Tropical climate is known for constantly changing weather condition. It can be sunny and in next it could be raining hard. Ultra running in the tropical climate which has various types of weather conditions need good preparation for running apparel.
Tropical climates are well known for having hot and humid climate even if there is raining. The tip for ultra running is to wear the running apparel which is geared for the hot weather. Its advised not to wear full sleeves shirts which is actually not best option.
Since you are ultra running for long distance you must be sure that clothing you pick is good enough to handle humidity and if possibility of raining. For such tropical conditions the running apparel must be such which allows sweat and water evaporation from body quick and easy.
One very important advice is to avoid cotton socks. Though cotton socks are good when it is hot climate but you must remember that in ultra running you have to be ready for puddles which are caused by rains. The wet socks due to puddles will cause you blisters and also can make you sick.
Ultra running in hot temperatures: ultra running becomes excruciatingly difficult in hot climates. And if you wrong apparel in such hot weather then your pain will multiply. In hot climate you need to take extra care of kin which otherwise will be damaged due to running 100 miles or more in heat. Sunblock is must for skin protection. Buy sunblock which is strong and is sweat proof. Carry along the sun block which you must apply in between your running as no sunblock will last 100 miles.
The clothes you carry must be made of materials which allow for skin ventilation and even flexibility. Clothing should be such that doesn’t absorb fluids like sweat.
Ultra running in cold rain can cause problems when you have not chosen correct running apparel. The best technique for cold weather and cold rain is to use layering. Chose base layer shirt which is lightweight and allows air flow. Over it wear heavy middle shirt but keeps body heat at good temperature. And over shirt or jacket keeps you from socking in rain.
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