SwimsuitHat (latex)GogglesFor Drills – Flippers – Small, Hand Paddles/Pads, Pool Buoy,Shower GearBasic Water resistant watch that has stop watchWater/Bottle
Kickboard (most pools have them)A watch with swim metrics for tracking workouts
Open Water Sim
Neoprene (cold) or Latex (warm) HatWet Suit (compulsory below certain water temp)GogglesUnder clothing – Swimsuit or Tri-SuitTowelCream for chaffingBasic Water resistant watchSafety Balloon (if not part of group)Let someone know your plans, swim with others where possible and weather/water conditions good.Post Swim Fluids, Food/Snack & Towel
Sliders/Flip Flops
GPS watch
Cycling
Helmet (compulsory for racing)BikeGlovesLights front and backTrainers (toe clips/strap in to pedals)Comfortable Sport clothing (including inner layer in cold weather)Pockets for foodWater/BottleHigh Visible jacketWet Gear (again hi vis)Spare wheel tubes and kitLet someone know your plans.Cycle with others where possibleCycle only during daylightPump
Road BikeCycling Specific Clothing Bottoms & TopCycling Shoes with cleat and clip-in pedalsClip-on Tri BarsWinter GlovesWinter Shoe CoversWinter Head/Face ScarfBike computer track time, distance, speed, cadence, HRTurbo machine for indoor sessionsHeart rate (HR) monitor strap or part of watch
Bike you use for racing closer to race timeSmart Turbo machineAccount with Virtual cycling service e.g. ZwiftPower meterAero type HelmetBook a “bike fit” session
Running
RunnersShorts & Top (or Tri Suit if weather and circumstance permits)High Visible gear if running in darkWinter – Hat and GlovesWatch with stop
Heart rate monitor chest strap or part of watch.Watch with Run specific featuresRunning specific shoe brandsRunning Belt or pockets for foodHead Torch if running in dark
Support socks for running (if needed for feet)
Racing Kit List
Race Type
Essential
Nice To Have / Recommended
Over Time
Swimming
Googles (and spare)Neoprene (cold) or Latex (warm) HatWet Suit (compulsory below certain water temp)Under clothing – Swimsuit or Tri-SuitCream for chaffingWater resistant watchTowelRace ChipRace Number
Tri-SuitHeart rate (HR) monitor strap or part of watchEar PlugsWet Suit repair glue
GPS watch
Cycling
Helmet (compulsory)BikeGlovesTrainers (toe clips/strap in to pedals)Talcum powder in TrainersComfortable Sport clothing or Tri-SuitPockets/attachments on bike for fuellingWater/Bottles fixed to bikeSpare wheel tubes and kitPumpRace NumberRace Chip
Tri-Suit with Race Number afixed Cycling Shoes with cleat and clip-in pedalsClip-on Tri BarsElastic bands to attach shoes to bike for Transition take offBike computer track time, distance, speed, cadence, HRHeart rate (HR) monitor strap or part of watch
Aero type HelmitWater through suction tube
Running
Run shorts and topRace belt for RaceNumber and/or foodRunners & socks(longer races)Race ChipTalcum powder in runnersAppropriate headwear for weather conditions
Tri-Suit with Race Number attachedQuick fasten/slip on/lock laces for runnersSun glasses if needed
International Event
Arrangement for bike (transport or carry case)Preparation time to explore route and climatise with local conditions.Travel documentation.
Other considerations
Tapering in leadup to race day.Bike check pre raceBed and wakeup timingsAppropriate meals for night before and breakfastBag or box for transition rules permitting and towel.Bike and equipment rack up in Transition area (when/where). Race briefing and start line logistics and transition area makeup. Study of race course.Fuelling plan for Pre race , whilst in transitions, cycling and running. Practice during training sessions.Post race fluids, food for carbs and protein.Plan for use of water/food stationsTI Licence detailsRace registration detailsRace PlanToilet PlanPost Race AnalysisNo music/headphones. Above all, enjoy/soak in the experience. Race is the celebration of all the hard work!
