Peña Roya Trail 2026
Mandatory gear
The Peña Roya 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 — Peña Roya Trail
| Item | Notes | Qty | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|
✓ Charged mobile phone | Phone with battery and the organization's emergency number | 1 | All distances |
Which vest do you need for Peña Roya Trail?
With 17 km on the longest distance and this mandatory gear list, you need a 5 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
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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Hoka
Hoka Challenger 8
Road-to-trail with Hoka's signature max cushioning and 4 mm lugs: comfortable from the first kilometre and perfect for beginners or long runs on easy, mixed terrain.
Strengths
- +Generous, very comfortable cushioning
- +Versatile: works on asphalt and easy trails
- +Excellent for beginners and long easy runs
Watch out for
- −Low lugs: insufficient in mud and technical rock
- −Limited stability on very uneven terrain
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
Salomon
Salomon ADV Skin 5
The 5-litre version of trail running's most used vest: the same bounce-free SensiFit fit and front pockets as the ADV Skin 12, with two 500 ml soft flasks included. Just enough capacity for 10-30 km races, vertical kilometres and racing where you only carry water, gels and a windbreaker.
Strengths
- +Same SensiFit fit as the ADV Skin 12 in a light format
- +Two 500 ml soft flasks included
- +Front pockets reachable without taking the vest off
Watch out for
- −5 litres aren't enough for ultras with full mandatory gear
- −High price for its capacity
Salomon
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
Buying guides to choose well
Want to know more? Read our complete guide to mandatory gear for ultra trail.
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