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News
>> 02.01.08
Raid the Rock set for September 13, 2008.
>> 09.20.07
There is now no age limit for Raid the Rock team members!
>> 09.20.07
Note: Gear list has been updated to include a climbing harness.
>> 02.16.07
Raid the Rock set for October 27, 2007.
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Mandatory Gear List For 3-person Teams or Solo Racer
Mandatory Gear (Each Member of the Team Must Carry the Following Items at All Times During the Race.):
» Compass
» &Whistle
» Knife (1.5 inch locking blade or longer)
» Headlamp
» Emergency Blanket
» Wool or Synthetic Warm Hat
» Synthetic Long Sleeve Underwear Top
» Synthetic Long Leg Underwear Bottom or Tights
» Waterproof Jacket (taped seams, doesn’t have to be breathable, but recommended)
» Water Bladder (at least 2 liters)
» Lighter or Waterproof Matches
» Glow Stick (1/person)
» Race Map and Instructions (Provided)
» Race Number Bib (visible at all times, provided)
» Waterproof Pouch for Maps and Race Documents (1/team)
» UTM Reader with 1:25,000 scale (1/team)
» Water Proof Pen (1/team)
» Duct Tape (optional, but recommended)
» Gloves (optional, but recommended)
Mandatory Gear for Specific Legs
Paddling Section Only:
» PFD’s (provided) – Racers can use their own PFD’s if desired, but be prepared to carry
the PFD for additional portions of the race (Coast Guard Type III)
» Paddles (provided) – No personal paddles will be allowed to be used in the race
» Seat for Third Member in the Canoe (optional, but recommended)
Mountain Bike Section Only:
» ANSI Approved Bike Helmet
» Bike (No cross bikes or road bikes)
» White Front Light
» Red Rear Light mounted on the bike
» Bike Repair Kit (1/team)
» Spare Tube
» Patch Kit (1/team)
» Tire Pump/CO2 Cartridge Inflator
Trekking Section Only:
» Extra light source (1/team)
Ropes Section Only:
» Locking Carabiners (2 per person)
» Rappelling Device (per person)
» Climbing Harness (per person)
» Daisy chain webbing or arm-length sewn runners (2 per person)
» Climbing Helmet (Provided)
First Aid Kit
This first aid kit must be carried by someone on each team at all times.
» 3 – 4x4 Gauze Pads
» 1 Roll 1” Waterproof Medical Tape or Equivalent Amount of Duct Tape
» 1 Small Tube of Antibacterial Ointment
» 3” Ace Bandage
» Moleskin/Compeed (enough of each member)
» 2 Safety Pins
» 3 Doses of Painkiller (Tylenol, Aspirin, etc.)
» 3 Doses of Anti-inflammatory (Ibuprofen, etc…)
» Tweezers
Support Crews are expected to carry larger quantities of these items in order to provide medical aid at Transition Areas and replenish any used items in the team first aid kit. Racers and support crews may carry additional first aid items as well.
Other Recommended Items
» Sunglasses
» Sunscreen
» Electrolytes (oral or sports drinks)
» Bug Spray
» Toilet Paper or Wipes (bury or use facilities)
» Food
Post Race Party
» Change of Clothes (Warm Clothing)
» Party Hats
» Comfortable Shoes
[Printable List]
Support Crews are expected to carry larger quantities of these
items in order to provide medical aid at Transition Areas and replenish
any used items in the team first aid kit. Racers and Support Crews
may carry additional first aid items as well.
Discounts
The following sponsors are giving a 10% discount to all Raid the
Rock participants:
Little
Rock Climbing Center
Ozark Outdoor
Supply
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