Urduñako Mendi Lasterketa 2026
Mandatory gear
The Urduñako Mendi Lasterketa 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 — Urduñako Mendi Lasterketa
| Item | Notes | Qty | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charged, with the organisation's emergency number saved | 1 | All distances | |
✓ Windproof or waterproof jacket | Recommended in November; confirm the mandatory gear in the official rules | 1 | All distances |
✓ Visible bib | Throughout the whole course | 1 | All distances |
Which vest do you need for Urduñako Mendi Lasterketa?
With 33 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
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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Gore Wear
MandatoryGore Wear R7 GTX Shakedry
Chubasquero Gore-Tex Shakedry ultraligero (110 g). Impermeabilidad total sin membrana interior, altamente transpirable. El referente para corredores de montaña.
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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
Inov-8
Inov-8 Mudclaw G 260
A pure mud specialist: 8 mm lugs and a Graphene Grip outsole for extreme traction on soft ground, wet grass and muddy climbs. The choice of fell-running and cross-country racers.
Strengths
- +Extreme grip on mud, grass and soft ground
- +Very durable graphene outsole
- +Light and snug for technical terrain
Watch out for
- −Minimal cushioning, not for asphalt or long runnable distances
- −Aggressive lugs feel uncomfortable on hard-packed tracks
La Sportiva
La Sportiva Bushido III
The quintessential skyrunning shoe, built in Italy for the most demanding terrain. FriXion White outsole with Impact Brake System delivering extraordinary grip on dry and wet rock. Low profile and maximum sensitivity for precise footing on every step. Weight: 285 g. Drop: 6 mm.
Strengths
- +FriXion White outsole with Impact Brake System: exceptional grip on rock
- +Low, sensitive profile: maximum precision on technical terrain
- +Robust, durable Italian construction
- +Lightweight (285 g) for skyrunning and technical mountain
Watch out for
- −Low cushioning: uncomfortable over very long distances
- −Narrow fit, not suited for wide feet
- −Not suitable for beginners or rolling terrain
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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Leki
Leki Ultratrail FX.One Superlite
The lightest version of the Ultratrail FX.One: 100% carbon foldable pole, fixed length, with a short Aerogon grip (no extension) and a Shark mesh strap. Around 130 g per pole, one of the lightest race poles on the market. Built for vertical kilometre races and short mountain races.
Strengths
- +Minimal weight: ~130 g per pole, a benchmark for short and vertical races
- +100% carbon and Leki build quality
- +Lightweight Shark mesh strap with quick release
- +Compact fold for carrying in a small vest
Watch out for
- −Short grip with no extension: worse on rolling terrain than the standard FX.One
- −Fixed length, no adjustment
- −Pricey given how little versatility it offers outside racing
Berghaus
Berghaus Paclite 2.0 GTX
Waterproof jacket with a Gore-Tex Paclite membrane (around 330 g). Fully waterproof with taped seams, fixed adjustable hood, storm flap behind the zip and cuff adjustment. Packs down small in a vest. Heavier than a pure running hardshell, but it meets the waterproof-breathable membrane requirement in race rules and is the affordable route into Gore-Tex.
Strengths
- +Gore-Tex Paclite membrane: full, durable waterproofing
- +Taped seams and adjustable hood: valid for mandatory kit
- +The cheapest way into real Gore-Tex
Watch out for
- −Around 330 g: three times the weight of a running-specific shell
- −Hiking cut, less trim for running
Salomon
Salomon Cross Warm Glove
Guantes térmicos de running con palma antideslizante y puntas táctiles. Ligeros, cálidos y compatibles con bastones.
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