Must be fully charged with a live SIM card capable of making calls and accessing the internet.

The bandage is required as you might need to use it treat sprains or potential snake bites. We recommend this snake bandage from Amazon.

These can be purchased from most chemists, Bunnings, Officeworks and amazon.

This can be in the form of 2 × 500ml running flasks, a bladder or normal water bottles.

Please note that SUM is a cupless event.

Your headlamp should be robust and capable of lasting through the night.

*Only required if your expected finish is 10 hrs+

Must adhere to Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 4602.1:2011 for day and night time visibility. This standard ensures that the material used is reflective and can be easily seen in poor light conditions. Runners will be required to wear this during the night

*Only required if your expected finish is 10 hrs+

Suitable Materials:

Thermal garments should be made from polypropylene, polyester, or wool. These materials are ideal because they do not retain moisture and will continue to provide insulation even when damp. The inclusion of materials like spandex or Lycra (up to 6%) is permitted for better fit and flexibility. These materials help in maintaining body temperature by trapping warm air in microscopic pockets within the fabric.

Not Suitable Materials:

Garments made primarily of lycra (a polyester-polyurethane copolymer) and coolmax (a type of polyester designed to absorb moisture) are not suitable for this event. These materials tend to hold moisture close to the skin and facilitate substantial evaporative cooling, which can rapidly lower body temperature in cooler conditions. Additionally, all compression garments, which are predominantly made of lycra, are unsuitable as they do not provide the necessary thermal insulation. Cotton is also inappropriate for thermal wear in this event as it absorbs and retains water, keeping the moisture against your skin. This lack of moisture management can lead to significant heat loss. Cotton's structure fails to trap warm air, thereby increasing the risk of hypothermia in cold conditions. Often referred to as "The Fatal Fabric" or "Killer Cotton" in search and rescue operations, cotton has been linked to numerous hypothermia cases and should be avoided in endurance events where exposure to variable weather conditions is likely

Jackets must have fully taped seams, not just critically taped, to ensure no water ingress. The jacket must also include a hood. The jacket must remain breathable to prevent moisture buildup from perspiration