Dress & Equipment
Running Race: No specialist running equipment is required for the Paras' 10. The route is unsuitable for running spikes; trainers are advised.
P Company Challenge: To enter the P Company challenge, entrants require a bergen (rucksack) weighing 35lbs (16 Kg) and a pair of military type boots.
Boots: Boots should be worn in prior to the race and must have ankle support; military boots or hiking boots are ideal. All boots will be inspected prior to the start of the race.
Bergens: Running with a bergen is uncomfortable, selecting a bergen with padded shoulder straps and good lumbar support will reduce this discomfort. When packing the bergen, entrants are advised to ensure that items used to make the weight is evenly distributed and packed out with soft items, such as a sleeping bag - placed next to the runners back. All Bergens will be weighed at the start and finish. Bergens will not be provided by the race organisers.
