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SOO 200 mandatory gear list
SOO 200 mi/100K/50K · Sault Ste. Marie, ON · September 2027 (date to come; 2026: Sept. 11–15)
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Trail running shoes
Your pickGarmin inReach
ProvidedProvided by the race.
Battery backup
ProvidedProvided at Stokely; the race swaps it at major aid stations.
Race bib and timing chip
ProvidedProvided by the race.
Emergency bivvy
ProvidedProvided by the race.
Headlamp
Recommended
NathanNeutron Fire RX Runner's Headlamp 2.0Luke's Locker$65.00
Black DiamondSpot 400-R HeadlampColumbus Running Company$79.95
NathanNeutron Fire RX Runner's HeadlampConfluence Running$37.77$55.00−31%PetzlNAO LT HeadlampREI$99.95
BioLiteDash 450 USB-C Rechargeable Running HeadlampREI$69.95
NathanNeutron Fire R Runner's HeadlampConfluence Running$35.88$40.00−10%
Black DiamondAstro 300-R HeadlampColumbus Running Company$44.95Black DiamondDistance 1500 HeadlampREI$249.95
Black DiamondDistance LT 1100 HeadlampREI$149.95
Black DiamondSprinter 500 HeadlampREI$74.73
$99.95−25%
None in stock in your size today. We check every morning.
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2 L of fluid: bottles or a hydration pack
RecommendedCheckpoints can be 20 to 42 km apart. No 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.
Water filter
Recommended
SalomonSoft Flask XA FilterMountain Running Company$60.00
SalomonSoft Flask XA Filter 490mlTrailhead Running Supply$60.00
SalomonSoft Flask XA Filter 490ml Water BottleBackcountry$59.95
SalomonSOFT FLASK XA FILTER 490ml/16oz 42Playmakers$65.00
None in stock in your size today. We check every morning.
Wind and water resistant jacket
Recommended
Black DiamondFineline Stretch Rain Shell - Women'sBackcountry$122.85$189.00−35%
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%
The North FaceSummit FUTURELIGHT Superior Graphic Jacket - Men'sBackcountry$360.00
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%
Outdoor ResearchHelium Rain Jacket - Men'sBackcountry$110.47$169.95−35%
NorrønaSenja Gore-Tex Jacket - Men'sBackcountry$579.00
Black DiamondHighline Stretch Shell - Men'sBackcountry$314.30$449.00−30%
None in stock in your size today. We check every morning.
Check the spec before you buy.
Toque or warm hat
Recommended
BrooksNotch Thermal BeanieSports Basement$15.00$30.00−50%
NathanHyperNight Reflective BeanieConfluence Running$19.88$30.00−34%
SmartwoolMerino BeanieSmartwool$15.44$22.05−30%
OnMerino BeanieHeartbreak Hill Running Co.$40.00$50.00−20%
BuffDryFlx BeanieThe Running Well Store$21.95IcebreakerMerino 200 Oasis BeanieBackcountry$21.00
$30.00−30%
Outdoor ResearchGrayland Fleece BeanieBackcountry$22.77$37.95−40%
PatagoniaBetter Sweater Fleece BeaniePlaymakers$49.00
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
RecommendedOnLightweight CapSkirack$39.99
SmartwoolThermal Merino Reversible Neck GaiterSmartwool$27.74
Buff5 Panel Go CapBackcountry$22.72$34.95−35%
2XURun Visor2XU$12.00$20.00−40%
PatagoniaWomen's Cap Cool Trail TankMill City Running$28.00$40.00−30%
NikeUnisex ACG Radical AirFlow Fly Cap Adjustable Dri-FIT Trail Running HatRun Flagstaff$65.00
NNormalRace CapMountain Running Company$50.00Arc'teryxNorvan Mesh 5-Panel CapREI$70.00
BuffCoolNet UV Headband - BUFF-119328.525PR Run & Walk$11.95$24.00−50%
SmartwoolIntraknit All-Season Neck GaiterSmartwool$29.88
None in stock in your size today. We check every morning.
Full-finger gloves
Recommended
SmartwoolActive Fleece Wind GlovePlaymakers$30.00$50.00−40%
BrooksMomentum Thermal Hybrid GloveAnn Arbor Running Company$59.99
CraftLumen Fleece Glove 2The Running Well Store$44.95
The North FaceEtip Trail GloveFleet Feet$55.00
NathanHyperNight Reflective Convertible Mitt 2Nathan$17.99$44.00−59%Black DiamondDeploy Wind Hood GlovesMountain Running Company$49.95
SalomonMerino GlovesBackcountry$39.95
Outdoor ResearchTrail Mix GloveBackcountry$24.46$34.95−30%
2XURun Gloves2XU$27.00
NikeTherma-Fit Gore-Tex Run Glove · Black/SilverRunners Plus$54.95
None in stock in your size today. We check every morning.
Running or trekking poles
Recommended
SalomonS/LAB Ultra Carbon PolesTrailhead Running Supply$150.00
Black DiamondDistance Carbon FLZ Trekking PolesTrailhead Running Supply$239.95
Black DiamondDistance Carbon Z Trekking PolesTrailhead Running Supply$219.95
None in stock in your size today. We check every morning.
Whistle
RecommendedBear spray or bear banger
RecommendedOnly if you know how to use it.
From the race's official list (as published when we read it, October 22, 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
What is the mandatory gear for the SOO 200 mi?
The race provides: Garmin inReach, Battery backup, Race bib and timing chip, Emergency bivvy.
What is the mandatory gear for the SOO 100K?
The race provides: Garmin inReach, Battery backup, Race bib and timing chip, Emergency bivvy.
What is the mandatory gear for the SOO 50K?
The race provides: Garmin inReach, Battery backup, Race bib and timing chip, Emergency bivvy.
Do the SOO 200 aid stations have cups?
No. The aid stations have no cups: bring your own reusable cup.
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