Tips‎ > ‎

Packing List

Checklist for Each Runner

We will have little space in the van(s).  Each runner is allowed to bring no more than 1 medium-sized duffel bag and 1 camelback or purse-sized bag into the vans.

  • 3 pairs of running shorts
  • 3 tops + 3 sport bras
  • 3 pairs of socks
  • 1-2 pairs of shoes (3 if rain is in the forecast)
  • Comfortable clothing for between legs
  • Sweatshirt/Jacket
  • Sweatpants
  • Reflective vest (captain has extras)
  • Headlamp (captain has extras)
  • Flashlight 
  • Sunglasses or hat
  • Towel
  • Small sleeping bag
  • Light-blocking sleeping mask & ear plugs
  • Toiletries
  • Sunscreen 
  • Cash
  • Food (Van will have a large supply of powdered gatorade and Fluid Recovery Drink, bananas, bagels, and jugs of water) 
  • Water bottle 
  • Printout of your 3 legs
    • REQUIRED. These are adventure races.  Teams are responsible for self-navigation.
  • Charged cell phone (doubles as an alarm clock)
  • Cell phone charger

Optional Gear 

  • The Stick 
  • Sleeping pad 
  • Small pillow 
  • Wet wipes 
  • Bug spray
  • Digital camera
  • GPS watch
  • Rain gear  
  • Music Player (if allowed on course.   Players with headphones not allowed in WWR, R2R, BC)
  • CDs 
  • Sandals  
  • Advil 
  • Gels
  • Swimsuit 

Checklist for Each Van 

  • Race Handbooks
  • Van Directions
  • Detailed Area Map 
  • Cell phone contact list for all runners 
  • Walkie Talkies (optional, use only if there are 2 vans)
  • Clipboard with sheet to record timing 
  • PDA with timing program (optional)
  • Writing utensils
  • 2 stopwatches 
  • Ground tarp (optional, for sleeping)
  • Trash bags 
  • Zip lock bags 
  • Water
  • Powdered Gatorade & Fluid Recovery Drink
  • Bagels & Bananas 
  • Cooler
  • Ice
  • Ice packs
  • First-aid kit (band-aids, moleskins, ace bandages, neosporin)
  • Toilet paper and paper towels 
  • Extra flashlights 
  • Audio adapter for MP3 or CD player for music during the drive
  • Power adapter for charging cell phones, etc
  • Energy drinks for the drivers

Checklist for Post-race Hikers (if applicable)

  • Hiking Shoes
  • Camelback
  • Digital Camera
  • Tent
  • Camping stove + gas 
Comments