My top 10 kit for 200 milers - Lucja Leonard
Having run 7 200+ mile distance races here are my absolute must haves!
Lucja Leonard's expert gear recommendations on Rendezvu
Products in this list
- Turbo Dry Racer Back Bra by Paradis Sport — This sports bra is super soft and comfy. It holds everything in place without ANY chafing! I wore the same bra for the entire 217 miles at Mammoth 200 recently and had zero issues.
- Women's Trail Midweight Crew by Injinji — Injinji all the way! Sometimes I have the mini crew as well. I find by using Injinji I don’t get any toe blisters at all, with any other sock I always get pinky toe blisters so I’m sold!!
- Altra Women's Experience Wild 3 Trail-Running Shoes by Altra — I’ve been using Altra for years and find they are a good balance of comfort, some cushioning and expert grip. No blisters and I stay on my feet. Love them!
- Purple Rain by Kea Peak — Keapeak is a woman owned business in Reno NV. She makes the trendiest visors that always get me great compliments on the trail and of course they are simply the best visors. So comfortable and long lasting.
- Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 Rechargeable Headlamp by Fenix — Have been using this headlamp for years during ultras and the lumens is superb! Lights up the forest super well. Love the rechargeable batteries. On the low setting I can last through the entire night.
- W's Rover Merino Hoodie by Janji — If there’s a cold night during an ultra this merino hoodie keeps me toasty warm, it radiates heat and it is super comfortable too. Put the hood up and I’m roasting!!
- Suunto Vertical 2 Titanium Black by Suunto — This watch never skips a beat, easy to load a gpx file and I never get lost, ever! I trust its precision with my life and have done many times! Battery life is awesome, during a 3-4 day race I only charge it once.
- Maple UnTapped by UnTapped — My go to. I can stomach this at anytime during an ultra and it’s like rocket fuel! I will also use the caffeine one during the nights.
- Lucas' Papaw Ointment - 200g Jar by Lucas' Papaw Remedies — This ointment fixes everything! Before a race I use it to soften my feet and keep them nice and cared for. I use it after a race to repair any peeling skin, calluses etc but it’s not just for my feet, I use this for any hot spots, cuts, abrasions, rashes from any source and also as lip balm. So multi functional and I swear it has magical healing properties.
- INSTAgaiter ® SL by Kahtoola — I actually used the LEVAgaiter for Mammoth 200 which worked really well but I prefer the minimalist style of the INSTAgaiter. Stays out, keeps debris out - what more do you need?!