A marathon is a goal for many runners and an endurance test that requires serious preparation. The sweet spot for most runners somewhere between a time of two hours and change for elite runners and eight hours for walkers. However at most races, times of less than four hours for men and four-and-a-half hours for women are a good reference for a marathon.

Whatever your goals, good preparation is essential for ensuring an enjoyable experience and also to avoid injury. If there isn’t a kit list for the race or if you’re doing a training run, determine what you might take with you to keep you safe. For many trail runs and races, it is important that you be self-sufficient!

How should you prepare your trail running pack? Stian Angermund-Vik, a trail runner and Salomon elite international athlete, offers some sound advice. In this video, he explains the absolutely essential items you need to carry and other equipment that can be useful on trail running sessions.
While some races specify the equipment you'll need, most leave the decision of what to include in your pack up to you. While going minimal and light on gear is tempting, a key forgotten item can create problems. Knowing what you'll need in advance is vital.

You also need to adapt the contents of your trail running pack according to the length of the race, the weather, or even the remoteness of the terrain. Stian guides you through the essential items for hydration and nutrition, additional clothing, and essential accessories for your running pack.

Whatever the distance, we've got you covered for every trail and surface. From road to trail to gravel, look no further and discover our range below.

Road running shoes are designed for more controlled surfaces like roads, running tracks and treadmills, road runners benefit from lighter shoes with more energy efficiency.

Unlike trail or road running, gravel running is soft, natural, inviting, safe, and even restorative. Also, running can often evoke a competitive spirit, but on gravel, this becomes less of a motivator. The mindset shifts from competition to discovery, exploration, adventure, and fun!
- David Jou, Salomon Ambassador

Trail shoes are recognizable by their deep, aggressive multi-directional lugs that provide additional traction on technical terrain like mud, rocks and loose surfaces. They provide essential traction and safety on ascents and descents.