gobi march (china) 2013
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gobi march (china) 2013
GOBI MARCH (CHINA) 2013 EQUIPMENT LIST MANDATORY EQUIPMENT RECOMMENDED MAKES AND MODELS ARE SHOWN BELOW EACH ITEM. YOUR EQUIPMENT WILL BE REVIEWED AT COMPETITOR CHECK-IN IN CHINA TO ENSURE THAT YOU HAVE ALL OF THE MANDATORY ITEMS. FAILURE TO HAVE AN ITEM WILL RESULT IN A PENALTY OR NOT BEING ALLOWED TO START THE EVENT. Note: The ‘X’ indicates items that are available at The Outdoor Store. All store items can be found using the “Shop By Activity” option: Gobi March (China) Use the “Compare Products” feature to see which items suit you best. MANDATORY EQUIPMENT Store Comments Qty. Item/Type GEAR 1) BACKPACK / RUCKSACK Capable of carrying all of the Mandatory and Optional Equipment you choose. Approximately 25 - 30L backpack is optimal. Note: There is no one backpack model that works for everyone. 1 Berghaus Octans 25 Lightweight Trail Sport backpack. X Inov-8 Racepac 32 An elite, functional lightweight hydration-compatible pack. X Inov-8 Race Elite 25 An extreme lightweight pack ideal for mountain marathons and longer runs. X Inov-8 Racepac 25 An elite, functional lightweight hydration-compatible pack. X OMM Jirishanca 35RL MSC Lightweight, tough and rugged pack with plenty of room. X OMM Classic Marathon 32L The definitive lightweight pack for those who want to carry more equipment. X OMM Classic Marathon 25L The definitive lightweight pack for those who want to travel light. X Osprey Exos 34 Pack Lightweight, functional backpack. X Osprey Hornet 32 A super light highly ventilated hydration-compatible pack for those who carry more. X Osprey Talon 33 A lightweight but hardcore backpack. X Raidlight Runner R-Light – 30L Ultra-light & multifunctional. 30 litre (backpack) + 1 bottle. X Inov-8 Racepac 2 Compact chest pouch adds versatility and additional storage options. X OMM Waist Pouch 3L Use with a pack with shorter back; Adventure Light or Classic 25. X Raidlight Endurance Pouch Small zipped independent pouch. X Raidlight Equilibre Front-Pack 4L Enhances gear accessibility and balance. X Raidlight Trail Front Pack Compact pack mostly made of mesh for complete breathability. X Salomon Custom Front Pocket Customizable chest bag system with two water bottle holders. X Pack Accessories Page 1 of 18 © Copyright RacingThePlanet Events Limited 2013. All rights reserved. GOBI MARCH (CHINA) 2013 EQUIPMENT LIST MANDATORY EQUIPMENT Store 3) Qty. 2) Item/Type Comments Salomon Custom Zipped Pocket Customizable waist belt bag system. X The Rough Country® shoulder pads Attach these pads to the shoulder straps of any backpack for extra padding to increase the comfort. X SLEEPING BAG The minimum requirement combination of sleeping bag plus bag liner is 5°C/41°F. If you feel the cold you may want to look at a combination below this temperature. Note 1: Some models listed below are rated below 5°C / 41°F. These are for consideration by those who want to ensure they are not cold. Note 2: See the optional equipment list for details on Bag Liners which can add up to 6°C/10°F to the rating of your sleeping bag. Big Agnes Pitchpine with Air Core Mummy Pad (regular and long available) Light-weight, high-thread count and mummy-shaped bag down to 5°C/40°F. Integrated pad sleeve. X Marmot Arroyo Light-weight goose down sleeping bag with temperature rating of -1°C/30°F. X Marmot Atom Light-weight with high-quality down. Temperature rated down to 5°C/40°F. X Marmot Axiom 45 Sleeping Bag Synthetic Thermal R high loft insulation provides durable warmth. Temperature rated down to 7°C/45°F. X Marmot NanoWave Sleeping Bag DWR-treated polyester taffeta fabric sheds moisture. Temperature rated down to 7°C/45°F. X Marmot Plasma (40F/4C & 30F/1C models) Incredibly lightweight Pertex fabric that is water-resistant and breathable. Two rating options. X MontBell UL SSP Down Hugger #3 Sleeping Bag Features Super Spiral Stretch System. Temperature rated down to 4°C/40°F. X Mountain Hardwear Phantom 32 (women’s specific model available) Light, warm, & compact. Offers versatility. Temperature rated down to 0°C/32°F. X Western Mountaineering Summerlite Light-weight, fully-baffled bag with a full zipper and insulation. Temperature rated down to 0°C/32°F. X Western Mountaineering Highlight Light-weight and low bulk. Temperature rated down to 2°C/35°F. X HEADLAMP & BACK-UP LIGHT Competitors are required to carry both a headlamp and a back-up light source during the event. The backup light must be of equal strength to the primary headlamp - it can be either another headlamp or a handheld torch. Black Diamond Cosmo LED A primary light source that shines up to 28 meters. X Black Diamond Gizmo LED A quality back-up light source. Shines for 25 meters but has a low number of lumens. X Black Diamond Spot LED A great primary light source. Shines for 34-70 meters. X Page 2 of 18 © Copyright RacingThePlanet Events Limited 2013. All rights reserved. 