(Part 2) Best products from r/ultrarunning

I’d highly recommend seeing an acupuncturist and trying Toe Spacers. I’ve had issues off and on with Morton’s and both have helped a ton. The silicone toe spacers took the pressure off at night (or while running) allowing for healing and the acupuncture seemed to jumpstart the healing. I wore the toe spacers on my middle toe at night and on long runs. Good luck!

https://www.amazon.com/Separators-Straighteners-Wellness-Naturally-Corrector/dp/B07RL6LPLL/ref=zg_bs_11063691_12?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=HSYY4V7KVBVXW1SR7EAY

I just ordered some of these to try (recommended on the Plant Powered Runner blog)

Little Green Reusable Baby Food Pouches

Edit: Yea, these didn't fit in my packs front pouches, so they're a no-go. Going to try out the Gu flask, looks like it will be a better fit.

People use just about anything for drop bags, but they shouldn't. I recommend dry bags (choose your size) and waterproof cruise tag holders for labeling. All it takes is one rainy race or getting your bag shredded to motivation the transition. If what you're keeping in your drop bag is important to have during the race, take care of it.

I use Gold Bond Friction Defense and it's always worked great for me. It's also a lot cheaper than body glide.

I don't know if this will help you, but whenever my knees start to flair up, this thing really helps me!

Vive IT Band Strap

Drymax R-Gear Quarter Running Socks for Men/Women (3-Pack) | Super Breathable Keep Feet Dry, Comfy and Blister-Free, M, Black, Medium Cushion https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00448G6JI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_bCMQDb7HQNY56

I picked up a few of these - can fit shoes, jackets, vests easily.

Most modern phones and watches should comfortably last 8 hours even tracking and playing music.

I have in the past used a small Anker charger which I keep in my pack.

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Anker PowerCore 5000 Portable Charger, Ultra-Compact Power Bank with Fast-Charging Technology, External Battery for New Airpods, iPhone X/ 8/7/ 6S/ 6, iPad, Samsung Galaxy and More https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01CU1EC6Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_FFYZCbDPHQJWV

I really liked this one....

Never Wipe Your Ass with a Squirrel: A trail running, ultramarathon, and wilderness survival guide for weird folks https://www.amazon.com/dp/1484007840/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_D4YzCbGPW9Y3M

Thanks for the advice, just took the leap and bought this Still can't believe a name brand pack is so cheap, hopefully it works out well. I'm a little nervous about the bottles being hard instead of soft.

It sounds like you would benefit from Training for the New Alpinism. I haven't read it yet, but it seems to be very highly regarded, and of course the authors' credentials are beyond impeccable.

I have this Aonijie/TriWonder 18L pack, I use it for ski mountaineering. Freaking love that thing. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07MJ5Y418/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1


Way tougher than my Ultimate Direction pack which is apparently constructed from the thinnest fibers of baby spider silk and is designed to rip open if you breath on it too hard.

Keto generally works better for the longer distances, not so much for marathon or shorter. If you felt good at the half marathon, I would assume you’ll do as well or better during an ultra.

This is due to the faster pace of shorter races requiring more rapid replenishing of glucose for the muscles. This is usually achieved by consuming simple sugars (gels, sports drinks, etc). Your body can create glycogen from fat stores, but it is slower. So if you’re running a slower pace for longer, your body can generally keep up, though studies show that you still lose your higher gears while on Keto.

As mentioned, Zach Bitter is a great example. You can also read The Art and Science of Low Carbohydrate Performance by Jeff Voelkel.

Something like this should do the trick: https://www.amazon.com/ZIPLOCK-Clear-RECLOSABLE-Plastic-Baggies/dp/B00VZ3QHQM?ref_=fsclp_pl_dp_1

https://www.amazon.com/Koerners-Field-Guide-Ultrarunning-Ultramarathon-ebook/dp/B00MYEQGFI

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https://www.amazon.com/Relentless-Forward-Progress-Running-Ultramarathons-ebook/dp/B004WE78IC

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Both books come highly recommended. Also search for the science of ultra podcast.

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https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000UOD5QM?psc=1&ref=yo_pop_mb_pd_title

I got this one to go with my forerunner 230. Works great and I never notice it’s there. Haven’t had any problems with it

I would strongly recommend thePatagonia Nine Trails shorts, I have two pairs and regularly do my long runs in them with no SNB. Also. SNB.

If I were going to run backwards for 100K I would invest in rearview mirrors for sure.