There’s an abundance of new gear from Inov-8 arriving in time for the start of the 2015 season, including new ISPO award winning 5 and 10 litre vest packs and a waterproof jacket and pants combination that, whilst perhaps not aesthetically to everyone’s taste, offers functionality at a price that doesn’t break the bank.
“Designed to meet all strict mandatory race day kit requirements, ultra and mountain runners will be able run lighter and faster with the Race Ultra Shell. Weighing just 125g, it boasts superb levels of protection, while its super-stretchy fabric guarantees unrestricted body movement when running. Race numbers pinned on tees/singlets underneath remain visible at all times through shell’s transparent material.”
Inov-8 RACE ULTRA 5 Vest/Pack
“Evolution of the award-winning race ultra™ vest. The Race Ultra 5 vest has been specifically designed to carry five litres of kit while maintaining a close-to-the-body fit that ensures stability and zero bounce when running over even the longest of distances. Available in two sizes (S/M and M/L), the vest has two simple-to-use adjustable clip straps at the front. It boasts a total of eight pockets. The rear can hold up to five litres of kit, while an extra zip allows access to a separate reservoir compartment. Comes supplied with 2x 500ml soft flasks with 30cm tubes.”
Features
- Large weather resistant zipped pocket to rear
- Separate reservoir zipped pocket
- Two 500ml softflask with 12″ / 30cm tube
- Two large side mesh pockets
- Two large zipped mesh pockets to front double as bottle holders
- Two large mesh pockets to front top
- Two smaller stretch mesh pockets to front top
- Whistle
- Rear bungee compression
- Pole loops to rear
- Two sizes
Specifications
Volume Capacity
- 5L / 305 cubic inches
Fluid Capacity
- 1L in 2 x 500mL soft flasks with straw/tube (included)
- 2L in bladder (not included)
Weight
- S/M: 250g / 8.8oz
- M/L: 255g / 9oz
Back Length
- S/M: 30cm / 11.8in.
- M/L: 36cm / 14.2in.
Sizing at chest (Unisex)
- S/M: 31 – 38in. / 78 – 97cm
- M/L: 38 – 44in. / 87 – 112cm
- Note: Measure wearing the clothes you intend to wear
Materials & Design
- Nylon / Polyester / Spandex
Included
- 2x 500mL soft flasks with tube/straw
Inov-8 RACE ULTRA 10 Vest/Pack
“Evolution of the award-winning race ultra™ vest. The Race Ultra 10 vest has been specifically designed to carry ten litres of kit while maintaining a close-to-the-body fit that ensures stability and zero bounce when running over even the longest of distances. Available in two sizes (S/M and M/L), the vest has two simple-to-use adjustable clip straps at the front. It boasts a total of eight pockets. The rear can hold up to ten litres of kit, while an extra zip allows access to a separate reservoir compartment. Comes supplied with 2x 500ml soft flasks with 30cm tubes.
The Race Ultra 10 was voted best in the performance accessories category by a panel of expert judges and named a 2015/2016 ISPO AWARD GOLD WINNER.”
Features
- Large weather resistant zipped pocket to rear
- Separate reservoir zipped pocket
- Two 500ml softflask with 12″ / 30cm tube
- Two large side mesh pockets
- Two large zipped mesh pockets to front double as bottle holders
- Two large mesh pockets to front top
- Two smaller stretch mesh pockets to front top
- Whistle
- Rear bungee compression
- Pole loops to rear
- Two sizes
Specifications
Volume Capacity
- 10L / 610 cubic inches
Fluid Capacity
- 1L in 2 x 500mL soft flasks with straw/tube (included)
- 2L in bladder (not included)
Weight
- S/M: 260g / 9.2oz
- M/L: 265g / 9.4oz
Back Length
- S/M: 30cm / 11.8in.
- M/L: 36cm / 14.2in.
Sizing at chest (Unisex)
- S/M: 31 – 38in. / 78 – 97cm
- M/L: 38 – 44in. / 87 – 112cm
- Note: Measure wearing the clothes you intend to wear
Materials & Design
- Nylon / Polyester / Spandex
Included
- 2x 500mL soft flasks with tube/straw
Inov-8 RACE ULTRA SHELL Waterproof Jacket
“Inov-8’s lightest ever waterproof running jacket, weighing just 125g. Designed to meet all strict mandatory race day kit requirements, mountain and ultra athletes will be able to race as light and fast as possible. This shell is fully transparent, so race numbers worn underneath remain visible at all times. Its super-stretchy fabric guarantees unrestricted body movement when running and packs away into its own hood pocket, ensuring it is small and easy to carry. Breathable, the Race Ultra Shell keeps you dry and protected in the wettest of conditions. Unisex.”
