I don't but should carry some duck tape and a sterile bandage. I bring some generic immodium and gas-ex to races.

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quote:<HR>Originally posted by dnadoc:
I second the Gas-ex after my Masochist experience! I've never used it, but doesn't Immodium essentially shut down the digestive system? Maybe OK near the end, but that wouldn't be good early on in a race. <HR>

Although I didn't need it on race day, I came up with the gas-ex idea in prep for running the Leadville 100. I remembered good old PV=nRT and didn't want to deal with that pain on Hope Pass.

I used to take loperamide prophylactically prior to and during 100s. These days, I only have it with me in case I need it.

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I think there's a difference between ultra survival kit (tampons, stomach stuff, toilet paper) vs. an actual first aid kit.

I think a survival kit with stuff like that is great to have. I usually have a candy bar in mine as well. Sometimes I need solid food.

As for a medical kit. I've come to realize that my med kit consists of a cell phone (usually works in my area). Over the years, I've realized that there are only two types of injuries for me. One is not severe enough to need a med kit. The other is too severe for a med kit to do anything.

Chris

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