Ultra Trail Lago d'Orta 2026

Mandatory gear

3 items58km · 3,653m D+4 distances

The Ultra Trail Lago d'Orta 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 — Ultra Trail Lago d'Orta

Item	Notes	Qty	Distances
✓ waterproof jacket Gore Wear R7 GTX Shakedry →(opens in a new tab)	Mandatory: October brings rain and cold on the ridges.	1	All distances
✓ headlamp Petzl Actik Core →(opens in a new tab)	Needed on the long distance if running in low light.	1	All distances
✓ survival blanket Lifesystems Thermal Blanket →(opens in a new tab)	Part of the mandatory gear.	1	All distances

Which vest do you need for Ultra Trail Lago d'Orta?

With 58 km on the longest distance and this mandatory gear list, you need a 10-12 L vest. These are our picks:

Our pick

Salomon ADV Skin 12 SetView on Amazon

Ultimate Direction Ultra Vest 12LView on Amazon

AONIJIE Mochila de Hidratación 10LView 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 — Ultra Trail Lago d'Orta

Recommended products to meet mandatory gear requirements

Gore Wear

Mandatory

Gore 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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Petzl

Mandatory

Petzl Actik Core

Frontal recargable de 600 lúmenes con batería Core incluida. Compatible con pilas AAA. Modo rojo para preservar la visión nocturna. Ideal para ultras con tramos nocturnos.

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Lifesystems

Mandatory

Lifesystems 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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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

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Hoka

Hoka Speedgoat 7

The best-selling trail shoe in the US and an absolute ultra-trail classic. Max Hoka cushioning, a Vibram Megagrip outsole with 5 mm lugs for grip in mud and technical terrain, and a snug Matryx upper. Built to eat up kilometres without punishing your legs in long races.

Strengths

+Max Hoka cushioning: protects your legs over long distances
+Vibram Megagrip outsole with 5 mm lugs: reliable grip in mud and rock
+Snug, lightweight Matryx upper
+The most battle-tested model in ultra trail running worldwide

Watch out for

−High stack: less stable for those who want more ground feel
−Toe box a bit narrow for wide feet

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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

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Salomon

Salomon Active Skin 8

Salomon's entry-level hydration vest: 8-litre capacity, body-hugging Sensifit-style fit and two 500 ml soft flasks included. Simpler than the ADV Skin (fewer pockets, fixed webbing instead of elastic), but with the same non-bouncing pattern. Built for training and mid-distance races without extensive mandatory gear.

Strengths

+Two 500 ml soft flasks included: ready to run out of the box
+Salomon's Sensifit pattern: zero bounce with the right size
+8 litres, plenty for long training runs and mid-distance races
+Much cheaper than the ADV Skin while keeping the brand's fit

Watch out for

−Fewer accessible front pockets than the ADV Skin 12
−Fixed adjustment webbing, not elastic: less tolerance for changing load
−8 litres fall short for ultras with full mandatory gear

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Black Diamond

Black Diamond Distance Carbon Z

Ultralight carbon Z-pole foldable trekking poles. 137 g per pole in 110 cm length, 33 cm folded. EVA grip and adjustable strap. The trail running reference.

Strengths

+High-quality carbon, ultralight (137 g per pole in 110 cm)
+Compact 33 cm folded length: fits any ultra pack
+Lightning-fast Z-pole deployment in a single move
+Non-slip EVA grip even with sweaty hands

Watch out for

−Fixed sizes, not adjustable
−Carbon = more fragile than aluminum in hard falls

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Salomon

Salomon 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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Coros

Coros Pace 3

Trail running GPS watch with track navigation, barometric altimeter and up to 38 h battery life in GPS mode. Lightweight (39 g), accurate and with offline maps. Best value for mountain navigation.

Strengths

+38 h battery life in full GPS mode
+Only 39 g: lightest in its class
+GPX track navigation with off-course alerts
+Accurate barometric altimeter
+Offline maps at no extra cost

Watch out for

−No touchscreen (buttons only)
−No built-in music

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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