MANDATORY GEAR

These items must be carried by an individual or one team member during the entire race.

Compass

UTM Reader

Topo maps - To be distributed on race day.

A waterproof map case

Waterproof pen

MANDATORY FIRST AID KIT

These first aid items must be carried by an individual or one team member during the entire race.

3 doses of painkiller/anti inflammatory (Excedrin, ibuprofen, etc.)

Moleskin/compeed (enough for each team member)

1 roll of 1" waterproof medical tape or equivalent amount of duct tape

3 Band aids


MANDATORY INDIVIDUAL EQUIPMENT

The following gear must be carried at all times by each participant:

Container(s) in which to carry at least 1 liter of water

Emergency blanket

Knife (1.5" blade or longer)

Synthetic long sleeve top

Waterproof jacket

Whistle

Wool or synthetic hat

Gloves (long fingered)

Duct tape (optional but recommended)

MANDATORY EQUIPMENT FOR SPECIFIC SECTIONS OF THE RACE

• Bike Helmet
• Mountain Bike (No road or cross bikes)
• Red rear-mounted light
• Extra tube
• Bike repair kit (only one per team)
• Tire pump and/or CO2 cartridge inflator
• Patch kit
• Tire Levers
• Multi tool