“If you’re an out and out racer and every gram counts, this ridiculuously lightweight waterproof is for you. It won’t handle day to day heavy use but, packing into its own hood, it’ll deliver just enough protection to get you off the hill, home or, with taped seems, past a pre-race kit check. It’s see-though so you can wear it over your number” (Trail Running Magazine)
Features
- 2.5-layer waterproof fabric with 10,000 HH and 10,000 B-1 breathability
- Taped seams
- Packs away into hood – small and easy to carry
- Fully Transparent fabric – race number visibility at all times
- 4-way stretch fabric – allows unrestricted body movement whilst running
- Deep centre front YKK Aquaguard zip with internal storm flap and dual locking zip heads
- Thumb loop
- Elasticated cuffs and hem
- Multi-angle reflective detailing
Specifications
Weight
- 125g / 4.5oz
Materials
- 56% PU / 44% Polyester Soft Tricot breathable fabric (2.5 Layer)
Sizing at chest (Unisex)
- XS: 36in. / 92cm
- Small: 38in. / 97cm
- Medium: 40in. / 102cm
- Large: 42in. / 107cm
- XL: 44in. / 112cm
- Note: Measure wearing the clothes you intend to wear
Inov-8 RACE ULTRA PANT Waterproof Trousers
“Inov-8’s lightest ever waterproof running trouser, weighing just 95g. Designed to meet all strict mandatory race day kit requirements, mountain and ultra athletes will be able to race as light and fast as possible. These trousers are fully transparent and instantly stretchable to fit over shoes. Its super-stretchy fabric guarantees unrestricted body movement when running and and can be quickly compressed into its own integrated pocket/stuffsack. Features taped seams and lycra-bound hems. Breathable, the Race Ultra Pant keeps you dry and protected in the wettest of conditions. Unisex.”
“Designed with the same racing philosophy as their Race Ultra Shell jacket, these will mainly live in your pack to pass kit checks. They weigh practically nothing and pack down impressively small. Their fit is good over tights, they deliver a surprising amount of protection but won’t take much abuse. Ultimate weight and space-saving choice” (Trail Running Magazine)
Features
- 2.5-layer waterproof fabric with 10,000 HH and 10,000 B-1 breathability
- Taped seams
- Packs away into integrated pocket/stuffsack – small and easy to carry
- Fully Transparent fabric
- 4-way stretch fabric – allows unrestricted body movement whilst running
- Lycra bound hem
- Elasticated front, flat back and waist band
- Ergonomic fit
- Multi-angle reflective detailing
Specifications
Weight
- 95g / 3.5oz
Materials
- 56% PU / 44% Polyester Soft Tricot breathable fabric (2.5 Layer)
Sizing at waist (Unisex)
- XS: 28in. / 71cm
- Small: 30in. / 76cm
- Medium: 32in. / 81cm
- Large: 34in. / 86cm
- XL: 36in. / 91cm
- Note: Measure wearing the clothes you intend to wear
Available from www.ultramarathonrunningstore.com
- Inov-8 RACE ULTRA 5 Vest/Pack –http://www.ultramarathonrunningstore.com/Inov-8-RACE-ULTRA-5-Vest-Pack-p/inov8raceultra5.htm
- Inov-8 RACE ULTRA 10 Vest/Pack http://www.ultramarathonrunningstore.com/Inov-8-RACE-ULTRA-10-Vest-Pack-p/inov8raceultra10.htm
- Inov-8 RACE ULTRA PANT Waterproof Trousers http://www.ultramarathonrunningstore.com/Inov-8-RACE-ULTRA-PANT-Waterproof-Trousers-p/inov8raceultrapant.htm
- Inov-8 RACE ULTRA SHELL Waterproof Jacket http://www.ultramarathonrunningstore.com/Inov-8-RACE-ULTRA-SHELL-Waterproof-Jacket-p/inov8raceultrashell.htm