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ETR MANDATORY
GEAR CHECK

MUST CARRY YOUR OWN MANDATORY GEAR

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ETR RACE OPTIONS
MANDATORY GEAR CHECKS OPTIONS

All  competitors need to have their mandatory gear checked before they can receive their race pack at Race Check-in

There are two options for getting your gear checked:

 

Option 1: On-Line Gear Check. Not available after 18th June

Mandatory Gear

All distances, please check the chart for mandatory gear.

 

You are not required to carry all your mandatory gear with you, but it is mandatory that you have it available at the start/finish hub aid station tent.

Your race pack must have enough capacity to hold the following mandatory gear and also the mandatory gear that is in your drop bag at start/finish hub [if advised to pick up by race director].

 

Drop bags are to be left at the start/finish hub aid station tent.

 

217km, 160km, 100km Solo and 100km Staged races. Please take drop bags to race hub and put in the big white marquee tent. There is an area inside the marquee tent for all your gear and if you don't have your own tent or support crew. The white marquee tent will be where all your check point food is, heaters, stretchers if you want a quick sleep.

50km, 25km, 13km, 5km there will be a smaller tent next to ETR Café for your personal bags or if you want a gear bag there. This area is not be manned. Please note we will not post any items left behind, it is your responsibility to collect them before 2pm Sunday.

 

  • Mandatory gear must be carried at all times. There is a list to carry and a list for the drop bag that is held at start/finish hub aid station tent. If you are told to pick up mandatory gear that is in a drop bag at the start/finish hub by the race director and you do not have it leaving that aid station, you will be pulled of course and DNF.

  • Race directors instructions are final. This is for your safety due to change in weather and conditions of the day. If you do not have it there, you do not continue to race.

  • There is no outside assistance on course. ETR crew, marshals and first aid services staff are the only ones that are able to assist on course. If you have support crews and family at the start/finish hub aid station, you are allowed assistance there.

  • Only runners are allowed to enter the start/finish hub area for water, food, and medical help. Support crew and family are to stay behind the barriers at all times.

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217km-160km-100km-PACERS Mandatory Gear List

 

You are not required to carry all your mandatory gear with you, but it is mandatory that you have it available at the Start/Finish HQ aid station tent.

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Mandatory Gear you must carry at all times.

  • Mobile Phone (for photos and to call us if you need us)

  • Whistle

  • Water Bottles or Bladders (capacity to carry 2 Litres of water)

  • Compression Bandage (Minimum Dimensions 7.5cm Wide x 2.3m Long Unstretched).

      NOTE:2025 We are changing over to SNAKE BANDAGE ONLY

  • Small Backup Light

  • Emergency Space Blanket

  • Collapsible Cup or extra Soft Flask (no cups on course)

 

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Mandatory Gear to be available at the Start/Finish HQ aid station tent.

  • Main Headlamp + Spare Batteries (required to collect after 1pm Saturday)

  • Long Sleeve Synthetic Fleece Top 100-weight (minimum) long sleeve synthetic fleece top*

  • Long Sleeve Thermal Top (polypropylene, wool).

  • Long Leg Thermal Pants (polypropylene, wool).

  • Waterproof and Breathable Jacket with Fully Taped.

  • Beanie or Buff.

  • Full-Fingered Lightweight Thermal Gloves (Polypropylene, Wool)

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50km-25km-13km Mandatory Gear

You are not required to carry all your mandatory gear with you (recommended gear - see below),

but it is mandatory that you have it available at the Start/Finish HQ aid station tent.

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Mandatory Gear you must carry at all times:

  • Mobile Phone (for photos and to call us if you need us)

  • Whistle

  • Water Bottles or Bladders for 50km, 25km [capacity to carry 2 Litres of water]

  • Water Bottles or Bladders for 13km [capacity to carry 1 Litres of water]

  • Compression Bandage (Minimum Dimensions 7.5cm Wide x 2.3m Long Unstretched)

NOTE:2025 We are changing over to SNAKE BANDAGE ONLY

  • Headlamp [50km only]

  • Emergency Space Blanket

  • Collapsible Cup or extra Soft Flask (no cups on course)

 

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5km Mandatory Gear

You are not required to carry all your mandatory gear with you (recommended gear - see below),

but it is mandatory that you have it available at the Start/Finish HQ aid station tent.

