Thursday, February 24, 2011

Missouri River 340 (ultra marathon) equipment list

Again, I am going to deviate from the simple FAQs and answer a specific question.  That question is, what was the equipment you used for the MR340?  To answer that question, you can find a checklist below of the equipment we brought for the race.  Keep in mind that the equipment was based on a fully supported team with the expectation of attempting to obtain a top 10 finish.  As you can see, the list is broken down as to what each member of the LHP team is going to bring.  We felt that this was a good way distribute responsibility in our team of 5.
Admittedly, this list is very exhaustve and takes into account many emergency situations that never happened.  Our motto was the Boy Scout motto, be prepared!  Believe me, that is good advice.

Please know that this list is just what we used.  Each team has a different take on what they think is necessary.  Plan accordingly to your team's needs as it may be different.  Hopefully though, you can use our list as a baseline for assistance.

*Please note that we have used this list for other ultra marathons with support rules similar to the MR340.  In my opinion, we were well prepared for each race when we brought these items.  If you have questions about the specific items and what they were used for, please ask.


MISSOURI RIVER 340 GEAR CHECK LIST

Wally’s List
q       Drinking systems
q       Laminated map cards
q       Navigation lights and batteries
q       Head/spot light and batteries
q       Glow sticks
q       4 Space blankets
q       Weather radio
q       Canoe repair kit
q       Spot GPS
q       Missouri map
q       Energy/electrolyte drink mix
q       Power Gel
q       Chafing ointment
q       Los Humungos outfits
q       Los Humungos shirts
q       Travel storage containers
q       Cytomax??
q       Personal gear

Nick’s List
q       Boost
q       5 Hour Energy
q       Beef jerky
q       Power Gel
q       Breakfast sandwiches
q       Wet wipes and A & D Ointment
q       Toilet paper
q       Black bag
q       Personal gear

Anita’s List
q       Cookies
q       Food
q       Stickers
q       Gatorade- G2
q       Tent and ground cloth
q       2 sleeping bags and pillows
q       Stove, fuel, lighter and cook kit
q       Sun screen
q       Moleskin
q       Extra film can
q       Chapstick
q       Imodium and prunes
q       Batteries- 12 double As
q       Phone and jack
q       Baby powder
q       4 bandanas
q       Camera
q       2 shopping bags
q       2 fleeces
q       Guide booklets
q       Personal gear

Belem’s List
q       Motrin, NoDoz, Pepto Bismol, Tums and Visine
q       Antiseptic ointment and bandages  
q       Bug repellent
q       Phone and jack
q       Computer for networking
q       2 air mattresses
q       Reflector tape
q       Personal gear

George’s List
q       Spot light and battery charger
q       2 ice chests
q       Square water tray for van
q       2 water containers
q       2 alarm clocks
q       2 walky-talkies
q       Male urine bottles
q       Umbrella
q       Extra duct tap
q       Personal gear

First Aid Kit
q       Band-aids
q       Antiseptic ointment
q       Motrin
q       Molskin
q       Visine
q       Antacid (pink Pepto)
q       NoDoz
q       Electrolyte tablets
q       Salt tablets
q       2 bandanas
q       Whistle
q       Small jackknife
 
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  1. Mrs. WerderichMarch 6, 2011 at 11:55 PM

    Just wanted to say that if anyone wants to be ground crew for any team or person that does ultra marathon canoe racing, it is a great experience! A lot of work and planning but it is truly a great feeling being able to contribute to such an amazing accomplishment.

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  2. UnknownJuly 26, 2012 at 1:35 PM

    I will be racing in my first MR340 this year. Thanks for posting your checklist, there are a few things I didn't have on mine that will really help. Also, a big thanks to all the ground crews out there, it is a big sacrifice and a lot of work on their part as well.

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