1 2 GOBI MARCH (CHINA) 2013 EQUIPMENT LIST MANDATORY EQUIPMENT Store Qty. Item/Type Comments Petzl e+LITE Headlamp Should only be considered as a back-up light source. Shines for 11-19 meters but has a low number of lumens. X Petzl Tikka 2 A great primary light source. Shines for 13-29 meters. X Petzl Tikka 2 Plus A great primary light source. Shines for 13-35 meters. X Princeton Tec EOS Headlamp A great primary light source with 50 lumens and light distance of 50 meters. X Princeton Tec Scout Headlamp A quality back-up light source with 10 lumens and light distance of 8-15 meters. X COMPASS Any model will be adequate. Note: There is no navigation in the event; this is to be carried as part of your emergency gear. Compass on a watch is NOT sufficient. Silva 40 Watch Compass Fits nicely on a watch strap. X Silva Thermometer Compass A handy compass with integrated thermometer. X Silva 1 Explorer Compass 1S360 Luminous points for night navigation. X Silva Compass Carabiner 9 A handy compass with integrated carabiner. X 5) SAFETY PINS Used for attaching your bib number and event patch to your clothing and backpack, as well as during the event for other uses. Heavy duty, large safety pins are best. 20 6) KNIFE / MULTI-TOOL A small knife or multi-tool has multiple uses during the event. A pair of scissors is not a multi-tool. 1 4 Deserts SwissCard All the essential multi-tool items (knife, scissors, etc.) in a compact card form. X Gerber Clutch Mini-Tool Another good tool in a small package. X Gerber Shortcut Mini-Tool A good tool in a small package. X Leatherman Knives Compact and functional with great styling. X Victorinox Classic SD Compact & convenient keychain size knife. X WHISTLE To attract attention in case of an emergency. Note that many backpacks include a whistle on the buckle – this is NOT sufficient for this item of equipment. You must have an emergency whistle. If you do not have one of the brands below then it must be equivalent. Coghlan’s Safety Whistle Four features in one compact package. X Jetscream Safety Whistle Flat enough to fit in your pocket. X MIRROR To attract attention in case of emergency. Reflect the sun off the mirror to draw attention to yourself. 4) 7) 8) Page 3 of 18 © Copyright RacingThePlanet Events Limited 2013. All rights reserved. 1 X 1 1 GOBI MARCH (CHINA) 2013 EQUIPMENT LIST MANDATORY EQUIPMENT Comments Coghlan's Featherweight Mirror Made of strong, unbreakable acrylic material. SURVIVAL BIVVY BAG Must be made of reflective material. Bivvys or bags are recommended over blankets because blankets trap less body heat. Adventure Medical Kits Headsheet 105 grams / 3.7 ounces emergency bivvy X Adventure Medical Kits ThermoLite 195 grams / 6.9 ounces bivvy sack X Space All Weather Blanket Protection in blanket form X Space Brand Emergency Bag Protection in a lightweight, compact bag X Space Brand Emergency Blanket Protects against elements of nature X The Rough Country® Emergency Blanket Protection in a lightweight, compact bag X SUNSCREEN 30 ml / 1 fl oz minimum Choose a high SPF brand which is waterproof, sweat proof and non-greasy. It is recommended to bring the required amount in two separate containers in case one is lost or difficult to find. 12) X 1 1 Sunscreen plus lasting protection from blood-seeking insects. X Cancer Council Australia Active Sunscreen Sunscreen with Mineral Silica. X Dermatone Sunblock Lotion with Z-Cote - SPF 36 Waterproof & moisturizing. Z-cote adds essential protection against UVA rays. X Dermatone No-Touch Sunblock Lotion - SPF 30 Fragrance free, waterproof and sweat proof. Dermatone Sun & Bug Combo, SPF 25 with Insect Repellent Insect repellent for 3 hours, UVA & UVB protection; water proof and sweat proof. X Rocky Mountain Sunscreen Sport Cream SPF 30 Breathable and non-greasy. Free of PABA, fragrances, wheat, gluten, glycol and nut oils. X Rocky Mountain Sunscreen Titanium Dioxide SPF 50 Moisturizing and non-greasy with titanium dioxide. Free of PABA, fragrance, wheat, gluten, glycol and nut oils. X SmartShield SPF 30 Sunscreen Lotion with Avobenzone A light, oil-free formula that is waterproof and sweat proof. Bushman Plus Dry Gel 11) Store 10) Qty. 9) Item/Type LIP SUNSCREEN X X 1 Dermatone Medicated Lip Balm Protects and conditions lips. X Dermatone Lip ‘n Face Protection Crème with Z-Cote, SPF 30 Great for skin that is super sensitive to the sun (highly recommended by dermatologists to prevent skin cancer.) X Dermatone Spot Protection Stick Protects lips against sun, wind and cold. X Rocky Mountain Sunscreen Lip Balm SPF30 PABA free and contains aloe vera and Vitamin B. BLISTER KIT The following is a minimum requirement, but you may Page 4 of 18 © Copyright RacingThePlanet Events Limited 2013. All rights reserved. 