EVENT DAY CHECKLIST
Leaving something vital like your helmet or bike wheel at home, (yes
it does happen), creates unnecessary stress ... a simple check list
will enable you to sleep soundly on Saturday night and enjoy your
event on Sunday.
Following is an example you can use and modify to suit your needs.
Pre-event
Recommended
• Warm clothing
• Drink bottle (for pre-event hydration)
• Toilet paper (there’s nothing worse than finding the toilet has run
out!)
• Vaseline (apply to prevent chafing of crotch, nipples and underarms)
Optional
• Pre-race snacks / energy food (only if you are used to eating and are used to the food you take)
Swim
Recommended
• Tri pants or swimsuit
• Goggles
• Towel (for drying and/or standing on in transition)
• Sunscreen
Optional
• Swim cap
Cycle
Recommended
• Bike (you would not be the first person to forget
it!!!!)
• Helmet
• Cycling shoes (if using them) – or running shoes
• Top – either cycle top or T-shirt
• Socks
• Cycling gloves
• Sunglasses
• Water bottle (filled with water or energy drink – again only if you
are used to drinking them)
Optional
• Jacket/poly pro top in case of weather change
• Spare tube and tyre levers
• Bike pump
Run
Recommended
• Running shoes
• Socks
• Cap
• Sunglasses
Optional
• Small drink bottle (there will be drinks at halfway around the run)
Miscellaneous
• Support crew and family
• Watch (to take your own time or make sure you get to the start on
time!)
• Toolkit
• Fluid replacement drink
• Picnic lunch
Remember, have fun and enjoy the event. The only person you have to prove anything to is yourself.