CamelBak® is Official Hydration and Pack Sponsor of UTMB®

Published by Mountainblog on 04/28/2017.

The UTMB is widely regarded as one of the most difficult foot races in Europe with a distance of approximately 170 kilometers and an elevation gain of 10,000 meters.
CamelBak is providing free, freshly filtered water to the 50,000 attendees during the UTMB this August. CamelBak water stations will be located throughout the village and along the courses (5 refill points for all races).

A limited edition Quick Stow Flask as well as a limited edition Ultra Pro Vest, will feature UTMB logos and can be purchased at the UTMB shop or at the CamelBak booth in the expo area, where CamelBak will also be showcasing its 2018 Run Collection.

Xavier Thévenard, (team ASICS Trail) winner of all UTMB single races, will race in CamelBak hydration vests at UTMB 2017 again, as well as Sébastien Camus (Team Garmin Adventure) and Didrik Hermansen (Transgrancanaria winner 2016). In total, the CamelBak athletes’ and ambassadors’ roster at UTMB will list 8 runners.

Also, the strong Lithuania Ultra trailer Gediminas Grinius (UTWT 2016 Champion – runs with Team Vibram) who joined CamelBak athlete roster in 2017, will be racing with CamelBak Ultra Pro vests.

CamelBak® Athletes’ Choice for UTMB®
Ultra™ Pro Vest, with 5L of total cargo space, is made from ultra-light materials in a streamlined design.
It’s ideal for the competitive ultra-runner or everyday minimalist. Available in S-M-L sizes. The vest is equipped with two Quick Stow Flasks, to carry up to 1L of water. 3D vent mesh offers multi-directional air flow and cushioning to maximize comfort and breathability. Dual adjustable sternum straps increase stability and offer a range of adjustment for customizing the fit. Other features: secure phone pocket, stretch overflow pocket, fuel and gear pockets, reflective hits.