1 GOBI MARCH (CHINA) 2013 EQUIPMENT LIST MANDATORY EQUIPMENT Store Comments Qty. Item/Type need more supplies based on your experience and prior history of foot blisters. You should try to anticipate the amount of supplies you might need. Note that if you do not bring enough supplies, you could be at risk of developing more severe blisters that could jeopardise your ability to finish the race. • 10 alcohol wipes • 2 hypodermic needles or safety pins • 1 roll of paper tape (i.e. micropore) • 1 roll of elastic tape (i.e. Elastikon) • 5 second skin or Compede pads * Lubricant such as Bodyglide or Loob is also highly recommended. Foot powder is recommended for feet that sweat a lot. 13) Blist-o-Ban Highly recommended. Prevent blisters from forming, because the easiest way to treat blisters is to not get them in the first place. X Compeed Anti Blister Stick Help preventing blisters X Compeed Blister Patch Help preventing blisters X Spenco 2nd Skin Jar 48 - 3" Circles (non-sterile) Helps protect hot spots against friction and pressure, reducing the chance of blisters and skin irritation. This size is good for blisters covering a larger area - they can also be cut down to a smaller size. X Spenco 2nd Skin Jar 200 - 1" Squares (non-sterile) Helps protect hot spots against friction and pressure, reducing the chance of blisters and skin irritation. Standard size. X Spenco 2nd Skin Adhesive Knit Used to hold 2nd Skin® Moist Pads in place and or anywhere on the body to prevent rubbing, chafing or friction which can cause calluses and blisters. Made from a highly breathable, medical grade non-woven fabric with the ability to stretch, conform and fit securely against the skin. X The Rough Country® Blister Kit (highly recommended) Has all the required items and comes with a simple, practical instruction sheet. You should seek advice from your doctor about any medication that you plan to take during the race, including any form of painkillers. If you take painkillers, Tylenol / Paracetamol / Acetaminophen are preferred over anti-inflammatory medications such as Ibuprofen / Neurofen / Advil / Motrin / Naprosyn and others. It is NOT advised to take anti-inflammatory medication on the course. Please read the expert article called Painkillers Used during Ultramarathons, for more details. X MEDICATION Bring enough so that you are not dependent Page 5 of 18 © Copyright RacingThePlanet Events Limited 2013. All rights reserved. 12 GOBI MARCH (CHINA) 2013 EQUIPMENT LIST MANDATORY EQUIPMENT Store Comments Qty. Item/Type on medication from the event medical team. Note that using other competitor’s medication and consuming heavy quantities of painkillers can be extremely dangerous. 14) 15) 16) 17) ALCOHOL GEL 60 ml / 2 fl oz minimum Alcohol wipes CANNOT replace alcohol gel, but you may choose to carry both. Purell Hand Sanitizer Kills 99.9% of most common germs. TOILET TISSUE and WIPES WET A must for toilet use. No tissues will be provided by Event Staff. It is recommended to bring wet wipes in addition to toilet tissue to clean yourself (5-10 wipes per day are recommended). 1 X 7 4 Deserts Tablet Towels Durable and full-sized 10" x 10”. Nine towels per pack. Compacted in a convenient tablet size; add water to use. X Kleenex Deluxe Tissues Pockets Pack Soft, gentle Kleenex® tissues. X Wet Ones Moist Towelette with Vitamin E & Aloe Clean-up anytime. Thick and soft. RED FLASHING LIGHT This red flashing light is required IN ADDITION to your headlamp and back-up light. This is to be attached to the rear of your backpack and to be switched on when you are on the course in the dark. 1 X Flashing LED Safety Light Flashing LED Safety Light. COMPRESSION BANDAGE Compression bandage forms part of your emergency equipment. The minimum size is 7.5 cm / 3 inches high x 4.5 m / 14 feet long (the roll is approximately 6 cm / 2.4 inches in diameter). It must be carried at all times on the course. It can be used for many purposes including: • Strapping an ankle / knee • As a sling for an arm injury, • Bandaging a lesion or head wound to prevent bleeding and more 1 LIGHTWEIGHT JACKET Men’s Jackets Women’s Jackets Many brands are appropriate, but make sure that the jacket will keep you warm at night when it can get cold. Another option is to use base-layer clothing. 1 2XU Elite Cruize Jacket, Soft Shell Membrane Jacket, Elite Run Jacket, Road Combat Spray, Orix Jacket, Fleece Jacket, Lite Run Jacket, Perform Jacket. X Icebreaker Quantum Hooded Jacket, Rock Zip Top, Rapid Zip Thru Jacket, Pace Zip Top, Sprint Zip Top. X Marmot Zion Jacket, Speed Light Jacket, Nano Jacket, Hyper X X CLOTHING 18) Page 6 of 18 © Copyright RacingThePlanet Events Limited 2013. All rights reserved. GOBI MARCH (CHINA) 2013 EQUIPMENT LIST MANDATORY EQUIPMENT Store Comments Qty. Item/Type Jacket, Minimalist Jacket, Vapor Trail Hoody, Power Stretch Jacket, Tempo Jacket, Essence Jacket. 