Expert Gear Picks from Leah @Nomad.ishhh

    Expert outdoor adventures, outdoor fitness gear recommendations from Leah @Nomad.ishhh, Nomadic Ultrarunner, based in Colorado, USA.

    Leah @Nomad.ishhh's Tunnel Hill 100K

    Everything I am bringing to Tunnel Hill 100K from gear to fuel.

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the rabbit Ice Perf Tee SS — super breathable and comfy!

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Janji Janji W's 5" Pace Short — I've heard a lot about these shorts and had to try for myself. Finally a pair of shorts that don't ride up! They have little beads that hold the shorts in place. Took them on a test hike of 4000ft gain and no movement at all! I'm going to need these in more colors.

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Janji Janji W's Sunchaser 50 Hooded Long Sleeve — This was the Cocodona race merch and I am obsessed! SPF 50+, lightweight and breathable makes this long sleeve perfect.

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Calia CALIA Inspire Medium Support Bra

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Under Armour ColdGear® Women's Mock Neck Long Sleeve — this is my go to cold weather gear. For daytime races I usually can get away with just wearing this with a t-shirt over it to keep my layers minimal. Night running I will add additional layers.

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Ultimate Direction Women's Ultra Jacket (Prior Year) — I am using the maroon one labeled XS only. This one comes in all sizes

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Janji Janji W's Zephyrunner Wind Shell — lightweight wind jacket with lots of vents making it great for trail running or mountain adventures

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Janji Janji Hatchback Mesh Cap — I'm slowly converting to a hat girl. With hats like this I don't feel overheated at all, its light and stylish :)

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Janji Janji W's Thermalrunner Insulated Jacket — Building out my winter running kit and this jacket feels amazing! Lightweight and keeps you warm. Janji gear is hard to beat and made for runners! A brand I can trust over and over again.

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Janji Janji W's Aurora Fleece Tight — New winter kit by the trusted Janji! Running does stop when it gets cold. These tights are perfect for those freezing temps!

    Leah @Nomad.ishhh's Women's Clothing

    Leah @Nomad.ishhh's Janji Favorites

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Janji Janji W's Sunchaser 50 Hooded Long Sleeve — This was the Cocodona race merch and I am obsessed! SPF 50+, lightweight and breathable makes this long sleeve perfect.

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Janji Janji W's 5" Pace Short — I've heard a lot about these shorts and had to try for myself. Finally a pair of shorts that don't ride up! They have little beads that hold the shorts in place. Took them on a test hike of 4000ft gain and no movement at all! I'm going to need these in more colors.

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Janji Janji Hatchback Mesh Cap — I'm slowly converting to a hat girl. With hats like this I don't feel overheated at all, its light and stylish :)

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Janji Janji W's Zephyrunner Wind Shell — lightweight wind jacket with lots of vents making it great for trail running or mountain adventures

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Janji Janji W's Thermalrunner Insulated Jacket — Building out my winter running kit and this jacket feels amazing! Lightweight and keeps you warm. Janji gear is hard to beat and made for runners! A brand I can trust over and over again.

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Janji Janji W's 7/8 Trail Tight — Building out my winter kit, Janji is a brand I can trust again and again. These tights are great for 25-45° weather.

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Janji Janji W's Aurora Fleece Tight — New winter kit by the trusted Janji! Running does stop when it gets cold. These tights are perfect for those freezing temps!

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Janji W's TTech Pant

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Janji W's Run All Day Long Sleeve

    Leah @Nomad.ishhh's Women's Shoes

    Leah @Nomad.ishhh's Socks

    Leah @Nomad.ishhh's Headwear

    Leah @Nomad.ishhh's Hiking/Trail Running

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Garmin Garmin fenix 8 AMOLED Sapphire — Love this as someone with small wrists. This comes in one of Garmin's smallest sizes with tons of features and battery life.

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Leki ULTRATRAIL FX.ONE TRAIL RUNNING POLES — My go to trail running poles! The carbon makes them super lite, easy to collapse, and cute colors!

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Salomon Salomon Adv Skin 12 Hydration Vest — I use this for most hikes as well as trail races. It fits great on all frame types, many pockets, no chafing, my favorite! I'm 5'2" and XS fits great!

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Salomon ADV SKIN 5 — Slightly less back storage capacity than the 12, but perfect for those mid mile runs/hikes. I'm 5'2" and XS fits great!

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Bodyglide Anti-Chafe Formula Skin Protectant — I've been using this for over 10 years, my entire running career and love it! I use this on my body on those hot spot areas!

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Squirrels Nut Butter Anti-Chafe & Skin Repair Tins, Original — Using on my toes before toe socks for anything over 10 miles

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Garmin Garmin inReach Mini 2 — Click “buy at REI” to see the sale price! 🫶🏼 The inReach is a must have! I do not hike without this. Your safety lifeline when going on hikes/trail runs

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Endorphin Belt Endorphin Running Belt — I’ve been using this more and more from a quick couple miles to 13+. Absolutely zero bounce secure fit and holds way more than you think. Wouldn’t wear another belt after trying this one!

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Shokz Shokz OpenRun Mini Headphones Black — MINI version for small headed people like me. These open ear headphones are amazing when on the trails. I like to hear my feet hit the ground and everything around me. These headphones allow me to listen to my favorite podcast while being aware of my surroundings.

