Mini MASH 2009 - Gear

"Required" items are things you MUST have to take part in this event.
"Recommended" items are things we strongly recommend that you have to either help keep you comfortable and safe during the event, or to help you be more proficient during the event.   It is possible to complete this event if you do not have every single "Recommended" item, but you may regret it if you choose to leave some of these items behind.

Required

• Team:
  - 1 canoe.   Provided (16’ Wenonah Adirondack Roylex ).
  - 2 paddles (canoe or kayak).  Provided, but may bring your own.
  - 1 compass
  - tools/parts for basic bike repairs (including changing a flat tire)
  - water tight clue sheet holder (eg. map case or heavier grade zip lock bag that can hold 8.5"x11" sheets)
  - 1 cell phone (and water proof/resistant container for it)
  - writing utensil
  
• Individual:
  - clothes appropriate for whatever the weather brings on event day (cold/hot, wet/dry)
  - 1 state trail pass (annual or daily)
  - 1 bike in good working order
  - 1 certified bike helmet
  - 1 Coast Guard rated class III-V life jacket (PFD).  Provided, but may bring your own.
  - water container(s) totally at least 70oz. (eg. CamelBak and/or bike water bottle(s))
  - 1 long sleeve shirt (or sweatshirt, sweater)
  

Recommended

• Team:
  - bike computer
  - extra paddle for 3rd team member
  - extra compass
  - cooler/container for food/drink at transition area
  - watch
  
• Individual:
  - sunscreen
  - extra set of clothes (for during event - preferrably not cotton)
  - change of clothes (for after event)
  - protective eyewear
  - separate shoes/socks for paddling that you don't mind getting wet
  - energy bars
  - electrolyte tablets
  - backpack
  - neoprene gloves for paddle (especially if cold on event day)
  - towel