19) Montane Featherlite Marathon Jacket, Minimus Jacket, Slipstream Jacket. X Mountain Hardwear Quark Jacket, Apparition Jacket, Monkey Jacket, Effusion Power Jacket, Nitrous Jacket, Geist Jacket, etc. X Orca Lite Jacket. X Patagonia Capilene Zip-ups (1-4), Guide Jacket, Alpine Wind Jacket, Down Sweater, Nano Puff Hoody, Micro Puff Jacket. X Raidlight Ultralight Jacket, Desert Shirt, Microfleece Trail Raider, Microfleece Trail Raider Girl, R-Light Jacket, Top Extreme Girl Jacket, Top Mountain Run. X Salomon XT Softshell Jacket. X LONG SLEEVE / SHORT SLEEVE T-SHIRT Men's Technical Shirts Women's Technical Shirts For sun and sweat protection. Should be made of a quick dry material. Wear long-sleeves if you are sensitive to the sun. 2XU PWX Men's Compression Long Sleeve Top, 2XU Thermal L/S Base Layer, PWX Compression L/S Top, Raven Base Thermal, Velocity S/S Run Top, Elite Run Singlet, Comp S/S Run Top. X CW-X Ventilator Web Top, Versatx Web Top. X ExOfficio Neptune Short Sleeve Tee. X Icebreaker Icebreaker Superfine 150 Anaconda V, Icebreaker Bodyfit 200 Contour, Icebreaker Bodyfit 150 Atlas, Icebreaker GT 200 Sprint Zip, GT200 LS Sprint Crewe T-Shirt, GT200 Women’s Pace Zip Top. X Marmot Performance shirts made of DriClime® UpCycle® and fabric. X Mammut Longsleeve Warm-Quality. X Mountain Hardwear Several models. Koolknit™ moisture wicking shirts that keep you dry and cool. X OMM Vector Tee, Rapid Zip Top, Vector Zip Top. X Orca Core Lite shirts made of natural Merino Wool. X Outdoor Research Echo Tee, Echo Duo Tee. X Raidlight Performance Shirt for Women, Performer Jersey MC, Performer Long Shirt, R-Dry Short Sleeves Shirt. X Skins Sport and SHE Tops. X Salomon XR 1/2 Zip Tech Tee, XT softshell LS 1/2 Zip Tee (male), Fleet LS II ½ Zip Tee. X Patagonia Long Sleeved Thermal Flyer Shirt. X Page 7 of 18 © Copyright RacingThePlanet Events Limited 2013. All rights reserved. 2 GOBI MARCH (CHINA) 2013 EQUIPMENT LIST MANDATORY EQUIPMENT TIGHTS / SHORTS One pair of shorts / tights / pants is required. It is recommended to bring at least one pair of long tights or pants as it can get very cold. Lighter colours reduce heat absorption. Men's Tights / Men’s Shorts Women's Tights / Women’s shorts 21) 22) Store Comments Qty. 20) Item/Type 2 2XU Tights and Shorts Performance compression tights. X CW-X Tights and Shorts (Stabilyx, Pro, Expert, Ventilator) Compression gear that provides support to key muscle groups and joints. X Icebreaker GT 200 Men's Sprint Legging, GT 200 Women's Pace Legless, GT260 Women’s Express Legless. X Marmot Lightweight Bottom. X Montane Sonic Shorts Lightweight multi-activity shorts. X Mountain Hardwear Power Stretch Tights (men), Solano Shorts (women), Canyon Shorts (men), Women’s Arroyo Shorts. X Orca Tights and Shorts Performance compression tights. X OMM OMM Flash Tights. Available in 1 (full length), 0.75 (threequarter length) and 0.5 (half-length / shorts). X Salomon Shorts and compression tights including Exo II Wings TW Short, Exo IV 3/4 Collant, Exo IV 3/4 Tight W, XR Short W. X SKINS Tights and Shorts (Sport, She, or ICE Series) Body-moulded compression gear aimed at providing support and muscle alignment. X Zensah High Compression Tights, Long Compression Tights, Compression Shorts, Compression Capri Tights. X SHOES Men's Trail Running Shoes Women's Trail Running Shoes Competitors wear trail or running shoes. * Remember to buy your shoes 1 to 2 sizes larger than you would normally wear to account for swelling and tape for blisters. This is very important. Asics (trail and road) Lightweight and with great GEL cushioning system. X Columbia (trail) Lightweight and durable trail running shoes. X Inov-8 (trail) Lightweight and with great grip. X Montrail (trail) Durable, lightweight trail running shoes. X Newton (trail and road) Breathable and lightweight, made to mimic the advantages of barefoot running. X New Balance (trail and road) Versatile, lightweight trail running shoes. X Raidlight (trail) Innovative shoe that is designed to be versatile and dynamic. X Salomon (trail) Versatile, lightweight trail running shoes. X Vasque (trail) Low profile anatomically-moulded midsole that uses contouring and smart cushioning to get runners physically closer to the trail. SOCKS 6-7 pairs are recommended to allow a fresh pair for each day but only 2 pairs are compulsory. Many Page 8 of 18 © Copyright RacingThePlanet Events Limited 2013. All rights reserved. 1 2 GOBI MARCH (CHINA) 2013 EQUIPMENT LIST MANDATORY EQUIPMENT Store Comments Qty. Item/Type competitors wear two layers. 