HYROX race kit checklist: what to wear and bring
What most racers bring on race day, what's optional, and what's useful for training at home. Rules change each season: check the official HYROX rulebook for your division (2026/27 singles rulebook used here). Product links go to Amazon UK search results so you can compare options yourself.
As an Amazon Associate RaceFit Gyms earns from qualifying purchases.
Race-day essentials
Photo ID and registration confirmation
Bring photo ID and your registration confirmation (email or app) to pick up your wristband and race number. Check the event's athlete guide for exact check-in times.
Trainers for running and sleds
You run 8 × 1 km and push/pull sleds on turf. Pick a stable, grippy shoe that still runs comfortably; test it on the sled in training.
Compare trainers for running and sleds on Amazon UK →Race top
A close-fitting top won't catch on the sled rope or wall-ball target.
Compare race top on Amazon UK →Race shorts / tights
Something you can lunge and burpee in without adjusting.
Compare race shorts / tights on Amazon UK →Gels or electrolytes (if you use them)
Only use fuel you've practised with in training.
Compare gels or electrolytes (if you use them) on Amazon UK →Optional on race day
Grip gloves
Optional. Many racers wear thin grippy gloves for sled ropes and farmers carry. Check the rulebook for your division.
Compare grip gloves on Amazon UK →Home training
Wall ball
2026/27 singles weights: Women Open 4 kg; Men Open and Women Pro 6 kg; Men Pro 9 kg. Train with the weight for your division.
Compare wall ball on Amazon UK →Weighted vest
A training suggestion only, for sandbag lunges and running under fatigue. It isn't race kit you need to bring.
Compare weighted vest on Amazon UK →Chalk
For training grip. Check the rulebook before using any on race day.
Compare chalk on Amazon UK →Foam roller / massage ball
Recovery after long simulations and post-race travel.
Compare foam roller / massage ball on Amazon UK →Racing soon? See the race calendar and season planner for gyms near each listed venue.
Always check the current HYROX rulebook before race day. As an Amazon Associate RaceFit Gyms earns from qualifying purchases.
Race-week gym guide, free every Thursday
Upcoming race dates, gyms near each venue and visitor prices we've checked on gyms' own websites. Unsubscribe any time.
You'll sign up on beehiiv, our email provider. See our privacy notice.