24-hour race required gear
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. 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 Paddle Gear [Each team member must have the following on all paddle sections.]
Canoe (or kayak for solo racers) [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.
glow sticks (2 per racer)
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
8-hour race required gear
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. 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. This will mean you skip around half the total biking.
Bike helmet
Red flashing rear light
Mandatory Paddle Gear [Each team member must have the following on all paddle sections.]
Canoe (or kayak for solo racers) [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 other 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
3-hour race required gear
**The 3-hour race contains only foot and biking disciplines.**
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.
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
Long pants, tights, or other leg protection
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