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#ADVENTURE RACE GEAR HOW TO#

Let them know you are racing in the Teton Ogre and they will hold a bike for you.Īdditional Recommended gear for ALL racers:

If you are coming from the east, try this shop at the base of Teton Pass. Wilson Backcountry Sports in Wilson, WY.You will find great prices on rentals, but will need to pick-up/drop off in Rexburg, Idaho. This could be a good option for those of you traveling into the valley from the west. BYU-Idaho Outdoor Recreation Center in Rexburg, ID.Grand Targhee Resort is 30 minutes from Driggs but has a larger selection and will take reservations once they open in mid-June. Habitat is local, but does not take reservations. Habitat in Driggs, ID/Grand Targhee Resort in Alta, WY.Please note that due to supply issues, some local bike shops are not renting bikes this summer.One grocery-bag ( 24-hour racers only) cloth or plastic, to fit any loose bike accessories during transport (helmet, shoes, water bottles).head lamp or handlebar light (24 hour racers only, for all night riding).red blinking light (24 hour racers only, for all night riding).pump or CO2 canisters (at least one per team).

Mountain Bike (we recommend a tune-up before race day…a broken bike mid-race is a big bummer!).**See more details and info on bike rental options below** There will be no pre-staged gear for 8-hour racers this year) Gear bin or duffel, one per TEAM, max capacity 120 Liters ( 24-hour teams only.way to keep maps protected (one per team) **8hr Maps will not be waterproof.water purification, drops or filter, one per team.Using your cell phone for navigation is not allowed and will get you disqualified. For use as a camera or in case of emergency only. cell phone with fully charged battery (one per team).7, or build your own based on its contents Recommended: Adventure Medical Kit Ultralight. Although encounters are unlikely, there are black and grizzly bears in the area you will be traveling.

#ADVENTURE RACE GEAR HOW TO#

One per team, easily accessible–NOT buried deep in your backpack!!) Check out this video for how to be safe in bear country, and this one about using bear spray. Headlamp with fresh batteries (24 hour racers only).Water carrying capacity of at least 64oz.Whistle (attached and within reach at all times).1:24,000 UTM grid tool and knowledge of its use ( 8 hour racers only, one per team) Check out this video showing how to plot a point using UTM coordinates.race maps (one per team, provided) 24hr = Waterproof, 8hr = Not Waterproof.race passport (one per team, provided) WATERPROOF.Map Case or other means to keep your maps dry and accessible.Gear List Mandatory race gear to be carried with all individuals at ALL times:.Packraft (suitable for the number of people on the team).Mandatory Individual Paddle Gear (for teams packrafting) Sufficient battery capacity for the event.

Mandatory Individual Bike Gear (Must be carried on all bike legs)

One glow stick per racer (for 36-hour racers only).

Water Purification, suitable for the entire team.

Emergency supplies for those who require it (inhaler, epi pen, etc…).

We recommend you consult this medical kit’s supply listfor guidance on additional supplies.

First aid kit – The list below is the mandatory, minimum requirement, but we encourage you to round out your kit with additional items as you deem necessary and wise.

Compass (one per team – if you are in need of a new compass, we recommend Kanpas products).

Fully charged cell phone (one per team).

Race rules, maps, passports ( provided by the race organization).

Enough food for the duration of the event.

Warm fleece, wool, or synthetic hat (buff is acceptable).

Rain coat (taped, with hood waterproof, not water-resistant).