The Stage Race Handbook: How To Train, Prepare for and Complete Multi-Day Stage Race like the 4 Deserts Series and Marathon Des Sables

Stage races are amongst the toughest endurance events in the world. They are epic foot races spread over several days and hundreds of kilometres, often with the runners carrying all of their food and equipment on their back. This comprehensive guide covers all aspects of preparing, training and completing stage races. It includes extensive expert advice on equipment choices, preparation and packing, food and hydration, planning, how to train, practical advice for the trails and lessons learned from many stage race veterans. Thomas Watson is a serial stage race runner who also runs MarathonHandbook.com. The book includes a foreword by Dean Karnazes, as well as insights from stage race veterans such as Rory Coleman, Ryan Sandes and many other Marathon des Sables finishers and 4 Deserts series Grand Slammers.