23) 24) 2XU Recovery Sock / Calf Guard Delivers performance benefits during and post exercise. X CW-X Compression Socks The patented built-in Support Web™ to support your feet. X DryMax Run Crew Socks Padded socks designed with a Dual Layer Moisture Removal System X DryMax Trail Run ¼ Crew High Socks Comes with extra foot protection for the trails and an antiblister system X Injinji Crew Toe Toe-fit socks, superb performance X Injinji Mini-Crew Toe Toe-fit socks, superb performance X Skins Sport Powersox Compression socks increase circulation to the calves, increasing performance and facilitating faster recovery X SmartWool Adrenaline Light Crew Durable, sweat-wicking socks SmartWool Adrenaline Mini Crew Durable, sweat-wicking socks Teko Socks Lightweight, quick-drying comfort Thyo Trek Compostelle High Sock Contains synthetic fibers which evacuate moisture to the Gore-Tex of the shoe X Toe Toe Socks Thin-Liner toe socks are finely knitted with Coolmax material X X X X HEADGEAR / CAPS It is required that you wear a cap with a neck cover such as legionnaire design, or have a Buff® with your cap. 2XU Run Cap Quick-drying cap with a mesh liner. X 4 Deserts / RacingThePlanet Cap Baseball-style caps. X Columbia Freezer Ball Cap A baseball-style cap with Omni-Freeze® technology to keep your head cool. X Inov-8 Hot Peak 60 Breathable stretch mesh, fast wicking. X Outdoor Research Helios Sun Cap 50+ UPF rating with a brim. Outdoor Research Swift Cap Quick-drying cap with a mesh liner. X Outdoor Research Ferrosi Cap A breathable, lightweight soft shell cap. X Raidlight Sahara Cap Lightweight cap designed for running and walking in hot climates. X Sea-To-Summit The Mullet Cap With a multi-position, removable neck flap. X WARM HAT For warmth. A Buff® CANNOT substitute the warm hat. Berghaus Power Stretch Beanie Icebreaker Pocket 200 1 X 1 X Soft and comfortable (for men and women). Page 9 of 18 © Copyright RacingThePlanet Events Limited 2013. All rights reserved. X GOBI MARCH (CHINA) 2013 EQUIPMENT LIST MANDATORY EQUIPMENT Comments Icebreaker Unisex Chase Beanie Lightweight and comfortable Merino Wool. X Marmot Power Fleece Beanie Made with Polartec@Classic 100 Micro. X Mountain Hardwear Micro Dome Lightweight and snug (for men and women). X Oakley Men’s Machine Beanie Double-layer dome warmer. X OMM Radian Beanie Stretch Fleece beanie with built in ear warmers. X Salomon Stripe Beanie This beanie is meant for temperature regulation. X Sealskinz Beanie Hat Waterproof and warm beanie (for men and women). X Sealskinz Hi Vis Beanie Hat Waterproof and lightweight beanie in a high visibility color (for men and women). X GLOVES For warmth. Full finger gloves required. Icebreaker Glove Liner Soft and lightweight (for men and women). X Montane Power Dry Glove Lightweight Power Dry® glove with grip dots. X 1 Zensah Seamless Thermal Gloves 26) Store Qty. 25) Item/Type SUNGLASSES X Any pair of UV protection sunglasses. Only 1 pair is mandatory but it is recommended to take 2 pairs as they are often lost or broken. 1 Bobster X Julbo X Numa Sport Optics X Oakley X Smith Optics X 27) NATIONALITY PATCHES You must wear nationality patches on both sleeves of all tops (including jackets) throughout the event. These are in addition to the RacingThePlanet patches which are provided by RacingThePlanet. 8 X 28) 4 DESERTS PATCHES We will send you these patches approximately 6 weeks before the event. You do NOT need to purchase these. 8 X 7-DAY FOOD SUPPLY • Pre-event: One (1) meal • During the event: food totalling a minimum of 14,000 calories You are responsible for your own food for the entire event. You need a meal for Camp 1 the night before the race starts, PLUS a minimum of 2000 calories/day during the race (7 days). 8 Dried Meals We recommend using dried meals as your main food source. Hot water will be available at all campsites. Expedition Foods (freeze dried) High calorie (800 per meal) and freeze dried meals. Note: “freeze dried” is typically better tasting than “dried mix” meals. FOOD / COOKING 29) □ Page 10 of 18 © Copyright RacingThePlanet Events Limited 2013. All rights reserved. X GOBI MARCH (CHINA) 2013 EQUIPMENT LIST MANDATORY EQUIPMENT □ Store □ Qty. □ Item/Type Comments Mountain House (freeze dried) Numerous freeze dried dinner and breakfast meals. Note: “freeze dried” is typically better tasting than “dried mix” meals. Energy Bars / Gels Various brands from which to choose. To avoid an upset stomach, be sure to test your bars and gels during training. Clif Bar Whole, all-natural and organic ingredients. X Em's Power Cookies Unique Cookies and Cookie-Bars made with All Natural Ingredients. X GU Delivers high-quality, easily-digested and long-lasting energy for athletes. X Hammer Bars Easy to digest and gluten-free. X Hammer Gels Perfect for a quick energy boost. X Jelly Belly Sport Beans Contains carbohydrates, electrolytes and vitamins. X PowerBar C2MAX carb mix contains a special ratio. X PowerGel Delivers a fast energy boost. X SIS Go Bar Nutritious snack for an active lifestyle. X Nutrition Supplements There are A LOT of choices. The ones listed