Castle Alpine Trail suggested gear list
Castle Alpine 28K · Castle Mountain Resort, AB · September (2027 date to come; 2026: Sept. 19)
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The race suggests this gear; none of it is required. The only must-haves are what the race hands out (marked Provided).
Trail running shoes
Your pickHeadlamp
Suggested by the raceCarry it after 8 pm.
Black DiamondDistance LT 1100 HeadlampMEC$154.95
PetzlNao RL HeadlampMEC$224.95
NathanFire RX Runners' HeadlampRunning Room$50.00$84.99−41%
FenixHL18R-T Lightweight Headlamp (500 lumens)The Trail Runner Store$57.00$89.00−36%
RaidlightULTRALIGHT 1200 HeadlampStampeak$139.90$169.90−18%
BioLite425 Rechargeable HeadlampSports Experts$74.99
PetzlActik Core HeadlampRunning Free$104.99
NathanNebula Fire Runner's HeadlampRunning Room$50.00$119.99−58%
NathanNeutron Fire Runner's HeadlampRunning Room$40.00$59.99−33%
Black DiamondDistance 1500 HeadlampLe Coureur$229.95
None in stock in your size today. We check every morning.
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2 L of fluid: bottles or a hydration pack
Suggested by the raceNo cups at aid stations: bring something to drink from.
SalomonSoft Flask 500Ml/17OzBushtukah$24.95
HydrapakUltraflask SPEED 500mlFrontrunners$29.95
NathanQuickStart 3.0 SF Hydration Vest with Soft Flasks 4L - UnisexThe Last Hunt$68.39$119.99−43%
Life Sports GearECO Vapor Handheld Soft Flask CORAL33-Off$26.79$39.99−33%
MontaneUltraflask 500mlThe Trail Runner Store$30.00$43.00−30%
nordaSoftFlask WMX 500mlRun Uphill$29.95
SalomonSoft Flask XA Filter 490mlLe Coureur Nordique$64.99
HydrapakUltraFlask+ Hydration Bottle - 500ml/17ozBushtukah$36.98$73.95−50%
SalomonSoft Flask 500ml/17oz UltraLe Coureur Nordique$29.99
Nathan18 oz Insulated Soft Flask running bottleBoréal Running$31.95$49.95−36%
None in stock in your size today. We check every morning.
Wind and water resistant jacket
Suggested by the race
NNormalTrail Rain Jacket - Women'sBoutique Endurance$299.90
The North FaceSummit Superior Futurelight Jacket - Women'sThe Last Hunt$260.99$449.99−42%
La SportivaRun Rain Jacket - Women'sThe Trail Runner Store$88.00$190.00−54%
Inov-8Stormshell waterproof running jacket - Women'sBoréal Running$139.95$294.95−53%
BrooksHigh Point waterproof running jacket - Women'sBoréal Running$89.95$197.95−55%
ScottRC Run Waterproof Jacket - Women'sRun Uphill$225.00$299.95−25%
PatagoniaStorm Racer Jacket - Men'sFrontrunners$375.00
Under ArmourVelociti Pro Storm Running Jacket - Women'sSports Experts$83.99$119.99−30%
NikeAeroSwift Aerogami Storm-FIT Running Jacket - Women'sBlackToe Running$230.00$330.00−30%
SalomonLight Shell Jacket - Women'sLe Coureur$139.97$199.95−30%
None in stock in your size today. We check every morning.
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Toque or warm hat
Suggested by the race
SmartwoolActive BeanieBoréal Running$29.95
NathanHyperNight Reflective Beanie 2Foveō Running$44.95SauconyPeregrine Merino Beanie - Men'sSaucony$17.95
$45.00−60%
Outdoor ResearchVigor Grid Fleece BeanieBushtukah$21.48$42.95−50%
Arc'teryxSatoro Merino Toque Beanie - Men'sSports Experts$29.99$59.99−50%
IcebreakerMerino Pocket BeanieBushtukah$22.50$45.00−50%
BrooksNotch Thermal Beanie 2.Running Free$18.00$29.99−40%
SalomonWinter Training Beanie for Running and SkiingBoréal Running$26.97$44.95−40%
BuffMerino Midweight BeanieBlackToe Running$45.00
PatagoniaOverlook Merino Wool Liner BeanieBushtukah$55.00
None in stock in your size today. We check every morning.
Sun hat
Suggested by the race
OnLightweight CapBushtukah$54.95
BuffThermonet NeckwearThe Trail Runner Store$35.00
2XURun Visor2XU$12.50$25.00−50%
Arc'teryxSatoro Merino Neck Gaiter Neck Warmer - Men'sSports Experts$29.99$59.99−50%
Under ArmourVelociti Adjustable Running Cap - Women'sSports Experts$15.99$31.99−50%
NNormalPink Running CapStampeak$41.95$69.90−40%
SmartwoolThermal Merino Reversible Neck Gaiter - UnisexLe Coureur Nordique$39.00
SalomonSense Aero Trail Running Cap - Men'sSports Experts$34.99$49.99−30%
NikeRun AeroAdapt Fly Cap - Women'sSport Chek$40.97$55.00−26%
SatisfyPeaceShell Cordura Trail Cap - UnisexAltitude Sports$159.99
None in stock in your size today. We check every morning.
Whistle
Suggested by the raceSpace blanket
Suggested by the raceNone in stock in your size today. We check every morning.
Bear spray or bear banger
Suggested by the raceOnly if you know how to use it.
Race bib and timing chip
ProvidedHanded out by the race; wear them the whole race.
From the race's official list (as published when we read it, October 27, 2026). Rules can change: check the official list before race day. The Gear Fox isn't affiliated with the race.
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Quick answers
Is any gear mandatory for the Castle Alpine 28K?
No. The race suggests: Headlamp, 2 L of fluid: bottles or a hydration pack, Wind and water resistant jacket, Toque or warm hat, Sun hat, Whistle, Space blanket, Bear spray or bear banger. The race provides: Race bib and timing chip.
Do the Castle Alpine Trail aid stations have cups?
No. The aid stations have no cups: bring your own reusable cup.
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