Trail Picos de la Demanda 2026

Mandatory gear

5 items35km · 2,300m D+4 distances

The Trail Picos de la Demanda 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 Trail Picos de la Demanda: 3 pieces and done

These 3 pieces cover the race safety gear. Together they cost €194.07 and take a minute to buy; the rest of the list is explained below.

SalomonSalomon Bonatti WP109,97 €View on Amazon

PetzlPetzl Actik Core75,11 €View on Amazon

LifesystemsLifesystems Thermal Blanket8,99 €View on Amazon

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

Mandatory gear — Trail Picos de la Demanda

Item	Notes	Qty	Distances
✓ Windproof jacket Salomon Bonatti WP View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)	Mandatory for the 35K due to San Lorenzo altitude	1	All distances
✓ Charged mobile phone Running Waist Pack with Phone Pocket View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)	Fully charged with emergency number saved	1	All distances
✓ Reusable cup Salomon Soft Flask 250 ml View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)	For aid stations	1	All distances
✓ Water reserve MARLOAR Soft Flask 500 ml (Pack of 2) View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)	Mandatory for the 35K	1	All distances
✓ Headlamp Petzl Actik Core View on Amazon →(opens in a new tab)	Mandatory for the Night Race and recommended for the 35K	1	All distances

Which vest do you need for Trail Picos de la Demanda?

With 35 km on the longest distance and this mandatory gear list, you need a 8-10 L vest. These are our picks:

Our pick

Salomon Active Skin 8View on Amazon

AONIJIE Hydration Pack 10LView on Amazon

Nathan VaporAiress 2.0 7L (Women's)View 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 — Trail Picos de la Demanda

Recommended products to meet mandatory gear requirements

Salomon

Mandatory

Salomon Bonatti WP

Ultralight waterproof windproof jacket (135 g). Taped seams, adjustable hood and back ventilation. Packs into its own pocket.

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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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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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MARLOAR

Mandatory

MARLOAR Soft Flask 500 ml (Pack of 2)

Two-pack of 500 ml BPA-free silicone soft flasks for running, trail, cycling and hiking. Wide mouth for fast refills, they collapse as you drink, and the per-bottle price is a fraction of the branded ones, so you can rotate and replace them without a second thought.

Strengths

+Two units for the price of one branded flask
+500 ml: cover a long run without refilling as often
+BPA-free silicone, dishwasher safe

Watch out for

−Silicone is heavier and tastes slightly more than branded TPU flasks
−Lower valve flow: a bit harder to drink on a climb

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Petzl

Mandatory

Petzl Actik Core

Rechargeable 600-lumen headlamp with the Core battery included. Compatible with AAA batteries. Red mode to preserve night vision. Ideal for ultras with night sections.

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