This list has been updated for the 2021 races. However, please check back within 1 month of the race date in case any changes are made.
GEAR LIST: 24-hour teams
Full Time Mandatory Team Gear [1 per team must be carried at all times]
Full Time Mandatory Individual Gear [Each team member must have the following at all times]
Mandatory Team Biking Gear [1 per team must be carried on all biking sections.]
Mandatory Individual Biking Gear [Each team member must have the following on all biking sections.]
**Packraft Division** Mandatory Paddle Gear [Each team member must have the following on all paddle sections.]
**Non-Packraft Division** Mandatory Paddle Gear [Each team member must have the following on all paddle sections.]
Race management will provide kayaks, PFDs, and paddles. You may use your own PFDs and paddles if desired.
Recommended Gear
Prohibited Equipment
- Writing utensil(s) [helpful for marking up maps!]
- Working cell phone (to be kept OFF and used only for emergencies)
- First aid kit in waterproof bag containing, at minimum: 1 bandage (2m long and 7.5cm wide), 1 triangular bandage, 2 sterile wound dressing (7.5cm x 7.5cm), 1 surgical tape, 4 doses antihistamine. Recommended items include analgesics, anti-inflammatory tablets, electrolyte replacement, antidiarrheic, antiseptic cream, and blister treatment.
- Compass
- Water purification method for entire team
Full Time Mandatory Individual Gear [Each team member must have the following at all times]
- Face mask (must fully cover nose and mouth and be easily accessible to racers at all times)
- Whistle
- Space blanket
- Means to carry at least 50 oz. of liquid
- Waterproof jacket (this is mandatory regardless of weather conditions)
- Means to carry mandatory gear (e.g., backpack)
- Headlight (with enough batteries to last for the entire event)
Mandatory Team Biking Gear [1 per team must be carried on all biking sections.]
- Tire pump or CO2 cartridges
- Tool kit for repairs (e.g., changing a flat, chain repair)
Mandatory Individual Biking Gear [Each team member must have the following on all biking sections.]
- Mountain bike. Road or other bikes not allowed.
- Flashing red tail light
- Handlebar-mounted front lighting system
- Bike helmet
- Spare tube that fits your tire size
**Packraft Division** Mandatory Paddle Gear [Each team member must have the following on all paddle sections.]
- Packrafts to fit entire team and their gear
- PFD (type-III or higher; provided) per racer
- Paddle per racer
- Glowsticks (100mm or longer) and zipties: 1 glowstick per racer AND 2 glowsticks per boat with sufficient zipties to secure them to boats and PFDs. For example, 1 team of 3 racers with 2 packrafts would require 3 glowsticks for racers and 4 glowsticks for boats, a total of 7 glowsticks.
- For additional, non-packraft paddle section(s), race management will provide kayaks, PFDs, and paddles to the specifications listed below for the "Non-Packraft Division"
**Non-Packraft Division** Mandatory Paddle Gear [Each team member must have the following on all paddle sections.]
Race management will provide kayaks, PFDs, and paddles. You may use your own PFDs and paddles if desired.
- 1 double kayak or 2 single kayaks provided for teams of 2 (depending on team category), 1 double and 1 single kayak for teams of 3, 2 double kayaks or 1 double and 2 single kayaks (depending on team category) provided for teams of 4.
- PFD (type-III or higher; provided) per racer
- Paddle per racer (Racers may bring their own paddles.)
- For teams bringing their own paddle gear, please also bring a bag that will fit all gear.
Recommended Gear
- Long pants, tights, or leg protection
- Bike gloves
- Bike odometer
- Sunglasses or hat with visor
- Bug spray
- Sunscreen
- Waterproof map case or others means of waterproofing maps (a Ziploc bag works great!)
- Waterproof case for phone (double Ziplocs!)
