Equipment requirements for adventure racing are as varied as the terrain covered during the race. Teams must be prepared to keep moving in all types of weather and at any time of day. They must do this, and still keep their packs light enough to move quickly through the course. Every team and every racer has their formula for what stays and what goes.
The equipment listed below is the minimum required by race officials to ensure the safety of participants. Teams will carry all mandatory equipment, as outlined below, for the duration of the race. Teams failing to comply will be disqualified.
Mandatory Equipment
Mandatory equipment to be carried at all times during race
Team Gear
| Quantity |
Required Equipment |
| 1 |
Team passport (supplied by race organization) |
| 1 set |
Course Maps (supplied by race organization) |
| 1 set |
Written Course Instructions (supplied by race organization) |
| 1 |
Cellular Phone (for emergency use only) |
| 1 |
Waterproof map folder (9" X 12" min.) |
| 1 |
Compasses with adjustable declination |
| 1 |
First-aid kit (containing) |
| |
| 2pr. |
Treatment gloves (non-latex) |
| 1 roll |
Waterproof tape |
| 4 |
4X4 dressings |
| 4 |
Butterfly closures strips |
| 1 pkg. |
Assorted bandages |
| 1 |
Blister treatment (moleskin, second skin) |
| 1 |
Triangular bandage |
| 1 |
Scissors |
| 1 |
Tweezers |
| 6 |
Antiseptic wipes |
| 1 pkg. |
Electrolyte replacement powder |
| 2 |
Zip-lock bags (dirty glove/dressing storage) |
|
Each Racer
| Quantity |
Required Equipment |
| 1 |
Race Bib (supplied by race organization) |
| 1 |
Drinking water containers (minimum 2 litres/racer) |
| 20ml |
Sun screen (SPF 30 or higher) |
| 20ml |
Bug repellent |
| 1 |
Emergency whistle |
| 1 |
Fixed or locking blade knife |
| 1 |
Emergency blanket |
| 1 |
Backpack |
Racer Clothing
All competitors must be prepared to compete no matter what the weather brings on race day. Quest for a Cure is a rain or shine event, so take the time to pack appropriate clothing for the expected conditions. Dressing right, will help ensure your day is safe and enjoyable.
Items that should not be forgotten include:
| 1 |
Sun hat |
| 1 |
Cold weather hat |
| 1 |
Long pants/tights (synthetic for warmth and bug protection) |
| 1 |
Long sleeve shirt (synthetic for warmth and bug protection) |
| 1 |
Rain gear (jacket or poncho minimum)
|
Stage Equipment Lists
Stage equipment is to be carried in addition to mandatory equipment, as specified by course instructions
Mountain Bike Stages
Team Gear
| Quantity |
Required Equipment |
| 1 |
Pump |
| 1 |
Spare tube |
| 1 |
Bike mounted odometers |
| 1 |
Basic tool kit (containing) |
| |
| 1 |
Chain tool |
| 2 |
Tire levers |
| 1 |
Straight blade screwdriver |
| 1 |
Phillips screwdriver |
| 1 set |
Assorted hex wrenches for team bikes |
|
Each Racer
| Quantity |
Required Equipment |
| 1 |
Mountain bike in good mechanical condition |
| 1 |
Approved biking helmet |
Water Stages
Team Gear
| Quantity |
Required Equipment |
| 1 |
Watercraft (Supplied by Race Organization) |
Each Racer
| Quantity |
Required Equipment |
| 1 |
Approved (USCG, CCG) Personnel Flotation Device with attached whistle |
- Whistle from mandatory list can be used, but must be attached to PFD