are recommended by past 4 Deserts / RacingThePlanet competitors. PowerBar Recovery Take after the stage for muscle recovery. X PowerBar Energize Take during the stage for energy. X Perpetuem by Hammer Take during the stage to fuel your body. X Recoverite by Hammer Take after the stage to aid muscle recover. X Sustained Energy by Hammer Endurance fuel; reduces muscle fatigue. X HEED by Hammer Sports drink; prevents cramps. X Race Caps Supreme Enhances energy and endurance. X Premium Insurance Caps Daily supplement, overall health support. X Whey Protein supplement; helps repair muscles. X Other drink mixes Bring your favourite drink mixes for mornings and nights around camp. X Coffee, Tea, Hot Chocolate □ Snacks An important part of your food supply. We recommended bringing a good variety of your favourite snacks. Beef Jerky An essential snack with much-needed protein. Slim Jims are a quality brand. X Quaker Instant Oatmeal Individual packets offer a quick and nutritious breakfast or afternoon snack when back at Camp. X Page 11 of 18 © Copyright RacingThePlanet Events Limited 2013. All rights reserved. GOBI MARCH (CHINA) 2013 EQUIPMENT LIST MANDATORY EQUIPMENT Store 31) Qty. 30) Item/Type Comments Instant Noodles Quick, easy and light. carbohydrate. Powdered Mashed Potato A quick easy snack for when you first arrive at Camp having completed the Stage. Instant Powdered Soup A quick easy snack for when you first arrive at Camp having completed the Stage. Miso soup is very salty and highly recommended. Cous Cous Rehydrates easily and does not require hot water to rehydrate. A possible snack while you’re on the course. Dried Fruit High in calories. Potato Chips / Crisps High in calories and taste; recommended to crush them up and carry in a zip-lock bag. Parmesan Cheese High in calories and easy to pack. EATING UTENSIL Ideally bring more than one eating utensil (e.g. fork or spoon) in case you lose one. Titanium products are the lightest and most durable option but are more expensive. Light My Fire Spork Polycarbonate and titanium versions. X Sea-To-Summit AlphaLight Spork Durable and ultra lightweight. X Snow Peak Spoon and Fork Durable, lightweight and compact. Use fluid replacement electrolytes with water to maintain proper hydration throughout the day. Maintaining your body’s electrolyte balance is critical for a safe race. X ELECTROLYTES / SALT TABLETS • Enough for 7 days A good source of salt, fat and It is strongly recommended to bring a mixture of electrolyte tablets AND electrolyte drink powders. You need to bring a minimum of: • Enough powder to make a minimum of 30 liters of drink OR • Enough salt tablets / Endurolytes for 30 hours on the course (usually minimum is 1.5 tablets per hour=45 tablets) OR • A combination of both, e.g. powder for 15 litres of water and tablets for 15 hours on the course. If you expect to spend more than 30 hours on the course then you should increase this accordingly. It is vital that you test your electrolyte plan during your training and follow the amounts recommended on the packets. Page 12 of 18 © Copyright RacingThePlanet Events Limited 2013. All rights reserved. X 1 GOBI MARCH (CHINA) 2013 EQUIPMENT LIST MANDATORY EQUIPMENT Store Qty. 32) Item/Type Comments Endurolytes by Hammer Nutrition Provides superior cramp prevention. X Nuun (no sugar) Light flavour drink enhancement. X Saltstick Caps Minimises cramping and fatigue. X SIS Electrolytes A carbohydrate energy fuel with electrolytes. X HYDRATION SYSTEM You must be able to carry containers that can hold 2.5 litres of water at all times. The main choices are • Bottles (allow for more flexibility – can be attached to shoulder straps, put in your front pack, kept in the back of your pack with SmarTube(s) or carried in your hand). • Hydration bladder (is difficult to know how much fluid you have left and can be hard to fill at checkpoints) Raidlight Bretelle Bottle-Holder Attach to shoulder straps of backpacks. Can be fitted to most backpacks. X Raidlight Bottle with Flexible Valve 750ml soft plastic bottle with a screw top and flexible valve. Fit into the Raidlight and The Rough Country BottleHolders. X The Rough Country® Bottle Holders Attach to shoulder straps of backpacks. Have additional small pockets for gels, electrolytes (tables and / or powder) or other small items. X SmarTube (for 1.5L bottle) Can be attached to most water bottles to act as a bladder tube. Test with the bottle(s) you plan to use. X SmarTube Cap (for 63mm bottle) Adaptor that is required if you want to use the SmarTube with wide-mouth bottles e.g. Raidlight 750ml bottle. X Hydrapak GelBot Bottle Delivers two performance essentials - fluid and gel - in one bottle. X Hydrapak Reversible Reservoir II Hydration System 3L bladder that is backpack compatible. X Platypus Platy Bottle Lightweight, collapsible and versatile. Rolls