* Cycling helmet
* Leather gloves (any full fingered leather work gloves will do) (bike gloves are ok)
* Gear will be provided; you provide your cycling helmet & gloves. No personal climbing gear
Gear to be carried at ALL times by EACH person:
* Knife w/ 1.5 inch min. blade length
* Water-resistant jacket (a poncho is not a jacket, in case you're thinking that)
* Whistle
* Emergency space blanket
* Running/Hiking Shoes (not carried while on foot)
* Compass and second team safety compass
Gear to be carried at ALL times by ONE person on each team:
* First aid kit- Contents to include the following as a minimum:
> (3) 4"x4" gauze pads
> (1) roll of medical tape
> Antibacterial ointment or cream - 1/2 ounce minimum.
> 3 inch Ace Bandage
> (2) safety pins
> (10) painkiller tablets (Acetaminophen, aspirin etc...)
> (10) anti-inflammatory tablets (Ibuprofen etc...)
> 4 ounces Sunscreen (15 SPF min.)
> Duct Tape- 3 Yards
> Minimum of Two (2) Black Sharpie Permanent Markers (medium point recommended)
*
Secondary cell phone for use in the event of injury (need depending on route selection, details to be provided at pre-race meeting)
* Personal ID (1 each) to be carried at all times. With your ID; you should include relevant medical information for medical personal.
* Waterproof map case (1 per team) (zip-lock bags are NOT recommended)
Suggested/Optional Items:
* Clothes suitable for bushwhacking
NOTE: We will have unannounced gear checks during the race, so be prepared.