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Mandatory Gear you must carry at all times:

  • Mobile Phone (for photos and to call us if you need us)

  • Whistle

  • Water Bottles or Bladders for 5km [capacity to carry 500ml of water]

  • Compression Bandage (Minimum Dimensions 7.5cm Wide x 2.3m Long Unstretched)

NOTE:2025 We are changing over to SNAKE BANDAGE ONLY

  • Collapsible Cup or extra Soft Flask (no cups on course) Recommended.

 

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Recommended Gear - 50km-25km-13km-5km

[Maybe mandatory depending on conditions].

Decision will be made by 4pm the night before race, but make sure you still have all gear at the hub encase weather changes and RD asks to carry.

  • Long Sleeve Synthetic Fleece Top 100-weight (minimum) long sleeve synthetic fleece top*

  • Long Sleeve Thermal Top (polypropylene, wool).

  • Waterproof and Breathable Jacket with Fully Taped.

  • Beanie or Buff.

  • Full-Fingered Lightweight Thermal Gloves (Polypropylene, Wool)

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Drop bags are to be left at the Start/Finish HQ aid station tent.

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The mandatory gear required to carry may change if weather conditions are very cold or wet.

This decision can be made by the Race Director at any time.

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Option 2: Have your gear checked at race check-in immediately prior to collecting your race pack. This is the least preferable option as it can make your race check-in take much longer.

 

In 2024, the race pack mail outs are included in your entry (conditions apply).

1. You must select at time of registration, select that you would like your race pack mailed out

2. You must complete your on-line mandatory gear check and pass by 18th June 11.59pm

3. If you passed your on-line mandatory gear check by 18th June 11.59pm, then your race pack will be sent out on the 24th June.

After the 18th June 11.59pm, there is no more on-line mandatory gear checks and you will have to come to a check-in to do your mandatory gear check and pass, prior to receiving your race pack and bib.
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Drop bags are to be left at the Start/Finish HQ  aid station tent.

​The mandatory gear required to carry may change  if weather conditions are very cold or wet. 

This decision can be made by the Race Director at any time.

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Please note we will not post any items left behind, it is your responsibility to collect them before 3pm Sunday 14th July 2024

 

Option 3: This year, we're going to trial race morning check-in. You can now pick up your bib and do your mandatory gear check from 4am to 6am on Saturday morning and Sunday morning at the race hub for the first time.

 

We understand that this might lead to longer lines on race day morning, so we encourage you to come to Check-in either Thursday night 4-8pm, Friday night 3-8pm or Saturday night 4-8pm at 27/35 Merrigal Road in Port Macquarie to avoid the rush.

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ETR MANDATORY 
ON-LINE GEAR CHECKS  CLICK ON THE CORRECT RACE

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Mandatory Gear Samples

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When doing On-line Gear Check :

When submitting your gear check online. There is an example of how to do it and not.

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  • No more than 3 items per photo

  • Make sure all items can be seen clearly

  • If you are using your whistle on your pack. Please take a photo of it, as we can't see it inside your pack. 

  • The 1st photo is how NOT to do it.

  • If we get 1 photo with all your gear like this, it will not pass and you will be asked to do it again.

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  • 100 weight Fleece minimum

  • eg. North Face

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Example of 100 weight fleece

A number of brands have 100 weight fleece. Polartec 100 Fleece will help to warm you from the harsh elements.

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This is what we are looking for when we state long sleeve Synthetic Fleece Top.

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Polartec® 100 Fleece is a cosy piece to ensure warmth on every adventure. Made from 100% soft recycled fleece and with an adjustable hem, it will keep you comfortable in cold climates.

  • Relaxed fit

  • Polartec® fleece

MANDATORY ON-LINE GEAR CHECKS
HOW TO LAY THEM OUT AND SAMPLE OF MANDATORY GEAR

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