up when not being used. Great for the extra 1 liter capacity required. X Platypus SoftBottle with Closure Cap As above but with a closure cap. X 1 Platypus Hoser X Platypus Big Zip SL X Nathan Hydration Bottle Soft, squeezable and low-density. Inov-8 Bottle Holder X X Page 13 of 18 © Copyright RacingThePlanet Events Limited 2013. All rights reserved. GOBI MARCH (CHINA) 2013 EQUIPMENT LIST OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT (NOT MANDATORY, BUT SUGGESTED) Note: The ‘X’ indicates items available at RacingThePlanet’s The Outdoor Store. All store items can be found using the “Shop By Activity” option: Gobi March (China) Use the “Compare Products” feature to see which items suit you best. OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT GEAR 33) Store Comments / Website Qty. Item/Type Highly recommended SLEEPING PAD Select a small size to save weight or a regular size for added comfort and warmth. A self-inflating half-size pad that provides padding in all the essential areas can also be light; however, it can be difficult to eliminate the air each morning for packing. Tents provided in the event do not have any ground padding. Highly recommended. 1 POE Peak Series Ultra-light self-inflating pad with great thermal performance. X POE Adventurer Series Light, versatile and comfortable. X POE Uber High Mountain Light, durable and comfortable. X POE SL Basic Classic all season pad. X Therm-a-Rest NeoAir Ultra-light inflatable pad. X Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Ultra-light mattress with accordion-style design. X Therm-a-Rest Compressible Pillow A compressible pillow for travel. X Sea-To-Summit Travel Pillow A compressible pillow for travel. X POE Base Extended Comfort Chair Multi-function capabilities. X SLEEPING BAG LINER Sleeping bag liners are a great way to add additional warmth to lightweight sleeping bags. Most bag liners add approximately 6°C/10°F. Sea-to-Summit CoolMax Liner A climate control travel liner. X Sea-to-Summit Premium Silk Liner Adds up to 6°C/10°F of warmth. X TREKKING POLES Useful if you intend to walk the majority of the course. You must train with poles if you plan to use them. Black Diamond Alpine Carbon Cork, Trail, Z Poles, First Strike. X Fizan Altitude, Compact, Classic, Promenade. X Komperdell Women’s C2 Carbon, Men’s C3 Duolock, Men's Contour Titanal Power Lock, Women's C3 Duolock, Women's X Additional Comfort 34) 35) Page 14 of 18 © Copyright RacingThePlanet Events Limited 2013. All rights reserved. 1 1 GOBI MARCH (CHINA) 2013 EQUIPMENT LIST OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Store Comments / Website Qty. Item/Type Compact Titanal Power Lock. 36) 37) Leki Carbon Ti, Carbonlite XL, Cressida Women's, Micro Stick, Thermolite XL. X Raidlight Foldable Trail. X INSECT REPELLENT 60 ml / 2 fl oz minimum You may come across and some flies and small mosquitos which is why insect repellent is required. Many brands will work. Bushman Heavy Duty Dry Gel Quick-drying gel that protects you from insects. X EG Mosquito Repellent Bracelet Waterproof, convenient and stylish. X SmartShield Insect repellent in spray or towelette form, with SPF 30. X Dermatone Herbal Insect Repellent with Bite Blocker Protects against mosquitoes and flies. X Dermatone Sun & Bug Combo, SPF 25 with Insect Repellent Insect repellent for 3 hours, UVA & UVB protection; water proof and sweat proof. X ZIP-LOCK BAGS, WATERPROOF / SANDPROOF BAGS, COMPRESSION BAGS Pack your food and small items in zip-lock bags. For more expensive items (i.e., cameras & passports), you may consider waterproof / sand-proof bags. Aloksak Durable Film Bags Ideal for sensitive items. X Osprey Hi-Vis Rain cover Waterproof material that protects the contents of a backpack from the front side. X Sea-to-Summit Ultra-Sil Dry Sacks Light and tough waterproof bags. X X-Small: 5.5” x 14” (good for clothing) Small: 7” x 16” Medium: 8” x 18” Large: 9” x 20” X Sea-to-Summit SN240 Compression Sacks: 38) 39) 40) 1 20 TOWEL For cleaning off at camp. 4 Deserts Tablet Towels Durable and biodegradable tablets that unroll with water for instant use. X Sea-To-Summit Pocket Towel Quick-drying, lightweight and compact. X TOOTHBRUSH & TOOTHPASTE Any brand will do. A small-sized travel toothbrush is recommended. Toob Brush A compact, refillable toothpaste tube. Toob Replacement Heads Made with soft end rounded bristles. WRISTWATCH / INSTRUMENT Any brand will do. Alarm and timer can be useful. Speed and distance monitor (pedometer), barometer and heart rate monitor provide interesting feedback. Garmin Excellent, with a lot of functions in addition to a GPS. Page 15 of 18 © Copyright RacingThePlanet Events Limited 2013. All rights reserved. 