INDIVIDUAL GEAR - Each racer must have the following in their possession at all times during the race:
- Personal food and water/electrolytes for duration of the event
- Compass
- Headlamp
- Whistle
- Emergency blanket
- Rain coat
TEAM GEAR - Each team must have the following in their possession at all times during the race:
- Pen or fine point Sharpee
- Cell phone (must be kept on airplane mode at all times, used only for photos or emergencies. No mapping or GPS functions.)
- First aid kit
- Map case or waterproof container for maps/course instructions
BIKE GEAR - Each racer must have the following in their possession at all times during the bike leg:
- Bike capable of off-road travel (we STRONGLY recommend mountain bikes, as some optional checkpoints will be located on singletrack trails that contain steep inclines, roots, and sandy/muddy spots)
- Properly fitting bike helmet
- Front mounted white bike light
- Rear mounted red bike light (small flashing light OK)
- Bike repair kit (one per team, containing at least the following)
----- Tire pump or CO2 inflator
----- Bike multi tool
----- 1 spare bike tube OR tube patch (OR tubeless plug kit if using tubeless tires) per bike on the team.