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The Scarpa Great Lakeland 3 Day is a friendly and welcoming event in the Lake District, held on the Early May Bank Holiday weekend.
Expect beautiful scenery, great trails and time to relax with fellow runners back at camp.
With a variety of courses to choose from and the event centre location changing annually, your kit requirements will vary depending on your needs. Regardless of the route you choose, there is some basic kit you'll need to bring. Our GL3D kit list covers the essentials. Our experienced in-store staff can guide you towards personalised product recommendations.
Do you need to carry all of your kit for GL3D?
No, that's a weight off your shoulders! All your overnight kit will be transported between campsites. The size and weight limit is 13kg and 60L, and you should pack everything in a dry bag. Soggy kit after a long day on the hills is far from ideal.
Do you need to bring food?
There will be food vendors at the campsites, but you should bring your own provisions for the three days, as service can't be guaranteed.
What are the campsites like?
The overnight camps are rural rather than remote. But don’t expect any shops, pubs or cafes nearby. Expect basic facilities with water and portable toilets rather than a full campsite toilet wash block. There will be a participants' marquee each night for socialising and cooking.
Running pack product picks
These items are mandatory to always have on you during the event.
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In your running pack
Additional items
Means of payment
Some of the routes will pass shops and cafes. You don't want to miss out on a mid-day cake stop because you don't have cash or a card on you.
Mobile phone
You'll want your mobile in a waterproof pouch alongside important gear and spare layers.
Map (supplied)
You will receive a paper copy of the map at registration. There will also be the option to download Digital Mapping via the Avenza App. Some basic map-reading skills are recommended, although the routes tend to be fairly straightforward.
GPS tracker (supplied)
This will also be provided at registration. Make sure you keep this on you throughout the event.
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Exceptional weather kit
Cold
2 spare synthetic warm top (one must be hooded & minimum weight of 300g)
Warm and waterproof gloves
The organisers will let you know if the 'cold weather kit rule' is in place. If it is, it's essential you have 2 spare warm tops.
* During exceptionally wet/cold weather conditions, a buff is no longer acceptable as a hat, and an actual hat (or waterproof cap) is required.
Hot
Sun hat or cap with a visor for shading the face
An additional 1L carrying capacity of water
Everyone will drink different amounts of fluid. If you are someone who drinks less, you don't need to fill your bottles, but you need to have the additional capacity.
Additional exceptional weather items
These items are not mandatory but can be beneficial during especially hot or cold weather.
Cold
Heavy weight mountaineering style waterproof (especially if you are likely to be walking)
A waterproof cap
A second waterproof jacket to be layered under your other waterproof
Hot
Suncream (SPF 50)
Loose-fitting and lightweight long-sleeve top
Headband
Note: your kit may be checked on random occasions throughout the event, so make sure you have all your essentials on you.
Camping product picks
These are mandatory camping items that you should include in a dry bag (weighing no more than 13kg and 60L)
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Camping kit
Tip
Write your name on everything, there's usually lots of lost property at the event.
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