ULTRALIGHT RUNNING GEAR Text: Olof Lange / Photo: Emelie Voltaire
If cut-down gear is a plus for hikers, it’s a necessity for those who run long distances through forests and mountain ranges. If you’ve never run with a pack, even a short sprint will quickly show you how extra weight tires you out. But how do you make light gear even lighter? Running garments and gear aren’t overly heavy, but it’s often challenging to pack for overnighters while keeping your pack light enough to run with. It takes experience, careful consideration about what you truly need and which tools work best at the lowest possible weight. Smart
solutions and advanced materials are the last steps for a featherweight pack. Ultralight running magazines might focus on the gear, but the end goal is a lighter step and a focus on your performance and experiences on the trail.
With a base weight of 2870g, you see here a really light kit for overnight stays, ready to be packed in the backpack. Ultra-light tarp and a sleeping system consisting of elephant foot, down jacket and bivouac bag easily fit in a 25 litre backpack for running and easy hiking. Add food, energy supplements, any sleeping clothes and the clothes you wear on your body. Test the borders or erase them completely.
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