Biro or pencil. Space blanket or large heavy gauge polythene bag. Tent - it must be manufactured as a tent and not a bivi which may second as something else. The tent must be capable of sheltering two persons and their kit. It should preferably have a sewn-in ground sheet or otherwise a ground sheet must be carried.
All courses are 'open' but the organisers reserve the right to seed teams.
Course distances and planned winning times are in reasonable weather conditions. The course distances quoted here are based on a formula to produce a winner's time as indicated but where the nature of the terrain is calculated to retard progress i.e. excessive climbing or hazardous conditions, then the course distances would be adjusted accordingly. Competitors who doubt their ability to complete a course within this time are advised to enter a shorter course. Elite Course with international flavour catering exclusively for the most competent and experienced. Only those with proven ability can be accepted for this class.