Black Spur Ultra suggested gear list
Black Spur 108K/54K/Half marathon · Kimberley, BC · August 28–29, 2027
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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.
NathanNeutron Fire RX Runner's Headlamp 2.0Luke's Locker$65.00Black DiamondDistance LT 1100 HeadlampREI$149.95
NathanNeutron Fire RX Runner's HeadlampConfluence Running$37.77$55.00−31%
PetzlIKO HeadlampiRun Texas$79.99BioLiteDash 450 USB-C Rechargeable Running HeadlampREI$69.95
Black DiamondSpot 400-R HeadlampColumbus Running Company$79.95PetzlNAO LT HeadlampREI$99.95
NathanNeutron Fire R Runner's HeadlampConfluence Running$35.88$40.00−10%
Black DiamondAstro 300-R HeadlampColumbus Running Company$44.95Black DiamondSprinter 500 HeadlampREI$74.73
$99.95−25%
None in stock in your size today. We check every morning.
Check the spec before you buy.
2 L of fluid: bottles or a hydration pack
Suggested by the raceNo cups at aid stations: bring something to drink from.
NathanPinnacle Soft Flask Handheld 14ozXtra Mile Running$45.95
HydrapakSkyFlask Speed · 500mlSports Basement$33.00
NathanQuicksqueeze Insulated HandheldConfluence Running$27.77$40.00−31%
UltrAspireUltraFlask 550 Hybrid BottlePortland Running Company$14.99
CamelbakQuick Grip Chill Handheld 21oz BottleBackcountry$35.95
NathanPinnacle Soft Flask Handheld 18ozTrailhead Running Supply$50.00
NathanPinnacle 14oz Soft FlaskBackcountry$45.95
Nathan18oz Soft Flask with Bite TopTrailhead Running Supply$30.00
NathanPinnacle Soft Flask Insulated Handheld 18ozNathan$58.00
NathanSaferRun Handheld Phone CarrierConfluence Running$29.77$45.00−34%
None in stock in your size today. We check every morning.
Wind and water resistant jacket
Suggested by the race
Black DiamondFineline Stretch Rain Shell - Women'sBackcountry$103.95$189.00−45%
PatagoniaStorm Racer Jacket*Trailhead Running Supply$160.00$299.00−46%
NikeMen's Running Division Men's Storm-FIT ADV Running JacketHeartbreak Hill Running Co.$210.00$280.00−25%Outdoor ResearchStratoburst Stretch Rain Jacket - Men'sREI$175.00
The North FaceSummit Series Torre Egger FUTURELIGHT Jacket - Women'sREI$590.00
CraftPRO Hydro Running Jacket 2 Black - Men'sFleet Feet$230.00SalomonBonatti Waterproof Jacket - Women'sBackcountry$139.96
$199.95−30%BrooksHigh Point Waterproof Jacket 2 - Men'sREI$149.97
$215.00−30%Arc'teryxNorvan Soft-Shell Jacket - Women'sREI$350.00
NorrønaSenja Gore-Tex Jacket - Men'sBackcountry$579.00
None in stock in your size today. We check every morning.
Check the spec before you buy.
Toque or warm hat
Suggested by the race
BrooksNotch Thermal BeanieSports Basement$15.00$30.00−50%
NathanHyperNight Reflective BeanieConfluence Running$19.88$30.00−34%
SmartwoolMerino BeanieSmartwool$15.47$22.10−30%
OnMerino BeanieHeartbreak Hill Running Co.$40.00$50.00−20%
Outdoor ResearchDeviator Fleece BeanieBackcountry$20.00$39.95−50%IcebreakerMerino 200 Oasis BeanieREI$30.00
BuffDryFlx BeaniePlaymakers$27.00
PatagoniaBetter Sweater Fleece BeaniePlaymakers$55.00
SalomonRun Tech BeanieBackcountry$29.95
CieleCR3BeanieColumbus Running Company$20.00$50.00−60%
None in stock in your size today. We check every morning.
Sun hat
Suggested by the raceOnLightweight CapSkirack$39.99
SmartwoolThermal Merino Reversible Neck GaiterSmartwool$27.81
Buff5 Panel Go CapBackcountry$24.46$34.95−30%
2XURun Visor2XU$10.00$20.00−50%Arc'teryxGamma 5-Panel CapREI$34.93
$50.00−30%
PatagoniaWomen's "Trailhead Running Supply" Cap Cool Daily Shirt*Trailhead Running Supply$34.00$49.00−31%
NNormalRace CapMountain Running Company$50.00
NikeUnisex ACG Radical AirFlow Fly Cap Adjustable Dri-FIT Trail Running HatRun Flagstaff$65.00BuffCoolNet UV+ Insect Shield Multifunctional NeckwearREI$16.83
$34.00−51%
BuffCoolNet UV Headband - BUFF-119328.525PR Run & Walk$11.95$24.00−50%
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 Black Spur 108K?
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.
Is any gear mandatory for the Black Spur 54K?
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.
Is any gear mandatory for the Black Spur Half marathon?
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 Black Spur Ultra aid stations have cups?
No. The aid stations have no cups: bring your own reusable cup.
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