Last year I wore Inovates but i found they didnt have enough cushioning. by mile 80 my lower legs had turned to mush .this year i will wear assics cumulus ,the ones with gel in the front and back.also compression socks, to keep the lower legs from swelling. Poles which i will use from the start(ive been practicing) I finnished last year with sticks from the forrest., get to the start early so you dont get stuck behind the man dressed as a hamburger. and an old karrimor day sack with all the flaps and pockets cut off .Last year i wore a pb bum bag which was fine but very full.