Endure Weekly
Updated May 2026 Gear

Gear we'd carry to mile eighty.

Hands-on reviews and "best of 2026" guides for ultrarunners — vests, headlamps, poles, watches, and the small things that make or break a long day. Backcountry & Amazon links; we earn a small commission. Never paid placements.

  1. № 01

    Best Running Vests for Ultras 2026

    Five vests scored on chafe, fit, and capacity by people who've worn them to mile eighty. Salomon, UltrAspire, BD, Nathan, Osprey.

    5 picks · $130–$200 · Updated May 2026
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    Best Headlamps for Ultrarunning 2026

    The lamps that survive 14 hours of dark. Petzl, Black Diamond, Knuckle Lights — burn time and beam pattern matter more than lumen count.

    5 picks · $70–$230 · Updated May 2026
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  3. № 03

    Best Trekking Poles for Ultras 2026

    Five poles for the climbs that matter — UTMB, Hardrock, Western. Carbon vs aluminum, strap design, the front-carry rule.

    5 picks · $130–$270 · Updated May 2026
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  4. № 04

    Best Ultra Watches 2026 Coming soon

    Garmin Fenix 8, COROS Apex 2 Pro, Suunto Vertical, Apple Watch Ultra 2. Burn time, GPS accuracy, what survives a 200-mile race.

    Will include 6 picks · $400–$1,100
  5. № 05

    Best Trail Shoes for 100 Miles 2026 Coming soon

    The shoes you can wear at mile ninety. Hoka Speedgoat 6, Speedland SG, Tecnica Magma, Saucony Endorphin Edge. Cushion, durability, the carbon question.

    Will include 7 picks · $150–$400

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