for adventure racers and ultra-runners.It's weatherproof because… a Gore-Tex XCR stretch "bootie" provides a snug, waterproof fit – even heavy rain and reasonably deep puddles can't penetrate. If you run through a deep stream, though, you'll have to take
than an ultra-light weight racer. It's a surprisingly plush shoe with a soft ride and good levels of stability due to a broad base of support – especially in the forefoot – and a stiff plastic midfoot shank. As it's built on a wide last, the upper
' motion control shoe, with a full polyurethane midsole. It was super-supportive, ultra-durable and mega-heavy. The latest Calibrate has dispensed with the PU, apart from a slim plug in the heel, and that makes it a different, but still excellent, shoe
. (Men's + Women's) Contact www.newline.dk; 01732 846 616Patagonia Ultra – £35Super-baggy, light, unlined trail shorts with loads of storage space. Two big pockets at the front are complemented by even bigger rear pockets and a smaller one on the side
, but it has more cushioning than most in this category.Swap and Save If you usually race in Reebok Premier Ultra swap to the Premier Lite and your marathon time could drop by up to 1 minute.Saucony Grid Swerve – £70Weight 290g With a big medial post and broad
is the insole for you - exceptional cushioning.Contact www.sofsole.com Sole Custom Footbeds Ultra-Cushioning - £35As with the Montrail insoles, the Sole footbeds can be heated for an improved fit. Unlike the Montrails there isn’t a plastic insert under the heel
that Joe put together for me was bang on,” he says. “On the day of the race everything went perfectly. From the gun to the line I ran 3:13:45. I’m positive that it wouldn’t have gone as well without Joe’s advice.”The Partner - Rob WattsRunner for 11 years
marathon your recovery period can be up to a month.Rob SpeddingTHE SHIRT Himalayan 100 Mile Stage Race, 2004Finishing this event gave me one of the biggest buzzes I've ever received from running. Sure, the Himalayan 100 is a fantastic event – magnificent
Boosting your energy on the run has never been easier. With countless gels, drinks, chewy sweets and even an energy soup on the market, you'll have no trouble finding something to keep you fuelled to the end of even the longest ultra. For many of us
