Here’s What Eliud Kipchoge Wore to Break the Marathon World Record – Runner’s World
Here’s What Eliud Kipchoge Wore to Break the Marathon World Record Runner’s World
Eliud Kipchoge crushed the world marathon record by over a minute at the 2018 Berlin Marathon. Here’s all the gear that got him to the finish line.
On Sunday, Eliud Kipchoge smashed the current marathon world record in an official time of 2:01:39. Shaving a full minute and 18 seconds off the previous mark, Kipchoge had some speedy gear to match, crossing the Berlin finish line in head-to-toe Swoosh apparel.
While we can’t help you cop his official Nike race kit, we rounded up a few Eliud-inspired picks—fit for WRs and PRs alike.
Nike Pro Dri-FIT 3.0 Sleeves
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Slide on these lightly compressive sleeves to get your blood pumping on chilly race mornings—without adding bulk or covering up your bib.
Nike Miler Tank
Nike
Lightweight and sweat-wicking, the polyester Miler tank breathes like a race-day singlet.
Nike Pro Compression Shorts
Nike
Whether you layer up or flash ’em on their own, Nike’s chafe-free spandex offer sleek and speedy miles.
Maurten Drink Mix 160 and Gel 100
Maurten
Kipchoge’s mid-marathon rocket fuel is Maurten—both its sports drink mix, an energizing and hydrating formula that packs 40 grams of fast-absorbing carbs per serving, and newly released gels. While Kipchoge had personalized bottles of drink mix delivered to him on the course, you’ll find the convenience of Maurten’s small gel packets more practical for your long runs and races.
Nike Zoom Fly Flyknit
Nike
Kipchoge’s official world record kicks were in the Elite version of the Zoom Vaporfly 4% Flyknit, but you’ll have to wait until October 4 to snag a pair. In the meantime, you can lace up their close cousin, the Zoom Fly Flyknit, which borrows the same lightweight woven upper.