The mountain is yours
The calendar of Trail smoke. Once all the restrictions of the pandemic have been overcome, event organizers have stepped up and rare is the weekend in which we cannot put on a bib and run through the mountains. Ultrapirineu, Transgrancanaia, Tena Valley Trail, Zegama Aizkorri, Penyagolosa Trails, Almedijar Trail…the Trail reigns again in the winter and traffic on forest tracks and GR's (trails) is increasing.
En 365Rider We have everything you need to fly through the mountains and we are going to give you some tips so that you are encouraged to start in the Trail. Here is our basic guide to essential material for jogging in the mountains with all the guarantees
The fundamental material
Running through the mountains is amazing, but we have to be careful. We are in a changing environment and we must be prepared. Looking at the statistics, the Lack of suitable material is one of the main causes of problems in the mountains, along with poor physical fitness and ignorance and lack of experience in the environment.
Basic equipment for mountain running and trail running
Footwear
All the slippers de trail running They are fundamental. Going to try the mountains with my asphalt shoes, no matter how good the cushioning they have, is not a good idea. It can be expensive.
At 365Rider we have an extensive catalog of Trail shoes with the most cutting-edge brands and we have the best advice for each case. When we talk about Trail shoes We not only press issues related to times or styles; We mainly talk about security. This is a basic element that we have to get right.
Mud, stones, dry land, water, humidity... this is the mountain and in 365Rider we have the perfect shoe for each terrain or distance.
If you bet on shorter distances like the sprintrail or mountain half marathon models like the Brooks Catamount o La Sportiva Jackal they are made for you.
On the other hand, if you want to press on a mountain marathon models like the classic ones Asics blunderbuss, the famous Brooks Cascadia , which we have already analyzed their amazing potential in our magazine: Brooks Cascadia 16: The Return of the King, or the revolutionaries Hoka Speedgoat They knock on your door.
For those who already have a callus and want to improve themselves with Ultra distance and are looking for extra resistance and cushioning for longer runs, we have three star models: Other Olympus, la Sportiva Akasha y Hoka Mafatte.
Technical clothing for mountain running
There are those who believe that trail clothing is the same as urban running clothing. Errör. In some things they don't differ much, but there are pieces that are basic and that differ. The clothing of both modalities agrees that they allow us to run comfortably, but in the mountains there are external factors that force us, especially in long events, to take different care of our way of dressing.
La clothing in the mountain It is intended to maintain our thermal balance, which is 36 ºC. In cold situations the body loses temperature quickly, so we must dress warmly. However, in situations of intense activity, it is not difficult for this protection against the cold to make us sweat and overheat us. You have to look for thermal balance and this is where the compression clothing plays a key role.
In addition to promoting temperature maintenance, compressive clothing during exercise facilitates venous return and prevents injuries by supporting the muscles. They are basically seamless garments that are very adaptive and extremely comfortable.
Lower train
They offer compression to the calves, one of the muscles that work the most during running. The Spanish firm Lurbel With extensive experience in the mountains, it offers us models such as the mesh Spirit Evo 2 Trail or the Lurbel Spirit They are two great options. Another option for shorts lovers are the Compressport Racing Split
On many occasions, Trail tights or shorts are complemented with compression pads for the calves such as the Race & Recovery R2 Compressport that give us this extra fixation in a capital muscle in the race.
Superior train
They are less used than the lower parts, since there are those who feel more oppressed with them. They can be short sleeved or long sleeved. Options like the Salomon Agile T-shirt o la Brooks Atmosphere They are going to give us that extra breathability and thermal fit that is so in demand.
A good option to complement the upper body are vests. Salomon o Compressport They have a wide, high-quality assortment for cold or rainy days.
Basic accessories for the Trail
All the hydration backpacks for trail running They are an essential accessory for all those who run in the mountains. They are the ideal complement to safeguard security elements such asl mobile phone, hydration or VITAL nutrition when we go out into the mountains to run.
We find lighter vests like the Salomon Sense Pro 5 o Race Vest 3.0 by Ultimate Direction perfect for shorter distances that require less time in the mountains.
For longer mountain journeys that require the transport of items such as raincoats or thermal clothing, it is essential to use Trail backpacks, which are obviously heavier, but allow for greater carrying capacity. He Ultimate Direction Mountain 5.0 Hydration Vest or Salomon Sense Pro 10 Vest They are two great allies to face the most demanding ultras.
Remember, always equip yourself according to your needs and don't let anything stop you!THE MOUNTAIN IS YOURS!
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