TRACER's 2026 Trail Running Gift Guide

Max King, Alli Miles, and Joey Wilson recently presented their top trail running gifts for 2026 under any budget! Watch on Youtube or search for the episode on your podcast app: "The TRACER Podcast."

Max King's Picks

• Leukotape - Tell your favorite local specialty run store to start stocking it but you can find it on Amazon 

• 4HourFuel - https://4hourfuel.com/

• Silva Headlamp - https://silva-usa.com/

• Racing Shoes - whatever your favorite running shoe is. Salomon Pulsar 3 is no longer available. 

• Hoverair X1 Pro - https://us.hoverair.com/

• Skimo setup - See your local uphill ski shop or https://skimo.co/

Alli Miles' Picks

• Superhero Muffin mix!! 

• Squirrels nut butter 

  
  

• Petzl Bindi rechargeable headlamp ($50)

• Craft Hybrid Glove - $50

• Salomon Quiver ($30)

• Socks - Courier ($30)

  
  

• Vuori performance joggers ($94)

• Recovery Slides – Oofos or Hoka ($60)

• Free Range Equipment Tote ($79)

  
  

• Poles - Leki Ultratrail FX.One ($220)

• Theragun Mini ($160)

• Steezy sunglasses like the Smith Wildcat ($250)

  
  

• Watch! Suunto Vertical is my fave for multi-sport; Coros Vertix 2 might be better for strictly running

• New shoes, gym membership 

• Race? Vacation?

Joey's Picks

• Bottle drying rack

• Make your own gels - ingredients and bottles

• Instinct Running Belt

• Raide Running Belt

• East Peak Ice Bandana

• Osaki Massage Chairs