1 1 X 1 X GOBI MARCH (CHINA) 2013 EQUIPMENT LIST OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Store Qty. Item/Type Comments / Website Polar Excellent multi-functional sport watches. X Suunto Excellent multi-functional sport watches. X Timex 41) GPS Choose a model that uses changeable batteries, not rechargeable batteries. Competitors will not have access to power for re-charging. The course is marked every 25 meters. GPS coordinates are not provided. A GPS is most useful for tracking distance. Garmin GPS Various models, the best brand among GPS units. 42) iPod iPods work well, but you should keep the music player in a waterproof / sand-proof bag. In addition, you will need a charging device to keep it charged. Competitors will not have access to power for re-charging. 1 43) SOLAR PANEL / PORTABLE CHARGER A way to charge your iPod, camera and other powered devices. 1 Classic Solio Hybrid Charger Lightweight and versatile. Powertraveller Powermonkey A portable power charger. X Powertraveller Powerchimp A portable power charger. X 44) CAMERA Any small digital camera will do. If your camera is not waterproof, place it in double zip lock bags. 1 45) BOOK / MAGAZINE Tear out pages you plan to read. 1 46) TRAINING BOOKS / MAPS Materials to prepare for the event. Fixing Your Feet (5th ed.) by John Vonhof Learn to proactively prevent foot problems using various techniques. X Maps of course locations Vietnam, India, China, Silk Road, etc. X Runaway Success: Life Lessons from Ultra Endurance Racing" by Thaddeus Lawrence About the extraordinary life and journeys that ordinary people from all corners of the world undertake when competing in the 4 Deserts series. The Power of Team by Peter Wortham Learn what it takes to complete an endurance race. FLAGS Handmade, high quality flags. One for each event. 47) 1 X X X X CLOTHING 48) 49) SCARF / HEADGEAR A Buff® is ideal as it can be used for multiple purposes scarf, headgear, sweatband, etc. Highly recommended. 2 Gobi March Buff® X RacingThePlanet Buff® X 4 Deserts Buff® X GAITERS This is a personal choice - some wear gaiters, others do Page 16 of 18 © Copyright RacingThePlanet Events Limited 2013. All rights reserved. 1 GOBI MARCH (CHINA) 2013 EQUIPMENT LIST OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Comments / Website Store Qty. Item/Type not. Ankle gaiters keep debris out of your shoes. 50) Raidlight Stop-Run Gaiters Good for small stones. Adaptable to all running shoes. X The Rough Country Gaiters Designed by competitors in the 4 Deserts; comes with a reinforced toe and side to prevent tears X The Rough Country Silkworm Gaiters A knee length and extremely lightweight gaiter made from rip-stop nylon X FLIP FLOPS / SLIPPERS Men's Footwear Women's Footwear For walking around camp – choose the lightest model you can find. Keen Durable, high quality sport sandals. 1 Sole 51) Crocs Very popular, and great for using when shoes are causing severe blisters and for crossing rivers as well as around Camp. SPORTS BRA Women-only. 2XU Tri Bra Great moisture management, flexibility, UV and chlorine protection plus SENSOR MESH X for ventilation. X CW-X Firm Support Bra Supplies support and comfort. X CW-X Xtra Support Bra Supplies an extra level of support. X Icebreaker 260 Rush Bra Soft support with an ergonomically-intuitive design. X Zensah Seamless Running Bra Comfortable, offers compression and support. X 3 FOOD / COOKING 52) EATING TIN / CUP Useful for cooking at the camp fire. Titanium products are the lightest but very expensive. Many people cut the top off of the plastic bottles provided at the event to use as cups. Guyodesigns Squishy Bowl & Cup Flexible, versatile and durable. GSI Ultralite Nesting Bowl + Mug Ultra-light and efficient. X Snow Peak Titanium Cups Durable and ultra-light. X Sea-To-Summit X-Mug Collapses flat for compact packing. X Sea-To-Summit X-Bowl Collapses flat for compact packing. X POST RACE 53) POST RACE RECOVERY ITEMS A list of useful items that will help with your recovery process at the end of each day. Page 17 of 18 © Copyright RacingThePlanet Events Limited 2013. All rights reserved. 1 GOBI MARCH (CHINA) 2013 EQUIPMENT LIST OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Store Qty. Item/Type Comments / Website 2XU PWX Compression Recovery Sock Reduced muscle fatigue + damage in lower legs. X CW-X Compression Support Socks Provides variable compression to increase circulation in the feet and lower legs and reduce lactic acid build-up. X 2XU PWX Compression Recovery Tights Provides greater pressure and recovery benefits by improving blood circulation + removal of blood lactates for faster muscle repair. X Skins RY400 Compression Long Tights for Recovery Helps reduce delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) and improve your muscle recovery time. X Crocs Release your feet from your race shoes, they will certainly enjoy a welcome break. Page 18 of 18 © Copyright RacingThePlanet Events Limited 2013. All rights reserved.