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Shokz Shokz OpenRun Headphones Black — same great headphone, but for regular heads. If you have a smaller head like me, check out the MINI version

    Leah @Nomad.ishhh's Packs & Bags

    Leah @Nomad.ishhh's Camping Gear

    Leah @Nomad.ishhh's Race Nutrition

    Leah @Nomad.ishhh's Snacks

    Leah @Nomad.ishhh's Trail Race Kit

    This is a collection of my race day gear I wear for all of my Marathons/Ultras!

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Janji Janji W's Sunchaser 50 Hooded Long Sleeve — This was the Cocodona race merch and I am obsessed! SPF 50+, lightweight and breathable makes this long sleeve perfect.

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the rabbit Ice Perf Tee SS — super breathable and comfy!

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Janji Janji W's 5" Pace Short — I've heard a lot about these shorts and had to try for myself. Finally a pair of shorts that don't ride up! They have little beads that hold the shorts in place. Took them on a test hike of 4000ft gain and no movement at all! I'm going to need these in more colors.

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Mount to Coast Mount to Coast H1 — Great road to trail, have even taken on some technical trails and the ride is so smooth. I also was caught in a rain storm running through 2" of water and these drained and dried so quick!

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Injinji Trail Midweight Mini-Crew Socks Women — Currently what I am wearing for all ultra races and training paired with squirrel's nut butter

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Janji Janji Hatchback Mesh Cap — I'm slowly converting to a hat girl. With hats like this I don't feel overheated at all, its light and stylish :)

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Nike Nike Women's Swoosh Medium Support Bra — I've been wearing some variation of this for 20 years. When I'm reaching for a sports bra it's this one first!

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Garmin Garmin fenix 8 AMOLED Sapphire — Love this as someone with small wrists. This comes in one of Garmin's smallest sizes with tons of features and battery life.

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Leki ULTRATRAIL FX.ONE TRAIL RUNNING POLES — My go to trail running poles! The carbon makes them super lite, easy to collapse, and cute colors!

    • Leah @Nomad.ishhh recommends the Salomon Salomon Adv Skin 12 Hydration Vest — I use this for most hikes as well as trail races. It fits great on all frame types, many pockets, no chafing, my favorite! I'm 5'2" and XS fits great!

    Leah @Nomad.ishhh's Men's Shoes

    Leah @Nomad.ishhh's My Rabbit Favorites

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    About Leah

    I'm Leah, @nomad.ishhh! I'm a solo traveler, trail runner, and outdoor explorer. I currently am based in Colorado, but spent the last three years living out of my Bronco Sport & Airbnbs. Sharing a collection of my go-to outdoor gear I've tried, tested, and LOVE! Doing the hard work of researching and testing products so you don't have to! *I do receive a small commission with any purchase*

    Details

    DisciplineOutdoor Adventures, Outdoor Fitness
    SpecialityTrail Running, Hiking, Car Camping, Trail Races, Photography, National Parks
    LocationColorado, USA
    JoinedApr 2026

    Highlights

    01National Parks 62/63
    0250 Miler x 1 - 40 Miler x1 - 50k x 3 - Marathon x5 - Half Marathon x 13
    UltrAspire TRAVERSE 20L
    UltrAspire · $225UltrAspire TRAVERSE 20L
    Janji Hatchback Mesh Cap
    Janji · $30Janji Hatchback Mesh Cap
    Leah“I'm slowly converting to a hat girl. With hats like this I don't feel overheated at all, its light and stylish :)”
    Janji W's Aurora Fleece Tight
    Janji · $179Janji W's Aurora Fleece Tight
    Leah“New winter kit by the trusted Janji! Running does stop when it gets cold. These tights are perfect for those freezing temps!”
    Trail Midweight Mini-Crew Socks Women
    Injinji · $17Trail Midweight Mini-Crew Socks Women
    Leah“Currently what I am wearing for all ultra races and training paired with squirrel's nut butter”
    Crew Drop One
    SILO · $100Crew Drop One
    Leah“Seriously how did I stay organized before the Crew Drop One! Holds so much and makes aid stations a breeze!”
    Roll Drop Organizer
    SILO · $50Roll Drop Organizer
    Dry Drop 10L Dry Bag
    SILO · $20Dry Drop 10L Dry Bag
    PlayOn Pain Relief Spray
    PlayOn · $30PlayOn Pain Relief Spray
    Altra Women's Experience Wild 3 Trail-Running Shoes
    Altra · $165Altra Women's Experience Wild 3 Trail-Running Shoes
    Leah“If you love Altra, but not a zero drop this is the 4mm option! Really enjoyed the fit and ride of this one!”
    Injinji Trail Midweight Mini-Crew Socks
    Injinji · $17Injinji Trail Midweight Mini-Crew Socks
    Leah“I use these on their own for hikes or runs!”
    Petzl Women's Borea Climbing Helmet
    Petzl · $75Petzl Women's Borea Climbing Helmet
    Altra Trail Gaiters
    Altra · $25Altra Trail Gaiters
    Leah“I use these on dusty, rocky, sandy trails to help keep everything out of my shoes!”