GEAR LIST (MANDATORY)

*		Must be carried one per team during specific segments
**		Must be carried by individual during specific segments
~		Must be carried one per team during entire event
~~		Must be carried by individual during entire event
		Other items may be kept in the transition area

ENTIRE EVENT
~~Backpack
~Blank Paper
~Chem Light
~Compass
~Duct Tape (minimum 5')
~~Emergency Space Blanket
~~Extra Socks
~First Aid Kit: Bandages, Ibuprofen
~~Food and Water
~~Hydration Bladder or Bottles (minimum 70 oz capacity)
~~Headlamp or Flashlight (w/extra batteries)
Insect Repellent
~Knife (minimum 3" blade)
~Lighter or Waterproof Matches
~Pencil, Marker, and Crayon
Plotting Tool for UTM Coordinates on 1:24,000
Straightedge (Yardstick)
Sunscreen
~Waterproof Map Case
~Water purifier (Iodine Tablets or Filter)
~~Whistle

CYCLING
**Bicycle
**Helmet
**Front Light (w/ extra batteries)
**Rear Light, Red Flashing (w/ extra batteries)
*Tire Repair Kit: Tube, patches, tire levers, and pump
*Tools: 3, 4, 5, 6, and 8mm Hex Wrenches; Pedal Wrench; Small Philips & Straight Screwdrivers

CLIMBING / ROPES
~ATC
~Carabiners (3) - one must be locking
~Chest Harness or 1" webbing loop to make figure-8 chest harness
~Climbing Harness
~Cordelette: 8' of 5-8 mm cordelette (static)
~~Gloves
~Rope: 200' total of 5mm (3/16") or larger any type rope (ONLY if your team is sharing climbing gear)
NOTE: Minimum requirement is one set of these items per team. By carrying one set per person, your team will move through the ropes sections much faster.

CANOE
Paddles and PFD are provided. You may bring your own PFD or paddles but be prepared to carry them. A "third seat" for the canoe is recommended.

    

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