The day of your triathlon has arrived! To make sure that you pack everything you need for all three aspects of the event, use the following checklist, which covers the necessities for swimming, biking, and running:
| For the Swim: | For the Run: |
|---|---|
| Sport bathing suit or tri suit | Hat |
| Goggles | Running shoes |
| Wetsuit (depending on water temperature and race rules) | Socks, if desired |
| For the Bike: | Other Things to Bring: |
| Bicycle | Race number and race packet, if you picked it up before your event |
| Padded cycling shorts (if you're wearing a bathing suit and not a tri suit) | Directions to the event |
| Shirt to wear for bike and run (if you're not wearing a tri suit) | Body Glide or other lubricating product |
| Helmet | Plastic bag for wet clothes after the race |
| Cycling shoes, if you'll be riding with clipless pedals | Weather-appropriate clothes for after the race |
| Socks (optional) | Comfortable after-race shoes |
| Sunglasses | Sunscreen |
| Cycling gloves (optional depending on distance) | Towels (one for your transition area and one for your body) |
| Water bottles filled with water or sport drink | Photo identification (for check in) and USAT Membership card, if you're a member |
| Nutrition bars or gels | Hair ties, if necessary |
| Race belt or a way to secure your race number onto your shirt or shorts | Heart-rate monitor, if desired |
| Basic tools for your bike, including an extra tube and CO2 cartridge or hand pump | Waterproof wristwatch, if desired |
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