Sunset Race Kit

While not an extensive list, you will need a backpack that you can both fit all the mandatory items in and easily access while running. As with footwear, this is a personal choice but it should be a pack you are familiar with and have tested out before the race.

Your jacket must include taped seams and an adequate hood to protect you from the elements. Windproof only garments are not acceptable and we will be checking the seams at kit check, so again check if you are unsure.

A long sleeve top is sufficient but you may want to carry more, depending on the weather forecast and if you expect to be running into the night

The head torch must be suitable for running at night across uneven terrain, with spare batteries to see you to the finish.

You should have a fully charged mobile phone with you at all times, which is switched on so we can contact you if required. You should also have both race directors mobile numbers stored within this, details of which will be provided prior to the race. If you are planning to use the phone for music or as a GPS tracking device, then we would recommend you also carry a means to charge the phone, such as a small USB charging pack.

This is a self navigated race and although the route is way-marked, some markers can be a long way apart, so it is essential that you have a map which provides you with the means of navigating the entire course. While guidance will be given during the race briefing and some signage may be added to the course, especially around checkpoints, a detailed route description will not be provided and you are expected to have familiarised yourself with the route.

Note that print out of the route from Google Maps or similar is totally unacceptable, as it does not provide the level of detail we believe you will need to safely navigate the course or relocate yourself, should you become lost.

To add to the running adventure, checkpoints will be spaced roughly every 10-14 miles along the course. You are expected to carry sufficient fluid and food to sustain you between these. A minimum of a 500ml is required but you may want to consider carrying more, depending upon your speed and personal needs.

As with water (see above) pack sufficient food to ensure you have enough between checkpoints.

You are expected to carry a basic first aid kit, containing at a minimum plasters, paracetamol, any personal medication (in original packaging), self-adhesive bandage, personal blister kit.

No cups will be provided at the checkpoints or out on the course, so you are expected to carry one that is suitable for both hot and cold drinks.

If you are running the full Sunset, in order to further reduce our use of plastic, we are asking all competitors to carry a spoon, spork or equivalent to use at our indoor checkpoints

This will be attached to your pack at race registration and must be left in place and carried throughout the race.

You are allowed to use a GPS device during the race and detailed GPX downloads of each route will be made available prior to the event. Electronics do fail in cold and wet conditions, so you should also have a paper based map available to ensure you can still navigate should the worst happen.

The course may be linear but a compass can help you orientate yourself, especially in poor visibility. Make sure you know how to use it!

Useful for attracting attention and there may already be one attached to your pack.