Expert Gear Picks from Chad Higgins (See Chad Run)

Expert trail running (and some road running) gear recommendations from Chad Higgins (See Chad Run), Ultra Trail Runner, based in Colorado.

Chad Higgins (See Chad Run)'s Above the Clouds Ultra 50k Gear (2026)

Gear used in the Above the Clouds Ultra 50k trail race.

Chad Higgins (See Chad Run) recommends the The North Face The North Face Summit Series VECTIV Sky 2 Trail-Running Shoes White 7 Mens/8.5 Womens
Chad Higgins (See Chad Run) recommends the The North Face Men’s Summit Series Pacesetter 5'' Shorts—Print
Chad Higgins (See Chad Run) recommends the The North Face Men’s Summit Series High Trail Short-Sleeve
Chad Higgins (See Chad Run) recommends the Brand: BEIERSDORF JOBST/WOUND HydraPak SkyFlask 500ml handheld
Chad Higgins (See Chad Run) recommends the The Feed Tailwind Endurance Fuel

Chad Higgins (See Chad Run)'s Some of my favorites

Gear that I love using.

Chad Higgins (See Chad Run) recommends the Salomon Salomon S/Lab Pulsar 4 Unisex Fiery Red/Vanilla Ice/Andorra
Chad Higgins (See Chad Run) recommends the Hoka Tecton X 3
Chad Higgins (See Chad Run) recommends the Ciele Athletics GOCap - Comp - Century
Chad Higgins (See Chad Run) recommends the Salomon Salomon Adv Skin 12 Hydration Vest
Chad Higgins (See Chad Run) recommends the Salomon ADV SKIN 5

Chad Higgins (See Chad Run)'s Copper Kings 100 Gear (2026)

My gear for the Copper Kings 100 ultra trail race, June 2026.

Chad Higgins (See Chad Run) recommends the Hoka Tecton X 3
Chad Higgins (See Chad Run) recommends the Hoka SkyRun Polo Hiking Shoes
Chad Higgins (See Chad Run) recommends the Hoka Hoka Trail Run Vest 10L
Chad Higgins (See Chad Run) recommends the Hoka Trail Run Hat Hiking Shoes
Chad Higgins (See Chad Run) recommends the Hoka Quarter Run Sock 3-Pack

Chad Higgins (See Chad Run)'s Quad Rock 50 Gear (2026)

My gear for the Quad Rock 50 mile trail race, May 2026.

Chad Higgins (See Chad Run) recommends the Arc'teryx Norvan 7 Vest Men's
Chad Higgins (See Chad Run) recommends the Arc'teryx Sylan 2 Shoe
Chad Higgins (See Chad Run) recommends the Arc'teryx Norvan Downword Logo Shirt SS Men's
Chad Higgins (See Chad Run) recommends the Arc'teryx Norvan Short 5" Men's
Chad Higgins (See Chad Run) recommends the Arc'teryx Aerios 5 Panel Cap

Chad Higgins (See Chad Run)

Be consistent, express gratitude, and enjoy every mile!

Chad Higgins (See Chad Run)

Ultra Trail Runner

Chad Higgins (See Chad Run)

Be consistent, express gratitude, and enjoy every mile!

Chad Higgins (See Chad Run)

Ultra Trail Runner

About Chad

Known as See Chad Run on YouTube, I love to share my running enjoyment and experiences. On the YouTube channel, you'll find the most honest, experience based shoe and gear reviews, RUNventures and trail racing videos. https://www.youtube.com/seechadrun

DETAILS

DisciplineTrail Running (and some road running)

SpecialityUltra running, trail running, pretending I'm good at running, more walking than I'd like to admit, etc.

LocationColorado

Joined RendezvuJun 2026

HIGHLIGHTS

Sometimes I eat Taco Bell or pizza during my run.

About Chad

Known as See Chad Run on YouTube, I love to share my running enjoyment and experiences. On the YouTube channel, you'll find the most honest, experience based shoe and gear reviews, RUNventures and trail racing videos. https://www.youtube.com/seechadrun

DETAILS

DisciplineTrail Running (and some road running)

SpecialityUltra running, trail running, pretending I'm good at running, more walking than I'd like to admit, etc.

LocationColorado

Joined RendezvuJun 2026

HIGHLIGHTS

Sometimes I eat Taco Bell or pizza during my run.