This week’s episode is all about gear, Tom and Brett break down choosing gear, what’s important to have in your pack and when to practice using full race gear. 

(00:00) Introduction

(00:30) How does Tom choose his gear?

(01:47) How did Tom manage the changing climate at Western States?

(04:09) How does Tom choose his race shoes?

(08:20) Are Tom’s race shoes new or well worn in? 

(11:15) What was Tom’s role in the development of the Adidas race shoe?

(17:38) How do shoe choices differ between Western States and UTMB? 

(20:36) Does Tom use full race gear in training? 

(24:33) How does Tom choose his race pack?

(30:48) What is the most important part of your pack?

(32:50) When does Tom start using his race pack in training? 

(34:41) What are the three most important things that stay in Tom’s pack? 

(36:20) What was the story behind Tom’s top for Western States?

(38:28) Tom’s biggest gear mishap

(40:42) What does Brett consider when choosing gear?

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