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Mountain R.A.T.S. Mandatory Gear List The following is a list of mandatory gear and will be checked at race registration and checkpoints throughout the course. An updated mandatory gear list will be sent to racers in their race packet.
Mountain R.A.T.S. Total Gear List Backpack: Backpacks should be between 2000 and 3000 cu. in. in size. Sleeping Bag (mandatory): Sleeping bags should be rated to approximately 0F but bags rated to 20F should be fine. Remember, this is the only piece of equipment we will transport for you so the carrying size is not a factor. Food (mandatory): Bring a variety of food including freeze –dried food, sports bars, electrolyte drink mix. Be sure to have full meals for breakfast and dinner. We suggest approximately 12,000 calories (6 lbs). Headlamp (mandatory): There are a variety of headlamps that will work. While some people like to use flashlights while running, we suggest a headlamp for around camp. Compass (mandatory): There is no size requirement for a compass…as long as it points north. Some compasses have a mirror which will fill the mirror requirement. Knife (mandatory): Any knife with a folding blade. You may find a small multi-tool would be helpful. Whistle (mandatory): Any whistle will work, backpacks with a whistle built in to the clip is acceptable. Emergency Safety Bag (mandatory): Because of the possible extreme nature if this event we require that you carry a safety bag (not blanket). Sun shade hat: Baseball cap or equivalent Sunglasses: Any brand is fine, be sure to bring some sort of cover to protect against scratches. Signaling mirror (mandatory): While there is no size requirement for mirrors, it must be large enough to signal in case of emergency (dental mirror is not acceptable). Shoes: We recommend you wear trail or running shoes and size them ˝ to 1 ˝ sizes larger than you normally wear. Rain jacket (mandatory): rain jacket should be breathable with pit zips (or a poncho) Rain pants (mandatory): lightweight pants with zips to fit over shoes is suggested. Insulating layers (mandatory): mid to heavy weight layers are strongly suggested, some may want to bring a light down jacket. Hat/gloves: fleece hat and gloves are strongly recommended Emergency strobe (mandatory): must rated to be visible up to two miles away, flashing LEDs are not acceptable Light weight running shirt/shorts (mandatory): Days will get very warm and you will need something to run/hike in. Glow stick (mandatory): must be at least 4” long Hiking Poles: Try them out before you take them on the trail and are forced to carry them for four days. Socks: we suggest that you bring at least one pair per day. Bandanna/small towel: This will be appreciated at camp at night. Gaiters: Some like to bring gaiter, if you do, do not bring full mountaineering gaiters. There will be very little if any snow, some people like to use them to keep out the small rocks. Hydration system: While only 40 oz is required at any one time we suggest that you have the capability to carry 100 oz. Most racers like to do some combination of bladder in a pack and a handheld. Flip flops: You will want to get out of your shoes after the stage and this is the lightest cheapest way to go. Sun screen/lip balm: altitude, sun and the dry Colorado air will make these items very important. Drinking/eating utensils: We will provide hot water in the morning and at night so you will need spoon, fork, insulated mug and a bowl to hold hot food. Foot care supplies: needles, mole skin, tape and alcohol are all highly recommended MP3 player: you may want to carry extra batteries, there will be no way to charge a battery Book: tear out pages to make it easier to transport Camera Fluid /electrolyte replacement: e-caps are recommended and the easiest way to carry enough electrolytes for the entire race Tissues Aspirin/ibuprofen Zip-lock plastic bags Toothpaste/toothbrush Foam pad: you will need to carry your sleeping pad so an inflatable pads are recommended Contact accessories Other drink mixes: coffee, tea etc
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