- Duct tape
- Food for the entire race
Prohibited Equipment
- GPS
- Firearms
- Communication devices (other than cell phone to be kept OFF except for emergencies)
- Motorized means of transport
gear list: 8-hour teams
Full Time Mandatory Team Gear [1 per team must be carried at all times]
Full Time Mandatory Individual Gear [Each team member must have the following at all times]
Mandatory Individual Biking Gear [Each team member must have the following on all biking sections.]
There is no mandatory paddle gear. Race management will provide kayaks, PFDs, and paddles. You may use your own PFDs and paddles if desired and should drop them off at registration fully bundled/secured together.
Recommended Gear
Prohibited Equipment
- Writing utensil(s) [helpful for marking up maps!]
- Working cell phone (to be kept OFF and used only for emergencies)
- First aid kit in waterproof bag containing, at minimum: 1 bandage (2m long and 7.5cm wide), 1 triangular bandage, 2 sterile wound dressing (7.5cm x 7.5cm), 1 surgical tape, 4 doses antihistamine. Recommended items include analgesics, anti-inflammatory tablets, electrolyte replacement, antidiarrheic, antiseptic cream, and blister treatment.
- Compass
- Water purification method for entire team
Full Time Mandatory Individual Gear [Each team member must have the following at all times]
- Face mask (must fully cover nose and mouth and be easily accessible to racers at all times)
- Whistle
- Space blanket
- Means to carry at least 50 oz. of liquid
- Waterproof jacket (this is mandatory regardless of weather conditions)
- Means to carry mandatory gear (e.g., backpack)
Mandatory Individual Biking Gear [Each team member must have the following on all biking sections.]
- Mountain bike recommended. Any bike is acceptable if you plan to obtain the mandatory points only.
- Bike helmet
- Red flashing rear light
There is no mandatory paddle gear. Race management will provide kayaks, PFDs, and paddles. You may use your own PFDs and paddles if desired and should drop them off at registration fully bundled/secured together.
Recommended Gear
- Long pants, tights, or leg protection
- Bike gloves
- Bike odometer
- Sunglasses or hat with visor
- Bug spray
- Sunscreen
- Waterproof map case or others means of waterproofing maps (a Ziploc bag works great!)
- Waterproof case for phone (double Ziplocs!)
- Tire pump or CO2 cartridges
- Tool kit for bike repairs (e.g., changing a flat, chain repair)
- Spare bike tube
- Duct tape
- Food for the entire race
Prohibited Equipment
- GPS
- Firearms
- Communication devices (other than cell phone to be kept OFF except for emergencies)
- Motorized means of transport
gear list: 3-hour teams
**The 3-hour race contains only foot and biking disciplines.**
Full Time Mandatory Team Gear [1 per team must be carried at all times]
Full Time Mandatory Individual Gear [Each team member must have the following at all times]
Mandatory Individual Biking Gear [Each team member must have the following on all biking sections.]
Recommended Gear
Prohibited Equipment
Full Time Mandatory Team Gear [1 per team must be carried at all times]
- Writing utensil(s) [helpful for marking up maps!]
- Working cell phone (to be kept OFF and used only for emergencies)
- Compass
- Means to carry enough water and food for the entire 1-3 hour race
Full Time Mandatory Individual Gear [Each team member must have the following at all times]
- Face mask (must fully cover nose and mouth and be easily accessible to racers at all times)
Mandatory Individual Biking Gear [Each team member must have the following on all biking sections.]
- Bike. Any bike is acceptable but a mountain bike or bike capable of riding on packed dirt surfaces is recommended for teams wishing to obtain all checkpoints. Child seats or other bike attachments are welcome!
- Bike helmet
- Red flashing rear light
Recommended Gear
- Sunglasses or hat with visor
- Bug spray
- Sunscreen
- Waterproof map case or others means of waterproofing maps (a Ziploc bag works great!)
- Waterproof case for phone (double Ziplocs!)
Prohibited Equipment
- GPS
- Firearms
- Communication devices (other than cell phone to be kept OFF except for emergencies)
- Motorized means of transport
