***This is the gear list for the 2021 Maine Summer Adventure Race. We anticipate that this year's event will have similar requirements. Check back closer to the race date for the finalized gear list.***
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.]
Mandatory Packraft Gear [Each team member must have the following on all packraft sections. Teams choosing not to packraft do not need this gear.]
Mandatory Kayak Gear [Each team member must have the following on all kayak sections.]
Recommended Gear
Prohibited Equipment
- Face mask to be worn where social distancing is not possible
- Writing utensil(s) [helpful for marking up maps!]
- Working cell phone (to be kept OFF and used only for emergencies. We recommend putting this in a waterproof bag.)
- First aid kit in waterproof bag. Recommended contents include: assorted bandages and wound dressings, antihistamine, analgesics, anti-inflammatory tablets, electrolyte replacement, antidiarrheal, antiseptic cream, blister treatment, and personal medications.
- Compass
- Water purification method for entire team (for example, iodine tablets or filtration system)
Full Time Mandatory Individual Gear [Each team member must have the following 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 including spare tubes that fit your tire size, 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
Mandatory Packraft Gear [Each team member must have the following on all packraft sections. Teams choosing not to packraft do not need this gear.]
- Packrafts to fit entire team and their gear
- PFD (type-III or higher) per racer
- Paddle per racer
- Glowsticks (100mm or longer, such as these) and zipties: 1 glowstick per racer AND 1 glowstick 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 2 glowsticks for boats, a total of 5 glowsticks.
Mandatory Kayak Gear [Each team member must have the following on all kayak sections.]
- Kayak [provided by race management]
- PFD (type-III or higher) per racer [provided by race management]
- Paddle per racer [provided by race management]
- All teams will have access to their paddle bags before and after each paddle section, so you may use your own PFD and paddles for these sections if you choose. Teams who are not bringing their own paddle gear can still pack 1 paddle bag with extra food or other 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
- Pedometer
- 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
- Face mask to be worn where social distancing is not possible
- Writing utensil(s) [helpful for marking up maps!]
- Working cell phone (to be kept OFF and used only for emergencies. We recommend putting this in a waterproof bag.)
- First aid kit in waterproof bag. Recommended contents include: assorted bandages and wound dressings, antihistamine, analgesics, anti-inflammatory tablets, electrolyte replacement, antidiarrheal, antiseptic cream, blister treatment, and personal medications.
- Compass
- Water purification method for entire team (for example, iodine tablets or filtration system)
Full Time Mandatory Individual Gear [Each team member must have the following 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
- Pedometer
- 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 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. Racers may participate without a bike, but those who plan to bike should bring the following gear.]
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
- First aid kit in waterproof bag. Recommended contents include: assorted bandages and wound dressings, antihistamine, analgesics, anti-inflammatory tablets, electrolyte replacement, antidiarrheal, antiseptic cream, blister treatment, and personal medications.
Full Time Individual Gear [Each team member must have the following at all times]
- Face mask to be worn where social distancing is not possible
Mandatory Individual Biking Gear [Each team member must have the following on all biking sections. Racers may participate without a bike, but those who plan to bike should bring the following gear.]
- 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 or reflector
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
- Pedometer
- Firearms
- Communication devices (other than cell phone to be kept OFF except for emergencies)
- Motorized means of transport
