This is not a complete list - please ensure you bring anything further you might need.
We will transport only one personal bag per rider between Burn Camps. We recommend a large (100l) soft duffle bag. We offer transport for your bike bag/box (and anything you don’t require during the race) from Graaff-Reinet to Shamwari – you will not have access to these items until Saturday, 31 October. Hand in this bag/box during registration in Graaff-Reinet.
RIDING GEAR
- GPS head unit (with pre-loaded route)
- Front bike lights if you want to take part in Night Burn
- Minimum 4 pairs cycling kit (recommended - handwashing powder and washing line available in Burn Camps)
- Helmet
- Base layers
- Arm & leg warmers
- Lightweight rain jacket
- Windproof vest or jacket
- Riding gloves
- Cycling cap
- Sunglasses (clear, photochromic for wet days / dark, polarised for dry days)
- Chamois cream
- Enough nutrition to get you to Padstal 1 each day (AMACX is available at Padstals)
BIKE
- Tubeless tyre set up is highly advised
- Tyre plugs – include a mushroom plug
- Mini pump and/or CO₂ inflator
- 3x CO₂ cartridges
- Tyre levers
- Spare brake pads (spec sintered or semi-metallic)
- Multitool with chain break
- Quick links
- Spare derailleur hanger
- Spare seat clamp
- Chain lube
- Cable ties
- Duct tape (small roll or wrapped around pump / seatpost)
- Valve core and tool to remove
- Saddle bag to carry all of the above
CAMP LIFE
- Sleeping bag (3-season recommended)
- Pillow
- Sleep sheet or liner (optional)
- Quick-dry towel
- Locks for tent & bag
- Headlamp
- Closed shoes (flip-flops don’t work in the harsh Karoo)
- Warm clothing – the nights can get cold!
- Puffer Jacket
- Earplugs & eye mask
PERSONAL CARE & HYGIENE
- Toothbrush & Toothpaste
- Biodegradable shampoo and soap
- Deodorant
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Lip balm with SPF
- Wet wipes
- Hand sanitiser
- Personal medication
ADMIN
- ID or passport
- Medical aid/insurance card
- Emergency contact information
- Cell phone
- Credit card
- Adapter plugs
- Portable power bank
- Charging cables for phone, GPS, lights