What to Pack for KOH
KOH Packing List
Above and beyond what you'd regularly bring camping and off-roading, here are some key items to have in your bag specific to KOH... Warm Clothing: I find it imperative to layer your swag. Start off with some good long johns such as Under Armour's skin-tight clothing options that retain your own body heat, while wicking away sweat. Perhaps a t-shirt over the top, then a sweatshirt. Next, I would find a thin goose down jacket. I like to stay warm yet not feel like a giant marshmallow. To beat the rain, Frogg Toggs make an incredibly lightweight rain jacket made of a non-woven, waterproof, breathable material - which, by the way, folds up to nothing. Don't forget gloves and a TurtleNeck Neck Warmer to cut those frigid drafts down the neck. Wool Socks: I decided to make this one a key item due to my own experience. I've tried battery-operated socks, if you can believe it, but found the battery pack to be a bit of an annoyance. If you're anything like me, you know there's nothing more miserable than having cold feet. Get yourself a pair of good wool socks. Made with Merino wool, "Darn Tough" makes the ultimate selection for your feet. I prefer the over-the-calf extra cushion sock for extra warmth and comfort. With an Unconditional Lifetime Guarantee, you can't go wrong.
What NOT to bring
A tent. That’s right! “You’d be better off sleeping in the back seat of a rental car,” laughs one of the event's race directors, Shaun Bootsma. “If you’ve never seen a fully loaded tent with ice chests and sleeping bags roll across the lakebed in 50mph winds, you’re missing out… as long as it’s not yours.”Don't forget...
Now, this last item expresses more of a “mental” understanding towards the race itself, as Shaun stresses, one should bring a Good Attitude and plenty of Common Sense, "You may wonder what I mean... I'll tell you. After 4-5 days, in the desert, with dust and limited showers, and some long nights partying with a few thousand people, by the end of the week, sometimes people get cranky and tired even though the end of the week is when it starts getting exciting. As for common sense, pay attention to what you are doing and where. Don't get complacent about where you spectate. Think about what could go wrong and make sure you're not in the line of fire." So here’s a simple rule of thumb… if you’re going to need it, you’ll need to bring it.
