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2008 INFITERRA SPORTS SPRINT RACE MANDATORY GEAR LIST
The following list is current as of 4/27/08. This list applies to the four Sprint Length Infiterra Sports races in 2008 - The MADNESS, FURY, RAGE SPRINT & CHILL. This list does not apply to the Adventure Rage. Be aware that some items are race specific. See the notes and ***asterisks*** in each section for details. Please see FAQ sections of the message board if you have gear list questions.
The following mandatory gear list includes the minimum requirements for safe travel. Teams are free to bring any additional items they feel necessary provided they are not on the list of forbidden equipment. Check for updates and changes to the gear list before each race. For recommended gear please check out the gear section of the website.
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Full Time Mandatory Gear (to be carried at all times during the race)
Personal (per person)
| Hydration system 60 oz. minimum |
1 |
| Whistle |
1 |
| Compass |
1 |
| Knife w/ fixed or locking blade (2"min - 6"max) |
1 |
| Emergency blanket (complete size - no partial blankets) |
1 |
| Long pants (or tights)* |
1 |
| Long sleeve synthetic shirt* |
1 |
| Waterproof jacket* |
1 |
| Square foot of Hunter's Orange, prominently displayed** |
1 |
*Not mandatory for Rage Sprint.
** Mandatory for December Chill only.
Team (per team)
| Race Passport (provided) |
1 |
| Waterproof map case |
1 |
| Team Cell Phone (turned off) |
1 |
| Dry bag (for cell phone - 2 Ziplocks are OK) |
1 |
| Lighter or waterproof matches (8 matches min) |
1 |
| Contact Paper (8"x8" - for passport) |
1 |
First Aid Kit - Contents to include the following as a minimum
| 3"x3" gauze pads |
3 |
| Roll of medical tape, min 10 ft length, 1/2 in wide |
1 |
| Antibacterial ointment or cream, 0.5 oz |
1 |
| 3” Ace Bandage, min 4 ft length |
1 |
| Painkiller tablets (Acetaminophen, aspirin etc...) |
8 |
| Anti-histamine tablets (Benadryl) |
8 |
Canoeing (to be carried during all paddling sections)
Personal (per person)
| Life jacket (Coast guard type III or better - no inflatables ) |
1 |
| Paddle (Canoe or Kayak style) |
1 |
Team (per team)
*Solos can use kayaks. 1 canoe for 2 person teams; 2 canoes for 4 person teams.
Mountain Biking (to be carried during all mountain biking sections)
Personal (per person)
| Approved mountain bike* |
1 |
| Certified bike safety helmet |
1 |
| Spare tube |
1 |
*Cyclocross, road or tandem bikes are not allowed.
Team (per team)
| Allen Key Set |
1 |
| Set of Tire levers or quick stick |
1 |
| Chain repair tool |
1 |
| Tire pump (cartridges are acceptable, but a pump is recommended) |
1 |
Ropes (to be carried at all times during ropes sections)
Personal (per person)
| Helmet (mtn bike helmet acceptable) |
1 |
| Leather palm gloves (bike gloves acceptable) |
1 |
| Climbing harness (provided - personal harness is optional) |
1 |
All other gear for the ropes is provided.
Notice: Gear checks can and will be done by race officials at anytime during the race.
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