![]() These lights must be on at all times during the race. Bear in mind that an open-style bivy will not keep snow out in blizzard conditions, which is when you are most likely to utilize a bivy…think about it. SOL Escape bivy will be accepted, SOL emergency or thermal bivy will not. Space blankets, shower curtains and tarps do not count. NOTE: your pad’s R-Value (even if it’s super high) does not negate the need for a 0*F rated sleeping bag. It may be a 3/4 pad, or a full-length pad. No creative substitutions allowed (no bubble wrap-really. This must be a real, R-Value rated sleeping pad. Know yourself-if you need a bag with a rating that will keep you warmer, bring it. You may use the lowest tested temperature based off either the ISO or EN ratings. ![]() If the bag is not clearly marked it will not be accepted. No combinations (liner+bag, puffy+bag), no promises you’ve slept in it in the cold before, no speculation. Keep in mind that while the Great Outdoor Shop is incredible, shopping in Pinedale is otherwise very limited should your gear not be accepted at the gear check on Thursday night. When things go wrong, and they absolutely might, you will undoubtedly appreciate having functional gear to survive through it. While we appreciate creative attempts to cut down on bulk and weight, the gear you use for this course must be able to serve its intended purpose. Remember that whole sun- and windburn thing? Protect your face and your lips so you don’t come out looking like one of those sad gas station hot dogs that’s been on the heat-lamp roller thingy too long. It also allows friends or family to watch your progress, which is pretty cool. Should you get lost, a personal tracking device can locate you quickly. Checkpoints are mandatory stops, so we can make sure everyone is accounted for. Spot or Garmin personal tracking device.Nobody wants to come try and find someone who’s stumbling around blind in the mountains. Pack something to protect those eyeballs of yours. If it’s sunny, snow-blindness, which is about as fun as it sounds, becomes a real danger. If it’s snowing, these can be helpful game-changers for preserving your vision while the snow is blowing everywhere. Insulation layers such as puffy vests, pants, and jackets (a jacket is required) can be either down or synthetic, and are extremely efficient at capturing and storing body heat. Wool and/or synthetic base layers are best. Absolutely no cotton should be worn or used. It gives you the option to dump body heat quickly if you are over-heating, and it gives you the option to pack on more insulation when you need it. When out in the elements, layering is your best bet. Good layering clothing, perhaps more than one type. We have pulled getting soaked with sweat can end your race. Know what warm weather gear you need to stay warm.The Drift bib-issued at the pre-race meeting.Remember, aid stations will have some food, but Drifters should be as self-sufficient as possible. If nothing else, you may be able to help someone else who is struggling. Plan your food wisely, and then pack more than you think you will need. Food-use good judgment-physical output and winter conditions will necessitate more calories to sustain both endurance and body warmth.This can be down or synthetic, but it must be an insulated layer for emergency warmth-a shell alone is not sufficient. Insulated water container with at least 1-liter capacity. ![]() The gear lists vary by race, so make sure you are properly equipped! 13- and 28-MILE GEAR LIST: Should you show up for the race under-prepared, it is at the discretion of a Race Director to determine whether you can safely race, and you may be denied entry, without a refund. Frostbite, hypothermia, dehydration, sun- and windburn are all very real and potentially deadly dangers here. Use good judgment when pulling your supplies together-winter racing is its own type of beast, and in the Winds you are at the mercy of the wilderness. Recommended gear is strongly recommended. There will be pack checks, and you will be penalized if you are missing any mandatory gear. There will be checkpoints with supplies along your route, but racers should not depend solely on them for safety, food, water or emergency first aid. Be Aware: This is a winter race in formidable country. Wyoming’s Wind River Range is legendary for its scenery, its remote isolation, and its weather. The race is on United States Forest Service land, which is home to many different wildlife species, including moose, black bears, grizzly bears, mountain lions, and more. The terrain is rugged at times and can be thickly treed in places. The Drift takes place in the front-country of the Wind River Range in Wyoming.
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