Packing for a Race

This is a big weekend for our team as many of us race our first race of the season.

For me, one of the most nerve-wracking parts is packing. I'm always a afraid I'll forget something important like my bike, my running shoes or my timing chip. So, I always keep a packing list on hand. Below you'll find the typical packing list that I use for a sprint or olympic distance tri. Feel free to use it and modify it as you wish.

Hannah

P.S. Please be sure to let me know if you think there is anything that should be added.

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Items to wear to the race:
☐ Uniform (if you don't have a tri uniform, be sure to pack whatever you will be wearing throughout the race)
☐ Timing Chip
☐ Timing Chip Strap
☐ Pre-race clothing

Swim Items
☐ Cap
☐ Goggles
☐ Wetsuit

Bike Items
☐ Bike
☐ Cycling Shoes
☐ Helmet
☐ Sunglasses
☐ Water Bottle(s)
☐ Energy Gel
☐ Socks (optional)
☐ Bike Pump (optional)
☐ Flat Changin' Supplies (optional)
☐ GPS (optional - remember to zero it out before the race)

Run Items
☐ Running Shoes
☐ Race Belt
☐ Race Number
☐ Energy Gel (optional)
☐ Hat (optional)
☐ Sunglasses (optional)
☐ Watch/GPS (optional)

Clothing Items
☐ Flip Flops/Sandals
☐ Post Race Clothing
☐ Rain Gear (optional)

Misc Items
☐ Body Glide
☐ Directions to Race
☐ Towel for Transition Area
☐ Wallet
☐ Heart Rate Monitor (optional)