24–48 Hour Adventure Races – Mandatory Gear & Logistics

This page outlines the mandatory gear requirements and high-level logistics principles that apply to Wild&Co 24–48hr Adventure Races. It is the final source of truth for mandatory equipment.

Mandatory Gear

24–48 hour events use a comprehensive mandatory gear list appropriate for long-format adventure racing.

The final mandatory gear requirements for all 24–48 hour events are contained in the following document:

All teams must comply with the mandatory gear requirements outlined in this document for the duration of the race.

Any additional race-specific mandatory items will be clearly identified in the Race Information Kit (available one week prior to the event) and are in addition to, not in place of, the items listed above.

Logistics

24–48 hour adventure races are typically unsupported. Teams must plan, pack and manage all equipment, food and supplies required for the duration of the race.

Race Boxes

Teams are required to supply between one (1) and four (4) plastic boxes.

  • 2-person teams: up to 50 L per box

  • 4-person teams: up to 100 L per box

  • Maximum packed weight: 25 kg per box

  • Boxes must be clearly labelled with team name and box identifier (A, B, C, D)

  • Boxes are packed prior to the race and submitted to race officials for transport to designated Transition Areas on the course

What you pack in each box is what you will receive later on the course. Secure lids with tape if required.

The number of boxes required and the location of each box on the course will be outlined in the Race Information Kit (available one week prior to the event).

Bike Boxes

  • Bike boxes are not required for 24-hour events

  • Bike boxes are required for unsupported 48-hour events

Where required, each team member must provide a standard airline-size bike box.

  • Maximum dimensions: 140 cm × 80 cm × 30 cm

  • Maximum packed weight: 30 kg

Corflute (fluted plastic) bike boxes are the standard style used by most teams and are strongly recommended. They are significantly more durable, particularly in wet or muddy conditions.

Cardboard bike boxes are permitted but not recommended.

Bike travel bags (soft cases) are not permitted.

Bike boxes must be clearly labelled with team name and competitor name.

The location of bike boxes on the course will be outlined in the Race Information Kit (available one week prior to the event).

Kayak Gear & Paddle Bag / Strap

Kayaks are provided as part of the race entry for 24–48 hour events. Paddles and personal flotation devices (PFDs) are not provided as standard. Teams must supply their own paddles and PFDs or may hire them through Wild&Co via the hire link included in the event information kit released in the week leading up to the race.

Teams bringing their own paddling equipment (paddles, PFDs, kayak seating) must provide a labelled paddle bag or secure bundling method. A simple tie-down strap is acceptable.

Teams using hired paddles and PFDs only do not need to provide a paddle bag or strap. Hire gear will be available at the start of each kayak leg.

Only mandatory kayaking equipment may be included:

  • Paddles

  • Personal flotation devices (PFDs)

  • Kayak seating

  • Maximum packed weight: 20 kg

  • Paddle bags or bundles must be clearly labelled with team name

  • Bags or bundles must be easy for logistics staff to carry

In some events, paddle bags or bundles are transported by teams during one-way paddling legs.

The location of paddle bags on the course will be outlined in the Race Information Kit (available one week prior to the event).

Bikes

Courses are designed around the use of a mountain bike and typically include rough terrain, occasional technical trails and off-road riding.

Other bike types (such as gravel or hybrid bikes) may be used but may be less suitable depending on terrain. Teams choosing non-mountain bikes do so at their own discretion.

E-bikes are not permitted.

Water

Water is supplied at most Transition Areas; however, teams should plan to source and treat water on course between transitions as required. Teams must carefully plan their hydration strategy, including how much water to carry and whether natural water sources are likely to be available on the course.

Weather Conditions

Teams should be prepared for all weather conditions. Once the event location is announced, teams are encouraged to research local weather and climate conditions.

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