Kathmandu Coast to Coast Compulsory Gear List

Kayak

Compulsory gear list

STAGE 4

Kayaking gear will be scrutineered on Saturday morning at Mt White. There is an option to have kayak gear that will be packed into your dry bag checked at Registration on Thursday between 10am-4pm. Items that can be checked at Registration are identified with an asterisk(*).

Note, while some gear is the same as the mountain run, you will need to have separate items as the kayak gear is scrutineered while competitor are on the mountain run. All gear must be dry at scrutineering. A compression garment is not a thermal garment. All gear must be correctly sized for competitor - the compulsory gear must be in addition to what the competitor is wearing when they set off from the start at Mt White.

Long sleeve thermal base layer top*

No specific weight requirement. This is your next to skin layer.

Long sleeved mid layer top*

This is your mid layer - can be lightweight fleece or similar. Insulation properties approx. 220gsm or greater.

Waterproof long sleeved paddle specific jacket*

Waterproof (seam sealed and constructed of durable material) long sleeved PADDLE SPECIFIC jacket - minimum of neoprene (or equivalent) cuffs & neck. Must be in good condition (not delaminating).

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Thermal gloves*

No specific weight requiremen

Full length thermal base layer pants*

No specific weight requirement. This is your next to skin layer.

Waterproof pants*

Waterproof (Seam sealed and constructed of durable material).

1Earlier versions are water resistant due to non- waterproof pockets – acceptable for C2C.

Thermal hat*

No specific weight requirement.

Thermal socks*

Synthetic, neoprene, merino or similar – for if you have to spend a period of time on the river bank.

PRODUCT SUGGESTIONS:

KMDCORE POLYPRO LONG SLEEVE KMDACTION LONG SLEEVE TOP

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KATHMANDU TRAILHEAD 200 FLEECE KATHMANDU RIDGE FLEECE PULLOVER

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KMDCORE UNISEX POLYPRO LONG JOHNS KMDACTION LEGGINGS

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KATHMANDU POCKET-IT RAIN PANTS V41

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KATHMANDU LIGHTWEIGHT VECTRON BEANIE

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KATHMANDU NUYARN ERGONOMICAL HIKE SOCK

PRODUCT SUGGESTION:

KATHMANDU POLYPRO GLOVES

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Kayak

Compulsory gear list

STAGE 4

Buoyancy testing of any PFDs that appear inadequate may occur at scrutineering. Competitors should check that their buoyancy vest meets the required standard before the Coast to Coast.

Kayak1

Must be suitable for the level of paddler (for 1st time entrants it MUST be the same level of boat as assessed for Grade 2 certificate). There may be random tests of kayaking competency and knowledge at registration using a nearby stretch of grade 2 water.

Kayak must have a grab loop or toggle at the nose of the kayak.

Any restraints/leashes that restricts exit from the kayak are prohibited (excludes back band and thigh braces). Foot straps are not encouraged by River Safety.

Waveriders, inflatable or sit on kayaks not permitted. Pods are not allowed on kayaks.

Floatation/air bags

Kayak must have pillars and two flotation/
air bags or extensive watertight sealed compartments that are drainable. The minimum requirement is two rear floatation/ air bags of 20 litres each - correctly inflated secured in the kayak. Wine bladders are not acceptable! Kayaks using storage bulkheads as floatation MUST HAVE waterproof hatch cover FITTED before entering the river.

Paddle

Wing, whitewater or touring paddles accepted.

Spray skirt

Neoprene/Waterproof and sized for kayak being paddled.

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Bouyancy vest (PFD)

Securely fitting, free of defects and of 50N minimum buoyancy (type 406 specialist PFD that complies with NZS standard) - must have a webbing cinch strap below ribcage.

RASDEX MULTSPORTER PFD

Kayak specific helmet

Must be designed for paddle sports - bike helmets not acceptable.

Repair/duct tape*

At least 10 metres. Recommend also towelling cloth for drying kayak so duct tape sticks.

Dry-bag*

Must be waterproof/seam sealed and capable of keeping gear dry when immersed in water.

Survival bag
Foil Survival BAG – blankets are NOT accepted

(must be secured in PFD during kayak stage).

Whistle

Attached to outside of PFD or bib.

First aid kit*

Minimum requirements:

- 1.5m long (unstretched) roll of 5cm wide crepe bandage

- 2.5m long roll of 2cm wide strapping tape - 10 Band-Aid strips
- Triangular bandage
- Scissors

- 4 x pain relief tablets (that can be used to treat pain in case of injury while help arrives - always follow the directions for taking medications).

- Any Competitor specific medication

(this must also be recorded in your entry form so race medical staff are aware
of any potential conditions or issues).

PRODUCT SUGGESTION:

CHOOSE FROM KMD DRY SACK RANGE

PRODUCT SUGGESTION:

KATHMANDU EMERGENCY BAG V2

PRODUCT SUGGESTION:

KATHMANDU FIRST AID KIT 1 PERSON