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RACE INFORMATION

Mandatory Gear

SOLO & CREWED PARTICIPANTS / PACERS

Participants who take to the course must carry the following items at all times during the event:
- Race maps & emergency contact numbers (provided by DU135). Maps.me with maps loaded. 
- GPS Tracker (provided by DU135) positioned at the top of your pack with the Spot logo having clear line of sight to the sky
- Seam-sealed waterproof rain jacket
- Long-sleeved merino or thermal top
- Day pack with whistle
- Capacity to carry 2 litre of water
- Enough food & gels to go unassisted for 8 hours
- 2 x Space Blanket (unused)
- Mobile phone (charged)
- Personal first aid patch up kit
- 2 x 10cm compression snake bandage (not crepe bandage)
- Fire Lighter & matches sealed in waterproof bag 
- Headtorch
- Back up batteries for head torch and phone.
- Wear reflective vest with Australian Standard AS / NZS 4602:1999
- Buff or neck warmer
- Beanie or hat
- Warm gloves

These following items are recommended to be carried by the crew vehicle at all times during the event:
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Race maps & emergency contact numbers (provided by DU). Maps.me app with maps loaded.
- Compass or vehicle GPS (phone service is unreliable in parts)
- First Aid Kit
- Sunscreen
- Extra power packs to use for phones and watches
- Good music collection
- Crew sleeping gear
- Set of jump leads
- Torches   
- Food and water supplies for all occupants and runner
 
All DU entrants will be allocated a SPOT tracker to provide live tracking. Links to follow trackers will be provided closer to race date so family, friends and the wider community can track athletes live. Runners need to be mindful for trackers to be 100% effective and accurate they will need to be positioned at the top of you packs with a clear line of sight to the sky. Spot dimensions: Height 9.4cm / Width 6.6cm / Thickness 2.5cm / Weight 147.4g, please prepare packs accordingly.

Not only will SPOT tracker provide the enjoyment of people knowing where you are they will also be an important safety measure for DU rescue crew if runners have issues. Trackers need to be returned at the end of the race to any DU Crew. If trackers are not returned, in appropriate condition, runners will be liable for their replacement.

AMBULANCE COVER IS A CONDITION OF ENTRY / MANDATORY FOR COMPETITORS &  RECOMMENDED FOR ALL CREW MEMBERS. ​

​Emergency ambulance services are NOT free. Did you know that the average cost of an emergency transport is more than $1100? Imagine what an air lift is worth.

SOME AUSTRALIAN STATE AMBULANCE SERVICES DO OFFER AFFILIATED MEMBERSHIP FREE IN THEIR SERVICES, CONTACT YOUR PROVIDER TO SEE IF YOU HAVE VICTORIAN COVER
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    • Mandatory Gear
    • Event Hubs / Cut Off Matrix
    • Drop Bags
    • Crews / Pacers
    • FAQ's
  • Safety & Emergency
  • Accommodation