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UTA Mandatory Gear Check Certificate and gear

Mandatory gear check for Ultra Trail Australia UTA 100

Be Ready for UTA and Beyond

Trail-Tested Gear and Support from PAST Outdoors

At PAST Outdoors, we don’t just sell gear—we live the adventure. With a strong background in trail running and endurance events, our team (especially Dave!) knows firsthand what it takes to keep moving when the trail gets tough. From the right equipment to dialed-in nutrition and training hacks, we’re here to help you go the distance.

UTA Gear Checks? We’ve Got You Covered

With Ultra-Trail Australia’s 100km and Miler events just around the corner, pre-race gear checks are a must. We’re proud to announce that PAST Outdoors is now officially authorised by UTA to conduct mandatory gear checks for the 100km and Miler events. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned ultra-runner, our team is here to ensure your kit passes inspection and performs when it counts.

Explore our Mandatory Gear collections for Ultra Trail Australia and other endurance events. We’ve curated each item to not only meet but exceed race requirements, with performance-tested gear that we use ourselves.

Looking for Mandatory Gear for the UTA?

No worries. We stock everything you need—from lightweight waterproof jackets and emergency blankets to compression bandages and headlamps. But we don’t stop at the basics. At PAST, we go beyond the minimum.

We're here to help you prepare strategically and safely, with in-depth resources and hands-on training:

  • Learn how to build your own emergency action communication plan with our articles on communications planning

  • Sharpen your skills with our accredited first aid courses conducted monthly at PAST Outdoors in Helensburgh run in partnership with Next Peak

  • Don't get lost again by learning to navigate from experienced Special Forces instructors from Wayfinder Fieldskills

  • Get personalised advice on gear, nutrition, and race-day strategy from Dave and the team

Your trail, our passion.

Every trail runner has a story. Whether yours is just beginning or several races deep, PAST Outdoors is here to support you every step (and scramble) of the way. Let’s get you geared up, checked off, and ready to tackle the terrain.

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