Mandatory Gear Checks:
Due to the isolated nature of the Shotover Moonlight course you are required to carry a range of mandatory gear when competing in the Moonlight Ultra, Mountain Marathon and 30km Adventure Race.
A compulsory check will of your gear will be completed at race registration between 2:00pm – 7:00pm at Outside Sports, 9 Shotover Street, Queenstown on Friday 14th February 2025.
No gear checks are available on Saturday morning.
Compulsory gear for the Moonlight Ultra, Mountain Marathon and 30km Adventure Run
- Short Sleeve Thermal Top e.g merino or polyproplene
- Long Sleeve Thermal Top e.g merino or polyproplene
- Full length thermal tights e.g merino or polyproplene (or alternatively a pair of waterproof over-trousers)
- Seam Sealed Waterproof Jacket with hood
- Thermal beanie & Gloves e.g merino, fleece or polyproplene (a thermal Buff is accepted, if you know how to tie it as a beanie)
- A survival bag - A bag not blanket - you must be able to get inside the bag. see example
- Whistle
- First Aid Kit - this must include crepe bandages, strapping tape, band aids and any personal medication required.
- A minimum carrying capacity of 1L of water - this can be bottles, soft flasks or a hydration pack.
The compulsory garments/items and First Aid Kit must be worn or carried for the duration of the race. Spot checks may take place.
Vertical Kilometre Gear Requirements - We ask that all entrants in the Ben Lomond Vertical Kilometre carry a spare thermal top, waterproof jacket, survival bag and whistle as compulsory gear.
