VMT26-EQUIPMENT-EN – Vodno-Matka Trails

SAFETY

MANDATORY EQUIPMENT

Race number attached to the front of the body, visible at all times.

Mobile phone with charged battery and in working mode (roaming enabled).

Whistle for emergencies.

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT

In case of unfavorable weather forecast, the organizer reserves the right to prescribe additional mandatory equipment necessary for the safety of runners.

HYDRATION PACK

Bottle / flask / hydration pack that holds at least 0.5 L of liquid for between refreshment stations. Bring your own cup for consuming liquids at the stations!

EMERGENCY BLANKET

Aluminum i.e. medical foil (gold-silver) with dimensions 1.4m x 2m.

SHOES

Shoes designed for mountain running with a sole that has deep cuts for safe movement on uneven terrain.

FIRST AID

Self-adhesive elastic bandage, safety pin, band-aid, medical tape, electrolytes, spray for asthmatics.

FOOD

Gels, bars, chocolates, gummy candies, etc. - ideal food consumption is min. 30 grams of carbohydrates for each active hour.

CLOTHING

Clothing according to weather forecast - additional layer in cold or rainy weather, and sun protection in hot weather.

MANDATORY EQUIPMENT for ALL distances:

Race bib (visible on the front of the body)
Personal cup minimum 15cl (plastic-free race!)
Whistle for emergencies
Mobile phone TURNED ON (not on airplane mode!)

*Recommended equipment by distance:**

SPRINT 18K:

Water minimum 500ml (bottle/flask/hydration pack)
Aluminum foil (1.4m x 2.0m)
Self-adhesive bandage
Clothing according to weather forecast
Trail running shoes

CLASSIC 30K:

Water minimum 500ml (bottle/flask/hydration pack)
Aluminum foil (1.4m x 2.0m)
Self-adhesive bandage
Food min. 300 calories
Clothing according to weather forecast
Trail running shoes

ULTRA 50K:

Water minimum 1L (bottle/flask/hydration pack)
Aluminum foil (1.4m x 2.0m)
Self-adhesive bandage
Food min. 600 calories
Headlamp with spare batteries
Clothing according to weather forecast
Trail running shoes

*In case of unfavorable weather forecast, the organizer reserves the right to prescribe mandatory equipment necessary for the safety of runners.