So what am I carrying with me while I run? Here is the required kit list. As most of you know me, you know that I will be carrying a couple of extra gadgets….

They don’t mention water. I will be taking either a 2 or 3 litre bladder with water in, and a couple of pouches with Lucozade (or similar) in. I prefer the Powerbar (who are sponsoring the event – hence the link…) drinks, but haven’t found them in the shops as a pouch.

Food wise – I am taking a mixture of bars to prevent boredom: PowerBar standard, Powerbar Protein and PowerBar Harvest, Nakd bars and Trek Bars. Oh and some bananas.

EACH PERSON

Long sleeved shirt

Long sleeved fleece

Trousers or tracksuit bottoms

Waterproof anorak or cagoule, including head covering

Waterproof trousers

Protection for hands

Balaclava

Adequate footwear

Rucksack

Sleeping bag; at least 2 lbs in weight

Polythene bag, heavy gauge at least 6′x3′, either the standard Karrimor orange bag or one of equivalent size and weight. (Not available in Barmouth)

Torch with spare batteries and bulb

Emergency rations – chocolate, mint cake, raisins, etc, minimum of 4 oz.

First aid equipment to include:- one large wound dressing, and 2 triangular bandages.

Whistle

Luminous compass

Pencil and notepaper

Mountain Record Card (issued at Barmouth)

The wearing of flashing red lights during darkness is considered highly desirable when running or cycling on the roads.

BETWEEN TWO:

Complete Ordnance Survey map provided with the Race Instructions, this may not be cut down.

Note: Other items such as vests, socks, etc, that will be required are not checked.