Gear & Drop Bags

Recommended Gear

The weather on race weekend can be challenging. To prepare, we recommend the following gear. This list pertains to all distances:

  • Hat (for sun)

  • Hat/beanie (for warmth)

  • Buff

  • Gloves

  • Light/rain jacket

  • Running pants or tights

  • Running shorts

  • Running t-shirt

  • Running long-sleeve

  • Sunglasses

  • Running pack/vest (for the gear you’ll carry but, hopefully, not need)

  • Socks (extras!)

  • Sunblock

  • Emergency/”space” blanket

Drop Bags

Drop bags are limited to 50K runners.

Location

50K runners may place a drop bag at Sweetwater (mile 16.7) and the Finish (mile 30.9).

Size

Please, limit your drop bags to the size of a small duffel bag.

Packaging

While we will do our best to handle your drop bags carefully, please package them securely. Your drop bags will be exposed to sun, water, hot air, cold air and some jostling in the bed of a pickup. Duct tape is never a bad thing.

Labeling

Drop bags should be clearly labeled with (1) your name and (2) bib number. If any of this information is missing, our ability to deliver your drop bag to you will be compromised.

Returning

Race officials will return drop bags to the start once the aid station closes. For runners toward the front, this means you could be waiting for a drop bag for hours. We ask for your patience.

If you decide to leave your drop bag at the finish, we’ll clean and donate the reusable contents to the local runners or through hikers.