Jim has some advice on the mailing list.

Here's a few things for your checklist:

• Cars (duh!)
• Batteries
• Battery Chargers
• Tires
• More Tires
• Even More Tires
• Spare Chains
• Compressor
• Helmets
• Pads
• Gloves
• Banner for your tent
• Flag to wave when/if you win
• Team Shirts
• Tools
• Welder
• Compressor
• Angle Grinder
• Reciprocating Saw
• Sockets
• Screwdrivers
• Wrenches
• Zip Ties
• More Zip Ties
• Duct Tape
• Chain Tools
• Wire Cutters
• Soldering Equipment
• Sunscreen
• Hat
• Umbrella
• Cooler
• Beverages
• Water