How warm do I need my clothes to be?

Everyone is different in the way they feel the cold. The most important element is making sure you minimise exposed skin wearing good quality clothing and while running limit sweating so your clothes don't freeze.

Do I need previous cold weather experience?

Not at all - this event is ideal for first-timers and intermediate runners. The experienced team will assist you through the event and will be on hand prior to the race starting to answer any quesitons you may have.

How cold does it get and is it safe?

Winter in northern Sweden brings extreme cold, from –10°C to –25°C. Temperatures and conditions vary hugely and we can't predict how the race period will pan out.

SWEDEN

ULTRA 4 CHARITY
COMPETITOR EQUIPMENT

Everything you need for race day, available through Pole to Pole

This page is for registered Ultra 4 Charity Lapland Ultra competitors. Below are the items of equipment available to rent through Pole to Pole, U4C's ground agent in Sweden. Additional purchase options are available through our trusted partners.

Questions on clothing and equipment will be addressed in an online Q&A session later in 2026. Details TBC.

AVAILABLE TO RENT

All rental equipment will be at your hotel on arrival, and instructions for use will be provided through a group demonstration. Rented equipment and clothing will be collected at the race finish.

There are limited numbers of each item and will be rented on a first-come, first-served basis.

CHALLENGE METRICS

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EQUIPMENT

Snowshoes

MSR Evo Trail snowshoes are one-size-fits-most. Sizes under UK 4 and above UK 14 may struggle to fit in the bindings.

Assistance for fitting will be provided on arrival at the hotel in Skellefteå by the Pole to Pole team.

No prior experience required.

Two days - £60

One day - £40

Snowshoes

Adjustable, wide-basket walking and running poles suitable for snowshoe use on snowy terrain.

Two days - £40

One day - £30

Running Spikes

Nortec Nordic quick fit overshoe running spikes, also known as micro crampons, for use on compacted snow and icy sections of the course. Available to rent or purchase.

Rental

Two days - £35, One day - £20

Purchase

£60

Down Jackets

A limited number of Mountain Equipment Paiyu insulated jackets are available.

Two days - £80

One day - £50

EVENING MEAL AT THE POLE TO POLE ACADEMY

100km distance runners staying at the Pole to Pole Academy on the evening of day one have the option of a traditional Swedish meal: meatballs and mash, served with gravy and lingonsilt. Hot water will be available for rehydrating your own rations.

Swedish meatballs and mash - £8

YOUR KIT LIST

The full U4C Lapland Ultra kit list is part of your race documentation. Mandatory items must be carried on your person throughout the race. Recommended items are advisory but strongly encouraged given the conditions. Subarctic Lapland in January can be unpredictable, with temperatures between -10°C and -25°C, with spells below that.

PAYMENT

Rental equipment and food bookings are invoiced in advance and must be paid in full for ocnfirmaiton of booking. Your equipment will be reserved on receipt of payment

DAMAGES AND LOSS

All rental equipment is provided in good condition and is expected to be returned in the same state. Normal wear from race is use is expected and covered. Damage beyond normal use, or loss of any item, will be charged at replacement cost. Replacement costs are listed below for reference:

Snowshoes - £180 per pair

Poles - £120 per pair

Running Spike - £60

Down Jacket - £280

We will not charge for damage that results directly from race conditions. We will charge for damage caused by misuse or negligence, or for items not returned at the end of the event.

EQUIPMENT RENTAL FORM

For equipment reservations, use the form below to tell us which items you would like, your sizes, and the length of the rental period, and the team will get back to you.

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Aerial view of a frozen lake surrounded by snowy forest at dusk, with a faint moon in the sky

Snowy dusk landscape with lit tents, bare trees, and a wooden sled in the foreground.

FAQs

Frequently asked questions we've received for cold-weather ultra running equipment.

How warm do I need my clothes to be?
Everyone is different in the way they feel the cold. The most important element is making sure you minimise exposed skin wearing good quality clothing and while running limit sweating so your clothes don't freeze.
Do I need previous cold weather experience?
Not at all - this event is ideal for first-timers and intermediate runners. The experienced team will assist you through the event and will be on hand prior to the race starting to answer any quesitons you may have.
How cold does it get and is it safe?
Winter in northern Sweden brings extreme cold, from –10°C to –25°C. Temperatures and conditions vary hugely and we can't predict how the race period will pan out.

ULTRA 4 CHARITYCOMPETITOR EQUIPMENT