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This gear list is targeted for the R2R Athletes, however most of the gear dovetails with the Chase Athletes... CLOTHING:: > Performance undergarments... NO Cotton. (Tighty Whitey's) > Socks should be quality, performance light hiking or trail runing socks. > Trail hat > Sunglasses > Technical performance outerwear. Moisture wicking materials. Long sleeve shirts with great venting and an SPF rating are ideal for the 10+ hours you will be hiking is preferred. SHOES: > Light hikers or good trail runners... You get what you pay for here. Break them in several weeks before the canyon date. HYDRATION & FUEL: > You must carry at least 3 litres of water, which is approx. a 100 oz. Camelback bladder. > Electrolytes in chewable, pill, or powder mix form. > Performance food as we have discussed. (Jells, Bars, etc.) SURVIVAL KIT: (Mandatory Items) > Ibuprofen > Spare bite valve for bladder > Copies or originals of ID, Medical Card, Emergency info, Credit Card. (Keep these things in a zip lock baggie in your survival kit.) > Emergency Blanket > Shoe Lace > H2O treatment tablets (iodine) > Blister Kit > Several bandages in a variety of sizes > Alcohol cleaning pads > Matches > Antiseptic ointment (Suggested Items) > Body Glide > Snap Light > Chapstick > Small Hemostat's (great to remove cactus) > Athletic /Medical Tape MISC: None! Weight is the enemy! Be well planned and well prepared! RECOVERY BAG: (This bag will be at the South Rim when you come out, it should consist of comfort and recovery items) > Dry clothes > Sandals > Recovery shakes, food > Blanket > Pain killers!