THIS PAGE IS STILL BEING DEVELOPED
Without a written list I never remember to pack everything I need for a race or an event. I am in the process of creating a checklist that I will refer back to when I am packing. Some of the items I have listed I will only need for events of certain types, distances, or in certain whether conditions, but I find it better to have a list that contains more than I need, and not pack things I don’t need, than to get to a race and find that I forgot something.
So, on this page I have listed the equipment and products that I have use during my race-walking.
Some of the items have links to purchase them on Amazon. If you do need to purchase any of these items I would really appreciate it if you clicked on the images below as, in some cases, I earn a small commission from Amazon when anyone clicks on my link and purchases, and it doesn’t cost you any extra. Thanks.
And so here is my list:
GPS watch and USB charger:
Garmin Fenix 5 I only wear my Garmin when training/racing. The Fenix has a 20+ hour battery life. Longer if you use Ultra Trac mode, which I don’t has I prefer to get 1km split times to keep track of my pace. |
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Portable USB Charger When doing really long races I need to charge my Garmin, phone, etc, while on the move. I have a number of these portable USB chargers that I use. For a multi-day race I will have one in my bag for each checkpoint so that I am always carrying a fully charged charger when I need it. Also, this model enables me to charge both my phone and watch at the same time. |
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Clothing:
Ultimate Direction Jacket A few years ago I was sponsored by Ultimate Direction and they gave me this lightweight running jacket which I still wear. It is available on Amazon for about £100. |
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Gore-tex Jacket A heavier jacket that I wear in very heavy rain . Amazon have these from £125 |
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Injinji Toe Socks Cost on Amazon ranges from £6.00 to £20.00 depending on size, style, etc. I discussed the use of these in my 2015 Roubaix 28 hour race report |
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Sealskinz waterproof socks I’ve tried a few different pairs of waterproof socks and find that the best ones are mid-calf length (but that may be personal preference). My preference is Sealskinz brand which are available of Amazon for £25 to £45. In trail races I will wear these at night if the grass is likely to be damp, and obviously I wear them when it is raining. |
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Injury prevention/First Aid:
2Toms Anti-Blister Powder Cost on Amazon – about £13.00 See my product review here |
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When I walked around the M25 I started with a knee injury. I used Kinesiology Tape to reduce the discomfort – and it worked! You can buy the tape on Amazon. And this video shows how to apply the tape. |
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Other:
I used to be a runner, and in 2013 I published ‘You Know You Are A Runner’ which is for sale on Amazon. Makes a great gift for yourself or a friend. |
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