Want to know more? Read our complete guide to mandatory gear for ultra trail.
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