To Get The Shot

Hydration is a challenge.

- Ryan Scott

“ A litre of water weighs a kilogram. And often – maybe because I get there before the leaders – refreshment stations are protective over their water, Coke and snacks.”

PHOTOGRAPHERS. They wake up even earlier than you on race day, strap on a pack that feels like it’s full of dumbbells, and head out to the most scenic parts of the race route to get the shots. In trail races, they often spend at least as long out on the course as the last competitor, and cover surprisingly large distances.

We get some alarming insights from action sports photographer Kevin Sawyer (@kevinsawyer).

RUNNER’S WORLD: HOW HEAVY IS YOUR BAG, AND WHAT ARE YOU PACKING?

KEVIN SAWYER: On average, I carry about 7kg in my backpack. That takes its toll, once you start ticking the kilometres off for a full day out on the race route.