This is a mandatory kit list which should be used as a guide if you are taking part in a Trail Race at Love Trails Festival. It is the sole responsibility of the participant to wear or carry the items with them at all times from start to finish. Whilst we will not be doing kit checks at race registration, the event team reserves the right to ask participants to withdraw from the event if they are not carrying the correct kit, taking into account the weather at the time of the race.
Please note this is the minimum kit list and participants are encouraged to pack additional warm clothing & spare nutrition, if the weather demands so. The kit list is in place for your safety. Runners should always be sufficient in the event of injury, and in the scenario you should need to walk to the nearest aid station or start/finish locations. If you plan on moving at a slower pace, or walking the routes, you may need additional clothing to keep warm for the time you will be out for.
Mandatory Kit List (5km, 10km, 27km)
- Trail running shoes – must have suitable tread. (Road running shoes or sports trainers are not allowed to be worn)
- Suitable running race Vest, Race Pack/ Backpack*
- Waterproof jacket with taped seams*
- Mobile Phone (fully charged)*
- A water reservoir/bottle/flask (we'd suggest a minimum capacity of around 1 litre)
- A reusable cup/mug* (only necessary for the 10km & 27km if you wish to drink at the aid stations - There will be no cups offered at the aid stations)
- First aid kit with a minimum of - wound bandage, 4 x adhesive plasters, 4 x safety pins, antiseptic wipes/cream, and any personal medication you require*
- Nutrition/Food for the duration of the race*
*these items are not mandatory for the 5km but we would recommend taking them anyway
Mandatory Kit List (Ultra-marathon & Multi-day Day 1)
Additional items required for longer distances:
- Waterproof trousers with taped seams
- Spare Long Sleeved Base Layer Top
- First aid kit with a minimum of - wound bandage, 4 x adhesive plasters, 4 x safety pins, antiseptic wipes/cream, and any personal medication you require.
- Whistle
Recommended items for all trail races
- Waterproof jacket with taped seams
- Waterproof trousers with taped seams
- Spare Long Sleeved Base Layer Top
- First aid kit with a minimum of - wound bandage, 4 x adhesive plasters, 4 x safety pins, antiseptic wipes/cream, and any personal medication you require.
- Hat or buff
- Gloves
- Whistle
The event team will reserve the right to ask for additional warm clothing to be worn or carried if the weather conditions demand so, and this kit list will be amended depending on the weather forecast at the time.