Running Equipment - Feet
	2 pairs synthetic liner socks.
	2 pairs thick, wool blend socks.
	1 pair trail runners. Suggest Montrail Hurricane Ridge/Leona Divide, or Nike ACG Thielsen.
	1 pair Neoprene to cover toes of running shoes. Suggest "Universal Boot Glove".
	1 pair snowshoes (optional). Suggest Atlas Dual-Trac Super Lites.
Additional Notes: *Snowshoes are optional. They may be of benefit if there is soft or loose snow on most of the course. However, an unskilled user can develop hip pain from the altered leg motion vis-a-vis running in trail runners only. It is advisable to bring snowshoes as it is better to be "looking at them" than "looking for them". *Trail runners should be a size or two bigger than your normal size to accommodate thick socks.
Running Equipment - Legs (Base Layer, Middle Layer, Outer-Windproof Layer)
	1 pair mid or expedition weight, full length thermal bottoms. Suggest Patagonia Capilene EW Stretch Bottoms.
	1 pair lightweight fleece pants/tights. Polartec 100.
	1 pair windpants with ventilation zips. Suggest Lowe Alpine Triple Point shell pants.
Running Equipment - Torso (Base Layer, Middle Layer, Outer-Windproof Layer)
	1 synthetic polo neck top that will wick sweat away. Suggest 100% polyester.
	1 lightweight fleece top. Polartec 100 or 200
	1 lightweight windproof jacket with zips, to repel wind and snow. Suggest Patagonia Stretch Microburst/Stretch Element/Six Chuter
Additional Notes: *Middle layer on the leges will probably prove unecessary for many people. All three torso layers will definitely be worn during the race. Adventure/Outdoor sports shop personnel should be familiar with layering systems and will be able to advise you on what to wear when running in cold, windy weather.
Running Equipment - Head and Hands
	1 snug fitting hat with earflaps. Suggest Lowe Alpine Triple Point.
	1 balaclava (doesn't cover eyes/nose/mouth).
	1 face mask (covers nose and mouth but has air holes) Suggest Seirus Neofleece.
	1 polyester fleece scarf.
	1 polyester fleece neck gaitor. This can double up to give a variety of face and neck protection.
	1 pair tinted ski goggles. Smith Optics sells goggles with built-in microelectric fans to eliminate fogging.
	1 pair thin fleece gloves to fit inside mittens. Suggest Lowe Alpine Polartec.
	1 pair insulated mittens (i.e. no individual fingers).
General Equipment - Bring these items as well as the running gear listed above. Items with a * are available for hire.
	*1 sleeping bag (rated to -25C/-13F) either down or synthetic. Down is lighter and will pack smaller. Synthetics are heavier and bulkier, but sturdier and less expensive. Get a full body-length bag with generous hood and easy closure system.
	*1 pair knee high, winter boots, suitable for walking in snow. Make sure they have a high toe box to fit lots of insulation under your feet. They should be large enough to wear two pairs of thick socks and still wiggle your toes.
	*1 mid-thigh length down or synthetic insluated parka with hood. Make sure hood is securely attached.
	*1 pair windproof pants. Antarctic is windy not wet; pants should keep out wind. Suggest UN-coated nylon, Pertex, Goretex, or Ventile (windproof cotton). Must fit over several layers of fleece clothing. Side zips make pants easier to put on/take off over boots.
	3 pairs of calf length, thick wool/wool blend socks.
	3+ pairs underwear.
	1 set mid-weight wool/polypropylene thermal base layer - top and bottom.
	1 pair heavyweight fleece/pile pants or bib-pants. Polartec 300.
	1 mid-weight wool/fleece/pile sweater.
	1 heavyweight wool/fleece/pile sweater. Polartec 300.
	1 wool or Windstopper fleece hat with ear flaps.
	1 pair mid-weight Windstopper fleece gloves.
	1 pair sunglasses with cord and side flaps (or wrap around style).
	1 large duffle bag. A full length zip will give easy access to your belongings. Suggest XL size duffle bag to fit bulky Antarctic clothing.
	1 x 1 liter water bottle with wide opening to use as pee bottle. Mark clearly. Suggest Nalgene brand as they do NOT leak.
	1 x 1 liter water bottle with wide opening for drinking.
	1 x sunscreen with the highest factor (Minimum 30 SPF).
	1 x lip screen with the highest factor (Minimum 30 SPF).
	Personal toiletries. Small Towel and Wet Wipes. Panty liners for women.
	Personal medication. Enough for your trip plus an additional 4 weeks' supply.
Optional Equipment
	Pair of light hiking boots or shoes for around camp and in dining tent.
	Notebook, pen, pencils or drawing pad, reading material.
	Camera, film and/or tripod.
	Video camera, battery charger, adaptor and spare batteries. The following voltages/plugs are available: 12 V DC (need own cable to charge equipment); 110 V AC (North American 3-prong plugs); 220 V AC (UK 3-prong plugs).
	Day pack.
	Unbreakable, steel thermos; insulated mug.
	Swiss Army knife or multitool.
	National flag.