Monday, May 15, 2006

Adventure Race Details - July 15

The Adventure Race looms. A day of fun and activity, and for some, an attempt at not coming in last. I went through the event details, and here are some items that stuck out:

Competition Format
  • Trail Running
  • Mountain Biking
  • Multiple Events (including water)
  • Climbing
The Gear: All teams will be required to bring the following gear. Race officials will check all gear upon check-in at 8 a.m.:

Mandatory Team Equipment
  • First Aid Kit suitable for three people
  • 3” Adhesive Bandages
  • 1 Ace Bandage
  • Mole Skin
  • Antibiotic ointment
  • Electrolyte replacement tablets
  • Sunscreen
  • Tylenol or equivalent
Mandatory Personal Bike Equipment
  • Mountain Bike (No Road Bikes or Cross Bikes)
  • Bike Helmet
Recommended Team Equipment
  • Multi-tool
  • 2 Spare tubes
  • Patch kit
  • 1 waterproof map/passport holder (Highly recommended)
I apologize to J-Mac right now for not having half of the required or recommended gear.

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